Explore the Yellowstone Caldera

Highlights

Inclusions

Itinerary

1. See a sampling of all the thermal features found in Yellowstone, including the best mud pot in the park

   30 min

2. See Grand Prismatic one of two ways. Either stroll along the boardwalk, or hike up to the overlook (about 1 mile with a hill to climb at the end), depending on your group's interests and ability.

   30 min

3. We will stop at the Old Faithful geyser basin and see Old Faithful erupt (about every 60-90 minutes). While waiting, or afterwards, we can explore the geyser basin or the visitor center.

   1.5 h

4. Short stop to see Kepler Cascades, a series of waterfalls in a narrow canyon.

   5 min

5. Stroll along the boardwalk at West Thumb for views of beautiful thermal pools and Yellowstone lake.

   30 min

6. Cross Fishing Bridge and optionally head out towards the east gate to try to see bears (if time and interest allows).

   Passes by

7. Stop at the overlook for a spectacular view of the lake, then turn around and head back to Fishing Bridge, where we will turn north again.

   5 min

8. Stop to see rapids on the Yellowstone river. Seasonally, we may be able to see Harlequin ducks.

   10 min

9. Stop at Mud Volcano to see - and hear! - Dragon's Mouth, one of the most unique springs in the park.

   10 min

10. Drive through the Hayden Valley, where we have a chance to see wildlife such as bears or wolves. We will stop anywhere you like to see views or animals.

    Passes by

11. Stop at the Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River, viewable from an easily accessible overlook.

    10 min

12. Stop to see the most spectacular waterfall in the park, a short walk from the parking lot, where the yellow stone of the canyon is on display.

    20 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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Know before you go

How it compares in Big Sky

• Its from-price is 41% above the median of the 21 experiences we list in Big Sky.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 18 of 21.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Big Sky

Big Sky is a mountain resort in the Madison Range of southern Montana, with big ski terrain, the Gallatin River and Yellowstone within a day trip.

Big Sky lies in the Madison Range of south-west Montana, in the Gallatin Canyon, beneath Lone Peak, a pyramid-shaped summit of 3,400 metres. The community was developed as a resort in the early 1970s, with a ski area around Lone Peak that has since grown to cover several mountains, and two base areas, Mountain Village and Meadow Village. The Gallatin National Forest surrounds the town.

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