Yellowstone’s southern loop is the most thermally active part of the park, and is home to famous features such as Old Faithful and Grand Prismatic. This area has the highest density and number of thermal features than anywhere else in the world!
This full-day tour will allow you to view all of the various thermal features: geysers, hot springs, mud pots, and fumaroles. Many can be seen from boardwalks with easy accessibility.
But the south is not just about thermal features. We can also visit Yellowstone Lake, the largest freshwater lake above 7,000 feet in North America, and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, featuring unique vistas and two large waterfalls. Also on this route are the Hayden valley and the continental divide (where there is a lake that drains from both ends, one to the Pacific and one to the Atlantic).
| Cost | $925 for 1-3 people +$50 for each additional person over 3 * |
| Maximum capacity | 6 people |
| Duration | 10 hours |
* Park entrance fees and gratuity are not included.
What’s included
Tours include the following for no additional charge:
- A highly qualified tour guide
- Certified Yellowstone Master Naturalist
- Certified Montana Master Naturalist
- Certified in CPR and Wilderness First Aid, and will carry a first aid kit, bear spray, and GPS with emergency SOS capability for safety
- Box lunch and snacks
- A reusable water bottle and a supply of water for refills
- Use of a limited selection of equipment
- Transportation in a Cadillac Escalade
Not included:
- Park entrance fees
- To streamline entry, your fees can be pre-paid through us, or you can bring an America The Beautiful Pass and an ID to cover your entry
- Gratuity
- Not required, but always appreciated
What you should bring
There are some basics you’ll need for any trip to this area.
- Good shoes
- If hiking, wear wool socks and a good pair of comfortable shoes or boots.
- Layers!
- No matter what time of year you visit, layers of clothing you can add or remove are crucial. Even in the summer, mornings can be in the 40s or 50s (in degrees Fahrenheit), while afternoons can be in the 80s or 90s.
- Sun protection
- Long sleeves/pants, sunscreen, hat, etc. The sun is powerful out here!
- Rain gear
- Rain can spring up out of nowhere, so having a raincoat and rain pants available is important.
- For any children under 60 lbs, you will need to bring a car seat.