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8 hours
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This tour focuses on Yellowstone's famous wildlife. The tour provides great sightseeing and photography opportunities. Search Madison, Hayden, and Lamar Valleys for iconic animals like bison, elk, moose, bears, wolves, and more!
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hayden Valley
Hayden Valley is a great place to see wildlife in Yellowstone, including bison, elk, bears, eagles, otters, and more.
Lamar Valley
Lamar Valley, often called the Serengeti of North America, is the best place to see wildlife in Yellowstone. The valley is famous for its wolves, bison, elk, moose, and more.
We're happy to accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free diets.
Snacks
Guided Yellowstone Wildlife Tour
Yellowstone National Park Commercial Tour Admission
Gratuities
NPS International Visitor Admission Fee - $100
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
102 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wanderer54321555,Jun 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Yellowstone Recreation Company’s Elijah was absolutely terrific: a highly engaging, educational and fun tour. We saw male & female big horned sheep, mountain goats, bison, elk, a coyote, multiple black bears, a grizzly and both a peregrine falcon nest with chicks & parents plus a mama osprey feeding her newborn chick. Elijah had quality scopes and binoculars for all and was full of really interesting information about Yellowstone, each animal and the geology of the region. He did a terrific job of appealing to elementary-age kids as well as seasoned wildlife-viewing adults. Delicious lunch too. Perfect. Best tour we have been on.




Linda T,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
Elijah was a wonderful guide - very knowledgeable and patient. He even went back to find my lost hat that I left on his van.
Larry C,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
So much fun! We saw many animals. The guide Elijah from American Recreation Company was great! Even sent us pictures he had taken that day!
Susan M,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
Elijah, our guide, was very friendly and knowledgeable. His knowledge of Yellowstone allowed him to take to areas of the park where we able to see black bears, grizzly bears, wolves, foxes, bison, pronghorns, osprey and elk. The provided binoculars and scopes greatly enhanced our experience. The provided lunch, snacks and drinks were tasty. I would not hesitate to book another tour with them.
Anonymous,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
Our wildlife tour with Elijah exceeded every expectation and was easily one of the best experiences of our Yellowstone vacation. Elijah was incredibly knowledgeable about the park, its wildlife, history, and ecosystem. His passion for Yellowstone was obvious, and he was wonderful at spotting animals that we never would have found on our own. During our tour, we were fortunate enough to see an amazing variety of wildlife, including fox kits, a black yearling wolf, bears, bison, a moose, and many other animals. The fox kits were especially unforgettable and something we’ll be talking about for years to come. Elijah was patient, informative, and always willing to answer questions. He made sure everyone had opportunities to view and photograph the animals while also respecting wildlife and park regulations. If you’re visiting Yellowstone and want the best chance to see wildlife while learning from an expert, book a tour with Elijah. It was worth every penny and was truly one of the most memorable experiences we’ve ever had. 🦊🐺🐻🫎🦬❤️🏔️
Passenger28558758895,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Our wildlife tour with Elijah exceeded every expectation and was easily one of the best experiences of our Yellowstone vacation. Elijah was incredibly knowledgeable about the park, its wildlife, history, and ecosystem. His passion for Yellowstone was obvious, and he was wonderful at spotting animals that we never would have found on our own. During our tour, we were fortunate enough to see an amazing variety of wildlife, including fox kits, a black yearling wolf, bears, bison, a moose, and many other animals. The fox kits were especially unforgettable and something we’ll be talking about for years to come. Elijah was patient, informative, and always willing to answer questions. He made sure everyone had opportunities to view and photograph the animals while also respecting wildlife and park regulations. If you’re visiting Yellowstone and want the best chance to see wildlife while learning from an expert, book a tour with Elijah. It was worth every penny and was truly one of the most memorable experiences we’ve ever had. 🦊🐺🐻🫎🦬❤️🏔️
Patrick D,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
Elijah was a very knowledgeable guide and we were able to see a grizzly bear, wolf, black bears, elk, coyotes, an osprey, a peregrine falcon on its nest, a marmot and tons of buffalo! Elijah talked about the animals, the park and the history of Yellowstone. An outstanding experience!
Hpatrickdee,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Had a fantastic time with an excellent guide, Elijah! We got to see a wolf, a grizzly bear, black bears, elk, Dahl sheep, a marmot and coyotes. And probably a thousand or more bison! Also observed an osprey on its nest and in flight, as well as a peregrine falcon nest. Elijah gave us great commentary about the park and the wildlife. Thoroughly enjoyed this wonderful experience!
George G,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
Elijah, our guide, was excellent. He has an uncanny ability to spot animals as far as two miles away. He has super stron scopes that allows all participants to see the animals at great distance. He is very knowledgeable about the park and the animals.
patricia q,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
Elijah has a depth of knowledge and enthusiasm for the natural history of Yellowstone. We learned so much about the diverse array of animals, their place in the ecosystem and where it is best to observe them. He gave us insight into the landscape and volcanic geology that generates the dramatic geysers, pools and mountains.. Elijah thanks for a memorable visit.
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