Private Yellowstone & Beartooth Pass Wildlife Tour from Cody
What your day looks like
Experience a dramatic transition from the high-desert sagebrush of Wyoming to the alpine tundra of the "Top of the World." Departing from Cody, this full-day expedition is a masterclass in biodiversity, traversing five distinct ecotones and reaching elevations of over 10,000 feet. Led by professional naturalists, this journey explores the rugged Absaroka Mountains and the lush valleys of Northern Yellowstone, a region globally celebrated as America’s Serengeti. Whether you are scanning for apex predators with high-powered optics or navigating the legendary switchbacks of the Beartooth Highway, this safari offers a profound perspective on the scale and complexity of the Rocky Mountains. Your guide serves as an expert interpreter, identifying everything from the social structures of a wolf pack to the volcanic forces that shaped the towering peaks surrounding you.
The experience, in brief
- Drive along the scenic Beartooth Pass
- Spot wolves, bears, and diverse wildlife
- Explore multiple ecosystems from sage steppe to tundra
The journey, in full
The Wapiti Valley Transit: Depart Cody at first light, traveling through the scenic Shoshone River corridor. We utilize the early hours to scout for bighorn sheep and grizzly bears along the cliffs and riverbanks before entering the park. Northern Range Wildlife Study: Descend into the Lamar Valley, a vital stronghold for wild gray wolves, grizzly bears, and massive bison herds. Observe predator-prey interactions and learn the intricate history of the park’s most famous inhabitants. Beartooth Pass Ascent: Climb to nearly 11,000 feet on the Beartooth Highway, frequently called "the most beautiful drive in America." Experience the stark beauty of the alpine tundra, where snow lingers year-round, and volcanic formations define the horizon. Five-Ecotone Immersion: Witness the rapid shift in flora and fauna as we move from the low-elevation sage steppe to the high-altitude forests and eventually the "Top of the World." Expert Naturalist Instruction: Throughout the journey, your guide provides in-depth commentary on the region's wildlife biology, volcanology, and the conservation efforts that protect this nearly intact ecosystem.
Your day, step by step
West Yellowstone
Wildlife & Eco Tourism at Yellowstone National Park.
Bozeman
Sightseeing at Beartooth Highway.
West Yellowstone
Leisure at Yellowstone National Park.
What to know before booking
Included
Hotel pickup Professional naturalist guide Private safari Use of spotting scopes and binoculars
Not Included
Tips & Gratuities
What to Bring
Comfortable shoes Comfortable clothes Cash for personal use
Meeting & Pickup
We pick up at central meeting points and various hotels throughout the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Your exact pickup time and tour duration will be determined by your hotel location and the season. Please note your pickup time and location for reference. Please be ready and waiting at the central meeting location or hotel lobby a few minutes before your pickup. Allow an additional 5–10 minutes for your guide to arrive in case of delays. Changes to trip timing may be made to accommodate daylight or optimal wildlife viewing conditions.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business