Hidden Yellowstone & Grand Teton Safari

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An Intimate, Expertly Guided Encounter with Iconic Western Wildlife & Landscapes
When President Theodore Roosevelt encountered Yellowstone's wondrous geology and abundant animals during a visit to America's first national park in 1903, he proclaimed it “absolutely unique in the world.” Embracing natural beauty as a shared asset, he championed the idea of national parks, building a priceless legacy for generations to follow. In the northwest corner of Wyoming, two of America's most treasured parks offer scenic grandeur and prolific wildlife unparalleled in the Lower 48, with outstanding opportunities for nature photography. This classic small-group safari through Yellowstone and the Tetons takes us into the domain of elk and bison, moose, bighorn sheep, coyotes, foxes, bald eagles and, of course, black bears, grizzlies and wolves. From plains to peaks, Yellowstone Country still works strong magic.
American bison, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming.
American bison, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming.
Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Nat Hab guests, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Dana Cama
Nat Hab guests, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Grizzly bear, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Grizzly bear, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Moose and calf, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Henry Holdsworth
Moose and calf, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
American bison, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Henry Holdsworth
American bison, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Black-coated gray wolf, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Black-coated gray wolf, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Bull moose, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming.
Bull moose, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming.
Great horned owl, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Great horned owl, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Nat Hab guests, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Jeremy Covert
Nat Hab guests, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Guest and hot spring, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Guest and hot spring, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Guest walking through geyser spray on boardwalk, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Guest walking through geyser spray on boardwalk, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Bald eagle, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.
Bald eagle, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming.

Trip Highlights

Local Knowledge Facilitates Exclusive Access

Discover wildlife spots most visitors miss, plus other surprises revealed by our naturalist Expedition Leaders who know Yellowstone Country intimately

Scenic Float on the Snake River

Take a mellow raft trip through Jackson Hole beneath the spires of the Grand Tetons as we scout for elk, moose, otters, and eagles flying overhead

Custom North American Safari Trucks for Wildlife Viewing

Our new, fully customized Mercedes Sprinters have luxury bucket seats, USB chargers and pop-top roofs that lift completely off for 360-degree views

Photo Departures Available

On a photo safari, we slow down to take advantage of photo opportunities as they arise, so you don't miss a thing. Our days begin very early and conclude after sunset, to maximize the best light. These trips are guided by naturalist Expedition Leaders who are also accomplished wildlife photographers and instructors. Photo tours include a private gallery visit plus a day in the field with renowned local wildlife photographer Dan Hartman who is especially known for his wolf images. Early summer departures feature wildflower photo opportunities, while brilliant gold aspen add a fiery accent in the fall.
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Why Choose Our Guided Small-Group Adventure?

Among America’s best-known and best-loved national parks, Yellowstone and Grand Teton host several million visitors each year—which is precisely the reason you should see them with us. Our decades of experience and deep local knowledge make a big difference in providing a richer, easier and less commercialized experience of these legendary vacation destinations. 

