Explore Yellowstone in winter with a guide's trained eye for wildlife
12 hrs
Up to 9 people
Guide, breakfast & lunch, optics
Ride through Yellowstone's snowy landscape on a shared, guided snowcoach outing that combines geothermal sightseeing with opportunities to look for wildlife.
The Yellowstone Snowcoach Tour provides a unique perspective on Yellowstone’s geothermal features in a dramatic winter landscape. Our experienced guides bring you to the unique thermal features of Old Faithful, Upper Geyser Basin and West Thumb Geyser Basin. Travel from Jackson, WY to Flagg Ranch (just south of Yellowstone) in wheeled vehicles. Then our custom designed Mercedes-Benz Snowcoach takes you over snow-packed roads through Yellowstone National Park. We provide breakfast and lunch along with the use of high-quality optics, Yaktrax traction devices, and walking poles.
Wildlife tours run rain or shine. No refund if you cancel within 48 hours of the scheduled start. A 10% deposit is nonrefundable. Rebooking at your request carries a 5% administration fee in addition to the 10% nonrefundable deposit.
Product ID: RSGJGC
Yes, provided at least one person from another party is also signed up. If your party has fewer than four people, this is required for the tour to run.
Dress for temperatures well below freezing, as you would for skiing on a very cold day. Wear warm layers, long pants, a winter jacket, a knit hat, and comfortable closed-toe hiking shoes with thick socks. Bring a day pack, a rain jacket, and sunscreen.
Teton Science Schools, 700 Coyote Canyon Road, Jackson, WY 83001
The guides here are the real draw. From astrophysicists like Ben, Mani, and Eons to enthusiastic educators like Sara, Lily, and Andy, the team consistently earns praise for making complex astronomy accessible and genuinely engaging. Reviewers highlight how guides field every question thoughtfully, adapt explanations for all ages, and keep the group comfortable through cold Wyoming nights with blankets, hand warmers, and warm-up breaks. Logistics are smooth and guest-focused. The company proactively reaches out when weather looks unfavorable, offering rebooking at no extra cost, and handles pickup, drop-off, and equipment without fuss. There's also a free weekly public session at Rendezvous Park for those who want a taste before committing to a private tour. Families, couples, and photography enthusiasts all seem to leave equally satisfied, which says a lot about the range of what's offered.
Sara and Kyle were amazing! They’re both incredibly knowledgeable about the stars, it was an incredible experience. Highly recommend!
Morgan Ryan
May 12, 2026
Sara and Kyle were amazing! They’re both incredibly knowledgeable about the stars, it was an incredible experience. Highly recommend!
Morgan Ryan
May 12, 2026
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