Upper Loop: Lamar Wildlife Safari from Gardiner | PRIVATE + Lunch

Overview

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with Sky's the Limit Tours as we guide you through the breathtaking landscapes and wildlife-rich habitats of Yellowstone National Park. Our fully private, customizable wildlife safari offers an immersive experience, perfect for nature lovers, photographers, and anyone eager to explore the park's stunning beauty while learning from experts.

From the moment we pick you up at your hotel, our passionate guides will lead you through the park’s iconic sights, including the famous Lamar Valley, known for its rich biodiversity. Spot wolves, grizzly bears, bison, and more using top-of-the-line Vortex optics. We often encounter leading researchers, like Rick McIntyre, offering rare insights into the park's wildlife.

Along the way, enjoy catered lunch options to suit all dietary needs, healthy snacks, and bottled water.

Learn about Yellowstone’s unique ecosystems while experiencing our commitment to conservation, ecology, and sustainable ecotourism.

City: Gardiner

Wed 18 Jun

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Starting at $399.99

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Wed 18 Jun

Starting at $399.99

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Bottled water

Spotting Scope & Binoculars

Snacks

Lunch

Air-conditioned vehicle

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infant seats are provided by customers as needed
Total duration of the tour includes the travel time

What To Expect

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone presents one of nature's most spectacular displays, where the mighty Yellowstone River plunges over two massive waterfalls into a thousand-foot-deep gorge. The canyon's golden walls, painted with splashes of pink, red, and white by ancient thermal activity, frame the legendary Lower and Upper Falls. The 308-foot Lower Falls thunders with particular majesty, while multiple viewpoints along both rims offer awe-inspiring perspectives of this magnificent landscape. Artist Point (Upper Fall) and Lookout Point (Lower Fall) provide especially dramatic views of this natural masterpiece.

Lamar Valley

Nicknamed "America's Serengeti," the Lamar Valley is Yellowstone's premier wildlife viewing destination. This sweeping grassland, carved by ancient glaciers and the meandering Lamar River, provides a vital habitat for the park's most iconic species. Visitors can observe vast herds of bison, packs of wolves, grizzly bears, elk, pronghorn, and countless birds from the comfort of their vehicle or roadside pullouts. Dawn and dusk offer particularly magical moments when the valley comes alive with animal activity.

Slough Creek

A paradise for both wildlife watchers and anglers, Slough Creek ranks among the world's premier locations for observing wild wolves in their natural habitat. This pristine valley, accessible via a scenic gravel road, offers sweeping views of sage-dotted meadows where wolf packs hunt, play, and tend to their pups. The creek itself, famous for its native cutthroat trout, winds through three distinct meadows. Dawn visitors are often rewarded with unforgettable displays of wildlife, from hunting wolves to grizzly bears and massive bison herds.

Tower Fall

Plunging 132 feet past dramatic volcanic spires, Tower Fall ranks among Yellowstone's most picturesque waterfalls. Named for the towering pinnacles of volcanic rock that stand sentinel around its cascade, this elegant waterfall draws visitors to its viewing platform year-round. The surrounding Tower-Roosevelt area, with its rugged basalt columns and pine forests, provides a striking backdrop for this natural wonder and serves as prime habitat for black bears, grizzlies, and agile bighorn sheep. A short paved trail from the parking area leads to the primary overlook.

Mammoth Hot Springs

Mammoth Hot Springs is a unique cluster of natural attractions situated at the northernmost entrance of Yellowstone National Park, just outside Gardiner, Montana. This remarkable site is celebrated for its striking travertine formations, which arise from the accumulation of mineral deposits over time. The pools within Mammoth Hot Springs are home to various species of algae that thrive in the warm waters, imparting a distinctive brownish and reddish hue to the surroundings.

Gibbon Falls

Thundering 84 feet over a rocky cliff face, Gibbon Falls offers a dramatic roadside spectacle along the Grand Loop Road. This expansive waterfall, where the Gibbon River makes its dramatic descent, spreads like a white veil over ancient lava flows. Multiple observation points provide excellent views of the cascade as it tumbles through a rugged canyon. The convenient parking area and wheelchair-accessible viewing platform make this one of Yellowstone's most easily accessible waterfalls.

Norris Geyser Basin

Embark on an extraordinary adventure through the most geothermally active zone within Yellowstone, where you'll have the unique chance to witness the iconic Steamboat Geyser and the breathtaking Porcelain Basin Hot Springs. The terrain offers a diverse range of trails, spanning from a short 0.2-mile stroll to a more extensive 3-mile hike, allowing you to customize your experience according to your preferences.

Mount Washburn

Rising 10,243 feet above sea level, Mount Washburn offers one of Yellowstone's most rewarding day hikes and premium grizzly bear habitat. The well-maintained trail to its summit winds through alpine meadows bursting with wildflowers, where grizzlies frequently graze during summer months. From the historic fire lookout at the peak, hikers enjoy breathtaking 360-degree views of the park's vast wilderness. Bighorn sheep often gather near the summit, while the surrounding slopes provide excellent opportunities to spot bears foraging on the mountainside.

Undine Falls

Tucked along the scenic Mammoth-Tower road, Undine Falls cascades gracefully in three distinct tiers over ancient volcanic cliffs. This 60-foot waterfall, named after mythical water spirits, offers a perfect roadside stop for photographers and nature enthusiasts. The falls' multiple steps create an enchanting display as Lava Creek tumbles through a rugged basalt canyon, especially dramatic during spring snowmelt. A convenient pullout provides excellent viewing of this hidden gem.

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Cancellation Policy

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

Upper Loop: Lamar Wildlife Safari from Gardiner | PRIVATE + Lunch

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