Great Salt Lake Wildlife Experience
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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This tour allows you to experience the vast beauty and quietude of Utah while being close to Downtown Salt Lake City. You get to see wildlife in its natural habitat.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Combine your trip to the Great Salt Lake with what I consider the only way to visit it by experiencing Antelope Island. This little known island is teaming with wildlife, and you can't get the quiet of wilderness by simply visiting it near I-80. We will spot for the wild herd of 600 American Bison roaming the island. Amongst the Bison we'll watch for coyote, bobcat, antelope, porcupine, big-horn sheep, mule deer and if the season is right up to 200,000 migratory birds. You can truly experience Nature in its finest form on this beautiful island. After wildlife spotting, we'll hike to Buffalo Point on the Island to watch the sunset and take in the breathtaking views. *Bug Season (April-June) We have bug spray for the mosquitos, and hats/bug nets for the biting gnats. Midges do not bite. The Hike is .9 miles round trip. It has a couple steep parts on dirt, but it's very well traveled. I would designate this as a moderate hiking difficulty, which is less than a mile. The Tour Vehicle is a High Roof 12 Passenger Mercedes Sprinter Passenger Van marked with Sunnyside Expeditions. It was great large windows in the back for Wildlife viewing. There is bathroom availability
What‘s Included
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Use of Binoculars
Gratuities
If you need parking, The Hilton Hotel (downtown) has parking for $10 or The Grand America for $15.
Pickup points
The Grand America Hotel
555 Main Street, Salt Lake City United States
Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City
170 South West Temple Salt Lake City United States
Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek
75 South West Temple, Salt Lake City United States
Asher Adams, Autograph Collection
2 South 400 West Salt Lake City United States
Le Meridien Salt Lake City Downtown
131 South 300 West Salt Lake City United States
Options
Sunset + Wildlife Experience
Pickup included
Reviews
399 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Terrific guide and experience!
Mario L,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a 4+ hour experience. Eat early dinner or late lunch unless you're ok eating after 9pm. Your guide will notify you before the tour how to dress. Listen to his advice. Otherwise, you'll have a great time. Garth was funny, engaging and extremely knowledgeable about the island the animals that inhabit it. Kept us at a safe distance at all times while allowing us to take great pics. Highly recommend the tour and Garth!!
Good ride out of the...
Judy J,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Good ride out of the city. Amazing views. Definitely a must if you don’t have a lot of time in Salt Lake.
Blake
Christie C,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Blake was a lot of fun. My only suggestion would be a rotation of seats 1/2 way through. I was in the back left corner the whole trip and missed some sights.
Fun tour, beautiful...
Maria B,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun tour, beautiful sunset with bison watching. Bugs were savages but was given bug spray and head net to help keep them off. Worth it. Got great pictures!
100% Recommend
Keelie R,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Incredible experience! Saw tons of bison, antelope, a porcupine, and a beautiful sunset over the lake
Incredible experience, beautiful sunset, so many wildlife and amazing tour guides!
Cyberpynks,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A stellar experience, cannot recommend this enough. During our trip we saw bison, antelope, burrowing owls and different species of birds. We capped the evening off with the most beautiful sunset view I’ve ever seen. Our tour guides Blake and Ben were a fountain of knowledge, incredibly warm and friendly, and absolutely stellar at spotting different animals and stopping for us to get a view and take photos. I felt at ease with them and loved some of the spontaneous adventures we got up to as well. Thanks so much for this incredible experience!
Bison at Sunset
CarolAnn B,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00You will see lots of Bison and gave plenty of opportunities to take pictures of Bison herds. The state park is beautiful.
Phil is a wildlife...
Tom S,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Phil is a wildlife biologist and very knowledgeable about the history surrounding Antelope Island. You’re in for a treat if you get him as your guide.
Bison views
glenda r,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great time and amazing weather! We saw a lot of wildlife including bison. Definitely recommend. Thank you!
Best half day trip out of SLC
Anonymous,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My trip was incredible! I only had half a day while traveling for work. I am happy that I decided to visit great salt lake. My tour guide, Phil, is the best! I learned a lot from him. I can’t wait to return with my family on a longer trip.
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