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SNOWMOBILE tours of Yellowstone National Park and the surrounding area are a great way to experience the winter landscape. Abundant wildlife and a unique view of the landscape await visitors. Snowmobile ...

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GUIDED YELLOWSTONE SNOWMOBILE TOURS

Tours Departing from the East Entrance of Yellowstone located near Cody, Wyoming Season from December 15th through March 15th

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• Hour Glass 9 Hours

All Day Guided Snowmobile Tour/Canyon and Yellowstone Falls

Catch the amazing sights and wonders from the unique perspective of a snowmobile traveling through the East Gate, the most dramatic way into the park.

• Hour Glass 3 Days/2 Nights

YELLOWSTONE THREE DAY SNOWMOBILE TOUR (STAGECOACH INN BOTH NIGHTS)

A three day tour of Yellowstone traveling into the East Entrance and spending two nights in West Yellowstone, Montana, at the Stagecoach Inn.

YELLOWSTONE THREE DAY SNOWMOBILE TOUR (OLD FAITHFUL SNOW LODGE & STAGECOACH INN)

A three day guided snowmobile tour entering Yellowstone National Park at the East Entrance with overnights at Old Faithful Snow Lodge and West Yellowstone Stagecoach Inn.

• Hour Glass 8 Hours

All Day Guided Snowmobile Tour- OLD Faithful

A Full Day Snowmobile Adventure!

• Hour Glass 2 Days, 1 Night

Two Day Guided Snowmobile Tour – Old Faithful Snow Lodge Overnight

A Two Day Snowmobile Adventure! Two Days, One Night at Old Faithful Snow Lodge.

Two Day Guided Snowmobile Tour – West Yellowstone Stagecoach Inn

A Two Day Snowmobile Adventure! Two Days, One Night

YELLOWSTONE SNOWMOBILE RENTAL

Explore the terrain on your own, catching the amazing sights and wonders from the unique perspective of a snowmobile.

• Hour Glass 1-3 Days

THE MOST DRAMATIC WAY INTO THE PARK

Our goal is to show you the amazing sights and wonders from the unique perspective of a snowmobile traveling through the East Gate.

TOP-RATED YELLOWSTONE TOURS FROM CODY, WY ★★★★★

We needed a couple of BAT snowmobiles for a three day unguided tour of Yellowstone park. Gary Fales Outfitting provided the equipment and clothing required for the trip. The staff was excellent to work with, very accommodating, and the equipment was top notch. The trip was awesome, would recommend Gary Fales Outfitting to anyone considering the same type of trip.

If you’re looking for a fun, safe, and exciting winter trip through Yellowstone, go with Gary Fales. Trips from Cody offer the most dramatic and stunning scenery and the most bang for your buck on day trips or custom shorter routes. Well worth it!

I’ve made a number of trips into Yellowstone with Gary Fales Outfitting, and each time was a special event that I feel lucky to have experienced. The guides are knowledgeable and friendly, and the trip through the East Gate is the best way to experience the wildest way into Yellowstone.

I live in Bozeman, Mont., and spend a lot of time around Yellowstone Park enjoying the great outdoors. There are lots of amazing experiences to be had around here, but not much can compare to a snowmobile trip through the park with Gary Fales Outfitting.

Yellowstone Geysers Tour

Old faithful winter tour.

Destination

Enjoy a catered experience of Yellowstone National Park’s interior, where incredible volcanic features such as geysers and hot springs create a mystical world amidst the backdrop of winter’s beauty.

• Old Faithful
• Snowcoach Excursion to Yellowstone’s Interior
• Winter Landscapes & Geothermal Wonders

Yellowstone is unique year-round, but perhaps most notably in the wintertime. This high-elevation volcanic plateau experiences deep cold and heavy snowfall, but simultaneously exhibits some of the most visible volcanic features on the planet. Hot water rises from geysers, springs, vents and gurgling pots creating tornadoes of steam and a sense of surrealism. Eighty percent of Yellowstone is closed to the public in winter, and this tour allows us to visit these remote regions on specialized vehicles that roll over the snow.

*Tour availability is based on snowcoach availability with our partner. We will verify availability before confirming the tour.

Our full-day tour (accessing the interior of Yellowstone National Park from the north entrance or the west entrance) is led by our naturalist guides according to guest abilities and interests. Our guide will escort you in a Yellowstone Safari Co vehicle from your lodging to either Gardiner or West Yellowstone where we will join our group headed towards Old Faithful, by snowcoach. Our guide will provide educated and passionate interpretation of everything you encounter throughout the day including walks around several geyser basins, wildlife sightings, historic buildings and geologic features.  As our guest, you will be provided healthy and hearty snacks, a full picnic lunch, as well as the ultimate decadence of a steaming hot cocoa or coffee when you need it the most. Whether this is your first or tenth time to Yellowstone National Park, visiting in the winter will undoubtedly be an enjoyable and memorable experience.

