See Yellowstone Tours
See Yellowstone Tours
4.5
Historical & Heritage ToursWalking ToursNature & Wildlife Tours
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
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See Yellowstone Alpen Guides has operated small group and private tours in Yellowstone for 32 years. Our naturalist guides are experts in all things Yellowstone. They will help you experience the extraordinary wonders the Park has to offer during both winter and summer. We have lodging and tour packages available; one call will take care of your Yellowstone vacation planning needs. Winter snowcoach and snowmobile tours operate daily to Old Faithful and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. We offer the option of cross-country skiing or snowshoeing on our trips. We provide shuttle services to guests staying at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge. Summer tours include Lower Loop, Evening and Morning Upper Loop Tours, Grand Teton Tours, and private customized tours to meet your desires. Your trip can include things like wildlife watching, a day hike to a backcountry geyser basin, a photography safari, and seeing the sites that make Yellowstone America’s grandest Park.
West Yellowstone, Montana
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D S
2 contributions
Mar 2020
The snow coach picked our group of two up from our hotel in West Yellowstone exactly on time at 8am. The coach was comfortable clean and warm (seat belts were provided). Our tour guide was Don. Don did a really marvelous job of sharing his knowledge of the park, history, geology, fun anecdotal stories along with a few fun quizzes; he was able to provide great information on the parks animals and answered all of the passengers many questions. We took some snacks and beverages along with us and stopped for a purchased lunch at Old Faithful (prices were a little steep there so it may be helpful to take a packed lunch with you). There were plenty of bathroom stops along the way. There was a lot of getting on and off of the coach at the stops. Some of the walks to viewing areas were rather slippery so wearing some safe grip footwear is advisable. This was an interesting and fun experience. Well worth putting this trip on your winter to do list!
Written March 9, 2020
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Jamie B
3 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
We’re a group of old college friends that get together for an annual ski trip, which brought us to Big Sky this year. Each year, we choose a local activity to do mid-week to explore the area a bit more and give our legs a rest from the mountain. Our snow coach tour with Don McKenzie could not have been more perfect! He was super informative and entertaining throughout the entire experience. We’ve had the opportunity to travel to many resorts, and this was by far our favorite rest day experience. We highly recommend this tour, and specifically Don, for a wonderful Yellowstone experience!
Written February 29, 2020
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Henry B
Grand Rapids, MI527 contributions
Jan 2023
Even though we tried to book a guided winter tour of Yellowstone 4 months in advance, nearly all operators were booked. We were lucky enough to get a private guided snowcoach tour. A bit more expensive than a regular tour would have been, the extra was worth it. Our guide, Bob Hardy, was a wildlife biologist who listened to our conversations and figured out our preferences. He also knew the local weather, the snow-mobile patterns, and recent wildlife activity. In the morning when it was a bit snowy and poor visibility, he drove us directly to Old Faithful. By the time we got there, it was clearing out and there were few people. BTW. Old Faithful was the least interesting and least beautiful thing we saw on the entire tour! That's how great the rest was. We had a nice bag lunch at Biscuit Basin. It was up to about 20 degrees so we ate outdoors. The natural beauty will leave you speechless. While we had several bison encounters, including a mini stampede and 2 cows fighting, the coyote stalking a family pod was breathtaking. The young bull who snorted and gave the coyote the "stink eye" convinced the coyote to leave the pod alone!
Written February 6, 2023
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Thomas F
5 contributions
Jan 2021 • Family
Don McKenzie is the man. I have been on quite a few tours, and none have been as informative, personal, unique, and rugged yet cozy. The geysers were really uncool. As a matter of fact, they were “blazin”. We thoroughly enjoyed listening to Don’s amazing storytelling. From the historical importance of the one they call “Mary”, to the information regarding wolf introduction into Yellowstone. This man is a wealth of knowledge, endearing, and funny. I was at first tentative about being inside a small vehicle with someone I did not know, but he made us feel extremely comfortable. Thanks Don! RIP 181 🤘🏼
Written February 3, 2021
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Linda D
5 contributions
Jan 2020
Our adult son wanted to see some real winter and lots of snow. In the five years we have lived in Idaho, he has visited half a dozen times but always in spring, summer or fall. We took a snow coach tour to Old Faithful (which he had seen three times, but never in winter!) Our guide Clark was laid back and just chatty enough with some good stories. He was very patient and stopped every five minutes so our son could take photos of the wildlife with his enormous lens and new camera. We saw bison (of course), bald eagles, a golden eagle in flight, swans and a wily coyote. Great shots. NOW he has already reserved a 3-day snowmobile tour next February with his girlfriend! Can't say enough good things about See Yellowstone Tours!
Written February 11, 2020
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SandC4July
Syracuse, NY101 contributions
Feb 2021
Took the Old Faithful Tour and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone tour on snowmobiles. Great way to see the park and thermal features. Snowing pretty hard on the first day could barely see Old Faithful but you can sure hear it! Our guides very knowledgeable and the sleds reliable (but not fast, 4 stroke skidoos with governed performance). Bison, swans, an eagle, the Firehole river, Haines Valley where we saw an Ermine skampering over the snow. Very cool.
Rented mountain sleds for 2 days out of the park in the Gallatin Forest. Excellent trail system, went over the Contrinental Divide (but if you want a picture in front of the sign its out of the way). My sled had minor malfunction (blew a light), but that was all they had, next day they got me a better sled with no issue. Good performance and beautiful views. Would rent from them again.
