Upper Loop Tour and Lamar Valley from West Yellowstone with Lunch Discount Tickets

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Overview

This Wildlife Viewing Van Tour is a great way to see the unique animals of Yellowstone National Park. We begin in the fun gateway town of West Yellowstone. The early morning part of the tour explores wildlife haunts in the famous Shadow Canyon of the Madison River. This area is home to bear and elk. Later we scope for wildlife on the shoulders of one of Yellowstone's tallest peaks, Mount Washburn. Next we explore the Lamar Valley, known as the Serengeti of North America. We will use spotting scopes to look for wolves, bears and other wildlife. Enjoy a hot drink and morning snack while watching wolves. Next we visit the Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces for a short walk. If you don't feel like walking we find a safe, scenic spot for you to wait for the group near the van. Finally, we head back toward West Yellowstone stopping for additional wildlife sightings along the way. The day concludes back at West Yellowstone.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

We meet in the parking lot in between the Madison Amphitheater and the Restrooms at 6:45AM. There is no cell service at this location.

Pickup Information

We will meet at the lobby of any hotel in West Yellowstone of any or any vacation rental within the boundaries of West Yellowstone. Pick ups begin at 6AM.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Madison River
Scope for wildlife along the Madison River in the early morning light. Bears and elk frequent this valley.
Duration: 30 mins
2. Mount Washburn
Scope for wildlife on driving up Mount Washburn. This area is home to grizzly bears and elk herds.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Lamar Valley
Lamar Valley is home to more than 60 species of mammal. Known as the Serengeti of North America, we will use spotting scopes to look for bears, wolves, bison and more! This is the richest wildlife valley in Yellowstone with the largest bison herd in North America. Wolves abound throughout the valley where they were reintroduced in 1995. This valley is also home to mountain goats, moose, big horn sheep, and other rare wildlife.
Duration: 60 mins
4. Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces
We will take a short stroll on the boardwalks near the Liberty Cap thermal feature at Mammoth Hot Springs.
Duration: 20 mins
5. Gibbon Meadows
Scope for wildlife along the Gibbon River where elk and bison roam.

Inclusion

In-vehicle air conditioning

Snacks

Carbonated beverages

Bottled water

Tea and coffee

Spotting Scope for viewing wildlife at a safe distance

Lunch

Binoculars for personal use to view wildlife

Exclusion

Entrance fees

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Yellowstone Hiking Guides

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