Private Full-Day Winter Wildlife Safari in Jackson Hole
Search for winter wildlife with a naturalist and high-definition viewing gear
Duration
8 hrs
Ideal For
Up to 8 people
Includes
Guide, meals, hotel pickup
Highlights
Explore Jackson Hole’s winter landscape on a private vehicle safari led by a professional naturalist. Step out at viewing stops and search for wildlife with your guide.
- Scan for wildlife with ultra-high-definition binoculars and spotting scopes
- Enjoy locally sourced snacks along the way
Itinerary
If you want to experience the best of Jackson Hole in the winter then this private safari is the wildlife tour for you! Your day will begin with a light breakfast before heading off into the National Elk Refuge and Grand Teton National Park in search of the area’s abundant wintering wildlife. Thousands of mule deer, elk, moose, bighorn sheep, and bison migrate into the valley in search of food each year along with coyotes, fox, bald and golden eagles, swans, and even packs of wolves. This gathering of wintering wildlife makes winter one of the best times to view wildlife in Jackson Hole!
After a full morning in the field, we will enjoy lunch together at a local restaurant before heading back out for the afternoon. When available, we will take a horse-drawn sleigh through the National Elk Refuge into the middle of the largest wild elk herd in North America. Following the sleigh ride, we will head back into the field to spot more wildlife.
**Sleigh rides are optional and depending on your comfort level with close contact with other groups are not a required activity. If you decide not to do the sleigh ride, your guide will plan for more time in the field looking for wildlife. We will confirm this with you before your trip departure.
Note: Sleigh rides operate mid-December through late March/early April, depending on conditions. When sleigh rides are not available, we will spend that time in the field instead.
What's Included
- Hot and cold beverages
- Water bottle
Important details
- For each child under age 8, bring an appropriate child safety seat and install it yourself. Your guide cannot install it for you.
- National park entrance fees for ages 16+ are not included in the listed price. Bring your physical park pass if you have one. Grand Teton National Park is cashless; use a credit or debit card for any pass purchased at the entrance gate.
- Non-US residents entering without a non-resident annual pass face an additional $100 per person entrance fee, not included in the listed price.
- Sign the required waiver before departure.
- Be ready in the property's lobby a few minutes before pickup. Allow an additional 5–10 minutes for your guide to arrive if delayed.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 48 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable.
Product ID: MVBRKP
FAQs
An annual park pass covers you and up to three additional family members on the safari. The non-US resident America the Beautiful annual pass costs $250, which is not included in the listed price.
No. Guide gratuity is not included in the listed price. The customary amount is 15–20%, and you can tip your guide in cash.
Dress in warm layers for getting in and out of the vehicle. Bring a winter jacket, winter hat, winter boots with warm socks, sunglasses, lip balm, any personal medications, and a camera. A small daypack is optional.
