The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 8 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private worth booking?
The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private is a 10-hour experience in Cody, United States, from $498 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (8)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $498 per person
Yellowstone National Park is one of America’s great treasures. This full day safari will show off the highlights of this incredible place; volcanic thermal features, giant waterfalls, diverse wildlife, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, and Yellowstone Lake. Throughout the day we will drive scenic roads, walk historic boardwalks, enjoy the peace of natural landscapes and use our optics to view wildlife. Your guide is your driver, and their goal is to cover as many of Yellowstone’s famous features as they can in a day. The guides at Yellowstone Safari Co. will make every effort to showcase as many highlights as possible, and will structure the day around making your experience a memorable one. They will take current road conditions, weather, seasonality, and your personal interests into consideration as they move through the park. Highlights Old Faithful & Grand Prismatic Spring Lower and Upper Falls, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Geysers, Hot Springs, Mudpots & Fumaroles
What you get
About this experience
Yellowstone National Park is one of America’s great treasures. This full day safari will show off the highlights of this incredible place; volcanic thermal features, giant waterfalls, diverse wildlife, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, and Yellowstone Lake. Throughout the day we will drive scenic roads, walk historic boardwalks, enjoy the peace of natural landscapes and use our optics to view wildlife. Your guide is your driver, and their goal is to cover as many of Yellowstone’s famous features as they can in a day. The guides at Yellowstone Safari Co. will make every effort to showcase as many highlights as possible, and will structure the day around making your experience a memorable one. They will take current road conditions, weather, seasonality, and your personal interests into consideration as they move through the park. Highlights Old Faithful & Grand Prismatic Spring Lower and Upper Falls, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Geysers, Hot Springs, Mudpots & Fumaroles
What's included
Included
- Non-alcoholic beverages
- Use of UHD binoculars and spotting scopes
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Professional naturalist guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Yellowstone National Park
East Entrance Gate
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Sylvan Pass is a mountain pass located in the Absaroka Range in Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming. The pass provides access to the park from the east entrance.
60 minutes here
The Shoshone River runs from the Buffalo Bill Dam through an awesome canyon bordered by Cedar and Rattlesnake Mountains through Cody, Wyoming, and ultimately draining into Yellowtail Reservoir (fed primarily by the Bighorn River).
60 minutes here
Grand Prismatic Spring
Grand Prismatic Spring is located in the Midway Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park. The third largest hot spring in the world is most well known for the rainbow effect that the microbial mats create, producing reds, oranges, yellows and greens around the edges of the spring. The blue center is the result of sterile water at great depth appearing blue to the eye. Our safari makes a stop here. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.
45 minutes here
Fountain Paint Pot
Fountain Paint Pot, located in the Lower Geyser Basin, is a mud pot most recognized for the reds, yellows and browns that can be seen in the soil. The colors represent varying levels of iron oxidation in the mud. Our safari makes a stop here. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.
45 minutes here
Artist Point
ncorrectly named as the vantage point for Thomas Moran's famous waterfall sketches, the name Artist Point remains to this day. Located on the south rim of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, this point provides classic views of Lower Falls on the Yellowstone River. Our safari makes a stop here. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.
45 minutes here
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
At a depth of more than 1000ft (305m), the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River is an impressive sight. Water, wind, earthquakes and hydrothermal features have all worked together to form this area. Two waterfalls are visible from multiple vantage points, Upper Falls and Lower Falls. Our safari makes a stop here. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.
60 minutes here
Yellowstone River
The Yellowstone River originates in the Absaroka Range at the Continental Divide and flows north through Yellowstone National Park and Paradise Valley before heading east across the plains of Montana and eventually flowing into the Missouri River. It is a large-volume river, fed by several tributaries on its journey eastward. The river provides habitat for many species in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and is known for its excellent trout population. Our safari makes a stop here in search of wildlife. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.
30 minutes here
Lower Yellowstone River Falls
The first photographic depictions of the Lower Falls were made in 1871 during the Hayden Expedition, although Native American tribes have known about the falls for centuries. Cascading roughly 308ft (94m) over volcanic rock, the falls are an impressive sight from several vantage points. Our safari makes a stop here. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.