On your journey to the park entrance and throughout the day, you may see some of North America’s largest mammals exhibiting some fascinating behaviors as they attempt to survive the harsh winter. Herbivores such as bison, elk, deer, moose and sheep, range openly throughout valleys, gorges and cliff-sides. Many raptors such as bald and golden eagles, falcons and hawks perch on trees or circle the skies searching for their next meal. Predators like wolves, coyotes and foxes are especially active in winter when their prey are at their weakest. Our guides will provide binoculars for you to use throughout your day in order to appreciate the beauty of these wild creatures safely from a distance.  

What's Included

• Hotel pickup
• Professional naturalist guide
• Private wildlife safari
• Public snowcoach tour
• Catered picnic lunch
• Assorted snack basket
• Non-alcoholic beverages (hot and cold)
• Use of UHD binoculars and spotting scopes
• Guide gratuities
• National Park entrance fees

Snowcoach Tour

Pickup information.

For private tours , all our guests are picked up (and dropped off) at their lodging location.  We pick up in Bozeman and Big Sky .  When you reserve, we’ll confirm your exact pickup time, based on the season, as well as your exact pickup location.

Please allow your guide an additional 5-10 minutes before and after the scheduled pickup time in case of weather delays or traffic conditions.

Approximate pickup times include:

West Entrance Tours

• 6:00AM Bozeman
• 6:30AM Big Sky

Yellowstone Safari Company is incredible. They are extremely knowledgeable about the wildlife, the ecosystem and everything in-between. I had been to Yellowstone a dozen times with friends and family before going on a safari with them, and their trips are next level. You see things that you've never noticed before and are way more likely to see wildlife since they are in the park everyday and know the animals patterns. I can't recommend them enough!

Safari Tour Gallery

All photography has been shot by our talented tour guides .

Will we be in a group with other people?

You’ll have a private tour from your pickup location to the snowcoach departure site at either the north or west entrance.  Then, your group and your Yellowstone Safari Company guide will join others on the snowcoach, which seat groups of up to 20 people. Your guide will offer you a personalized experience with information throughout the day, as well as transport to and from the snowcoach departure site.  

How cold will it be in Yellowstone National Park in winter?

Yellowstone in winter can be very cold. We recommend wearing synthetic layers, including a very warm insulating layer and a waterproof/repellent wind layer, as well as warm wool hats and gloves. We will provide hand and foot warmers for you as well as hot drinks and food to keep you warm throughout the day.

Will we see Old Faithful erupt on this tour?

Yes, every trip includes an eruption of Old Faithful, which happens every 90 minutes or so. We will plan lunch around watching it erupt!

Will we see other geysers and hot springs on this tour?

Yes, you will have the opportunity to walk around several geyser basins to see these features up close.  We are able to observe many of these geothermal features in one area, and we will take time to explore and educate as we walk around, but we will not touch or enter any springs – it’s illegal to do so in the park!

Guides and Staff

Local, experienced naturalist guides.

Ash Tallmadge

Lead guide and general manager.

Grant Johnson

Naturalist guide.

Gary Vodehnal

Garry Edson

Rae Rediske

Further reading, why you should book a winter wildlife safari, feb 22, 2021.

One of the most common responses that I hear when I tell my summer-time clients about our winter wildlife safaris is: I didn’t even know that Yellowstone was open in the winter!  Not only is Yellowstone open, but winter is arguably one of the most spectacular times to visit!

Yellowstone in Winter

Feb 27, 2023.

As November approaches, a dramatic transformation occurs- the days shorten, the temperatures drop, the chance of snow escalates, and eventually, over 200 miles of roadway in the park will close to regular vehicle traffic.  Fortunately, this does not mean the entire park is inaccessible.

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Snowshoe Safari

2 Day Winter Wolves and Wildlife Safari

3 Day Winter Wolves and Wildlife Safari

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Winter Tours

Explore our winter tour options., book now for an unforgettable yellowstone escapade this coming winter before availability melts away.

View tour details below, then choose ‘Plan My Trip Now’ to start your easy online reservation request. An agent will reach back out to you directly to complete the booking. If you’d like to reserve a tour a la carte, simply contact us directly.

But as beautiful as the spring and summer are in Yellowstone National Park, we’re still convinced you haven’t fully lived until you’ve seen Yellowstone in the fall or winter time. Hop inside one of our authentic 1950s-era snow coaches and scoot around the winter wonderland in comfort and style, or get out your skis and snowshoes for a snow-filled day of fun.

And whatever you do, make sure you save a little time to relax by the fireside with your favorite travel buddy. Watching the snow falling outside while staying cozy is the perfect end to the perfect day adventuring.

Please note: Tour directions and itinerary may be subject to change according to conditions and other factors. Children rate: 15 Years and Under. Senior rate: 62 Years and Up. Active Military Rate.  15%+ Gratuity Customary

We are actively accepting reservations for the Winter of 23-24 but availability is becoming limited. Call today!

Old faithful via snowmobile.

