7 Days / Starting From $3,995
Yellowstone: Ultimate Wolf & Wildlife Safari
A Wildlife Expedition Deep into Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks in the Winter
In the pale light of sunrise, a wolf pack emerges from the forest into the open expanse of Yellowstone’s Lamar Valley. They yelp and cavort, energized by the awakening day, oblivious to our still presence. A large male halts and sniffs the frozen air. As we watch from a distance, we sense the mystical aura of this beast of legend. Elegant predators, wolves are thriving in Yellowstone’s environs, where abundant elk, bison and other prey provide sustenance. Winter’s white mantle offers a pristine backdrop against which we view these wild creatures on a rare expedition away from summer crowds.
- On this small-group guided safari, we coordinate with on-site scientists and search for wolves in Yellowstone’s remote Lamar Valley
- Travel by private snowcoach to Old Faithful and watch geysers erupt against the snow
- Journey by sleigh across the National Elk Refuge to see the vast winter herds up close
Location of Adventure
Yellowstone and Grand Tetons National Parks, Wyoming
Yellowstone and Grand Tetons National Parks, Wyoming
Group Size Limit
Approximately 14 Travelers
A very important feature of this adventure vacation is the limited group size as nature expeditions are best experienced with smaller groups of travelers.
Included
Accommodations, meals from dinner on Day 1 to breakfast on final day, bottled water, services of NHA Expedition Leaders and local guides, most gratuities, airport transfer on Day 1, use of warm parkas and boots during the trip, 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.
Physical Requirements
Easy to Moderate
Tracking wolves in Yellowstone will be in snowy, icy and/or wet conditions, and it can get very cold. However, hikes are moderate in physical exertion and a good amount of wildlife viewing takes place from our vehicles. Travelers are not required to participate in all excursions.
Important Information
This adventure combines the rare chance to view wolves in the wild with an all-encompassing adventure in one of North America’s most renowned wildlife preserves: Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks. Travelers must understand that even though to date we have had a 100% wolf sighting rate on our trips, these are very secretive animals and they may or may not come within close range. Much of our wolf viewing is done through spotting scopes to allow the wolves to go about their normal behavior. For those considering the photo tour please keep in mind that since this is a 100% wild experience the wolves are often far in the distance. However, the sheer beauty and grandeur of Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks in the winter provide remarkable nature imagery. On some dates we travel in reverse order of the itinerary listed on our trip page. Please contact our office for details.
Getting There & Getting Home
Please note that this trip begins and ends in two different cities. You will be met at the airport on Day 1 and transferred to the hotel to meet your group for a 6pm orientation dinner. You are free to depart anytime on the final day.
