The best wildlife tour of Yellowstone National park and the Grand Teton’s in North America.  This is a small-group, guided adventure to one of America's most beautiful wildlife spots!

Trip Overview:

• Safari in search of wolves, grizzlies, elk and bison in Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley
• Experience wildlife-viewing spots missed by the casual tourist with your expert guides
• Float the Snake River through Jackson Hole, beneath the Tetons’ spires
• Priced at $3,295 per person

When President Theodore Roosevelt visited Yellowstone in 1903, he proclaimed it “absolutely unique in the world.” Embracing the idea of natural beauty as a national asset, he championed the idea of national parks, building a priceless legacy for generations to follow. In the northwest corner of Wyoming, two treasured parks offer an immersion in scenery and wildlife unparalleled in the Lower 48. This classic small-group safari right at home takes us into the domain of elk and buffalo herds, moose, coyotes, foxes, bald eagles and, of course, bears and wolves. From plains to peaks, Yellowstone Country still works strong magic.
Location of Adventure ?Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Wyoming and Montana

Included

Accommodations, meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on final day, bottled water, services of an expedition leader and local guides, most gratuities, airport transfer on Day 1, permits and entrance fees, all taxes. ??Not Included?Travel to and from start and end point of trip, alcoholic beverages, some gratuities, passport and visa fees, optional activities, airport transfer on final day, items of a personal nature (phone calls, souvenirs, etc.), airline baggage fees, airport and departure taxes, optional travel insurance.

Important Information about This Trip

We call this trip “Hidden Yellowstone & Tetons” because our Expedition Leaders, who know this area intimately, are adept at getting our groups to less-visited areas away from the crowds and because we tend to run the trips when the parks are less crowded. But, of course, Yellowstone is a very popular destination, so be prepared for at least a fair amount of company. We operate this trip similarly to how we operate our African safaris: We visit wildlife locations in the early mornings, when viewing is at its best and most tourists are still asleep.

Getting There & Getting Home ?Arrive in Jackson, Wyoming in time for a 6:00 p.m. orientation dinner and depart anytime on the final day after we spend our final evening together in Jackson.

2012 Dates: May 12th – May 18th, June 2nd – June 8th, Sept 8th – Sept 14th, Sept 22nd – Sept 28th

2011 Pricing:

$3,295 per person                   
Single Supplement: $495       
Deposit:  $500
Group is Limited to 14 travelers
Physical Rating: Moderate/flexible
Trip Begins:  6PM Dinner Day 1

Day 1: Arrive in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Day 2: Grand Teton National Park

Day 3: Wildlife Viewing / Old Faithful

Day 4: Bison, Bears & Wolves / Mammoth Hot Springs / Cooke City

Day 5: Lamar Valley: Wolves & Bear Viewing

Day 6: Hayden Valley & Yellowstone Lake / Return to Jackson

Day 7: Departure

Day 1:

Arrive in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Upon arrival in Jackson Hole, you will be met at the airport by a Natural Habitat Adventures representative and escorted to your accommodation, the Lexington at Jackson Hole, located only steps away from historic downtown Jackson.

A traditional western town that has retained much of its charm, Jackson is situated on the edge of Grand Teton National Park and is surrounded by dramatic mountain landscapes. At approximately 6:00pm, we will gather with our Expedition Leader for an informal welcome dinner and orientation.

Overnight: Lexington at Jackson Hole (D)

Day 2:

Grand Teton National Park

Today we will have great wildlife viewing opportunities! Elk, moose, pronghorn, mule deer and bison grace the plains as bald and golden eagles soar overhead. We will enjoy an afternoon scenic float down the Snake River at the base of the Grand Tetons.

Later this afternoon, we will we will head north to Jackson Lake Lodge, situated on a bluff with spectacular views across the water of Jackson Lake to the skyline of the Tetons.

Lodging: Jackson Lake Lodge (B,L,D)

Day 3:

Wildlife Viewing / Old Faithful

Moose will be our objective of this morning’s safari as we search the willowed bottomlands of Oxbow Bend. Mid-morning, we will head into the world’s first national park, Yellowstone, for our first glimpse at the thermal features that dot the landscape. We will also discuss fire ecology as we drive through areas ravaged by wildfires.

This afternoon, we will have ample time to explore and walk among the fumeroles, mudpots, hot springs and geysers.

Lodging: Old Faithful (B,L,D)

Day 4:

Bison, Bears & Wolves / Mammoth Hot Springs / Cooke City

Today we will experience exciting encounters with bison, the largest land mammal in North America, as we also search for bighorn sheep near Mount Washburn. We will stop to explore Mammoth Hot Springs, named after its steaming limestone terraces, before continuing on through the Lamar Valley.

This evening we embark on a sunset search with spotting scopes for bears and wolves on the edge of the Lamar Valley. We will overnight in Cooke City, Montana, spending the next two nights at the Alpine Inn – a rustic western lodge located along the Beartooth Highway, named by Charles Kuralt as one of the most scenic roadways in America!

Lodging: Alpine Inn (B,L,D)

Day 5:

Lamar Valley: Wolves & Bear Viewing

Early this morning we will set out in search of wolves, grizzly bears and large herds of elk and bison in the lush mountain meadows of America’s Serengeti – the Lamar Valley. This afternoon will be free to enjoy a visit to the art galley of Dan Hartman, a local wildlife photographer.

In the early evening, we will pack some snacks and head back out to the Lamar Valley for more wolf and bear sightings.

Lodging: Alpine Inn (B,L,D)

Day 6:

Hayden Valley & Yellowstone Lake / Return to Jackson

We will have one last opportunity for wolf and bear encounters in the Lamar Valley. We will also explore Hayden Valley and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone.
En route back to Jackson, we will travel along the shores of Yellowstone Lake. Upon arrival, we will gather for a farewell dinner at one of Jackson’s fine restaurants.

Lodging: Lexington at Jackson Hole (B,L,D)

Day 7:

Departure

Today is free for you to explore the town of Jackson and enjoy local activities prior to your departure. Complimentary shuttle service is available from the hotel to the airport.

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