Prepare to get up close and personal with Yellowstone National Park from the seat of a snowmobile. Even if you’re new to snow machines, our experienced guides will have you feeling like a seasoned pro from the moment you depart West Yellowstone on your all-day adventure. You’ll see:

• Old Faithful , the star of Yellowstone and the best-known geyser in the world. You can almost set your watch by the eruptions that occur about every 90 minutes—you won’t want to miss it.
• Lower Geyser Basin , home to geysers, hot springs and mud pools—including the often-photographed Fountain Paint Pots.
• Firehole Canyon, cut through 800-foot lava flows. In the summer, park visitors are drawn to the waterfall and swimming hole, but in winter it’s a quiet, beautiful place to explore.

On your journey, you’ll stop at Madison Junction . It’s an ideal spot to get off your snowmobile, hang out in a warming hut, and enjoy a break along your journey.

✓ Lunch is Not Provided ✓ Tour includes Guide Fee and Park Approved Snowmobile ✓ Total Tour Time is About 8 Hours

Note: a driver’s license is required to operate a snowmobile in Yellowstone National Park

Old Faithful via Snowcoach

Our guests rave about touring Yellowstone National Park via snowcoach…and for good reason. Snowcoaches have been part of the Park since 1955, allowing families to see all of the sights in style and comfort. Your day-long winter tour will include:

Madison Junction is also a part of your journey, which offers beautiful vistas as well as warming huts and bathrooms for Park visitors.

✓ Lunch is Provided ✓ Total Tour Time is About 8 Hours

“Grand Canyon” of Yellowstone by Snowmobile

Although Yellowstone National Park is known for Old Faithful, there are many beautiful natural sights to see year-round, including “the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.” They become even more memorable when you view them via snowmobile. Never driven a snowmobile?  No problem. We will teach you everything you need to know. During your full-day tour, you’ll see:

• Norris Geyser Basin , which features Steamboat Geyser. While it doesn’t run “on time” as much as Old Faithful, Steamboat is the tallest geyser anywhere on the globe. It’s spectacular any time of year.
• The Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is a must-see phenomenon in winter. You’ll be captivated by the snow clinging to the canyon walls and the ice bridge that forms at the bottom. It’s definitely a “bucket list” location.
• If time allows, Hayden Valley will also be a stop on your route. It is here that you will often find photo-worthy bison herds, elk and other animals.

All of our winter tours include a stop at Madison Junction . You can stretch your legs, take a bathroom break and talk with other Park visitors in a warming hut.

✓ Lunch is Provided ✓ Tour includes Guide Fee and Park Approved Snowmobile ✓ Total Tour Time is About 8 Hours

“Grand Canyon” of Yellowstone by Snowcoach

Snowcoach tours are perfect for families, groups, or anyone who want to tour Yellowstone in comfort. Our guides will tell you the history of Yellowstone, share facts about wildlife, and keep you entertained with stories along your way.  During your full-day tour, you’ll experience:

• Norris Geyser Basin , which features Steamboat Geyser. While it doesn’t run “on time” as much as Old Faithful, Steamboat is the tallest geyser anywhere on the globe. It’s spectacular any time of year.  

Out of Park – Snowmobile Only

Fresh powder, hundreds of miles of groomed trails and beautiful landscapes await you when you sign up for one of our out-of-the-park tours. We customize your experience based on your snowmobile experience and skill level—and of course, snow and weather conditions (we always put your safety first.)

As with all of our tours, you can bring your own snow clothing or rent everything you need from us. Please note that we do not recommend ski clothing for snowmobiling. Helmets must always be worn.

✓ Tour includes Guide Fee and Park Approved Snowmobile

Our founder, Clyde Seeley, was the first to offer guided snowmobile tours of Yellowstone National Park. More than four decades later, See Yellowstone is still the best choice for winter and summer tours alike, thanks to our highly qualified and experienced guides.

See Yellowstone tour guides are all locals, so they know all of the ins and outs of Yellowstone National Park and use their knowledge to make your adventure unique. They also know that some people only get to visit Yellowstone once in their lifetime, so their goal is to make our guests’ time with us as memorable as it can be.

Ready to get your adventure started?

800.221.1151 | [email protected] 211 Yellowstone Ave | PO Box 410 West Yellowstone, MT 59758 SeeYellowstone Alpen Guides is an Authorized Permittee of Yellowstone National Park

GUIDED TOURS & RENTALS

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You want to make the most of every moment in Yellowstone country — and we can help.

Guided Tours

Our comfortable bus and snowcoach tours will power you into the park so you can experience Yellowstone’s wildlife.

• Summer Bus Tours
• Snowcoach Tours
• Snowmobile Tours

Side-by-Side Rentals

The sharpest way to get from A to B, on any terrain, in any weather, fully-loaded or not.

Snowmobile Rentals

Chase thrills on the ride of your life on some of the most spectacular snowmobiling trails in North America.

