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Lamar Valley Wildlife & Adventure Tours

Embark on an unforgettable wildlife safari through Lamar Valley, the crown jewel of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Known as the 'Serengeti of North America,' this breathtaking destination offers prime wildlife viewing opportunities for spotting wolves, grizzly bears, and bison in their natural habitat. Whether you are seeking professional photography tours, guided hiking adventures, or immersive nature excursions, our curated experiences provide unparalleled access to this pristine wilderness. From sunrise wildlife spotting to expert-led sightseeing, discover why Lamar Valley is a must-visit attraction for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. Book your journey today and witness the raw beauty of Yellowstone's most iconic landscape.

4.95/5 avg ratingFrom $191.25 per person66 unique experiences89% free cancellation

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$354–$953 typical

Median price is $524, with a range up to $1,541

Rating

Rating

4.95★ average

Based on 1,598 pooled reviews with ~96% positive sentiment

Tour Length

Tour Length

7–12 hours typical

Median duration is 9 hours

Tour Type

Tour Type

Wildlife & Nature

65% are wildlife tours and 85% focus on nature

Booking Note

Booking Note

Book in advance

20% of tours are flagged likely to sell out

Value Pick

Value Pick

Photography Tours

Averages 4.98★ at $480, offering high quality at or below typical prices

11 Products

Private Yellowstone Wolf Watching & Wildlife Safari + lunch

Private Yellowstone Wolf Watching & Wildlife Safari + lunch

9 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellationLikely to sell out
5 (106 reviews)
98.37%
1.63%
amazinggreat experienceknowledgeable
Viator
$1,999
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Private Yellowstone Wolf Watching & Wildlife Safari + lunch
Summary

Our Winter and Summer Safaris are led by a wildlife biologist with years of experience guiding in Yellowstone. During the Winter we will focus on wolf watching, viewing moose, bison, elk, coyote, etc. We will depart your accommodations and head towards Yellowstone’s northern range, undoubtedly one ...

Inclusions
  • binoculars provided
  • spotting scope
Exclusions
  • All Fees and Taxes
Itinerary
  • Lamar Valley
  • Yellowstone National Park
  • Hayden Valley
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Private Yellowstone Summer Wildlife Photo Safaris - Half Day

Private Yellowstone Summer Wildlife Photo Safaris - Half Day

5 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (16 reviews)
97%
3%
beautifulimproved photography skillsamazing photographs
Viator
$595
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Private Yellowstone Summer Wildlife Photo Safaris - Half Day
Summary

Make the most of your visit to Yellowstone! Let us work with you to craft your perfect Yellowstone nature adventure, led by an award winning professional nature photographer with over 30 years of experience in the Park! Whether your interests are wildlife, landscape, or general nature photography...

Inclusions
  • English Tour guide
Itinerary
  • Roosevelt Arch
  • Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces
  • Lamar Valley
  • Lower Yellowstone River Falls
  • Old Faithful
  • Madison River
  • Grand Prismatic Spring
  • Gibbon Falls
  • Sheepeater Cliffs
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Service animals allowed, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, All participants must be at least 16 years of age without exception, We will be driving long distances between locations, travel time will vary depending on traffic, conditions, weather., This tour is for photographers, by photographers. Instruction is available if requested. Our goal is for you to capture exceptional photographs of Yellowstone Park.
Cancellation Policy

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

Yellowstone PRIVATE Winter SAFARI and Wolf Watching

Yellowstone PRIVATE Winter SAFARI and Wolf Watching

10 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (14 reviews)
96.43%
3.57%
very knowledgeableabsolutely unforgettableCouldn’t recommend
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$345
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Yellowstone PRIVATE Winter SAFARI and Wolf Watching
Summary

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 w...

Inclusions
  • Convenient pick up and drop off from your lodging
  • Binoculars and a spotting scope for enhanced wildlife watching
  • A knowledgeable and friendly guide
  • A Luxury vehicle that offers excellent viewing
  • Designed exclusively for your private group
  • A variety of delicious snacks and drinks
  • Deli-style lunch
Exclusions
  • Entrance fees
  • Guide Gratuity (a tip of around 15% of the tour price is typical).
Itinerary
  • Yellowstone National Park
  • Lamar Valley
  • Mammoth Hot Springs
Good to know
  • 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.

Lamar Valley Safari Hiking Tour with Lunch

Lamar Valley Safari Hiking Tour with Lunch

6 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellationLikely to sell out
4.76 (197 reviews)
90.92%
9.08%
greatgreat hikegreat guide
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$182
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Lamar Valley Safari Hiking Tour with Lunch
Summary

Yellowstone Hiking Guides safely leads hiking groups into the Lamar Valley on a wildlife viewing day hike tour. Our guides are well versed in Yellowstone's unique wildlife. Safety and fun are our top priorities. Regularly, we spot wolves, bears, and other rare wildlife from the trail in the backco...

