From Jackson: 4-Day Grand Teton and Yellowstone Winter Tour
ID: GYG311798-548878
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
4 days
Description
Embark on a guided winter adventure into Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Spot winter wildlife from a heated vehicle, take a horse-drawn Elk-Refuge sleigh, and a snowcoach tour in Yellowstone to witness Old Faithful geyser explode.
• Day 1: Grand Teton National Park and the National Elk Refuge
Meet your friendly guide and group and head off for an afternoon wildlife tour in Grand Teton National Park and the National Elk Refuge in a heated Suburban or other 10-passenger vehicle. On the tour, you'll have your best chance of seeing moose in the park, along with wolves, coyotes, bighorn sheep, mule deer, and bison. Settle in for the night at your accommodation in Jackson, Wyoming.
• Day 2: National Elk Refuge sleigh ride and West Yellowstone, Montana
Depart in the early morning from your Jackson lodging for a sleigh ride in the National Elk Refuge, filled with over 5,000 elk. After the ride, the tour will continue through Grand Teton National Park to West Yellowstone. Cross over the Continental Divide and enjoy some free time to shop in the historic town of West Yellowstone upon arrival. Spend the night at an accommodation in West Yellowstone, Montana.
• Day 3: Snowcoach tour into Yellowstone National Park
Depart in the morning for a wintery visit to Yellowstone. Hop on the specialized winter vehicle that will take you to see the famous Old Faithful. Along the way, keep an eye out for bison and elk, and admire the beautiful scenery as you proceed toward the Madison River. Stops include Fountain Paint Pots and Old Faithful, where you can see geysers erupt and explore the area on foot. After lunch, head back to West Yellowstone, stopping for photos along the way. Spend the night in West Yellowstone, Montana.
• Day 4: West Yellowstone National Park to Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Leave West Yellowstone in the morning and set off on a trip to the geological site where the Hebgen Lake Earthquake of 1959 occurred. Sit back, relax, and marvel at the beautiful winter scenery and deep snow on your way back through Island Park and on to Jackson Hole, where the tour will end.
Highlights
- Witness wildlife sightings that often include wolves, moose, elk, bison, pronghorn, eagles, bighorn sheep, fox, and mule deer
- Enjoy a snowcoach adventure into Yellowstone National Park to view Old Faithful geyser and other hydrothermal areas
- Take an unforgettable horse-drawn sleigh ride into the National Elk Refuge
- Walk the boardwalks at hydrothermal features such as Old Faithful Geyser, Fountain Paint-Pots, and Mud-Pots
- Enjoy plenty of opportunities for easy walking and photography
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please plan to have a hotel booked in Jackson one night prior to the tour, as well as in the Jackson Hole area for the night after the tour.
• Winter boots with good tread are a must for this tour. You will receive a suggested packing list once you are booked.
• Accommodations provided on this tour are 3 star and over.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Meet your guide in Jackson, Wyoming. The exact meeting point location will be confirmed after your reservation.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