Rental Cars

Explore the wonders of Yellowstone on the open road with the vehicle of your choice.

• 150-mile free mileage radius
• Compact size to SUV options

LIVE WEBCAM

The best thing about our tours? Gas is on us. Skip the pump and join us for a comfortable, exhilarating bus tour of Yellowstone National Park. We offer Bus Tours during the summer, and Snowcoach Tours and Guided Snowmobile Tours in winter. We also offer Snowmobile Rentals, for a more personalized experience.

SUMMER BUS TOURS – WEST YELLOWSTONE

Make your Yellowstone National Park vacation one your family and friends will never forget by taking a summer bus tour with Yellowstone Vacation Tours! Experience an informative and entertaining tour of Yellowstone’s Upper or Lower Loop with a professional certified guide. These tours depart from West Yellowstone, MT, just outside Yellowstone’s west entrance.

• Lower Loop tours available Apr. 19 to Oct. 31
• Upper Loop tours available May 3 to Oct. 30
• Custom and private tours available

Contact Information: Yellowstone Vacation Tours (West Yellowstone) 415 Yellowstone Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 800-426-7669

SNOWCOACH TOURS – WEST YELLOWSTONE

See Yellowstone National Park from the warmth and comfort of our popular Yellowstone snowcoach tours! Let our professional certified guides take you to some of the most breathtaking winter vistas Yellowstone has to offer. These experienced pros know all of the best vantage points. These tours depart from West Yellowstone, MT, just outside Yellowstone’s west entrance.

• Old Faithful tours available Dec. 15 through Mar. 15
• Canyon tours available Dec. 15 through Mar. 4

SNOWCOACH TOURS – GARDINER

Your winter vacation in Yellowstone National Park isn’t complete without an engaging and one-of-a-kind snowcoach tour from Yellowstone Vacations – now departing from Gardiner, MT, just outside Yellowstone’s northern entrance! Explore the frigid tranquility of Yellowstone in winter while staying comfortable and warm, and learn about the park from our professional certified guides.

• Tours available Dec. 15 through Mar. 2

Contact Information: Yellowstone Vacation Tours (Gardiner) 905 Scott Street W Gardiner, MT 59030 406-848-5171

TWO TOP SNOWMOBILE TOURS

Snowmobile Yellowstone — it’s good clean fun! Touring by snowmobile is very comfortable and enjoyable. Two Top Snowmobile Rental, Inc. is dedicated to making your trip as fun and safe as possible. Our knowledgeable guides will ensure you have a good feel for your machine before you set out on your exciting Yellowstone ride. Day trips are our specialty, with a variety of tours to choose from.

• Tours available Dec. 15 through Feb. 28

Contact Information: Two Top Snowmobile (West Yellowstone) 645 Gibbon Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 406-646-7802

YELLOWSTONE VACATIONS SNOWMOBILE TOURS

Experience Yellowstone National Park with a guided Yellowstone snowmobile tour to either Old Faithful or the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone! View wildlife, learn interesting facts about the park and see Yellowstone’s star attractions in winter with one of our professional certified guides. Kick your Yellowstone experience into high gear with a guided snowmobile tour through a frozen winter world that looks like something from another planet.

• Private and custom tours available

Side-by-Side Off Road Vehicle (ORV) rentals from Yellowstone Vacations allow you to explore any terrain in any weather.

SIDE-BY-SIDE RENTALS

With literally HUNDREDS of miles of trails to choose from – some of which start right here in town – it’s no wonder why trail riding enthusiasts flock to West Yellowstone every summer. Our Side-by-Side Rentals are the most stylish way to get from A to B, on any terrain, in any weather.

• Rentals available May 1 to Sept. 30
• 2-seater and 4-seater models available

SNOWMOBILE RENTALS

Yellowstone Snowmobile Rentals from Yellowstone Vacations allow you to explore the surrounding National Forest to your heart’s content.

SNOWMOBILE RENTALS – WEST YELLOWSTONE

Snowmobile Rentals from Yellowstone Vacations allow you to explore the surrounding National Forest to your heart’s content. Choose from a number of Yellowstone snowmobile models, find a good trail and take off. With hundreds of miles of trails to choose from, it’s no wonder why West Yellowstone is known in many circles as the Snowmobiling Capital of the World! Adventure seekers will love it here.

• Rentals available Dec. 15 through Mar. 15

Contact Information: Yellowstone Vacation Tours 415 Yellowstone Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 800-426-7669

SNOWMOBILE RENTALS – TWO TOP

BEGINNER OR EXPERIENCED SNOWMOBILERS will be more than pleased with our brand new fleet of snowmobiles. Two Top Snowmobile Rental Inc. offers an assortment of models from Ski-Doo: from comfortable trail snowmobiles to high-performance, single-rider machines. Hundreds of miles of well-marked daily groomed trails start right at our front door.

