Private Yellowstone Wildlife Sightseeing Tour
Overview
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Spend the day looking for wildlife throughout Yellowstone, focusing on Yellowstone’s Northern loop. You will visit areas such as Lamar or Haden Valley for the chance to see bears, wolves, coyotes, bison, elk, and pronghorn. You will also explore river corridors, valleys, forests, and other habitats looking for other animals including, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, river otters, and other species. While traveling through these area you will also have a chance to enjoy the scenic vistas these animals call home. (This trip is your best chance to see a bear or wolf but no guarantees.)
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Lamar Valley
Travel across Lamar Valley, also known as the American Serengeti looking for bison, elk, pronghorn, wolves, and bears. You may spend more or less time in this area depending on where the most wildlife is during the day.
Tower Fall
Take a short hike out to Tower Falls along the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. This is an optional experience as wildlife on this trip is a priority.
Options
Private Tour up to 14 people.
Premium Service Duration: 8 hours Picnic Style Lunch: A picnic style lunch with a sandwich, chips, granola bar, fruit, cookie, and drinks. Private Comfortable Van: Groups up to 4 travel in our Toyota minivan; larger groups in a tall-roof Ford Transit. Starting points: Yellowstone National Park, United States Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190, USA
Private tour up to 7 people.
Premium Service Duration: 8 hours: Tour lasts 7-8 hours. Lunch: A picnic style lunch with a sandwich, chips, granola bar, fruit, cookie, and drinks. Private Comfortable Van: Groups up to 4 travel in our Toyota minivan; larger groups in a tall-roof Ford Transit. Starting points: Island Park, ID 83429, USA West Yellowstone, MT 59758, USA Pickup included
Private tour up to 4 people.
Premium Service Duration: 8 hours Picnic Style Lunch: A picnic style lunch with a sandwich, chips, granola bar, fruit, cookie, and drinks. Spacious Van: Groups up to 4 travel in our Toyota minivan; larger groups in a tall-roof Ford Transit. Starting points: Island Park, ID 83429, USA West Yellowstone, MT 59758, USA Pickup included
Yellowstone Pick Up.
Premium Service Duration: 8 hours: This tour lasts 7-8 hours. Picnic Style Lunch: A picnic style lunch with a sandwich, chips, granola bar, fruit, cookie, and drinks. Private Comfortable Van : Groups up to 4 travel in our Toyota minivan; larger groups in a tall-roof Ford Transit. Starting points: Yellowstone National Park, United States Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190, USA Pickup included
What‘s Included
Options are Coke, Diet Coke, Root beer, and Sprite
Bottled water
Spotting Scope
Binoculars
Air-conditioned vehicle
A picnic style lunch with a sandwich, chips, granola bar, fruit, cookie, and drinks. Sandwich options include roast beef, turkey ham, veggie, and PBJ. For gluten free options we can make it a wrap.
We provide a basket with chips, granola bars, and crackers.
Our guides work hard to give you the best experience in Yellowstone. Showing your gratitude through a tip is appreciated. If you feel inclined Industry standard is 15% of the tour price.
Guests will be required to purchase a park pass upon entering Yellowstone.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
103 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Family time
Corinne W,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved the experience, being it a private tour we had all the attention and explanation we needed with two grandkids . Amazing viewings of all kinds of animals!
Retirement trip
Theresa T,Jun 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful time on our tour. Tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly. We were able to see wildlife we would have never caught on our own. Highly recommend.
Adam was truly AMAZING!...
Eleanor H,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Adam was truly AMAZING! He was so knowledgeable, not only on all the wildlife but the history of the park. The whole family loved it and he was such a pleasure to be around. 10/10 experience
Amazing Animal Safari
mreynolds1120,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jesse is the man! We saw almost every animal in Yellowstone with his eagle eyes and scope. He was so patient with our 5 boys and pumped them full of knowledge which they enjoyed. He was also awesome at answering all my questions about the rest of our trip since we had our tour with him on day 1 of our vacation. Adam was also amazing at helping us plan the trip of our dreams! I couldn't recommend this company enough!
Tied to Nature Safari Tour
Nicholas S,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Safari tour started slow, but quickly turned around with many species like wolves, bears, and mountain goats! Despite the slow morning, Jesse kept us entertained with fun facts and a comprehensive understanding of Yellowstone's history, geology, and wildlife. He was great at helping us scope out animals and was even awesome enough to stick around a good while extra before exiting the park when we spotted another bear & cub, last minute. Jesse was also very attentive to when we needed a restroom or snack break. I'd also say even the lunch was great, with tasty sandwiches while cute ground squirrels scurried by. Although you never know what you'll see any particular day, I would definitely recommend checking this out!
Outstanding Wildlife Tour
ECJ222,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Saroya was an outstanding guide who gave us lots of information about the Park and the animals. She knew the places to find the wildlife and we saw black bears, a grizzly, fox, badger, bald eagle, a wolf den and more. Tied to Nature trip was well planned and gave good instructions before our tour date. We highly recommend Tied to Nature!
Fantastic Yellowstone!
Bill S,Jun 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00WOW! What a great experience. We wanted to see the wildlife in Yellowstone and this tour did not disappoint! We saw the big stars like grizzlies, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, and black bears. We saw plenty of bison and antelopes. We saw the little guys like ground squirrels and yellow bellied marmots. We saw raptors like ospreys, bald eagles, and peregrine falcons. In short, we saw almost every animal on our bucket list. Only the Yellowstone wolves evaded us, but you can't win them all. Our guide was fantastic, full of knowledge about Yellowstone, it's history, and the animals that reside within it. I highly recommend booking this tour!
Excellent Wildlife Tour!
Paige M,May 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our Private Yellowstone Wildlife Sightseeing Tour was amazing! Our guide, Sariah, was incredibly knowledgeable about the wildlife we were thrilled to see, while also sharing fascinating information about Yellowstone’s geology and history. She took us to the best viewing locations in a very comfortable van, allowing us to fully enjoy several sites and wildlife encounters up close. Everyone in our group was impressed with the entire experience — we saw almost every animal we had hoped to see, several at a safe but remarkably close distance. The convenient pick-up location and delicious picnic lunch made the day even better. Highly recommend Tied to Nature for anyone visiting Yellowstone!
Great Experience for Full Day Private Wildlife Tour
Navigator06598567185,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just completed a full day tour of northern Yellowstone park with Tied to Nature. They have been wonderful to work with. Starting with the planning process, Adam the owner was so helpful and patient answering the numerous questions I had. He helped me plan a private tour that met both my wife and my expectations completely. The guide he chose for our trip, John, was just great. So patient, polite, eager to please, and knowledgeable in regard to the animals we saw as well as the topography and areas we drove through. He was willing to adjust the trip on the fly to fit our desires as the day went on. Just had a great day trip with John. Among the many animals we encountered, some up close, were grizzly bear, black wolf, coyote, bison, bald eagle, elk, big horn sheep, and badger! And all of this was on just a one day tour!!! Would book with Tied to Nature again on our next trip back!!
Our perfect day
H9584WAlisam,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience! Our guide Brian was wonderful, very knowledgeable about the park and the wildlife. We would definitely book again! Thanks Brian for an amazing day!!! Brian shared his experiences in the park and gave us some pointers on places in the park to look for wildlife.
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