
Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 29 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch worth booking?
Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch is a 8-hour experience in West Yellowstone, United States, from $550 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 29 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 74 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (29)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $550 per person
We will provide you with a history of the wild animals that are in Yellowstone. We strive to make each tour the best tour you will ever go on. We provide swag, snacks, drinks and lunch. You will be guided by a professional that has spent countless hours searching for animals to show you and make your trip a trip of a lifetime. *Single travelers may join groups*
What you get
About this experience
We will provide you with a history of the wild animals that are in Yellowstone. We strive to make each tour the best tour you will ever go on. We provide swag, snacks, drinks and lunch. You will be guided by a professional that has spent countless hours searching for animals to show you and make your trip a trip of a lifetime. *Single travelers may join groups*
What's included
Included
- Professional and Certified Adventure Guide
- Tea / Coffee / Hot Chocolate / Cider / Bottled Water / Soda(upon request)
- Breakfast / Snacks / Lunch
- Binoculars / Scopes
Not included
- Gratuity for guides - If you had a great day, a 10-20% tip is appreciated for our AWESOME guides!
- National Park Entrance Fees. We recommend purchasing annual parks pass
What you'll see and do
Yellowstone National Park
America's first National Park
Lamar Valley
For our wildlife tour, we spend the better part of the tour scanning the Serengeti of Yellowstone for grizzly and black bear, wolves, coyotes, eagles, badgers, bison, elk, pronghorn, moose, and many other animals. We provide spotting scopes and binoculars to assist with viewing and our trained adventure guide will be your personal guide as we identity the flora and fauna of Yellowstone.
480 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
West Yellowstone
IMAX / Visitor Center Parking Lot
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
IMAX / Visitor Center Parking Lot
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 11 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Yellowstone’s Casanova Guided Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 29 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
29 verified traveler reviews for Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Unbelievable day!
Awesome day! Totally worth it! We didn't see any bear or wolves because morning was foggy. Our guide Jackson was superb! Extremely knowledgeable about the park and animals, throughly enjoyed his company. We did see elk, antelope and hundreds of bison.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you had an awesome day with Jackson. He is incredibly knowledgeable about Yellowstone and its wildlife, and we love hearing how much you enjoyed spending the day with him. The fog can definitely make wildlife spotting a little more challenging, and while the bears and wolves didn’t make an appearance, hundreds of bison along with elk and pronghorn still makes for a pretty incredible Yellowstone day! Thank you for choosing Casanova Guided Tours. We hope to have you back for another adventure someday!
via Tripadvisor
Outstanding Tour
Tauni and the team did an outstanding job of getting our tour booked, following up when it was time to get going, and providing us with a tour guide, Isaac, who was an absolute delight to be with. Isaac knew all about the park, the time to be in places for the best opportunity for wildlife viewing, and was super-flexible with what we could do. We wound up seeing an array of wildlife including YNP Grizzly, Rocky Mountain Goat, Bison and had great opportunity to see wolves though we did not get to see them. Which is the way it goes. Highly recommend Casanova Guided Tours for your visit to YNP!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you had such a great experience from the booking process all the way through your day in Yellowstone. Isaac is an incredible guide, and we love hearing how much you enjoyed your time with him. Seeing a Yellowstone grizzly, mountain goats, bison, and so much other wildlife sounds like an amazing day! And you’re absolutely right, sometimes the wolves just don’t cooperate, no matter how hard we look! Thank you for choosing Casanova Guided Tours and for recommending us. We truly appreciate it!
via Tripadvisor
Spectacular day with Jack
We had a terrific day with Jack! He was so knowledgeable and we learned so much! He made the day so wonderful and he went the extra mile in every way. He provided us great videos of the day, took us on a short hike, and even provided hiking suggestions. Seeing the wildlife including a grizzly bear and two wolves made the day even more special. Will definitely recommend him to friends. Thank you Jack!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled you had such a terrific day with Jack. He truly loves sharing Yellowstone and always goes above and beyond to make each experience special. Seeing a grizzly and two wolves definitely makes for an unforgettable day! We’re so glad you enjoyed the hike, videos, and recommendations along the way. Thank you for choosing Casanova Guided Tours and for recommending Jack to your friends. We hope to explore with you again someday!
via Viator
Amazing day in the park!!
What an amazing day in the park!! Our tour guide Jack was extraordinary. He was extremely knowledgeable and went above and beyond to make sure that we got see all that was on our wish list!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing day in Yellowstone with Jack. He truly loves sharing the park and always goes above and beyond to make each tour special. We’re so glad he was able to help check everything off your wish list! Thank you for choosing Casanova Guided Tours to be part of your Yellowstone experience!
via Tripadvisor
Heaven in Yellowstone Times Two!
I shared this on Viator as well: "We had the most excellent day around the upper loop of Yellowstone. When you have a knowledgeable and personable guide like Dayne Pack, with Cassanova tours to teach you all he knows about everything at the park, you may as well be in heaven times two! Just being in the park is heaven one and seeing through such expert eyes is heaven number two. I can’t say enough! We saw most everything one could see and will remember this trip for a lifetime. Thank you Dayne! Read more about - Private Yellowstone Wolf & Wildlife Safari from Bozeman - https://www.viator.com/tours/Bozeman/Private-Yellowstone-Wolf-and-Wildlife-Safari-from-Bozeman/d22771-321426P22?m=65553&nid=VR.1494518b-2e80-4ba7-a8c2-e75b2010db1b.VT_EMAIL_TRV?mcid=56757
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience on both Viator and here as well! Your description truly made us smile. We love the way you described Yellowstone as “heaven one” and experiencing it through Dayne’s eyes as “heaven number two.” That perfectly captures what we hope every guest experiences on our tours. Dayne has an incredible passion for Yellowstone, its wildlife, and its history, and he genuinely enjoys sharing that knowledge with every guest. We’re so glad he helped make your visit such a memorable one and that you were able to experience so much of the park in a single day. Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing Yellowstone’s Casanova Guided Tours. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $550 to $1,150
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Yellowstone’s Casanova Guided Tours, who run 18 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.1.
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Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for West Yellowstone.
How much does Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $550 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in West Yellowstone usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch take?
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Plan for about 8 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 West Yellowstone is not rushed.
Is Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 29 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in West Yellowstone, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch?
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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 Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch?
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Around 10 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 West Yellowstone 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 West Yellowstone and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch 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 West Yellowstone 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 West Yellowstone?
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West Yellowstone is the busiest park gateway: guided Yellowstone loops to Old Faithful and Grand Prismatic, wildlife safaris at dawn, and snowcoach or snowmobile tours once roads close. On Outty we rank every West Yellowstone experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Lower Loop Van Tour from West Yellowstone: Grand Prismatic and Old Faithful, Yellowstone National Park - Full-Day Lower Loop Tour from West Yellowstone, Upper Loop Tour and Lamar Valley from West Yellowstone with Lunch. 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 West Yellowstone?
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June to September for driving tours, December to March for snowcoach access. 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 West Yellowstone?
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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 Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch?
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Included: Professional and Certified Adventure Guide; Tea / Coffee / Hot Chocolate / Cider / Bottled Water / Soda(upon request); Breakfast / Snacks / Lunch; and Binoculars / Scopes. Not included: Gratuity for guides - If you had a great day, a 10-20% tip is appreciated for our AWESOME; and National Park Entrance Fees. We recommend purchasing annual parks pass. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 40 listed pickup locations in and around West Yellowstone. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch 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 Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch?
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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 Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch 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 Yellowstone Full-Day Upper Loop with Wildlife Adventure w/Lunch?
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Across 29 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, good for families. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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