Yellowstone Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY
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Is Yellowstone Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY worth booking?
Yellowstone Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY is a 10-hour experience in Cody, United States, from $275 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 21 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 (21)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $275 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 o
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
- Tea and coffee
- Professional naturalist guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park East Entrance Your exact route and itinerary will be determined by your interests, current wildlife sightings, and current weather and road conditions. Our guides are all highly experienced, with thousands of hours in the field, and will expertly tailor your safari to you and your group. Summer is construction season in Yellowstone National Park and sometimes this can impact our tours. Please communicate to your guide what you most wish to see in the park and your guide will do their best to navigate road closures, traffic slowdowns, and construction wait times.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
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 the area. Our tours are customized for each departure. We may not stop here on every tour. Please communicate to your guide what you most wish to see in the park.
90 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 the area. Our tours are customized for each departure. We may not stop here on every tour. Please communicate to your guide what you most wish to see in the park.
45 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 the area. Our tours are customized for each departure. We may not stop here on every tour. Please communicate to your guide what you most wish to see in the park.
45 minutes here
Artist Point
Incorrectly 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 the area. Our tours are customized for each departure. We may not stop here on every tour. Please communicate to your guide what you most wish to see in the park.
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 the area. Our tours are customized for each departure. We may not stop here on every tour. Please communicate to your guide what you most wish to see in the park.
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 the area. Our tours are customized for each departure. We may not stop here on every tour. Please communicate to your guide what you most wish to see in the park.
30 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 the area. Our tours are customized for each departure. We may not stop here on every tour. Please communicate to your guide what you most wish to see in the park.
45 minutes here
Shoshone River
Shoshone Canyon is a gorge cut through Rattlesnake Mountain by the wearing action of the Shoshone River. 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). Our tours are customized for each departure. We may not stop here on every tour. Please communicate to your guide what you most wish to see in the park.
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 the area. Our tours are customized for each departure. We may not stop here on every tour. Please communicate to your guide what you most wish to see in the park.
30 minutes here · Admission 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
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cody
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If your child requires a car seat, please be sure to bring it with you.
- Children 8 and older may participate.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 20 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
8 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
20 verified traveler reviews for Yellowstone Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Our guide Elysa was so...
Our guide Elysa was so knowledgeable about Yellowstone, the animals, the south loop and what each area provided and why. Kevin and I learned so much from this tour. We give her5+ and wish her the best.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for this review. We are so happy you enjoyed your day with Elysa and that you saw and learned so much! We will pass this on to Elysa.
via Viator
Recommend
Lovely day searching for animals in their natural habitat. Elysa was a great tour guide! Friendly, accommodating, informative! Would recommend this company and guide!
Response from the operator: Thank you for this review of your day with Elysa and Yellowstone Safari Company. We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your day in Yellowstone!
via Viator
Emma was awesome and very...
Emma was awesome and very polite. We enjoyed her knowledge of Yellowstone. The drive was long but she answered all the questions we had.
Response from the operator: Thank you for this kind review of Emma and your day with Yellowstone Safari Company!
via Viator
Spectacular Experience
It was spectacular! We saw quite a bit of wildlife. Due to wildlife plans can change i.e. Bison jams. Overall it is a must see. Emma was very informative and knowledgeable. We enjoyed spending our time in Yellowstone Lower Loop with her.
Response from the operator: We can ask for much better than spectacular!! Thank you for the positive review of Yellowstone Safari & Emma.
via Viator
Van tour
It was a great trip.emma the guide was fun and very informative. I would recommend this trip to everyone. The best part was that I did not have to Drive.
Response from the operator: So happy to hear that you were able to sit back and relax with Emma showed you Yellowstone's famous sites. Thank you for the review.
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
- $275 to $550
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 7
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 74
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Yellowstone Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cody.
How much does Yellowstone Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY cost?
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Prices start at $275 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 Yellowstone Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY 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 Yellowstone Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY 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 21 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Cody, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Yellowstone Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY?
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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 Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY 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 Yellowstone Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY?
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Around 7 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 Yellowstone Nat'l Park Full Day Tour From Cody, WY 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 Cody Trolley Tours - Best of the West Trolley Tour, Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yellowstone and Grand Teton, Red Canyon Wild Mustang Tours And Safaris In Cody Wyoming. 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.
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