45 minutes here
Old Faithful
Old Faithful is only one of the roughly 500 geysers in Yellowstone National Park, but it is the predictability of eruptions that earned this geyser its name. Our safari makes a stop here. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.
45 minutes here
Hayden Valley
The Hayden Valley is located in central Yellowstone National Park and is home to an abundance of wildlife. The valley floor was once the lakebed of Yellowstone Lake, but is now home to streams, grassy plains and geothermal features. Our safari makes several stops here in search of wildlife. Your guide will educate you on the historical or geological significance of your stop.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cody
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Yellowstone Safari Co.
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If your child requires a car seat, please be sure to bring it with you.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Small groups
3 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fun in Yellowstone on our private tour!
My husband and I loved our private tour. Elysa was an amazing guide. Very knowledgeable and personable. We hit the jackpot with her for our guide. Thank you Elysa for a great day!
Response from the operator: Thank you for this review! We are thrilled you enjoyed your day with Elysa!
via Tripadvisor
Great Day
It was amazing ! Our guide Emma was very warm, friendly and knowledgeable. She knew the best places to see what we were hoping for. If we are ever back and want to do another tour, she will be my pick.👍😎
Response from the operator: Thank you for this review! We love that you enjoyed your day with Emma and for sure will welcome you back anytime for another unforgettable experience.
via Tripadvisor
Another great day in Yellowstone!
What a perfect way to end our 10 day western experience by spending the day with Elysa. There is not enough space to talk about how great a day it was. It was our last tour of our trip and we were thinking let's just cut it short because we were pretty worn out from all the other great tours we had taken, but little did we know this would probably be the best. Not only did my wife and Elysa hit it off, to the point they were like sisters at the end, but Elysa did a great job navigating the crowds so we could take in the Southern part of the park from Cody. For an added bonus, we actually were able to see two grizzlies and a black bear during the day. She provided everything we needed, including a great picnic lunch and with her connections at the Yellowstone retail stores, allowed us to get exactly what we were looking for to remember the trip by. Thank you Elysa!
Response from the operator: WOW! We are so happy to hear you had such a wonderful time with Elysa and special day in Yellowstone. Thank you for this superb review.
via Viator
This is a fantastic, all...
This is a fantastic, all day private tour of the park. Our tour guide, Cody, was great and had so much knowledge of the park and wildlife. He tailored the tour to what we hoped to see and it was a wonderful day! We saw both the Old Faithful and Beehive geysers erupt, and the day was also filled with sightings of grizzlies, bison, elk, osprey, ravens, big horned sheep and a moose! The packed lunch was delicious. Highly recommend!
Response from the operator: What a wonderful experience with Cody & Yellowstone Safari Company! Thank you for this review of your day.
via Viator
Yellowstone and Adam 👍
Fantastic and amazing We couldn’t have had a better guide Adam made the tour that much better !! Everyone should request him.
Response from the operator: Thank you for this review! We appreciate your recommendation of him and our company!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $498 to $995
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Yellowstone Safari Co., who run 20 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 69.9.
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The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cody.
How much does The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private cost?
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Prices start at $498 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cody usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cody is not rushed.
Is The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 8 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cody, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private?
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Around 3 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cody can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cody and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cody within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cody?
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Cody, WY packs its best experiences into walkable neighborhoods, local food, and day trips nearby. Outty ranks every bookable tour and activity in Cody by rating quality, review depth, booking demand and value, so you can see the standouts before you book. On Outty we rank every Cody experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yellowstone National Park, Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yellowstone and Grand Teton, Cody Trolley Tours - Best of the West Trolley Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cody?
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Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Cody, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cody?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private?
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Included: Non-alcoholic beverages; Use of UHD binoculars and spotting scopes; Snacks; Lunch; and Professional naturalist guide. Not included: Gratuities; and Entrance fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 15 listed pickup locations in and around Cody.
What languages is The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about The Best of Yellowstone - Nat'l Park Day Tour From Cody - Private?
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Across 8 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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