  1. Don't Go It Alone—Let Us Take the Hassle Out!
    When you travel on your own, you spend a lot of time researching, planning, asking questions, competing for reservations, or driving around trying to figure out where to go and what to do. As a result, you lose precious time and miss the secret spots known only to locals. We’ve taken out the legwork and guesswork: because we’ve already researched and tested everything, and we coordinate reservations far in advance, you'll experience much more than most people can accomplish on their own.
  2. Small Groups Make a BIG Difference
    In contrast to motorcoach tours, our small groups are limited to just seven guests per private safari vehicle, and only six on photo tours! With a maximum of 13 guests (in two vehicles) per departure—just 12 on photo tours—plus two NHA Expedition Leaders and a support staff member, we offer a matchless guide-to-guest ratio and a far more intimate nature adventure. We can move more quickly to areas where wildlife has recently been spotted and access roads and places buses can't reach.
  3. "Hidden" Wildlife Enclaves, Private Experiences & Fewer Crowds
    Our itinerary features out-of-the-way corners of Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks that most visitors miss. With in-depth knowledge of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, we take you to lesser-known areas where wildlife viewing is better and crowds are fewer. Over the years we’ve developed relationships with a range of interesting locals, and you'll get personalized experiences you wouldn’t have access to on your own, such as a home visit with a famous local wildlife photographer.
  4. Expert Naturalist Guides Add Immeasurably to Your Experience
    Our Expedition Leaders are professional naturalists and biologists who know this region like few others. Many guide and teach here year-round, all have in-depth knowledge of the places we visit, resident wildlife behavior, and where and when to be in particular places to see animals. Our guides are the most senior in the region, called on to train other local guides. We can't emphasize enough how much difference this expertise makes to your overall experience. They are also in constant communication with local wolf researchers, providing our groups the most up-to-date knowledge of wolf locations and activity. See Expedition Leader bios with traveler comments regarding the quality of our leaders.
  5. Special Photo Departures with Expert Photography Coaching
    On our photo safaris, we often begin the day earlier and end later, to capitalize on the best light—slowing down a bit to take advantage of photo opportunities as they arise. And we make the most of autumn's brilliant colors with special fall foliage photo departures, too. Our guides on these trips are not only professional naturalists but gifted photography instructors, too. 
  6. Personalized Encounters with a Local Naturalist Photographer
    Exclusively for Nat Hab guests, we have arranged a private home and gallery visit with Dan Hartman, one of Yellowstone's most famous wildlife photographers, whose work has been featured in National Geographic and other notable outlets. His wolf images are particularly renowned, and he is an important Yellowstone naturalist in his own right. Photo safaris also spend a day in the field with Dan, gaining insight and tips from this local pro.
  7. Exclusive Nat Hab Safari Trucks—Pop-Top Roofs Enhance Viewing
    A far cry from the typical buses or vans other companies use, Nat Hab has crafted new Mercedes Sprinters into specialty North American Safari Trucks. Featuring luxury bucket seats, USB chargers, expansive side windows and a pop-top roof offering 360° views on the landscape, these impressive vehicles provide a superlative wildlife viewing experience, not to mention exceptional comfort. Every guest has a window seat and plenty of room for camera equipment and other gear. These exclusive vehicles make a big difference!
  8. A Diversity of Seasons So You Can Choose Your Preference
    No matter when you visit Yellowstone Country, you are in for an uplifting nature display. In spring, crowds are fewer, the landscape is bright green with the peaks still blanketed by snow, and babies abound: bear cubs, bison calves, moose calves, fawns and wolf pups.  Bears are especially active searching for food after hibernation, and cooler temperatures tend to mean more wildlife activity. In high summer, wildflowers are in full bloom and animals are still very active. Long days allow us to rise early and linger late, maximizing time for the best wildlife viewing when visitors have left the park or aren't yet out and about for the day. Fall is splendid here, with autumn’s palette of golden aspen and willow contrasting against brilliant blue skies and providing a superb backdrop for wildlife photos. Crowds are fewer again, too, as we listen for bugling elk and look for rotund bears, fattening up before winter. 
  9. Our Quality-Value Guarantee Ensures Your Yellowstone Adventure
    With Natural Habitat Adventures, you receive our exclusive guarantee, stating clearly that we will meet the lofty expectations we set forth in our promotional materials. We think this is the most ambitious guarantee made by any adventure travel company. Read our important promise.
  10. Feel Good About Your Carbon-Neutral Journey
    We care deeply about our planet, as we know you do. When you travel with us, the carbon emissions from your trip are 100% offset—including your round-trip flights from home. Natural Habitat Adventures has been the world’s first carbon-neutral travel company since 2007.
  11. Natural Habitat Adventures is WWF's Travel Partner
    Because of our commitment to environmentally friendly travel, as well as the exceptional quality of our adventures, World Wildlife Fund—the world's leading environmental conservation organization—has named Natural Habitat Adventures as its worldwide travel partner, a designation that makes us exceedingly proud!

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