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Perfect for beginners and pros alike, experience the spectacular scenery of Paradise Valley on this guided horseback trek along the Blue Flower Trail. No worries about directions or navigation; simply follow your guide and you can focus on capturing photos of the striking vistas. Each of our members has a passion for the outdoors, animals, and wildlife. They will entertain you with facts about the ranch and the surrounding area. With the majestic Absaroka Mountains as your backdrop, learn about the land’s original inhabitants, the Crow tribe, and the local ecosystem. Be sure to bring your binoculars – and camera! – as you may have the unique opportunity to view some of Montana’s natural inhabitants, including mule deer, golden eagles, fox, elk, and more! Please note that if there is a rider with special needs, we will gladly accommodate you with a horseback ride in the safety and quiet of our barn.

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.

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.

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.

Hiring a Step-On Guide allows you to get the absolute most value out of your Yellowstone experience. Your guide will join you in the comfort of your own vehicle as you drive through Yellowstone and make stops at some of Yellowstone's greatest attractions. Your Step-On Guide will point out wildlife, educate the group about the history and ecology of the park, help with directions and point out major subtleties that you may otherwise miss while driving through Yellowstone.

Our private tours in smaller luxury vehicles will allow you to access hidden treasures that larger group tour busses must pass by. 
When you are in Big Sky and Yellowstone country, you will want to see it all; waterfalls, wildlife, the unique geology of the area and of course, the geysers. Some of our guests want an overview of the Park, traveling the Upper or Lower Loops, seeing the sights and visiting the major points of interest. Others like to spend less time driving and more time on the ground, perhaps including some short hikes, while some opt for a combination of the two basic types of tours. Private Tours In Yellowstone assure a customized, educational vacation.

The Lower Loop tour begins in Gardiner, Montana and begins heading south. Depending on external conditions, guide recommendation, and client preference, we can head either way around the loop.. We have extensive experience in navigating popular features and making it easier to fit them into our itinerary. From here, we make our way to some incredible thermal features and many of the most popular thermal basins. After a morning of visiting many of the thermal features between the Midway and Lower Basins, we'll head to the most iconic feature in Yellowstone, Old Faithful. From there we will travel over Craig Pass to Yellowstone Lake. Stopping at the West Thumb Thermal Basin; a thermal basin with unique structure and history. Then we will travel past Fishing Bridge. Next passing through Hayden valley to the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, visiting the Upper and Lower Falls, and Artisan's Point. From there the tour returns to Gardiner, Montana, additional destinations may be possible.

Join us for a Private Adventure you will never forget. Our expert Guide will provide an exciting and fun-filled day for freinds, families or groups of all ages. We can accommodate groups from 1 to 20. Let us create the perfect adventure for you. This outing follows our popular wildlife tour itinerary, but includes an opportunity to get out and stretch your legs as you breathe in the fresh mountain air.Enjoy a Yellowstone sunrise while in route to discover some of Yellowstone’s abundant and diverse wildlife. Yellowstone is home to the largest concentration of mammals in the lower 48 states (67 species to be precise). After an early morning of viewing wildlife in the spectacular Lamar Valley, we will take a mid-morning hike or snow shoe trek to round out the tour. Your Guide will provide you with a choice of several different hikes varying in length and difficulty best suited for your group. We will take you into the wild and out of the ordinary! Book today!

All of our tours are led by a knowledgeable and seasoned local guide that has an education in wildlife biology/ ecology with years of experience guiding in Yellowstone. We depart your accommodations and head towards Yellowstone’s northern range, undoubtedly one of the prime wildlife viewing spots in the world, it harbors impressive bison herds, wolf packs, and meandering bears. Visitors are likely to depart from the park’s northern lands with at least one, if not more, checks on their wildlife card. Wild and pristine. When thinking about Yellowstone, a vast and amazing back-country, large carnivores, bison herds, iconic geysers, and geothermal features fill the imagination. Along the way we will stop to take a short a hike or two to a secluded lake or waterfall. Mid way through the tour we will stop for a picnic lunch at a scenic area. Time permitting we will walk the boardwalks of Mammonth Hot Springs. Note: to maximize our chances of seeing wildlife this your leaves early AM.

