Discover the wonders of Yellowstone
Explore the wonders of Yellowstone with expert naturalist guides on family and senior-friendly tours designed for discovery and adventure. Gain deep insights into the park’s breathtaking landscapes, wildlife, and ecosystems, while enjoying thoughtful amenities like a complimentary lunch, advanced optics, and a flexible cancellation policy. Join us for a transformative journey, guided by knowledge and driven by adventure.
OUR MOST POPULAR YELLOWSTONE TOURS
Yellowstone Wildlife Tour
With the help of an experienced, naturalist guide, head out in search of the park’s iconic wildlife, including grizzly bears, wolves, bison, moose, elk, and more.
Yellowstone Geyser Tour
Witness the explosive beauty of Yellowstone’s most famous geysers and hot springs, led by a naturalist guide.
Yellowstone In A Day
Search for wildlife in the Northern Range, see Yellowstone’s tallest waterfall, and explore the park’s hottest and most dynamic geyser basin.
Why choose Yellowstone Recreation Co.?
At Yellowstone Recreation Co., we are nature geeks through and through.
Whether it’s showing someone their first bison or arriving just in time to catch the eruption of a rare geyser, we strive to give every guest a breathtaking, memorable experience.
Every Yellowstone Recreation Co. tour includes a complimentary lunch prepared by Wonderland Café in Gardiner, access to binoculars and a spotting scope, stress-free cancellation, and a seasoned guide who can skillfully navigate the park.
Customer reviews
This is the gold standard of tours. [Our guide knew] the ins and outs of the park and all of the history. While on the trip we were able to identify the alpha female wolf of a specific pack in the park. There’s so much more… and lunch was amazing too. Great customer service, great guide.
Yellowstone Recreation Company will be the only one I use moving forward. [Our guide] was an amazing guide. I never thought I could have so much fun at 6am.
Great experience for our whole group. Very prompt, provided a great lunch (even had gluten free and vegan options). We advised the guide we had a hearing impairment and he was able to accommodate that person to make a great experience for them. We felt very comfortable asking any questions about park history and park features.
Every YRC tour comes with
Free picnic lunch
We offer a complimentary lunch on all of our tours, and we’re happy to accommodate any food sensitivities or allergies.
Advanced optics
Is that a bear across the valley or a boulder? We bring along top of the line optics to get an up-close view of wildlife from a safe distance.
Stress-free cancellation
We offer a full refund up until 24 hours before your tour. If we ever cancel a tour for any reason we offer a full refund, no questions asked.
What will you eat in Yellowstone?
On YRC tours, you get to choose between three tasty options for your free lunch created by Wonderland Café. All lunches come with chips, fruit, and a cold drink.
A delicious honey ham sandwich with white cheddar cheese
A fresh turkey sandwich with white cheddar cheese
A vegan, veggie wrap with hummus
Read our blog "Everything Yellowstone"
Learn about where to find wildlife in Yellowstone, what to pack for your trip, the massive volcano underneath Yellowstone National Park, and more in Yellowstone Recreation Co.’s official blog.
Exploring Yellowstone in the Winter
The vast majority of the park’s annual visitors come during the much milder summer months, leaving the park to the die-hard Yellowstone admirers throughout the winter. This absence of visitors makes exploring Yellowstone in the winter a unique and rewarding experience.
The Yellowstone Volcano Erupted More Recently Than You Think
The Yellowstone Volcano Erupted More Recently Than You Think The geologic history of the land underlying Yellowstone National Park is defined by the influence of volcanism. The prime factor in this regard is, of course, the Yellowstone Volcano. Anyone who’s watched the History Channel or National Geographic knows about this
How to Stay Safe in Bear Country
Here’s a short guide on how to stay safe from Yellowstone bears while visiting America’s first national park.
Your guide to Yellowstone.
As you prepare to visit America’s first National Park, we want to thank you for your interest in Yellowstone Recreation Company.
To us, this park is unlike any other place in the world.
It’s home to more than 10,000 hydrothermal features. It’s home to a fascinating ecosystem sustained by wildlife like bison, elk, grizzly bears, and wolves. And it’s home to a vast expanse of real, preserved wilderness.
Before you set off into the park, it’s important to ensure you know how to safely navigate the park’s hydrothermal features and encounters with wildlife. Yellowstone is a beautiful destination, but it is also a wild, unpredictable environment. A quick read over the National Park Service’s guide highlights some important things to keep in mind as you embark on your Yellowstone adventure.