Private Tour

Yellowstone PRIVATE Winter SAFARI and Wolf Watching from Gardiner

Overview

Available languages

English

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Experience a true winter wonderland with our exclusive custom tour, where you can witness frost-covered bison, majestic snowy mountains, and the calls of howling wolves. During this special season, the landscape transforms into a breathtaking spectacle, providing the perfect backdrop for observing wildlife in their natural habitat.

Our journey will take you to the iconic Lamar Valley, renowned as one of North America’s prime wildlife viewing areas. Here, you will have the opportunity to encounter wolves, moose, bison, elk, and much more, all set against a stunningly frozen panorama.

We’ll also take a leisurely stroll along the boardwalks of Mammoth Hot Springs, where you can marvel at Yellowstone’s extraordinary geothermal activity, as time allows.

Join us for this unforgettable adventure. Full and half-day tours available. Book to create memories that will last a lifetime in the heart of nature!

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Yellowstone National Park

Experience a true winter wonderland, complete with frost-covered bison, snowy mountains, and howling wolves. This is the perfect time to observe wolves, moose, bison, elk, and more against a stunning, frozen backdrop. The Lamar Valley is one of North America’s prime wildlife viewing areas. After an exciting day of wildlife watching, we’ll stroll the boardwalks of Mammoth Hot Springs, showcasing Yellowstone’s exceptional geothermal activity. Join us for an unforgettable adventure!

5 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Binoculars and a spotting scope for enhanced wildlife watching

A knowledgeable and friendly guide

A Luxury vehicle that offers excellent viewing

Deli-style lunch (only available for our all-day tour)

Designed exclusively for your private group

A variety of delicious snacks and drinks

Convenient pick up and drop off from Gardiner

Entrance fees

Guide Gratuity (a tip of around 15% of the tour price is typical).

Pickup points

Hillcrest Cottages

400 Scott St W, PO Box 430 Gardiner United States

Super 8 by Wyndham Gardiner/Yellowstone Park Area

702 Scott St West Gardiner United States

Yellowstone Riverside Cottages

521 Scott Street West, Highway 89 & 2nd Street Gardiner United States

The Ridgeline Hotel At Yellowstone

905 Scott Street W, Gardiner United States

406 Lodge

204 S 3rd St Gardiner United States

The Antler Lodge

107 Hellroaring St, Gardiner United States

Travelodge by Wyndham Gardiner Yellowstone Park North

109 Hellroaring St Gardiner United States

Yellowstone River Motel

14 Park St, Gardiner United States

Yellowstone Village Inn

1102 Scott St W, Gardiner United States

Options

All day with Lunch

Duration: 10 hours
Lunch Included
Pickup included

Half Day without Lunch

Duration: 5 hours
Lunch not included
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

3 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Winter wildlife at its best!
Destination199069,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was by far one of the best tours I have booked. Brian was very knowledgeable of all of the wildlife he showed us and knew where to find them. It was a private tour so there was a lot of individual attention given to us including use of the binoculars and scope and sharing photos and videos he had taken for us. We were extremely pleased and would recommend booking with him!
We saw all the bison.
breonnec,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I knew I wanted to see Yellowstone in the winter but I did not want to drive and I so glad I didnt. Brian our tour guide and driver was great. We felt safe and secure in the SUV, he provided snacks and coffee for the trip. It was a very smooth and comfortable ride on the icy and snowy roads in Yellowstone. We saw elk, deer, bison and sheep. Unfortunately no wolves but it was not for a lack of trying. He was working with the wolf tracker trying to get us a picture and view, but the wolves did not want to show the faces. On the way back we got stuck in a bison jam which was really cool and nerve racking at the same time, again glad Brian was driving and not me. He moved with caution and safety. It was a great tour and a good day. I would recommend the tour company and check them out again in the future.
Great trip!
TECLWR,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great trip. Brian went out of his way to make our day great. We will definitely use Hayden Valley Nature tours again. Saw a lot of wildlife