Summer Yellowstone Tours

In summer the major roadways in Yellowstone National Park form a figure of 8. We separate these into 2 tours – the Lower & Upper Loops. Each tour departs from West Yellowstone and lasts for approximately 8 Hours.

The tour descriptions below are based on taking an anti-clockwise direction around the loop. However the tour may go in a clockwise direction depending on many factors such as road works, weather, animal sightings etc.

Yellowstone Lower Loop

This tour takes in the thermal features of the Upper and Lower Geyser basins such as Fountain Paint Pots and Biscuit Basin, the highlight being witnessing the world famous Old Faithful.

The tour then passes through Craig Pass and across the Continental Divide and skirts the banks of the Yellowstone River heading into Hayden Valley and up to Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.

The tour then continues past Norris Geyser Basin and Gibbon Falls before completing the lower loop at Madison Junction and heading back through Madison Meadow to West Yellowstone.

Although this tour focuses more on the Geothermal and landscape features, depending on the time of year there is a good chance you will see Bison, Elk, Coyotes, Grizzly Bears, Moose, Bald Eagles, Osprey and Trumpeter Swans.

Yellowstone Upper Loop

The Upper Loop tour takes you to the northern reaches of the park and is called the “Wildlife Tour” for obvious reasons. We offer two options on this tour. One departs at 7:00am, to catch the early morning sightings of wildlife while the other at Midday allowing us to watch the animals as the day cools off in the early evening.

From West Yellowstone you turn left at Madison Junction to Canyon were you get to see the Majestic Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. You then head North east through Dunraven Pass which is a great area to spot both Grizzly and Black Bears. Then on to Tower Falls and out into the Lamar Valley where more bears as well as Bison, and Wolves are often spotted. From Tower we head to Mammoth Hot Springs, keeping an eye out for Deer, Pronghorn and Big Horn Sheep along the route. From Mammoth we head back down through Norris and Gibbon Falls, back to West Yellowstone.

Grand Teton/Jackson Hole

The Grand Teton tour takes in Three States, Two National Parks and a National Forest – and still gets you back into West Yellowstone in time for dinner!

You will drive across the Border into Idaho and along the longest main Street in the USA through Island Park. You will then take the beautiful Scenic Byway stopping off at Mesa Falls, before driving through Idaho’s Potato Farmland to the Foot of the Grand Teton Mountain Range.

Crossing the southern end of the range into Wyoming you will stop off in classic cowboy town Jackson Hole where you will have time to explore the town. From Jackson Hole we head north into Grand Teton National Park, past Jenny and Jackson lakes and enter Yellowstone through the South Entrance. We then link up onto the Lower Loop and head clockwise through the park to Madison Junction ending up back in West Yellowstone.

TOUR PRICES:-

LOWER LOOP: $74.95 Adults, $69.95 Seniors, $64.95 Children (Every Day)

UPPER LOOP: $74.95 Adults, $69.95 Seniors, $64.95 Children (AM – Mon & Thur. PM – Tue, Fri & Sat)

GRAND TETON: $94.95 Adults, $89.95 Seniors, $84.95 Children (Wed & Sun)

All Summer tours include a “Picnic in the Park”

PRIVATE SPRING, SUMMER & FALL TOURS

Private Tours are available every day Yellowstone National Park is open from April to November. All prices include an interpretive Guide/Driver but exclude Lunches, Taxes, Park entrance Fees & Gratuities.

9 SEATER      $550.00

13 SEATER     $750.00

20 SEATER     $995.00

Winter Yellowstone Tours

In winter we offer three options – Old Faithful, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and a Ski Shuttle.

The Old Faithful and Canyon tours are full day tours, departing from West Yellowstone Approx 8:30AM and returning around 4:30PM. The Ski Shuttle departs approx 10:00AM, returning to town around 4:00PM

The Old Faithful and Canyon tours are both available by Snowcoach and Snowmobile. These tour may vary on a daily basis depending on the very unpredictable winter weather, road conditions and animal sightings:-

OLD FAITHFUL TOUR

This tour takes in the thermal features of the Upper and Lower Geyser basins including walking around Fountain Paint Pots, and views of Midway Geyser Basin and Biscuit Basin.

The highlight of the tour being witnessing the world famous Old Faithful erupt amongst the winter landscape. Plenty of time is allocated to the stop at Old Faithful allowing you time to eat lunch and visit the new visitor’s center.

