Rise early for a thrilling, full-day wolf-tracking expedition. Follow your expert guide in search of Yellowstone’s sought-after wolf packs – famed families of captivating grey wolves whose hunting takes them far and wide through these rugged wilds. Keep your eyes open for a glimpse of these animal kingdom celebrities, all the while discovering new and enchanting pockets of the park with the knowledgeable guidance of your leader. Watch for wandering bears, hardy bison and the elegant antlers of elk.
Tonight, return to your Gardiner accommodation for a well-earned sleep.
Over the next two days, spend your time exploring the central and southern stretches of Yellowstone National Park’s vast wilderness. Make a pilgrimage to Old Faithful, where the unusually predictable eruptions reach a staggering height of 44-metres on average every hour, on the hour, and can last for up to five minutes. Make your way to the mesmerising shore of Grand Prismatic Spring, the largest hot spring in the United States. While the blue centre approaches boiling temperatures, the edges of the pool cast a rainbow frame around the thermal waters thanks to microscopic organisms called thermophiles, gathering in their trillions to form colourful bands unlike anything else on earth.
Yellowstone is home to over half the world’s geysers, many of which can be found in West Thumb Geyser Basin. Meanwhile, at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, the rugged power of prehistoric waters pummels amid puffs of steam and other hydrothermal features.
For those seeking a closer encounter with the region’s most famous furry occupants, perhaps join an optional visit to the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center.
Spend your evenings reenergising at your West Yellowstone accommodation.
Optional activity:
- Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center (from US$20 per person).
Your final day is dedicated to the picturesque landscapes of Grand Teton National Park, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the jagged Teton Range. Weave your way to Inspiration Point for unparalleled views over Jenny Lake, or set out for a leisurely stroll around the water’s edge and a more grounded perspective. Sit down to a pleasant picnic, then search the lush shoreline for jaw-dropping moose antlers, the industrious beaver or even a humbling glimpse of the grizzly and black bear.
This evening, arrive in charming Jackson, where your wildlife adventure concludes at the Antler Inn around 6pm. From here, you’re free to travel onward or spend some time exploring Jackson Hole’s scenic attractions, such as the expansive National Elk Refuge.