Contact Information: Two Top Snowmobile 645 Gibbon Ave West Yellowstone, MT 59758 406-646-7802

Explore the wonders of Yellowstone on the open road with the vehicle of your choice. Check availability using the buttons below or call 406-646-9564 to reserve a vehicle for your upcoming Yellowstone vacation.

It’s easy to get around the expanses of Yellowstone in a smaller vehicle that offers good fuel economy. If you’re traveling solo, with a significant other or a small group, a compact vehicle may suit you perfectly.

Jeep Wrangler

A Jeep Wrangler makes a world of sense in the rugged Yellowstone wilderness. Prepare for all the journeys ahead with a durable vehicle that will have you covered wherever the road leads — and beyond.

If you’re traveling with a large group or family, it’s hard to beat a minivan. Practical and accommodating, a sturdy minivan will make traveling through Yellowstone a breeze. Pile in one of our minivans and watch the Yellowstone moments add up.

If a Chevrolet Equinox or SUV is the best vehicle for your Yellowstone exploration, you’re in good hands. The team at Yellowstone Vacations knows that many customers are looking for the space and performance that an SUV provides.

Tours can be booked online, or you are welcome to make reservations over the phone by calling Yellowstone Vacation Tours directly at 800-426-7669 for tours leaving from West Yellowstone, or at 406-848-5171 for tours leaving from Gardiner. We do not currently have the capability to book tours through our hotel reservation office.

During the winter we offer round-trip Snowcoach and Snowmobile Tours to Old Faithful and Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. During the summer months we offer Summer Bus Tours of the full Lower Loop and Upper Loop leaving from West Yellowstone. Custom tours are also available; for details, call 406-646-9564 .

Expect each tour to take a full day, regardless of where you’re headed. Most tours meet and/or leave around 8:00am and return around 5:00pm, but times can vary.

Yes! Park entrance fees are NOT INCLUDED in our tour prices, but a valid Park Pass IS REQUIRED for each passenger age 16 and older:

• If you are reserving a Snowcoach Tour or Summer Bus Tour with us, a $20 Park Pass is required
• If you are reserving a Snowmobile Tour with us, a $30 Park Pass is required

At Yellowstone National Park, the opportunities to explore are endless. Plan your adventure today.

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Take a Snowcoach Through Yellowstone in the Winter

One of the two ways to explore yellowstone in the winter is by snowcoach. this is everything you need to know..

When snow blankets Yellowstone National Park, there’s only two ways to get into the heart of the park: by snowmobile or snowcoach.

In early November each year Yellowstone closes all but one road to normal vehicle traffic. As the snow begins to fly and cover our first national park, a different sort of vehicle gets ready to transport visitors through a winter wonderland. A snowcoach is a shuttle van either on extra large (picture a monster truck) tires or tracks like a snowmobile. These specially designed vehicles are perfect for navigating the park’s unplowed roads and, other than snowmobiles, are the only way to access the interior of the park in the winter. With big picture windows, you’ll be able to see all the sights from the park’s abundant winter wildlife to steaming geysers.

Snowcoaches are a great way to see the park since you’ll stay warm and cozy inside the vehicle, unlike a snowmobile tour where you’ll have to bundle up. Your driver will also be able to share fun facts about the park and easily point out wildlife as you drive. Tours range from half-day scenic drives to full-day excursions to packages where you’ll do both a scenic drive and ski or snowshoe in the park.

A snowcoach is also the only transportation to Old Faithful Snow Lodge , the park’s only hotel other than Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel , open in the winter (note: Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel will be closed winter 2022/23). A stay in the heart of the park in winter is magical. From spending the day skiing or snowshoeing past geysers to curling up next to the fire with a book to ice skating under the stars, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Yellowstone Snowcoach Options

West entrance tours.

Located in West Yellowstone, Mont. , the park’s West Entrance is closed to normal vehicles in the winter months, but is known as the “Snowmobiling Capital of the World.” You can take a guided snowmobile tour in the park from West Yellowstone, but you can also depart on a day tour from this town to see the park from the comfort of a snowcoach. These tour operators offer day trips into the park, usually to either Old Faithful or Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone :

See Yellowstone – seeyellowstone.com

Backcountry Adventures – backcountry-adventures.com

Yellowstone Vacations – www.yellowstonevacations.com

Yellowstone Expeditions (Ski camping tours) – yellowstoneexpeditions.com

South Entrance Tours

Yellowstone’s South Entrance is located closest to Jackson, Wyo. , a famous winter ski destination thanks to Jackson Hole Resort. Nearby Grand Teton National Park is also home to lots of winter fun including snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. From Jackson, you can head north with one of these tour operators to spend the day seeing Yellowstone by snowcoach, or be dropped off at Old Faithful Snow Lodge for a stay:

Scenic Safaris – www.scenic-safaris.com

North Entrance Tours and Transportation to Old Faithful Snow Lodge

The North Entrance, just outside of Gardiner, Mont. , is where you’ll find the only year-round road open to normal vehicles through the park. In winter, you can drive plowed roads to the Mammoth Hot Springs area and through Lamar Valley to the Northeast Entrance where the tiny Montana towns of Silver Gate and Cooke City await. You can also book a snowcoach day tour into the park, or transportation to the only hotel inside the park besides Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel that offers winter lodging: Old Faithful Snow Lodge.