Inclusions
  • Bear Spray, Binoculars, Trekking Pole, Backpack (if necessary)
Exclusions
  • Admission to Yellowstone National Park: $35 per vehicle, good for one week
  • Rain jacket and fleece layer
Itinerary
  • Lamar Valley
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

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

Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

6 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.37 (266 reviews)
81.06%
18.94%
very informativeamazingWorked great
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$25
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Yellowstone National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Summary

Purchase one tour per car. Everyone can listen at the same time! Experience the raw power and beauty of nature at Yellowstone National Park. This enormous volcanic caldera has captured the American imagination for decades thanks to its explosive geysers, prismatic hot springs, and astonishing water...

Inclusions
  • Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
  • Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
  • One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
  • Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
  • Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
  • Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
Exclusions
  • Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
Itinerary
  • Yellowstone National Park
  • West Thumb Geyser Basin
  • Shoshone Lake
  • Old Faithful
  • Firehole River
  • Grand Prismatic Spring
  • Fountain Paint Pot
  • West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center
  • Gibbon Falls
  • Artists Paintpots
  • Norris Geyser Basin
  • Swan Lake Flats
  • Mammoth Hot Springs
  • Boiling River
  • Roosevelt Arch
  • Albright Visitor Center and Museum
  • Undine Falls
  • Wraith Falls
  • Lamar Valley
  • Mount Washburn
  • Canyon Village Area
  • Inspiration Point
  • Hayden Valley
  • Cody
  • Yellowstone Lake
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, The tour covers all five Yellowstone entrances and allows you to travel either clockwise or counterclockwise., Download the app and tour before arriving, as cell service is limited throughout the park., Check current road conditions, entrance access, and seasonal closures before beginning the tour., During winter, most park roads are closed to regular vehicles. Only the road between the North and Northeast Entrances remains open year-round, weather permitting. Select the winter tour for the appropriate route and instructions., Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience., Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups., At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops., Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service., Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately., More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours., Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal., Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app., Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward., Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
Cancellation Policy

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

Private Yellowstone Wildlife and Photo from West Yellowstone

Private Yellowstone Wildlife and Photo from West Yellowstone

10 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.52 (23 reviews)
85.27%
14.73%
Amazing experience!!amazingvery knowledgeable
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$1,259$1,399
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Private Yellowstone Wildlife and Photo from West Yellowstone
Summary

Join us for an amazing Yellowstone Upper Loop Wildlife and Photo Tour.The Upper Loop of YNP boasts vast opportunities for stunning wildlife and scenic photography.CWA’S specialist fills your day with fun mountain man tales, in depth historical information as well as stories of the indigenous peoples...

Inclusions
  • Binoculars
  • Spotting scope for finding wildlife
Exclusions
  • 15-20% standard service industry gratuity
Itinerary
  • Lamar Valley
  • Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
  • Hayden Valley
  • Roosevelt Arch
  • Mammoth Hot Springs
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

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

Grand Teton and Yellowstone Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle

Grand Teton and Yellowstone Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle

8 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.31 (100 reviews)
76.01%
23.99%
very goodAWESOME tourinformative
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$35
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Grand Teton and Yellowstone Self-Guided Driving Tours Bundle
Summary

Discover nature at its most majestic in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. These sister parks offer the ultimate national park experience, from Yellowstone’s explosive geysers to Grand Teton’s awe-inspiring peaks. Marvel at prismatic hot springs and astonishing waterfalls. See the only wild...

Inclusions
  • Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.
  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
  • Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
  • One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
  • Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
  • Self-guided audio tour through our easy-to-use mobile app.
  • Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
Exclusions
  • Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
Itinerary
  • Teton Village
  • St. John's Episcopal Church
  • Oxbow Bend
  • Snake River Overlook
  • National Elk Refuge
  • Yellowstone National Park
  • West Thumb Geyser Basin
  • Shoshone Lake
  • Old Faithful
  • Firehole River
  • Grand Prismatic Spring
  • Fountain Paint Pot
  • West Yellowstone Visitor Information Center
  • Gibbon Falls
  • Artists Paintpots
  • Norris Geyser Basin
  • Swan Lake Flats
  • Mammoth Hot Springs
  • Albright Visitor Center and Museum
  • Undine Falls
  • Wraith Falls
  • Roosevelt Arch
  • Lamar Valley
  • Canyon Village Area
  • Inspiration Point
  • Hayden Valley
  • Cody
  • Yellowstone Lake
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience., Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups., At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops., Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service., Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately., More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours., Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal., Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app., Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward., Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
Cancellation Policy

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

Private, Bespoke Yellowstone Summer Wildlife Photo Safaris

Private, Bespoke Yellowstone Summer Wildlife Photo Safaris

10 hrsPrivate tour
5 (9 reviews)
100%
0%
exceptionalGreat adviceunforgettable
Viator
$995
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Private, Bespoke Yellowstone Summer Wildlife Photo Safaris
Summary

Make the most of your visit to Yellowstone! Let us work with you to craft your perfect Yellowstone nature adventure, led by an award winning professional nature photographer with over 30 years of experience in the Park! Whether your interests are wildlife, landscape, or general nature photography...