While focusing on the Geothermal and landscape features, wildlife are still in abundance with a good chance that you will come across Bison, Elk, Coyotes, Bald Eagles, and Trumpeter Swans.

GRAND CANYON OF THE YELLOWSTONE TOUR

From West Yellowstone you turn left at Madison Junction to heading towards Canyon. On the way you will witness the impressive Gibbon Falls, continuing past Norris Geyser Basin to Canyon were you get to see the Majestic Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone from either Rim and the Lower Falls from Lookout Point.

Make sure you pack a lunch (we will be happy to take care of this for you) as there are no catering facilities available at Canyon in the winter.

Usually there will be plenty of wildlife to view, and the Canyon tour offers the best chance of spotting a wolf.

SKI SHUTTLE

Take our exclusive and unique “Three Rivers Ski Shuttle” and ski along the Madison, Gibbon & Firehole Rivers. Or, trips can be customized to suit your needs and abilities. For the serious X country Skier, we will drop you off and you can ski back into town. Ski rentals are available from Freeheel & Wheel in town

SNOWCOACH TOUR PRICES:-

OLD FAITHFUL: $119.00 Adults, $95.00 Children

CANYON: $129.00 Adults, $95.00 Children

SKI SHUTTLE: $60.00 Adults, $50.00 Children

PRIVATE WINTER TOURS

Private Tours are available from December 15th to March 15th. The perfect way to explore the Park for small groups/families/Photographers etc. All prices include an interpretive Guide/Driver but exclude Lunches, Taxes, Park entrance Fees & Gratuities.

9 SEATER      $845.00

13 SEATER     $1145.00

SNOWMOBILE TOUR PRICES:-

Single Riding  $174.00

Double Riding $194.00

(Includes Guide fees)

YELLOWSTONE PHOTO TOURS

SEEYELLOWSTONE.COM & THREE BEAR LODGE  have teamed up with Perfect Light Camera, based  in Idaho Falls, to  offer you the opportunity to shoot with some of the best photographic teachers in the country. The classes include hotel accommodations, classroom based education and field based education inside Yellowstone National Park on a snowcoach or summer tour.

PERFECT LIGHT CAMERA

Sample 3 day photo tours:
Day one: Class time at Three Bear Lodge from 9am to 3pm a with a question and answer period.  Then open shooting time the rest of the day.
Day two: Board a private van or snowcoach with a guide and shoot most of the day together. Throughout the day you will have mini lessons and you will get “hands on” help.  After dinner, return to the classroom and have a critique of images taken that day and a question and answer period as well.
Day three: We will have a repeat of day two.
Lodging at Three Bear Lodge in West Yellowstone

Bookings now being taken for the following upcoming courses:-

2013 Courses

June 3rd-6th 2013
Sept 23rd-26th 2013

2014 Courses

Feb 5th-8th 2014
May 21st-24th 2014
June 4th-7th 2014
Sept 24th-27th 2014

For more details or to Book a photo tour contact:
Perfect Light Camera and Supply
(208) 523-6789

For more information on other tours, please contact our preferred photographers:
www.perfectlightstore.com

Take a horseback ride through towering pines and mountain meadows filled with wildflowers and spectacular views. Visit mountain lakes and watch for wildlife that frequent the area. Each of our rides are accompanied by our personable, experienced wranglers. First time or a seasoned rider? You’ll fit right in. Horseback riding lessons are available, and for the younger cowboys & cowgirls (7 and under), we offer wrangler-led corral and pasture rides.

PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE RANCH 45 MINUTES PRIOR TO DEPARTURE TIME.

Horse rides are available Monday through Saturday. Our horses rest on Sunday

GALLATIN FOOTHILLS…………………………………………..1-Hour Ride…….$55
Depart: 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM, or 1:30 PM

MOUNTAIN LAKE………………………………………………….. 2-Hour Ride…….$85
Depart: 9:30 AM or 1:30 PM

MORNING UPPER LAKES………………………………………. 4-Hour Ride…….$105
Enjoy lunch back at the ranch with the Wranglers – Add $10
Departs: 8:00 AM

MID-DAY UPPER LAKES………………………………………. 4.5-Hour Ride…….$125
Includes lunch on the trail
Departs: 10:00 AM

MONTANA EVENING RIDE………………………………………1.5-Hour Ride…….$69
Departs: 7:00 PM

EXTENDED ADVENTURE RIDES
For those who want to enjoy a longer, more adventurous ride, please call for more information.

reservations & information:- 800.753.5934 -or- 406.646.7217

A unique dining experience to put on your must-do list for your summer vacation. The Parade Rest Guest Ranch host twice weekly outdoor mountain cookouts. These western cookouts include a wagon or Horseback ride up to the cookout site which overlooks Hebgen Lake, entertainment, and a dinner of steak or chicken with all the fixings that will leave you filled to the brim.