Yellowstone Vacations (day tours from Mammoth) – www.yellowstonevacations.com

Yellowstone National Park Lodges (day tours from Mammoth and Old Faithful, transportation to Old Faithful Snow Lodge) – www.yellowstonenationalparklodges.com/adventures/winter-adventures/

How Far in Advance Do I Need to Book a Snowcoach Tour?

If you’re using a snowcoach as transportation to the Snow Lodge, it’s best to book your ride as soon as you book your stay since there is only one company at the North Entrance and one company at the South Entrance that offers transportation.

Day tours are more flexible since there are more operators, but it’s best to book as far in advance as possible in order to ensure you get a seat. Last minute reservations may be available, but don’t count on them.

How Much Are Yellowstone Snowcoach Tours?

Yellowstone snowcoach tours range in price depending on which company and tour you choose. In Winter 2022/23 half-day scenic snowcoach tours could be found for less than $100 for adults and less than $50 for children. Transportation, including two pieces of luggage, between Mammoth and Old Faithful Snow Lodge cost $144 for adults and $72 for children each way for the 2022/23 season. While tipping is not required, it’s expected. Be prepared to tip your driver 15-20% in cash.

Be sure to note whether or not your snowcoach operator includes your park pass in your tour price. If they do not, you’ll need to purchase a pass in advance. On guided tours, a 7-day, annual or lifetime pass is only good for one person, so be sure to have a pass for each individual in your group. These passes cost $20 in 2022/23 for adults 16 and over. Children 15 and under are free.

What Do You Wear on a Snowcoach Tour?

While snowcoaches are heated, it’s important to be properly dressed for winter conditions as you’ll be entering and exiting the snowcoach in snowy and cold weather and will likely get out and explore at certain stops along the way.

Dress in layers so that you can be comfortable on the drive but quickly gear up to get out in the cold. A waterproof and insulated jacket, a warm hat, warm gloves and snow boots or other waterproof boots with good tread are recommended. Wool or synthetic fabrics are better than cotton for winter trips as they wick away moisture more quickly.

Start planning a winter vacation by downloading the Winter Trip Planner for Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park today.

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Teton Valley Adventures

Snowmobile tours & rental in driggs, idaho, experience the best snow on earth, caribou-targhee national forest tours.

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Mesa Falls Snowmobile Tour

A favorite for a lot of guests! Go through the winding trail of trees and breathtaking views and watch out for moose and fish spawning at Big Springs!

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Teton Valley Adventures is family-owned and operated, we have been in the snowmobile b usiness since 1999. All our guides are licensed with the State of Idaho and Yellowstone National Park. We provide professionally-guided Idaho snowmobile tours to places that have the most incredible scenery in the winter.

Teton Valley, Idaho sits at the foot of the Grand Teton Mountain Range, south of Yellowstone National Park, and over the hill from Jackson Hole, Wyoming. It places the location smack dab in the middle of the best snowmobiling in the world.

From Old Faithful to Mesa Falls, come join us for a professionally guided tour through Yellowstone National Park, Caribou-Targhee National Forest, and experience the wonders this land has to offer!

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"First, our guides did an awesome job!! Second, it was a blast - perfect day, perfect weather, perfect snow even with mild temp, and gorgeous scenery!! Third, the snowmobiles were great machines: in great shape and performed flawlessly!! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Teton Valley Adventures! Scratched it off my bucket list!"

"A group of us rented snowmobiles and we were given great advice on where to ride, what to look out for, and how to get unstuck (which we needed to do several times because it was DUMPING!!). Victor was a great liaison, was accommodating to some challenges we had driving to the drop-off location, and arrived on time to pick us up. If I get the opportunity to return to Driggs and want to snowmobile, I will go back to Teton Valley Adventures."

"Our guide, Matt, drove us safely up the West entrance, unloaded everything, and took us into the park for an amazing 6-hour ride. We saw an Elk up close, Bison, Eagles, Swans, Trout, and Old Faithful, and simply had one of the best adventures ever!! They provided us with a nice warm suit, a helmet, and a fast and scrappy snow machine!! Worth EVERY penny we paid!!"

"Went Snowmobiling in Yellowstone with my family and it was one of the BEST experience we had. Matt was our tour guide and was amazing. He was helpful and knowledgeable which made our trip even more memorable. Melissa handled the booking and helped us when we arrived. She made booking our trip effortless. We want to come back next year and do the Mesa Falls. Truly one of better trips."

"Had a blast on a full day tour of Mesa Falls! The Falls was stunning and the full day of views were jaw dropping! Walker was friendly, helpful, knowledgeable, and very patient with this first-timer from Florida! Travis too was extremely helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend!"

