Wildlife and Wilderness in Yellowstone National Park

The world’s first national park remains an enthralling landscape showcasing the best of nature’s natural phenomena and America’s most iconic wildlife. From exploring dramatic geothermal features to white-water rafting down raging river canyons and riding horseback amongst herds of bison, Yellowstone is an adventure waiting.

When to go
Apr-Sep
From Price
£18,600 PP*
Ideal Length
7 Nights

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Experience Highlights

  • Wildlife spotting trek in the Lamar Valley
  • Barbecue in the wilderness beneath the crystal clear night sky
  • See sights like the Grand Prismatic Spring, Mammoth Hot Springs, and Old Faithful
  • White water rafting, horseback riding, and visit to a rodeo

Touchdown

Touching down at Yellowstone Airport, you will be greeted by your guide and transferred into the heart of this iconic National Park where your adventure begins. Arriving at your luxury private campsite, backdropped by wonderful mountain peaks and rushing rivers, you will settle into your surroundings before heading out to explore.

Lamar Valley

Rising early with the sun, you will head out alongside your expert guide to Lamar Valley, an excellent wildlife viewing spot. The unique ecosystem of Yellowstone National Park is haven for a plethora of migrating species. As your hike through this scenic valley, you will be on the lookout for various creatures including black and grizzly bears, wolf, coyote, elk and the American bison. Leaving behind Lamar Valley, you will continue to the remarkable Mammoth Hot Springs, unlike any other thermal area, the unique limestone features create a striking sight. You will explore both the upper and lower terraces where colours range from pristine white to pink and dark red.

Al Fresco Dinner

This evening you will delight in an al fresco dinner amongst the wilderness with a private chef who will cook for you a fantastic feast over hot coals. Surrounded by this luscious ecosystem and the sounds of nature, you will feel the complete tranquillity as you sit back and relax with a drink. As darkness falls, the sky will begin to light up and you will experience world-class star gazing, with a lack of light pollution and the wide-open valley, you will witness the most remarkable clear night sky.

The Grand Prismatic Spring

The Park’s most iconic site, the Grand Prismatic Spring is the largest hot spring in the United States and one of the most unique natural phenomena. Vast in size, this incredible hot spring is larger than a football field and vibrant in colour showcasing a striking rainbow of hues. Continuing your exploration, you will discover the Upper and Lower Geyser Basins where you will discover various geysers, pools, springs, and mud pots. Most notably, the Old Faithful Geyser, receiving its name for its regular eruptions at regular intervals of 90 minutes which have continued over 150 years.

Whitewater Rafting

Time to up the adrenaline, your adventure today will see you whitewater rafting through one of the fast-flowing rivers. Tackling raging rapids and paddle against the force, you will glide downstream, surrounded by captivating vista and grazing wildlife. Stopping in the calmer section of the river, you will disembark on the bank where a freshly prepared picnic has been set up especially for you. Relax and indulge in this scrumptious lunch before you continue your journey downstream to the end of the river.

Cowboy Culture

Situated in the middle of the Old West, cowboy culture has played a role in Yellowstone National Park over a century. Today you will head out on horseback into the Jackson Hole region where you become immerse within the true Wild West, rising past rugged mountain tops, following winding rivers and searching for wildlife. Alongside your local guide you will learn about the culture and history of this region, gaining a fascinating insight. This evening, your education into cowboy culture continues with a visit to a rodeo. With exclusive access, you will go behind the chutes to watch as the cowboys prepare for their rodeo. Learn about the extensive history of bull riding as you watch this thrilling show.

Where to Stay

Caldera House, USA

The Ranch at Rock Creek, USA

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