Lower Loop Van Tour from West Yellowstone: Grand Prismatic and Old Faithful

Tour info

Duration
8 hours
Group Size
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Why take this tour?

This Active Van Tour is a great way to see Yellowstone National Park beginning in the fun gateway town of West Yellowstone. The early morning part of the tour explores wildlife haunts in the famous Shadow Canyon of the Madison River. This area is home to bear and elk. Later we hike to an overlook of the famous Grand Prismatic Hot Springs. If you don't feel like walking we find a safe, scenic spot for you to wait for the group near the van. Next we explore the Old Faithful area, including some time at the famous Old Faithful Inn. We continue over the continental divide at Isa Lake and down to the West Thumb Geyser Basin on Yellowstone Lake for a view of some spectacular lakeside thermal pools. Continuing our drive along Yellowstone Lake we arrive in the Hayden Valley where big herds of bison roam. Finally, we arrive at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone to view the canyon and the amazing falls (one is almost 200 feet tall!). The day concludes back at West Yellowstone.

What’s included?

  • Lunch

  • Snacks

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Spotting Scope

  • Binoculars

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 8h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Yellowstone Hiking Guides

About operator:

Yellowstone Hiking Guides is Yellowstone's Active Adventure Company! Our local naturalist guides lead tours for all ages and fitness levels. Three Day Hiking Tours Daily: •Lamar Valley Safari Hike (wildlife hike) •Grand Canyon Rim Hike (scenery hike) •Upper Geyser Basin Hike (geyser hike) Lower Loop Active Van Tours Daily: See Yellowstone's hot spots in a day! Featuring Old Faithful, Yellowstone Lake and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. Sea Kayaking Yellowstone Lake Tours Daily: Paddle the shores of Yellowstone Lake with a local! Spot wildlife and hot springs along Yellowstone Lake's West Thumb. Three Backpacking Trips Annually: •Black Canyon of the Yellowstone (June) •Gallatin Sky Rim (July) •Bechler River (August) Let a local pack the lunch and spot wildlife on your next Yellowstone vacation!

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