Yellowstone Geyser Tour

Witness the explosive beauty of Yellowstone’s most famous geysers and hot springs, led by a naturalist guide. Book your public or private tour for the 2025 season today!

People watch and photograph a Steamboat Geyser eruption in Norris Geyser Basin (NPS photo by Jacob W. Frank).

People walk on boardwalks around Norris Geyser Basin (NPS photo).

Visitors on the walkway to Porcelain basin (NPS Photo).

Your Yellowstone Geyser Tour Itinerary

Want to experience the awe-inspiring hydrothermal features crafted by the supervolcano underneath the park? Our Yellowstone Geyser Tour offers the perfect opportunity to explore the park’s most iconic geothermal features in the company of an experienced and knowledgeable guide. Designed with families and seniors in mind, this 8-hour tour lets you discover the wonders of Yellowstone without the stress of planning or navigating the park.

Tour highlights

Norris Geyser Basin boardwalks and people (NPS photo).

Experience Yellowstone's most extreme geyser basin

1st stop: Norris Geyser Basin

Your day begins at Norris Geyser Basin, the oldest active geyser basin in the park and home to the hottest and most acidic geothermal features in Yellowstone. It’s a land of extremes, where the forces of nature are on full display.

Fountain Paint Pot (NPS Photo).

Discover a geothermal wonderland

2nd stop: Fountain Paint Pots

Next, your tour takes you to the Fountain Paint Pots, a truly diverse thermal area. Here, you’ll find hot springs, geyser activity, mud pots, and steam vents in one compact and captivating location. This is the perfect spot to snap a group photo amidst the beauty of Yellowstone’s geothermal wonders.

Early summer crowd at Old Faithful, a location visited on this Yellowstone Geyser Tour.
Early summer crowd at Old Faithful (NPS Photo).

See the world's most famous geyser

3rd stop: Old Faithful

No Yellowstone trip is complete without seeing Old Faithful, the park’s most famous and reliable geyser. This spectacular geyser erupts like clockwork, providing a dramatic experience. You’ll also have the chance to grab a coffee or check out the gift shop at the historic Old Faithful Inn which is one of the largest log-style structures in the world and was built in 1903-1904.

Visitors watch and photograph a Beehive Geyser eruption (NPS Photo).

Explore the most densely concentrated geyser region in the world

Final stop: Upper Geyser Basin

End your day at the Upper Geyser Basin, an area that is often overshadowed by its most popular attraction: Old Faithful. However, this awe-inspiring location is home to over 150 geysers and is the most densely concentrated geyser region in the world! 

[Our guide] was not only knowledgeable but also fun and very accommodating. He provided us with a delicious lunch and found a great outdoor location for us to enjoy it. The entire experience was top-notch.

Guide Elijah Starkey is continuously rated as a five-star guide by Yellowstone Recreation Co. tour guests.

Why choose our Yellowstone Geyser Tour?

Afternoon Old Faithful Eruption from the Observation Deck at the Old Faithful Inn (NPS Photo).
Family and senior friendly

Whether you’re traveling alone, as a senior, or with young children, our Yellowstone Geyser Tour is designed to be enjoyable and inspiring for visitors of all ages. This tour involves frequent stops to explore boardwalks around hydrothermal areas and is not recommended for individuals who have difficulty walking.

Elijah Starkey is consistently rated as a five-star guide in Yellowstone Recreation Co. reviews.
Guides driven by knowledge and adventure

On this Yellowstone Geyser Tour, you’ll spend the day with a seasoned guide who knows the ins and outs of the park, comes equipped with bear spray, and has spent years working in Yellowstone. With a focus on adventure, education, and discovery, your guide will help you understand the brilliant history, environment, and hydrothermal features of Yellowstone National Park.

A turkey sandwich lunch from Wonderland Cafe.
Complimentary lunch

We prioritize thoughtful perks, so there’s no need to pack a lunch for this adventure. Our Yellowstone Geyser Tour includes a sandwich of your choice from Wonderland Cafe in Gardiner with chips, fruit, and a drink included. And, if you have any dietary restrictions, let us know and we will happily accommodate your needs.

Busy boardwalk at Norris Geyser Basin (NPS Photo).
Stress-free cancellation

At Yellowstone Recreation Co., we understand that plans change and unexpected illnesses or delays happens, which is why we offer stress-free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour.

We booked a trip for eight. My entire family had a ball! HIGHLY recommend! Very knowledgeable and knows where to go!

Book your public or private Yellowstone Geyser Tour

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Public tour

This 8-hour tour will leave you with an unforgettable experience of Yellowstone’s geysers and hot springs.

PUBLIC PRICING

$ 250 per adult (18-59), $200 for Senior, Youth, and Veteran (60, active or retired)
  • Public 8-hour tour with an expert guide and a 10-passenger tour van
  • Leaves from the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce at 7 a.m. and returns at 3 p.m.
  • Family and senior-friendly experience
  • Enjoy complimentary lunch and advanced optics for viewing wildlife
  • Stress-free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour
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Private tour

Customize your tour to your interests with an experienced naturalist guide.

PRIVATE PRICING

$ 950 for two adults, plus $75 for each additional guest
  • Customizable, private 8-hour tour with an expert guide
  • Leaves from the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce at 7 a.m. and returns at 3 p.m.
  • Family and senior-friendly experience
  • Enjoy complimentary lunch and advanced optics for viewing wildlife
  • Stress-free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour
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What to bring on this tour

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At Yellowstone Recreation Co., we are guided by knowledge and driven by adventure. Your experience in Yellowstone should connect you with nature, foster a deeper understanding of the park’s unique environment, and ensure your day is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. From the luxury of comfortable, air-conditioned transportation to thoughtful perks like complimentary lunch and a stress-free cancellation policy, every aspect of your tour is designed to provide an enriching, unforgettable experience.

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