Best Yellowstone Tours: 9 Worth Booking

1.From Jackson Hole: Yellowstone Old Faithful, Waterfalls and Wildlife Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,557 reviews · 13 hours (approx.) · from $329Our pick

Travel from Jackson or Teton Village through Grand Teton and Yellowstone with a naturalist guide, watching for bison, bears, wolves, elk, and moose. Visit Old Faithful, Yellowstone Lake, the Lower Falls, Hayden Valley, and several geyser basins. The tour includes hotel pickup, lunch, snacks, drinks, binoculars, and a group size capped at 11.

“We had an amazing time touring Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons . We had the best guide, Allie. She was very knowledgeable , friendly and patient while helping us see as much wildlife as possible and some of the most amazing sites in the park. We met some wonderful people who quickly became friends. Allie, made our trip very special. We had a picnic lunch and one of the greatest parts of our tour was that we had someone to drive us around and picked out all the best places for some amazing views and memorable moments. So glad we took the tour. It’s well worth the money and a…”

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2.Private Yellowstone Tour: ICONIC Sites, Wildlife, Family Friendly Hikes + lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 739 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.)

Spend 7 to 9 hours touring Yellowstone with a private naturalist guide, often starting as early as 5 a.m. for better wildlife viewing. You’ll visit Hayden Valley, Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone Falls, Yellowstone Lake, and lesser-known geothermal areas. Lunch, binoculars, spotting scopes, drinks, water, and wildlife video are included.

“This was a great way to see some Yellowstone highlights. Alex was great — showed up with a carafe of coffee!!! — and gave us some recommendations for the next few days when we were on our own.”

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3.Yellowstone Lower Loop Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 687 reviews · 10 to 12 hours (approx.) · from $325

Leave Jackson or Teton Village at 7:30 a.m. for a 10 to 12-hour Lower Loop tour with guides such as Luke, David, Joe, John, and Andy. Expect Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, the Grand Canyon, wildlife stops, lunch, water, snacks, binoculars, and a small group of up to nine.

“Joe was our guide and he was fantastic! He was so knowledgeable and engaging. We felt like friends from the time he picked us up at our hotel. The sites were magnificent. The Grand Canyon of Yellowstone was the most breathtaking. Old Faithful didn’t let us down. Joe timed it perfectly. Now I know why it’s called Yellowstone. There were 5 of us plus Joe. So, it was easy to interact and talk to each other. I’ve never learned so much in a day, and that was all Joe. He was easily the best tour guide I have ever had. Jeff”

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4.2 Hour Rafting on the Yellowstone River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 549 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $95

From Gardiner, paddle a raft through Class II and III rapids on the Yellowstone River for about two hours. Guides such as Spencer, Jess, Jack, and Bode lead the way, point out wildlife and river features, and pause in calmer water for swimming. Wetsuits, water shoes, splash jackets, and changing facilities are included.

“Our family had the best time and our guide, Dylan, was so good at pointing out points of interest and engaging with all the kids!”

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5.Yellowstone National Park – Full-Day Lower Loop Tour from Jackson

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 502 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $375

Leave Jackson at 6:30 a.m. for a full day through Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. You’ll see Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone Lake, Hayden Valley, Fountain Paint Pot, and the Grand Canyon waterfalls, with breakfast, lunch, park fees, binoculars, and a local guide included. Guides such as Katie, Scott, Chance, and Nevaeh are praised for their park knowledge and care.

“Our tour of Yellowstone National Park and The Grand Teton National Park were uplifting. Our tour guide, Clare was amazing!! She made the tour super fun and informative. I highly recommend doing your tour with her. Great time shared with great people.❤️”

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6.West Yellowstone: Yellowstone Day Tour Including Entry Fee

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 377 reviews · 9 hours · from $375

Spend nine hours touring Yellowstone’s Lower Loop in a van with a guide such as James, Eddie, Clara, or Jeff. See Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone Lake, Hayden Valley, and the Grand Canyon, with binoculars, breakfast, picnic lunch, hotel pickup, and park entry for US residents included.

“Eddie was very knowledgeable and made frequent stops so we could enjoy the views and get pictures.”

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7.From Jackson: Yellowstone National Park Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 377 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $325

Start with pickup in Jackson or Teton Village, cross Grand Teton National Park, then follow Yellowstone’s Lower Loop by air-conditioned van. You’ll see Old Faithful, geyser basins, waterfalls, Hayden Valley, Lake Yellowstone, and wildlife, with lunch, snacks, drinks, and binoculars included. Guides such as David, Luke, Joe, and Buffalo add park history and local insight.

“Buffalo was a great guide and very knowledgeable! We saw way more in one day than we could’ve by ourselves during our whole trip. Worth the money!!”

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8.Montana Whitewater Half Day Raft Trip – Yellowstone River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 375 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $92Best value

Join Montana Whitewater in Gardiner for a three-hour Yellowstone River trip with rolling rapids, mountain views, and chances to spot bald eagles or river otters. Guides such as Jordan, Emily, Elijah, and Sienna keep the ride clear, safe, and fun. All gear is provided, and free wetsuits help with the cold water.

“Josie was amazing! Kept us informed and entertained. Dueling boats was my favorite part of it. Be careful what you say! I told her put the heavy people in the front. (I am not heavy) and my wife and I ended up in the bow! Great experience on the Yellowstone river with amazing views as well. Even saw a bald eagle.”

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9.From Jackson: Yellowstone Day Tour Including Entrance Fee

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 358 reviews · 12h 30m · from $355

Travel from Jackson or Teton Village through Grand Teton and Yellowstone with an English-speaking guide such as Katie, Ben, Clara, or Duncan. You’ll visit Old Faithful, Yellowstone Lake, Fountain Paint Pots, Hayden Valley, and the Lower Falls, with breakfast, picnic lunch, binoculars, and park entry included for US residents.

“Navaeh was Heaven 😊 she was very informative, very pleasant,polite and helpful. her company made the tour worthwhile. highly recommend. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️”

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