Winter in Yellowstone Photo Expedition

Duration

06 Days

Min. Age

3+ Years

Group Size

Max 16

Description

  • Go on an early morning photo shoot in Lamar Valley, zooming in on wildlife amidst the sparkling snow—from elk, bison and bighorn sheep to coyotes and the elusive gray wolf.
  • Capture unique angles of famous sites like Old Faithful without the crowds and discover some of the park’s lesser-known areas, exploring in the comfort of heated snow coaches.
  • Learn about the reintroduction of Yellowstone’s wolves and meet a renowned wildlife photographer at his home studio.
  • Document a spectacular display of ice along the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and uncover the gem-colored mineral pools of the Upper Geyser Basin.

Include / Exclude

To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what’s included and what’s not included in your tour package.

Tour Map

This comprehensive map is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences.

Itinerary

We have carefully planned out each day to give you the best possible experience. From exploring historic landmarks to tasting delicious local cuisine, each day is packed with adventure and excitement. 

DAY 1: BOZEMAN, MONTANA / MAMMOTH HOT SPRINGS, WYOMING

Travel from Bozeman, Montana to Yellowstone National Park, following the Yellowstone River through magnificent valleys on the lookout for bald eagles, mule deer, antelope and bighorn sheep. At Mammoth Hot Springs, take your first photo walk amid the steaming, colorful mineral spring terraces outlined in snow. Gather this evening for a welcome reception and dinner.

Meals Included:Dinner
Accommodations:Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel

Head to the wide, open vistas of the Lamar Valley to photograph wildlife at one of their most active times. Gray wolves were first restored to Yellowstone in the Lamar Valley in 1995, and the snow-covered meadows host herds of elk and bison. Use a spotting scope and your telephoto lens to find coyotes and eagles—and perhaps an elusive wolf. After lunch, you’ll meet a renowned wildlife photographer in his home studio, where he’ll share his experiences photographing for National Geographic.

Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations:Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel

Travel by private snow coach to the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, where winter adds extra magic to an already dramatic landscape. Walk to the rim of the spectacular gorge to capture images of its thundering waterfall and the ice arch that forms from the spray. Continue to Old Faithful, stopping along the route to photograph a geothermal wonderland of erupting geysers, frozen waterfalls and gem-colored mineral pools. Keep an eye out for wildlife—including bison, which often stand among the pools for warmth.

Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations:Old Faithful Snow Lodge

Awaken at dawn to photograph Old Faithful in the first light of morning. After breakfast, hit the trails on an optional snowshoe or cross-country ski excursion, or go on a photo shoot near the lodge. This afternoon, head to the Upper Geyser Basin, discovering the geological forces behind Yellowstone. Focus on steaming, mineral pools, whose sapphire, emerald and violet hues appear even more brilliant in the snow. After dark, step outside to admire the incredible canopy of stars in one of the world’s best constellation-viewing spots and work on low-light photography to capture scenes of steam, stars, snow and night sky.

Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations:Old Faithful Snow Lodge

After breakfast, head north to the whimsical Fountain Paint Pots, where you’ll stop to photograph the vibrant colors and mesmerizing shapes of this geological phenomenon. Leave the park via the North Yellowstone gate and travel through the picturesque countryside of Gardiner and Paradise Valley, Montana. This evening, gather at the hotel to share your best photos and commemorate your winter adventure with a farewell dinner.

Meals Included:Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodations:Sage Lodge

After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Bozeman to catch your flight home.

Meals Included:Breakfast

Gallery

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