Yellowstone Christmas Tours and Winter Holidays
Escape to the magic of Yellowstone National Park this holiday season for an unforgettable Christmas wildlife tour! The park transforms into a pristine, snow-covered landscape, offering some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities of the year. Join our expert naturalist guides on a private Yellowstone tour for an intimate, educational, and breathtaking experience.
Winter Wildlife of Yellowstone's Northern Range
Our winter-time tours concentrate on the park’s Northern Range—the area between the North Entrance in Gardiner, MT, and the Northeast Entrance by Cooke City, MT. The Northern Range ecosystem is the best place to see the diverse wildlife of Yellowstone in December and January. The northern portions of the park are typically lower elevation, allowing the wildlife to congregate during this harsher season. The park's northern range is comprised of large sagebrush meadows, towering peaks of the Absaroka Mountains, and, of course, the world-famous Lamar Valley.
The main goal of the winter wildlife tours is to see wolves. Winter is the prime season for viewing Yellowstone's iconic wolves. The contrast of their black and grey coats along the white, snowy slopes makes them easier to spot. Many of our guests have been entertained watching the wolves howl, hunt, and interact amongst the packs.
The Christmas season in Yellowstone is also a fantastic time to see the massive herds of bison and elk surviving the harsh winter. Elk and bison often gather in the lower elevations of the park during the colder months. See and photograph snowy-faced bison or watch the icy breath cloud of a bull elk in the crisp winter air.
Other Species seen during the winter holiday season include coyotes, foxes, bighorn sheep, and moose. The park's winter diversity is truly special.
Christmas Tour Packages
We offer single-day and multi-day adventures perfect for individuals, couples, and families. Availability for Christmas week is limited, so we encourage early booking! Although a wide variety of wildlife can be seen on a single day trip, a multi-adventure gives you a better chance to see wolves in Yellowstone. A multi-day winter tour can allow for a more leisurely pace and other activities like Country Skiing or Snowshoeing.
Why Book A Winter Tour of Yellowstone?
A tour is the best way to maximize your vacation and see the most animals. The tours are educational, family-friendly exploration of the Northern Range with a naturalist guide. Our guides not only have in-depth knowledge of Yellowstone, but they also frequently communicate with other tour companies and passionate wolf watchers to improve the viewing chances.
All of the winter tours are private!
Top Reasons To See Explore Yellowstone over the Winter Holiday Season
- Spectacular Winter Scenery - Yellowstone is a winter wonderland like no other, and the perfect place for snowscapes or winter photography.
- Unparalleled Wildlife Viewing - The animals of Yellowstone remain active and fight for survival in the park. Winter is also the best time to see wolves.
- Intimate Holiday Experience and Activities - You can enjoy festive activities like candlelight services, caroling, special holiday dinners, ice skating, or exploring the trails on snowshoes or cross-country skis.
What's Included on Tour
Our tours are designed for your comfort and the best possible viewing experience:
Expert Naturalist Guide: Highly knowledgeable local guides who specialize in Yellowstone's winter ecology and wolf watching.
High-Powered Optics: Professional-grade spotting scopes and binoculars for clear, ethical wildlife viewing from a safe distance.
Transportation: Comfortable, heated transportation in a private vehicle (often an SUV or van) on the Northern Range road. Pick-up locations include Livingston, MT, Gardiner, MT, Paradise Valley, and Mammoth Hot Springs, WY.
Meals/Refreshments: Complimentary hot beverages, snacks, and a "to-go" meal.
Customization: Private tours can be tailored to your group's interests, whether that's wildlife photography or family-friendly sightseeing.
ChristmAs in Yellowstone Tour Pricing:
- $850 for 1 to 2 people
- $900 for 3 to 4 people
- $75 per additional person.
Ready to witness the magic of Yellowstone over the Christmas vacation? Contact us today to book.
Book A Christmas Tour in Yellowstone