FOR GUESTS RIDING THE SURREY TO THE COOOUT, PLEASE ARRIVE AT THE RANCH AT 5.15PM. THOSE TAKING THE 1 HR HORSEBACK RIDE, PLEASE ARRIVE AT 4:445PM

ADULTS (Ages 11 and Older)………………………………………………………..$59.00
Meal includes your choice of steak or chicken with all the fixings.

CHILDREN (Ages 5 – 10)………………………………………………………………..$25.00
Meal includes your choice of hamburger or hot dog with all the fixings.

CHILDREN (Ages 5 and Under)……………………………………………………….FREE
Meal includes your choice of hamburger or hot dog with all the fixings.

Add a 1 hour horseback ride to the cookout for just $40

*All meals include sides, drinks, and dessert.

reservations & information:- 800.753.5934 -or- 406.646.7217

The Bears Den Cinema now offers first rate movies broadcast through the latest full digital projection system in both 2D & 3D, with a full sized latest technology silver screen and a 5.1 Digital Surround Sound system that takes your movie going experience to a whole new level.

The theater seats 125 people and the concessions counter has movie-lover’s hot buttered popcorn and other favorite treats. Call (406) 646-7777 for the current movie and show times.

ADMISSION PRICES:

Adults: $9.00

Seniors: $8.00

Children (U12) $6.00

$3.00 upgrade price for 3D movies

The Cinema is also available for rental for conferences and lectures during the day. For more details visit www.threebearlodge.com/about/conference-facilities-near-yellowstone/

West Yellowstone is the Mecca for backcountry snowmobiling. With over 800 miles of groomed trails, deep powder and backcountry riding to test your skills, and SeeYellowstone can pull it all together for you.  You can rent from our wide array of two or four stroke snowmobiles and ride on your own, or go with one of our local, experienced guides.

SNOWMOBILING YELLOWSTONE

Explore the winter wonderland that is Yellowstone National Park – For beginners, photographers and anyone who just wants to enjoy the park, take a guided tour to Old Faithful or Canyon.

For the more experienced riders to who want to SeeYellowstone the way you used to, take a real adventure on our full lower loop trip.

For full details,click here to visit our snowmobile site

POWDER & MOUNTAIN RIDING

If the Park isn’t for you, then just come to West Yellowstone and ride!

No need for trailers here – Snowmobiles and cars share the streets of town in perfect harmony and all trails begin at your hotel.

Marvel at the “Snow Ghosts” on Two Top Mountain, or ride across state lines and feed the trout and Muskrat at Big Springs, or watch the Moose at Elk Lake.

For those looking for a challenge, we have The Upper Tepee Basin, Lions Head and Centennial Mountain Range.

The scenery is breathtaking and the terrain will really test your skills.

Private Guides are available outside the Park as well.  Our guides do the job because they are local and experienced – But mostly because they like to have fun – and want to make sure you do as well.  We will match this awesome terrain to your wishes and abilities. You tell us where you want to go, and we’ll make sure you have the best time getting there.

For more information on the 800+ miles of trails click here

Now CHOOSE YOUR SLED and get ready to ride!

We convert our summer tour vans into customized winter snowcoaches by replacing the wheels with Track s & Skis.

With their large clear viewing windows and spacious seating & headroom, our wide variety of snowcoaches are perfect for any group, large or small.

Our local, experienced interpretive guides enhance your visit with their knowledge of the park.

We offer 3 options:-

From Dec 15th to March 6th to Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

From Dec 15th to march 15th to Old Faithful and the Lower Geyser Basin.

From Dec 15th to March 15th a Ski Shuttle for those who want to Ski More & Ride Less

CLICK HERE for Tour Details