Yellowstone Lake & Hot Springs / 3 Hour Morning or Twilight Tour
Overview
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3 hours
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Escape the crowds in Yellowstone and come kayak on the crystal clear water of North Americas largest High Alpine Lake! Yellowstone is extremely busy, and for good reason, it is an amazing place. However, the crowds can take away from the enjoyment of the place. By booking with Prismatic, you will be the first group on the water and it will feel like you have the park to yourself. We specialize in small groups, keeping the experience intimate and personal. Come discover the wild side of Yellowstone today! Family friendly!
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
All kayak gear included! Kayak, paddle, life vest, splash gear and safety equipment.
Transportation to the activity
Gratuity not included - never expected but always appreciated!
What To Expect
West Thumb Geyser Basin
Our Twilight Tour is a 4 to 5 mile journey and usually takes about 3 hours. After a brief orientation with your guide, the group will paddle along the shore of Yellowstone Lake, North America's Largest High Alpine Lake! Depending on weather conditions and the group ability, our guides will safely escort the group to West Thumb Geyser Basin. After touring the Geyser Basin, where dozens of geothermal features are visible above and below the water's surface, we will return along the same route, stopping for refreshment and a chance to explore along the shore of the lake, arriving back at our Launch Point in Grant Marina before the sun sets. Return time may vary depending on group size, weather, fitness, and of course the time the sunsets.
Yellowstone National Park
Takes place in Yellowstone Park
Options
3 Hr Morning or Twilight Tour
Snacks and Refreshments: Granola Bars, Trail Mix and other snacks. Fresh filtered water.
Reviews
85 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A Have-To-Do Experience
David S,
Sep 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Good to have rain suit... legs get wet from paddle. 🤗 Dylan was a phenomenal guide!!! His calm directions and personality was enjoyed by all.
Maddie
Arno K,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Maddie was our guide and she was amazing. She is knowledgeable, professional, friendly and easy to talk to and enthusiastic. In addition to the thermal activities we saw a grizzly and an elk. She alerted the village as well as the park authorities about the grizzly.
It was very relaxing on...
Sheri R,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was very relaxing on the water and a wonderful experience to kayak on West Thumb Lake Yellowstone. Dylan was awesome!
Great way to see and learn about the park and lake
Mitchell B,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Plenty of paddling, as my kids wanted to race, but also wanted the parents to spot them..very knowledgeable guide who was happy to talk about all aspects of geology and natural history of the park, fun to see the thermals from a different perspective and of course great to be at a great spot at sunset
Lovely hosts; relaxed and fun activity
Emma C,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was great fun - Dylan and Maddi were thorough but reassuring when it came to training us up on how to operate the kayaks. They went at our pace and kept everything relaxed. We were chaperoned by Maddi who was very knowledgeable about many natural and geological features of the park, pointing out underwater fumaroles and some quirks about features in the West Thumb system. She gave us advice about good trails and boardwalks to visit (as we had already done all the major ones!), including Black Sand Basin (agree; it's beautiful) and Mt. Washburn from Chittenden service road.
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