"We spent 3-3.5 hours on the side of the mountain snowmobiling and I never felt like the guide rushed us to be done. He stopped and allowed us to just free drive in a couple of open fields, took us to the top (as far as we could get), scenery was amazing. I cannot post enough positive about this trip. Our guide was Hope and if I ever go back I will specifically ask for him!!"

"It was an awesome trip through the park and Old Faithful was spectacular. Our guide, Shawn, was perfect!! He stopped often to show us wildlife, take pictures, and explain all of the geysers. It was our first time ever to see Yellowstone; Shawn told us we picked the coldest day of the year thus far to take the tour... memorable!! Thank you, Shawn, for an awesome experience and for your friendship!"

"Sam, our guide, was so informative and knew the park so well!! We saw Bisons, Coyotes, and Old Faithful erupt. What a great experience for old and young. I went with my 4 friends. We got amazing gopro footage and saw a part of the US in the winter we would not normally. We would highly recommend to anyone that has an opportunity to snowmobile Yellowstone, this is the group to go with!"

"I had a group with 9 machines, 11 people, and we did the Mesa Falls. They managed the diversity of the group by allowing those that wanted to be more aggressive to do that and those that wanted to be slower to do that. Our guides were Hope and Jeremy and they were great."

"Just got back from the most incredible snowmobile experience with Matt. Our family tried to get a reservation in Jackson Hole, but luckily they were already all booked up!! We would have not found this great place in Driggs, ID!! We are so glad we decided to stay in Driggs and Teton Valley was exceptionally accommodating even with our two young boys."

"Our guide, Hope was attentive and shared lots of interesting info. He was also an amazing van driver and got us back to Driggs through a big snow storm. The suits and helmets were great and were were all warm and comfy all day. The snow machines worked well and we had no break downs or issues. I have gone on 2 prior Yellowstone snowmobile trips and this was by far the best!!"

"From booking with Melissa to the actual snowmobiling, this was the experience of a lifetime. 3 in our group had never been snowmobiling before. Kerry was very thorough with safety instructions and checked in with us frequently to make sure we were doing well. My favorite thing was that on the drive to the mountain, Kerry asked us what we were hoping to get out of our trip and then tailored it specifically to us."

"My husband, son, and I did the full day tour to Mesa Falls. Sam was our guide and he was amazing. He was patient with us as first time snowmobilers, and very encouraging to me when I expressed my nervousness. His safety lesson was thorough, his directions clear, and we never felt unsafe. He was also very knowledgeable about the area and answered all of our questions during the drive to the site."

"We had an amazing time on our snowmobile trip to Old Faithful! There were 7 of us and our son is a quadriplegic but they were so willing to accommodate all of us. Our guide was wonderful too! He took us on some back roads and made lots of stops (per our request) to warm up and explore and he carried our son’s wheelchair on his sled so he’d have it for lunch and exploring ventures."

"During a trip to Idaho/Wyoming to ski, we took a snowmobile tour with Teton Valley Adventures. There were several snowmobile tour operators in the area, but from the initial review of their Web site then a call to their office speaking with Melissa & the Cave Falls destination just inside Yellowstone National Park, we felt great about booking with TVA."

"We cannot say enough great things about our guide or our trip. This past weekend we had booked a trip through Teton Valley Adventures to snowmobile. We were greeted by the friendliest, laid back staff when we arrived. They got straight to getting us suited up in the included warm attire and got us on our way for our scheduled adventure."

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• Destination: Yellowstone National Park
• Duration: Day Tour (approx. 12 hours)
• Availability: December - March
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Sit back and enjoy the scenery to Yellowstone’s famous Old Faithful geyser in comfort as you are chauffeured by an experienced and knowledgeable guide. This snowcoach tour will take you to the Old Faithful geyser, making several stops along the way for wildlife viewing and photography. See the landscape and wildlife at Yellowstone National Park in a way you’ve never seen on foot, and enjoy it in comfort. This leisurely Yellowstone snowcoach tour allows you to take pictures of your experience while getting a personalized tour filled with knowledge and fun!

You and your guide will leave early, between 6:00 – 6:30am and return between 5:00 – 7:00pm.

*All Yellowstone snow coach trips are conducted under the authorized concessionaire permit of Scenic Snow Safaris.

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• Breakfast, lunch
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• Excludes park entry fee. Entry fee is $50.00 per person. We recommend the purchase of the "America the Beautiful" - Annual Pass: for $80 when traveling by snowcoach or shuttle as the park service will admit the pass holder and up to three additional adults. Children under 16 are admitted for free and are not included in these totals.

Public Tour Pricing Starting at $450 per person Dependent on time of year. Prices increase during winter holidays.

• Per Person Starting at $450 per person, Dependent on time of year. Prices increase during winter holidays.

Please note : Wyoming car seat laws state that kids under 9 years old must ride in a federally approved child safety seat in the back seat. If you have children that are 9 or younger you are responsible for making sure your child has the proper safety seat for the tour.