Itinerary
  • Roosevelt Arch
  • Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces
  • Fort Yellowstone Historic District
  • Lamar Valley
  • Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
  • Lower Yellowstone River Falls
  • Hayden Valley
  • Yellowstone Lake
  • Old Faithful
  • Old Faithful Inn
  • Madison River
  • Grand Prismatic Spring
  • Firehole Canyon Drive
  • Gibbon Falls
  • Sheepeater Cliffs
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, All participants must be at least 16 years of age without exception, We will be driving long distances between locations, travel time will vary depending on traffic, conditions, weather.
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Lamar Valley Wildlife Hike in Yellowstone Full Day with Lunch

Lamar Valley Wildlife Hike in Yellowstone Full Day with Lunch

6 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (5 reviews)
92.86%
7.14%
Goodvery nicevery interesting
Viator
$160
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Lamar Valley Wildlife Hike in Yellowstone Full Day with Lunch
Summary

Explore the wonders of Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley on a six-mile hike led by expert naturalist guides. Known as “America’s Serengeti,” this stunning area is teeming with wildlife, including bison, elk, and even the elusive wolf. This isn’t just a typical park tour; you’ll be hiking across beautiful m...

Inclusions
  • Hiking poles, spotting scope, backpacks, binoculars, and bear spray
  • Dry bags and or dry phone cases.
  • Free scenic photos. Great for family couple photos, and social media photos
Exclusions
  • Hiking shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty or wet
  • Change of clothes and shoes for the ride home. It’s just great to have just in case.
  • Rain jackets, personal water bottle any medical supplies needed when in the outdoors
  • Admission to Yellowstone National Park: $35 per vehicle, good for one week
Itinerary
  • Lamar Valley
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

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

Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour

Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour

7 hrsPrivate tourEco-Friendly
5 (6 reviews)
100%
0%
wonderfulhighly professionalhighly recommend this company
Viator
$315
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Lamar River Valley Day Hike Tour
Summary

Wildland Trekking's expert guides are the best in the business, which is why we are the #1 rated Outdoor Activity at Yellowstone National Park on Trip Advisor. We will show you the best of Lamar Valley by pointing out amazing landmarks, teaching you about the history and geology of Yellowstone, and ...

Inclusions
  • Backpack
  • Trekking Poles
Itinerary
  • Lamar Valley
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Pairs well with

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Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
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Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

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Yellowstone Upper Falls
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Yellowstone Upper Falls

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Hayden Valley
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Hayden Valley

33 km away • from $22

Mud Volcano Area
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Mud Volcano Area

34 km away • from $269

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Yes, booking ahead is highly recommended. Among the 10 tours we compare across booking platforms, 30% are flagged as likely to sell out. Securing your spot early helps ensure you don't miss out on preferred dates.

The options we compare are heavily weighted toward personalized experiences. 80% of the available tours are private, making them an excellent choice for those seeking a more tailored itinerary. Additionally, 40% of the listings are tagged as eco-friendly.

Prices vary significantly depending on the level of customization and duration. Most tours fall within a range of $166–$932, though the total spread across all platforms can reach up to $1,666. The median price for the options we compare is $400.

You should plan for a significant portion of your day. Most experiences typically last between 5.9 and 10 hours, with a median duration of 7.5 hours.

The feedback is overwhelmingly positive. Across 688 pooled reviews from various booking platforms, the tours hold an average rating of 4.79★. Travelers frequently describe their experiences as wonderful, awesome, and amazing, often highlighting the top tier knowledge provided by guides.

Flexibility is common when booking through the platforms we compare. 60% of the tours offer free cancellation, which provides peace of mind if your travel plans change. Additionally, 90% of the options provide instant confirmation.

Yes, there is good variety for international travelers. Among the tours we compare, guides are available to lead experiences in 5 different languages: English, French, German, Spanish, and Italian.

Visit during dawn or dusk. These times offer the highest chance of seeing wolves, bears, and bison active.

Bring binoculars and a spotting scope. Always maintain a safe distance of at least 100 yards from bears and wolves.

Facilities are limited. Pack plenty of water and snacks, as there are no major services inside the valley itself.

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