This 6-day small group wildlife tour takes you to the wildest spot on the earth! Explore Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks on foot to see animals like bison, elk, bears, and wolves. In addition to visiting forests, waterfalls, and hiking trails, you'll also ride in an off-road vehicle through these bright landscapes and learn about their natural history from knowledgeable experts on this journey through some of America's most iconic locations. Spend your evenings in Jackson, Wyoming, a historic frontier town, where the cowboys used to gather for cocktails, dinner, and entertainment.
Highlights
Wildlife viewing in Grand Teton National Park with an expert naturalist guide.
Visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art with its impressive collection.
Enjoy a snow coach to Yellowstone National Park.
Spot wildlife habitats, as well as pristine lakes and incredible alpine terrain.
Moderately active but not overly strenuous. This level includes activities like casual cycling, yoga, or excursions/activities that typically last 3-5 hours total each day.
Welcome to the historic town of Jackson, Wyoming, where fur trappers and frontiersmen once gathered. Surrounded by towering mountain ranges and the meandering Snake River, Jackson is your gateway to discovering Yellowstone National Park. We’ll have a group meeting at 6 pm, followed by a welcome dinner. Afterward, the evening is all yours to explore the town’s nightlife. Feel free to wander the plaza or maybe head to the famous Million Dollar Cowboy Bar for a drink.
After breakfast, embark on a day exploring Grand Teton National Park, one of the most stunning places in Wyoming. The Grand Teton mountain range rises above a scene rich with abundant wildlife and pristine lakes. Take a walk to Inspiration Point for outstanding views or enjoy a scenic stroll around the glacially carved Jenny Lake and gaze up in awe at the surrounding landscape. Have a picnic, maybe spot a moose or even a grizzly bear, and enjoy the serenity of this remarkable place. Other wildlife you might find include elk, beavers, and black bears, so keep your eyes peeled! We’ll continue to view sites for buffalo and antelope herds along the Gros Ventre River and Antelope Flats.
This morning, drive from Jackson to Yellowstone National Park and spend the day exploring with your leader. Yellowstone, the first national park in the U.S., is home to grizzly bears, wolves, and herds of buffalo and elk. Today, take the southern loop and see Old Faithful Geyser shoot over 4000 gallons (14,000 liters) of boiling water into the air. Then, check out the bright colors of the Grand Prismatic Spring.
Included activities:
Yellowstone National Park - Southern Loop Featuring Old Faithful Geyser & Grand Prismatic Spring
An early start sees us on the road to the crown jewel of the American national parks, where you’ll spend the full-day exploring with your expert guide. Yellowstone is the country’s first national park and is a mountain wilderness, home to grizzly bears, wolves, and herds of buffalo and elk. Watch as Old Faithful sprays over 4000 gallons (14,000 liters) of boiling water into the air, then be hypnotized from the astonishing colors of the Grand Prismatic Pool. Other highlights include Yellowstone Canyon with its geysers along the north and south loop and the tranquil Yellowstone Lake.
Included Activities:
Yellowstone National Park
Duration: Walks options range from easy to moderate and 2 to 5 miles (3 to 8 km) in length.
It’s another early morning for a fascinating day with a local wolf-tracking expert. There is no better place than Yellowstone to see these magnificent animals in the wild. We meet up with an experienced naturalist guide who tracks the movements and behavior of Yellowstone wildlife almost daily and knows the best places to find the animals. There will be top-of-the-line binoculars and high-powered spotting scopes on board, so no one will miss out on seeing these creatures close up.
Included Activities:
Yellowstone - Wolf Viewing Experience
Day 6: Jackson, Wyoming | Return Home
1 Breakfast
After breakfast, make your way back to Jackson (approximately 3 hours), where you will arrive late afternoon. Your tour ends here and you are free to explore more of Jackson or depart at your leisure.
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A single supplement is available if you?d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability.
Initial deposit is $400 per person, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 70 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check, or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and a maximum of $20,000 charge
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Included
4 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners
5 Nights Accommodations
4 Days Locally Hosted Guide Service
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
Meals as listed
Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
Onboard lecture program from Expedition Team and Naturalists
Insulated inner jacket, yours to keep at the end of your Antarctic cruise.
Transfer from hotel to ship for embarkation
All shore excursions and Zodiac cruising (except paid adventure options with cost)
Use of rubber boots on land and use of waterproof outer shell jacket
Transfer from airport to hotel (Day 1) and pre-night hotel
All port taxes
Use of onboard gym, sauna, pool, and jacuzzi and onboard yoga
Excluded
Gratuities
Travel Insurance
Personal Expenses
Flight costs (please request a quote)
Additional excursions during free time
Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
Optional Activities
Life jackets, waterproof outer shell jackets, insulated inner jackets, and boots for minors under 16 years of age at the time of travel
For those traveling internationally with Intrepid: emergency evacuation and medical insurance are mandatory, and comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. See here for more details
Airport transfers, taxes, and excess baggage charges, unless specified
Visa and passport fees
Laundry and communication charges
Tobacco, alcoholic or special beverages
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Good to ideal period to travel, and many people choose to visit at this time.
Chance for unpredictable weather but with fewer visitors.
Typically not offered during this period because of weather conditions.
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