Yellowstone Lower Southern Loop Tour
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September 2026
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3.9/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Yellowstone Lower Southern Loop Tour worth booking?
Yellowstone Lower Southern Loop Tour is a 8-hour experience in West Yellowstone, United States, from $219 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 7 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (7)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $219 per person
Yellowstone's lower (or southern) loop is one of the most amazing places on earth, with more geysers, hot springs and other thermal features than literally anywhere else on earth! Old Faithful, the world's most famous ge
What you get
About this experience
Yellowstone's lower (or southern) loop is one of the most amazing places on earth, with more geysers, hot springs and other thermal features than literally anywhere else on earth! Old Faithful, the world's most famous geyser, is there, as is another iconic sight, Grand Prismatic Spring! Talking of iconic, Yellowstone is known for its bison, and we'll do our best to get you stuck in one of our unforgettable bison jams!
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Services of a skilled guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Park Entry - $20 (exempt if you have NPS/Senior/Military/Veteran/Yellowstone Car Pass)
- Meals
What you'll see and do
Old Faithful
The world's most famous geyser! Old Faithful can be found at the Upper Geyser Basin, and we'll look at other thermal features, as well as Old Faithful Inn, while we're here.
90 minutes here
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
A magnificent canyon carved by the Yellowstone River, as it flows through the canyon walls. We'll visit Artist Point, Inspiration Point and Grandview Point, amongst others.
60 minutes here
Weather permitting, we'll take a stroll to the brink of the Yellowstone River Upper Falls, to watch the water plummeting down to the canyon below.
30 minutes here
Hayden Valley
One of the two main areas in Yellowstone National Park, where a lot of wildlife can generally be found.
40 minutes here
Lower Geyser Basin
Home to Fountain Paint Pot, and a trail which meanders through many hot springs, geysers, mud pots and steam vents.
40 minutes here
Grand Prismatic Spring
Grand Prismatic Spring is located in the Midway Geyser Basin, as is Excelsior Geyser Crater, and we'll walk the boardwalk system there.
30 minutes here
West Thumb Geyser Basin
This beautiful geyser basin is located right on the shores of Yellowstone Lake, and we'll stroll the boardwalks here as well.
40 minutes here
Black Sand Basin
Time permitting we'll try and pop in here to check out the thermal features.
20 minutes here
Biscuit Basin
Not as well known as the three main geyser basins in this part of the park, Biscuit Basin is a smaller geyser basin which we may visit, time permitting.
20 minutes here
Yellowstone Geysers - Mud Volcano Area
Mud Volcano is a smaller thermal area on the east side of Yellowstone.
15 minutes here
Gibbon Falls
Gibbon Falls is right next to the Grand Loop Road, and we'll stop to take a look.
15 minutes here
Grand Loop Road
The rest of our time is spent driving around the Grand Loop Road, which follows Yellowstone's lower loop. We'll stop anytime something interesting crops up, and we may be forced to stop if we're lucky enough to come across one of Yellowstone's famous buffalo jams! Other sights we may pause at or view include: Firehole Canyon Drive Firehole Lake Drive, and Great Fountain and White Dome geysers Firehole River Gibbon River Madison Valley Madison River
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
West Yellowstone
In front of Yellowstone Motel, which is on the southeast corner and US Highway 20 and Hayden Street. The office is in a two floor brown log cabin, facing north.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
In front of Yellowstone Motel, which is on the southeast corner and US Highway 20 and Hayden Street. The office is in a two floor brown log cabin, facing north.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- USA Park Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Pets are not permitted in most of Yellowstone.
- Yellowstone is located at altitude. Check with your medical professional that you'll be OK.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Yellowstone Lower Southern Loop Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Educational
I didn’t know the pick up point was an hour and half away from our cottage but other than that it was a great time! This trip with Bob and the one on Monday with Paul were both excellent! And we learned a lot from they tours!
via Tripadvisor
Yellowstone is huge!
We had the best day yesterday! Shaggy was an awesome host! We had no clue how big Yellowstone was and couldn’t believe all that we saw in one day.
via Viator
Yellowstone lower (Southern) loop tour
Very difficult to communicate with Viator…passed off to various contacts….was over charged, no lunch offered when other travelers had lunch included in their price. Puck up was a problem after initial signup to ask for pickup. Guide was good, but not a Viator direct employee….it was s mess!
Response from the operator: Why did you leave us a bad review? We are not Viator. We are a tour company. We have provided you with a tour which was good, as per your notes: "Guide was good". You are dishonest. It is unfair to leave us a "one star" review when the tour was good.
via Viator
We saw almost every animal that we came to see and of course all of the natural beauty of the area's
Our tour guide Bob was so knowledgeable about the area and wildlife. We were happy seeing the geysers, waterfalls and rivers but the best thing was you didn't have to drive or find a parking space
via Tripadvisor
Disappointed, not clear tour didn’t cover grand prismatic overlook
At no fault to the tour guide I just expected that I would see the grand prismatic spring with a good view since it was mentioned. There is a difference between the lookout (the good view) and where the tour goes to the lower view which was not exciting or much of a view to us. I did let the guide know that it was really the only thing I booked to see. He was gracious enough to drop us back off at our hotel at my request by hour three into the tour so that I could drive back in myself to see the site from the overlook on my own and in addition I was able to also get very up close pictures with the bison. Just make sure you understand what sites you will see clearly when you book and not make an assumption as I did that grand prismatic referred to the good view which I now know it called the overlook.
Response from the operator: This person is thoroughly dishonest. Our tour description states we walk the boardwalk system: "Grand Prismatic Spring is located in the Midway Geyser Basin, as is Excelsior Geyser Crater, and we'll walk the boardwalk system there." Nowhere does it state we go to an overlook of Grand Prismatic. We do show a good view of the Grand Prismatic from the boardwalk, but no mention is made of a hike to the Grand Prismatic overlook, which is a separate hike we sell on Viator.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $219 to $438
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Yellowstone Lower Southern Loop Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for West Yellowstone.
How much does Yellowstone Lower Southern Loop Tour cost?
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Prices start at $219 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 Lower Southern Loop Tour 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 Lower Southern Loop Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in West Yellowstone, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Yellowstone Lower Southern Loop Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Yellowstone Lower Southern Loop Tour 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 Lower Southern Loop Tour?
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Around 2 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 Lower Southern Loop Tour 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 Yellowstone National Park - Full-Day Lower Loop Tour from West Yellowstone, Yellowstone Lower Loop Tour | Wildlife & Hot Springs | PRIVATE, Full Day Private Tour and Hike from West Yellowstone. 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.
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