Start Planning Your Yellowstone Adventure
Your Yellowstone Experience Begins Here
Planning a trip to Yellowstone should be exciting, not stressful. Whether you're visiting for the first time or returning to experience the park in a new way, I'm here to help make your wildlife adventure as enjoyable and memorable as possible.
From the moment I pick you up until I drop you back off, your focus can be on experiencing Yellowstone's incredible wildlife and landscapes.
What to Bring
Yellowstone's weather can change quickly, even during the summer months. Dressing in layers is the best way to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Weather in Yellowstone can change rapidly
A cool morning may become a warm afternoon, and sunshine can quickly give way to rain or even snow during parts of the year.
Wearing layers ensures you'll stay comfortable throughout the day.
Clothing
Comfortable outdoor clothing
Layered clothing for changing temperatures
Waterproof or wind-resistant jacket
Warm fleece or insulated layer (recommended, even in summer)
Comfortable pants or hiking pants
Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots
Hat or cap
Light gloves (recommended during spring and fall)
Personal Items
Please bring:
Your Park Pass
Refillable water bottle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Lip balm
Personal medications
Camera equipment (if bringing your own)
High-speed memory cards if you plan to use my cameras
Optional Items
You may also wish to bring:
Small backpack
Portable phone charger
Notebook or journal
Rain gear if the forecast calls for wet weather
What's Included
Your private experience includes:
Private transportation throughout your tour
Wildlife viewing with professional optics
(Click HEREto see available equipment)
Access to professional camera equipment
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Basic operating instructions for provided equipment
Breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages
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Wildlife and ecosystem education
Keepsake items from your adventure
Where to Stay
For the most convenient tour experience, I recommend staying anywhere between Bozeman, Montana and Gardiner, Montana.
Pickup and drop-off are included from accommodations located anywhere along this route.
Popular lodging locations include:
Bozeman
Belgrade
Livingston
Paradise Valley
Emigrant
Pray
Gardiner
If you're unsure where to stay, I'm happy to provide recommendations based on your travel plans, budget, and the time of year you'll be visiting.
Pickup & Drop-Off
Your private tour includes complimentary pickup and drop-off at your hotel, vacation rental, campground, or other accommodations between Bozeman and Gardiner.
Simply let me know where you'll be staying, and I'll meet you there to begin your Yellowstone adventure.
Before Your Tour
A few days before your adventure, I'll contact you to confirm:
Pickup location
Pickup time
Dietary preferences or restrictions
Your phone model (if you'd like to use the smartphone digiscoping system)
Any special interests, such as wolves, bears, photography, or other wildlife you'd like to focus on
Ready to Explore Yellowstone?
Whether you're hoping to hear wolves howl at sunrise, watch a bison herd cross the valley, or simply spend a day immersed in one of the world's most remarkable ecosystems, I'm looking forward to sharing Yellowstone with you.
Need Help Planning Your Yellowstone Adventure?
Planning a trip to Yellowstone can feel overwhelming. With changing seasons, unpredictable weather, different wildlife patterns, and countless places to explore, knowing when to visit and where to stay can make a big difference in your experience.
If you are unsure where to begin, I’m happy to help.
Whether you need advice on choosing the best time to visit, finding a convenient place to stay, planning your itinerary, or deciding what type of wildlife experience is right for you, I can help you create a plan that fits your goals.
Every Yellowstone trip is different, and my goal is to help you make the most of your time in this incredible ecosystem.
Not sure where to start? Reach out, and let’s start planning your Yellowstone adventure.