Private Tour Pricing Starting at $4500. Dependent on time of year. Prices increase during winter holidays.

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Can anyone recommend a tour company for Snow Coach or Snowmobile tours in Yellowstone? I am told you must go through private tour companies due to COVID-19. It is just 3 of us and the prices I am seeing are pretty steep. We are basing our stay out of Jackson Hole 12/20-12/25. Any suggestions are appreciated.

"Can anyone recommend a tour company for Snow Coach or Snowmobile tours in Yellowstone? "

See the list from the YNP website. I will link it below.

"I am told you must go through private tour companies due to COVID-19."

No, you have to use the approved vendors (approved by YNP) every year.

Are all of those companies requiring trips due to Covid 19 this year? Maybe so. I checked Scenic Safari and they are. You are right! Very pricey!

https://www.scenic-safaris.com/index.php/winter-jackson-wy/winter-tours/old-faithful-snow-coach-tour

You can check the others on the YNP approved list, but that may be the case.

List of approved vendors -

https://www.nps.gov/yell/planyourvisit/snowmobiles-snowcoaches.htm

Xanterra used to run both snowcoach for just transportation and snowcoach and snowmobile tours from other gates. In the past, snowmobile rentals were available in-park for self-touring as well. Both of those ended years ago. Now the only Xanterra option is snowcoach from Mammoth.

If your goal is to go snowmobiling, I recommend you cancel your Jackson lodging and look into staying at West Yellowstone. I can tell you, there are really no budget options when you travel to that area. It is an expensive trip. I’m not sure what the prices you’ve seen from Jackson into the park are, but here is what we paid for our snowmobile and snowcoach tours in February. Snowcoach Tour to Canyon was approximately $129 per person. Snowmobile Tour was approximately $200 per snowmobile (it didn’t matter if it was a single or double rider). Prices may have gone up this year but I wouldn’t expect they would rise more than 10 to 15 percent each year. Also, think about the tip, that is not included in the price and neither is lunch. We stayed in a house/condo and saved money by making our own lunches for the tours. The other option was to purchase boxed lunches through the tour operator. There is also an additional charge for the park fee, unless you already have your National Parks Pass. We also rented snowmobiles to ride the trails on our own for three days and the price for that was $149 per snowmobile per day. We didn’t rent clothing, but if you had to, that would be another (at least) $15 per person per day for a snowmobile suit, helmet, boots, and gloves. You only need to rent the clothes for the day you are riding snowmobiles.

If your primary reason for this trip is snowmobiling into the park, please rethink your lodging. It will be a much longer day snowmobiling from the South entrance to Old Faithful than from the West entrance. The max speed limit in the park on a snowmobile is 35 MPH. I can only speak to the West entrance, but there are lots of stops, Madison Junction warming hut (for hot chocolate), Riverside Drive, Grand Prismatic, the Fountain Paint Pots, and Firehole Falls are always stops we take. I’m not sure a snowmobile trip from the South entrance would include those stops. I also don’t know if you would have another option in the park, like the Canyon tour. I’ve done both snowcoach and snowmobile tours to the Canyon area and it is not to be missed!

I’d be happy to answer any questions you have about snowmobile/snowcoach tours into the park from the West entrance.

"Now the only Xanterra option is snowcoach from Mammoth."

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"I’m not sure what the prices you’ve seen from Jackson into the park are, but here is what we paid for our snowmobile and snowcoach tours in February. Snowcoach Tour to Canyon was approximately $129 per person. Snowmobile Tour was approximately $200 per snowmobile (it didn’t matter if it was a single or double rider). Prices may have gone up this year but I wouldn’t expect they would rise more than 10 to 15 percent each year. "

I think they are still sorting out what they will be doing for the upcoming season, "they" being the different approved vendors.

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If a vendor is requiring a private booking, that will be much more expensive. The only way I know to verify is to check each approved vendor to see how they are handling winter trips during Covid 19 times.

Trying to help out the OP since she won't see "Xanterra" on the YNP list of approved vendors.

Personal/non-vendor guided snowmobiles are only allowed with a permit through the lottery system.

Yellowstone in winter is wonderful, but not inexpensive.

That reminds me of stopping to ask for directions in very rural areas. = "Turn where the oak tree USED to be".

True story.

Not kidding.

Things are so confusing as the current approved vendors are just now deciding what they will be doing in the upcoming 20/21 winter season. I've been checking over the last week and some are just now posting information. And the answer is....it varies.

So very different from just a few months ago. What the snow coach / snow mobile tour companies will be doing in January 2021 may be very different from when I was in the park in January 2020.

I think the best advice we can give is....check to see what the vendors* are in the process of posting on their websites. This year we can't base it on what they did even in winter 2019/2020 season.

*the approved vendors on the YNP website.

Here's the link again -

Edited to add - A first time visitor isn't concerned about what used to happen in the past. Trying to sort out what's happening in a few months is already confusing enough.

The current answer = TBD

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