The 15 best things to do in Big Sky (November 2026)

We rank 20 experiences in Big Sky, United States, on the same 0 to 100 Outty Ranking. The best right now is Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Day Tour at 93/100, and 2 experiences here make the 90+ Club. Updated Nov 2026.

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  1. Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Day Tour in Big Sky, United States

    Have an awesome time with our incredibly thorough and knowledgeable park guides as we take you to iconic Yellowstone sights such as Old Faithful and Grand Prismatic Spring. We know this area like the back of our hands an. 90+ Club at 93/100, 4.9/5 from 796 traveler reviews, 10h from $269, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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  2. Ziplining across the Beautiful Gallatin River in Big Sky, United States

    Our Gallatin River ZipLine is located on Highway 191 between Bozeman and Big Sky, Montana, just over an hour drive from West Yellowstone. The dramatic scenery includes towering limestone cliffs, pine forests, and a rushi. 90+ Club at 91/100, 4.9/5 from 328 traveler reviews, 2h from $85, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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  3. Guided Yellowstone Tour from Big Sky and West Yellowstone

    Take in the sights and earn a ton of education while our expert guide tours you and your group through the nations first National Park. We are professional guides - approved by the National Park Service - that can provid. Exceptional at 87/100, 4.9/5 from 118 traveler reviews, 8h from $275, free cancellation.

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  4. Private Yellowstone Tour: ICONIC Sites, Wildlife, Family Friendly Hikes + lunch in Big Sky, United States

    All of our private tours are led by a professional wildlife biologist. We will tour the park in a modern chevy suburban. Our goal is to view the most wildlife possible on your tour while also visiting the most ICONIC des. Exceptional at 84/100, 5.0/5 from 1,001 traveler reviews, 7h from $2,200, free cancellation.

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  5. Private Yellowstone National Park Tour (Upper Loop) in Big Sky, United States

    At Obsidian Expeditions, our mission is to create lifelong memories in our national parks. Your private tour includes an exclusive guide and vehicle reserved just for your group, allowing us to customize every experience. Exceptional at 83/100, 4.8/5 from 102 traveler reviews, 10h from $595, free cancellation.

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  6. Full Day Best Of Yellowstone National Park Tour From Big Sky

    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. Exceptional at 83/100, 5.0/5 from 43 traveler reviews, 8h from $350, free cancellation.

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  7. Private Yellowstone Wolf Watching & Wildlife Safari + lunch in Big Sky, United States

    Our Winter and Summer Safaris are led by a wildlife biologist with years of experience guiding in Yellowstone. During the Winter we will focus on wolf watching, viewing moose, bison, elk, coyote, etc. We will depart you. Strongly Recommended at 77/100, 5.0/5 from 111 traveler reviews, 6h from $1,999, free cancellation.

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  8. Big Sky Premium Ski Rental Including Delivery

    Don't waste another minute waiting in line at the rental shops. With Black Tie Ski Rentals, you can place your order for skis, snowboards, boots and helmets before you arrive. Black Tie delivers your gear at a time that’. Strongly Recommended at 75/100, 4.8/5 from 24 traveler reviews, 72h from $281, free cancellation.

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  9. Winter in Yellowstone Wildlife Tour in Big Sky, United States

    Yellowstone Hiking Guides is a long-time, local tour operator that offers top-rated experiences in Yellowstone National Park. Our Winter Wildlife Tours start run from February to April. Winter in Yellowstone is a magica. Strongly Recommended at 75/100, 5.0/5 from 14 traveler reviews, 8h from $292, free cancellation.

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  10. Yellowstone Upper Loop Safari Tour in Big Sky, United States

    This is a tour of the northern range of Yellowstone National Park and the 'Upper Loop' of Yellowstone. We call this the Wildlife and Nature Safari because it highlights the opportunity for abundant wildlife viewing and s. Strongly Recommended at 71/100, 4.6/5 from 27 traveler reviews, 9h from $299, free cancellation.

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  11. Private Hidden Gems of Yellowstone! Lunch w/ family friendly hikes included! in Big Sky, United States

    This tour will only take your group to areas inside Yellowstone that are off the beaten path and not easily found (we can easily add a one or a few popular sites to make a hybridized tour). This tour does not stop at O. Strongly Recommended at 70/100, 5.0/5 from 36 traveler reviews, 7h from $1,999, free cancellation.

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  12. From Bozeman Express Yellowstone Full Day Tour in Big Sky, United States

    Direct from Bozeman — Save nearly 10 hours of driving vs. Salt Lake City. Discover Yellowstone (lower loop) on a small group day trip. Explore Fountain Paint Pot, Grand Prismatic Spring, Old Faithful, and Yellowstone Lak. Solid Choice at 70/100, 4.5/5 from 18 traveler reviews, 12h from $399, free cancellation.

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  13. Best in the West Yellowstone Private Tour in Big Sky, United States

    This tour is completely personalized, customized private tour for your group. Many people choose this tour because they don't want to drive, have a large group and/or they realize they will only be in Yellowstone once an. Solid Choice at 64/100, 4.8/5 from 16 traveler reviews, 12h from $1,999, free cancellation.

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  14. Full Day Yellowstone Nat'l Park Tour from Big Sky - Private Tour

    Experience Yellowstone National Park by vehicle for an entire day of sightseeing with our private and personalized full day safari tour. Our guides, who are seasoned wildlife biologists and environmental educators, will. Solid Choice at 63/100, 4.8/5 from 12 traveler reviews, 8h from $751, free cancellation.

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  15. Full Day Guided Photo Tour in Yellowstone in Big Sky, United States

    Your guide is a professional photographer, with Wilderness First Aid and Master Naturalist certifications. In addition to providing any assistance you need with photographing all that you will see, your guide can also te. Worth a Look at 60/100, 5.0/5 from 4 traveler reviews, 10h from $1,450, free cancellation.

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When to go

Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Big Sky, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities.

Frequently asked questions

What is the number one thing to do in Big Sky?

Full-Day Guided Yellowstone Day Tour is the top ranked experience in Big Sky right now, with an Outty Ranking of 93 out of 100 from 796 traveler reviews, from $269 per person. It leads a field of 20 experiences we rank in the city.

What are the must-see attractions in Big Sky?

Big Sky, MT packs its best experiences into walkable neighborhoods, local food, and day trips nearby. Outty ranks every bookable tour and activity in Big Sky by rating quality, review depth, booking demand and value, so you can see the standouts before you book.

How much do things to do in Big Sky cost?

The 15 best experiences average $883 per person. The cheapest of them is Ziplining across the Beautiful Gallatin River from $85, and 15 of the 15 offer free cancellation.

What are the best things to do in Big Sky with kids?

Private Yellowstone Tour: ICONIC Sites, Wildlife, Family Friendly Hikes + lunch, Private Yellowstone National Park Tour (Upper Loop), Private Yellowstone Wolf Watching & Wildlife Safari + lunch are the highest ranked family-friendly picks. Check the minimum age on each before booking.

When is the best time to visit Big Sky?

Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Big Sky, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities.

How is this list ranked?

Every experience is scored 0 to 100 by the Outty Ranking, which blends traveler sentiment, review depth, booking momentum, value against comparable options in Big Sky, quality signals and cancellation flexibility. The list updates automatically as new reviews and bookings arrive.