
Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 60 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour worth booking?
Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour is a 9-hour experience in Grand Teton National Park, United States, from $1,690 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 60 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (60)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $1,690 per person
The Yellowstone Day Tour highlights all the colors this park has to offer. A professional guide will drive your group throughout the park as they look for our local critters (e.g. bison, bears, wolves, moose, elk, etc.), while showcasing the best spots for scenic photography. Vortex binoculars will be handed out to each guest so that up-close details won't be missed. This tour includes breakfast sandwiches/burritos on the way up to the park and a picnic lunch on the shores of the Madison River. National Park Entrance Fees are included for U.S. residents. International visitors are not covered and must purchase their own park entry pass. Prominent stopping points include Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and Yellowstone Lake.
What you get
About this experience
The Yellowstone Day Tour highlights all the colors this park has to offer. A professional guide will drive your group throughout the park as they look for our local critters (e.g. bison, bears, wolves, moose, elk, etc.), while showcasing the best spots for scenic photography. Vortex binoculars will be handed out to each guest so that up-close details won't be missed. This tour includes breakfast sandwiches/burritos on the way up to the park and a picnic lunch on the shores of the Madison River. National Park Entrance Fees are included for U.S. residents. International visitors are not covered and must purchase their own park entry pass. Prominent stopping points include Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and Yellowstone Lake.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Admission fees
- Binoculars (for each guest) and Spotting Scope
- Pick-up and drop off from select locations
- Breakfast
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Old Faithful
Guests will get to see the most famous geyser in the world from the best vantage point as well as the Old Faithful Inn.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Grand Prismatic Spring
Guests will get to see the most famous and colorful hot spring in the world as they stroll along the Grand Prismatic Boardwalk.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
Guests will get to see the largest water fall in Yellowstone along with its namesake canyon.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Hayden Valley
Guests will be driven through the wildest valley in the world where they will see thousands of Bison as well as bears and wolves.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Yellowstone Geysers - Mud Volcano Area
The Mud Volcano challenges guests to use all their senses as they walk along its board walk while feeling the steam of the geyser and smell its strong sulfuric odor.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Yellowstone Lake
The biggest, high altitude lake deserves the most scenic roads and breathtaking stopping points where guests can walk along the shore and dip their feet in.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
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 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tours In Color
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The remaining hours is allotted for the travel time
- We can accommodate all dietary restrictions (e.g. vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, kosher, halal etc.).
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 60 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.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
60 verified traveler reviews for Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fantastic Day in Yellowstone
We booked a private full day tour of Lower Yellowstone and could not have been more pleased. We saw all the highlights we wanted to see: Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring and its neighboring hot springs, Yellowstone Upper Falls and Lower Falls, Yellowstone Lake, Hayden Valley, the mud volcano. And plenty of wildlife, including moose, elk, pronghorn, bald eagle, fox, mule deer, and bison. Amenities were as promised: huge and comfortable SUV, prompt pickup at our hotel, a fantastic hot breakfast, and a lovely box lunch by Yellowstone Lake. Binoculars, maps, water, and snacks provided. Spotting scope with camera attachment was used to capture wildlife photos and videos from longer distances. And I cannot say enough good things about or guide Bilal. He was helpful, informative, and very kind. He made the day as relaxed for us as we hoped it would be. Highly recommend for a first time visit to the park!
via Tripadvisor
Excellent day in Yellowstone
Bilal, our Yellowstone guide, was fantastic! Communication beforehand was excellent, pickup was prompt, and he even arrived with a hot breakfast of our choice. He was friendly, entertaining, incredibly knowledgeable, and flexible about what we wanted to see. He also knew all the best clean, flushing restrooms—a surprisingly important perk! We have need the day with Bilal sharing his photographs. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
via Tripadvisor
Jeff and YNP gets 5 stars from my family!
Jeff arrived at our cabin with breakfast and lunch packed and ready to go. My family of 5 ( 3 kids ages 9, 7, and 4) enjoyed all 13 hours we spent with him. His knowledge and genuine love for Yellowstone National Park made the whole tour worth it. He began telling us stories of his guiding adventures, explaining the history and science of YNP, animal behaviors and patterns, and the awesome God created earth patterns and geological features inside Yellowstone. We spotted elk, mule deer, bison, one grizzly, and a beautiful eagle sitting at the edge of Yellowstone lake. We hit a few highlights of the park and stopped all along the way. Jeff is the reason we are planning another trip. Can't say enough great things about our tour!
via Viator
Awesome first time trip to Yellowstone!
We were so fortunate that our guide, Jeff, was a local and very knowledgeable of the area. His stories along the way made the tour go so quickly. We saw so many beautiful sites. Highly recommend Jeff!
via Viator
Jeff has years of...
Jeff has years of experience in this area and knows all the stories. I am traveling with my mother ( she has dementia and is in a wheelchair), her partner and my son who is developmentally disabled. We are quite a handful. He picked us up at our campsite in a Suburban so we were all comfortable and had plenty of room. Jeff was flexible about our day/time and showed us many of the epic sights in Yellowstone. We had a lovely time!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 21
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Grand Teton National Park.
How much does Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour cost?
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Prices start at $1,690 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Grand Teton National Park usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Grand Teton National Park is not rushed.
Is Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 60 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Grand Teton National Park, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour?
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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: Private Guided Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour?
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Around 21 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 Grand Teton National Park 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 Grand Teton National Park and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Yellowstone: Private Guided 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 Grand Teton National Park 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 Grand Teton National Park?
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Grand Teton tours run sunrise wildlife safaris for moose and bears, Snake River float trips, Jenny Lake shuttles and hikes, and combined Yellowstone and Teton loops. On Outty we rank every Grand Teton National Park experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Scenic Float Trip on the Snake River in Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park - Full-Day Lower Loop Tour from Jackson, Grand Teton Half Day 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 Grand Teton National Park?
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June to September, with wildlife most active at dawn and dusk. 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 Grand Teton National Park?
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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: Private Guided Tour?
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Included: Private transportation; Admission fees; Binoculars (for each guest) and Spotting Scope; Pick-up and drop off from select locations; and Breakfast. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 66 listed pickup locations in and around Grand Teton National Park. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour 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: Private Guided Tour?
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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: Private Guided Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Grand Teton National Park. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Yellowstone: Private Guided Tour?
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Across 60 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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