Rented mountain sleds for 2 days out of the park in the Gallatin Forest. Excellent trail system, went over the Contrinental Divide (but if you want a picture in front of the sign its out of the way). My sled had minor malfunction (blew a light), but that was all they had, next day they got me a better sled with no issue. Good performance and beautiful views. Would rent from them again.
Written February 15, 2021
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Kristi R
2 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
They say on the website “no refunds” and they mean it. We had reservations for a snowcoach tour with SeeYellowstone, but the night before our tour there was a snowstorm. We tried for 45 minutes but could not get out of our driveway due to all of the snow. I called SeeYellowstone to let them know we physically could not get there, and asked for at least a partial refund. They gave us none. $635 completely wasted. Unless you are 100% certain you can get to their office regardless of weather or road conditions, you might want to book with someone else.
Written January 1, 2020
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ColoradoExplorer0000
1 contribution
Jan 2020
They changed vehicles to one without seat belts, said they weren't required to have them and "read the agreement". During booking I explained that that we would be bringing a child and wanted a restraint as the vehicles go 35mph, they charged my credit card with this understanding. Extremely rude customer service and said if you want a full refund then "call your credit card company" and hung up on me. -Arlene
Written January 30, 2020
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NatureMike
12 contributions
Jan 2022
I booked three full day charters for my group with See Yellowstone and had the pleasure of having Don McKenzie as our guide. Don has a wealth of knowledge about Yellowstone and can answer just about any questions that you throw at him.
Since we were in the park focusing on photography, Don gave us space and did not talk the entire time which was perfect. He'd toss facts and stories at us during appropriate times when there was already silence on the snow-coach.
We were able to stop whenever we saw wildlife and there was no sense of a need to hurry at any of the stops.
I will be booking my next snow coach trip into Yellowstone with See Yellowstone.
Since we were in the park focusing on photography, Don gave us space and did not talk the entire time which was perfect. He'd toss facts and stories at us during appropriate times when there was already silence on the snow-coach.
We were able to stop whenever we saw wildlife and there was no sense of a need to hurry at any of the stops.
I will be booking my next snow coach trip into Yellowstone with See Yellowstone.
Written January 9, 2022
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Cherie M
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Jan 2020 • Family
The snowcoach tour to Old Faithful was fantastic. Our guide was Don, who provided lots of information and is a great story teller. The park is amazing in winter, the geysers and other thermal features are incredible to see. It was a very cold day, but the snowcoach was warm and comfortable. This was a great experience and I highly recommend See Yellowstone Snowcoach Tours.
Written January 13, 2020
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Hi, Jack. What would you like to know about this attraction?
what tour operator did you use?
thanks
Written August 18, 2018
Hi. We used the See Yellowstone tours. I think, as mentioned above, if you Google See Yellowstone, you will find the tour group. The vehicles they use accommodate only 12 or 13 people. So you don't go out with a huge group. They have various packages, but they also arrange private tours in a van. I am not sure how much in advance that type of arrangement is booked. All of our tours were arranged through the guest ranch were we stayed.
Written August 19, 2018
How bumpy is the ride? We are scheduled to go and I just had unplanned emergency delicate surgery I am not supposed to get shaken up or jolted or be on a rough ride. Please respond. Thank you.
Written February 1, 2018
The Old Faithful snowmobile tour was on the snow-covered, plowed park roads and not bumpy at the time. Our top speed was about 35-40 mph.
Written February 1, 2018
how long does the lower loop summer bus tour last or what time does it end
Written January 17, 2018
We took the tour in late August. Our driver picked us up at our motel in West Yellowstone at 8:30 AM. We stopped at the tour office for a few minutes and entered the park around 8:45. Our driver said the tour length would depend on traffic and wildlife sightings. We had a nice rest stop for a box lunch at Old Faithful, and returned to our motel around 5:30 PM. Long day, but absolutely loved it!
Written January 17, 2018
floshirley
Maryville, Tennessee
we are planning on the 4 night, 3 day adventure winter pkg with SeeYellowstone tours and wanted to see the Grizzley Center too. Wondering if it's close enough from 3 bear lodge to walk or make time to visit it in the 3 days?
Written September 9, 2017
floshirley
Maryville, Tennessee
I've heard good things about this Exhibit and want to know if we could fit it in if we book the 4 night, 3 day adventure winter pkg. in Feb.
Written September 7, 2017
floshirley
Maryville, Tennessee
On the Adventure Winter Pkg (4 night), is it possible to go to the Grizzley and Wolf Exhibit?
Written September 7, 2017
That's possible if you set aside a half day just for that.
Written October 3, 2017
Are these tours suitable for 2 70 year olds and 2 kids one 8 and one 13?
Thank you!
Written May 20, 2016
Yes. As long as light walking and some stairs are ok for everyone. We use large vans with big viewing windows.
Written May 23, 2016
Hi. My wife and I planning to visit YSNP for 3-4 days I beginning of October.
My ?? is:
- Do you have tour for 2-3 days in YSNP, and could you please recommend some Inn's in this city.
Thank you very much for your help. Len.
Written July 5, 2015
Yes, we have 3 different tours. There are many nice places to stay in the local area.
If you call Yellowstone Tour and Travel, our sister travel agency, they can help you navigate the lodging and tour options.
They can be reached at 1-800-221-1151
Written July 6, 2015
Is there a concierge or some person available on the premises to answer questions and give directions?
Written February 24, 2015
We have staff available from 7am - 11pm, MST. We also can help with other arrangements and activities through our Travel Agency located right next door. Yellowstone Tour and Travel can be reached at 800-221-1151
Written March 31, 2015
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