Top Bozeman Nature and Wildlife Tours

Discover Yellowstone National Park with this private day trip from Bozeman, Montana. Get picked up at your hotel and set out on a full-day adventure to see wildlife, mountains, and more. Cover lots of ground during this tour which includes the Old Faithful Geyser, Mammoth Springs, and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone.

Go beyond the crowds and follow a wildlife biologist/ecologist into the true wilds of Yellowstone. Visiting the Lamar Valley—the “Serengeti of Yellowstone”—and beyond, you’ll spy on bison, wolves, bears, coyotes, and more, all between witnessing geysers erupt and waterfalls cascade. Stop for a picnic lunch and take an easy hike or two for a bit more scenic exploration before ending your private, documentary-worthy adventure.

Discover the beauty of Paradise Valley in Montana during this guided horseback trek through the Blue Flower Trail. Meet your guide for a scenic ride complete with views of the Absaroka Mountains. Keep an eye out for local wildlife including elk and golden eagles. Learn about the area’s history, wildlife, and ecosystem during this private tour. The itinerary includes several stops for photographs.

Don’t worry about getting lost on the trek to Pink Creek Falls during this guided tour led by young adults on the autism spectrum. Instead, focus on learning about the surrounding countryside as you head to one of the country’s most impressive waterfalls, snapping photos at guide-recommended spots along the way.

Experience the natural beauty of the Absaroka Mountains during a guided trail ride at Erik’s Ranch outside Bozeman. Choose between two scenic trail rides and hear stories and folktales of the area, which served as the backdrop for Hollywood films such as “A River Runs Through It” and “Horse Whisperer.” The ranch’s gentle therapy horses make this an ideal activity for riders of all experience levels.

Yellowstone National Park is arguably at its most magical in the winter when the crowds have gone and the wildlife is abundant. This private tour from Bozeman takes you into the park via the North Entrance and to steaming hot springs and geysers. While your guide focuses on driving, you can stay focused on looking for bison, elk, bighorn sheep, coyotes and more.

Grab your binoculars and get ready to head to Tom Miner Basin! Did you know grizzly bears once roamed throughout the entire western United States, through the Great Plains, into Mexico, and along rivers in desert habitats? Sadly, control actions and habitat loss has eliminated them from 98 percent of their original domain in the U.S. But you can still find them in Montana! These awe-inspiring giants tend to be solitary animals, so while there is no guarantee that every tour group will see one, there are usually a wide range of creatures to be spotted! From grizzly bears, to black bears, to mule deer, to elk, to raptors, and more. To view our furry friends from a safe distance, we have a spotting scope and binoculars. If you have a pair of your own, bring them along! Please call us directly to book!

Consider it a wellness hour for you, and the horse. You will get to groom, pet and photograph our horses, while basking in the serene energy of these gentle giants. And the horses will benefit from kind touch and some extra TLC.

Looking for something for the younger members of your family? We also offer pony rides at Erik’s Ranch. Show the kids a sweet and memorable time on our pony or one of the gentler horses. A staff member will guide your child around at a gentle walk as you click away at the camera to forever document their adventure. This is a fun experience that allows a young child the opportunity to ride in a safe and controlled setting. Also remember that when you schedule a pony ride at Erik’s, you not only create memories to last a lifetime for your child, but you contribute to our mission.