This 1/2 day tour focuses on the unique geysers, wildlife, mud pots, hot springs, and other hydrothermal features of Yellowstone National Park. All of our tours are led by an experienced, knowledgeable, and local guide that has an education in biology, ecology, or natural science. We will explore the most thermally active areas of Yellowstone to see erupting geysers, colorful hot springs, bubbling mud pots, search for rare wildlife along the way! We will cap the day with a mild hike to a secluded alpine lake. On this tour we are guaranteed to check off big items and more off of your Yellowstone bucket list such as: The Grand Prismatic Hot Spring which is the largest and most beautiful hot spring in North America, Old Faithful, Fountain Paint Pots, Bison Herds, and rare wildlife. Along the way your guide will be with you to tell your group about the parks biology, geology, history, and answer all of your questions! We will stop for a picnic lunch at a scenic location along the way!

Our private tours are led by experienced, knowledgeable, and local guides. During our day we will make our way through Yellowstone National Park stopping at all of the most famous sites. As well as some of the lesser known locations to see colorful hot springs, geysers, and wildlife! We will view Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Hot Spring, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Yellowstone Falls, Artist Paint Pots, the Mud Volcano, Yellowstone Lake, and stop for wildlife viewing. If wildlife is far away we will them with provided high powered spotting scopes and binoculars! We will have several group discussions about the parks biology, history, and geology as we make our way through the park. Our small sized tours allow us to go off the beaten path and take short cuts to save time. A delicious picnic style lunch from a local deli is provided along with bottled water, sparkling waters, and sodas. We can take a few optional short hikes along the way to a scenic lake, waterfall, or spring!

Our private tours are lead by qualified, experienced, knowledgeable, and local guides. We can fully customize your tours to meet your desires and expectations. Our smaller sized tours allow us to beat the crowds by going to off the beaten path locations and utilizing entryways that only experienced guides know about so your group can view more wildlife and see more erupting geysers. A gourmet picnic style lunch from a local deli is provided along with sparkling waters, soda, and drinks.

Spend the day looking for wildlife throughout Yellowstone, focusing on Yellowstone’s Northern loop. You will visit areas such as Lamar or Haden Valley for the chance to see bears, wolves, coyotes, bison, elk, and pronghorn. You will also explore river corridors, valleys, forests, and other habitats looking for other animals including, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, river otters, and other species. While traveling through these area you will also have a chance to enjoy the scenic vistas these animals call home. (This trip is your best chance to see a bear or wolf but no guarantees.)

Join an experienced naturalist guide to track, study and photograph the abundant wintering wildlife and wolves found on the Northern Range of Yellowstone National Park. This winter wildlife safari will focus on finding and safely viewing Greater Yellowstone’s wintering wildlife, including the predators and big game of the region. Throughout the safari there is a chance to view and photograph wolves, coyote, fox, bald eagles, golden eagles, elk, bison, bighorn sheep, mule deer, pronghorn and mountain goats while learning about the geology, history and ecology of the Greater Yellowstone area. Please keep in mind that the tour route varies seasonally based on the group’s interest, road closures, and wildlife migration.

Globe Trekkers is all about giving you The VIP and attention you deserve! These are private tours (your party only), hotel pick up and drop off included, you call the stops, we take your photos for you, And we offer complimentary snacks and drinks. Your day tour starts in Missoula and takes you to The Most Beautiful National Park in The United States. This small group tour, no more than 4, is a jeep safari or SUV You will have your own tour guide as well as your own professional photographer. Stops at The National Bison Range as well as Flathead Lake.

Float past gorgeous mountain scenery along the Middle Fork of the Flathead River on an afternoon trip from West Glacier. Calm, peaceful water means this is a great trip for families, and you’ll learn about Glacier National Park history, culture, plants, and animals as you float. Provided gear helps keep you warm and comfortable in a wide range of weather conditions.

Explore Glacier National Park's Wild and Scenic border river, the Middle Fork Flathead, with our highly trained, friendly, interpretive river guides. First, float a relaxing stretch of river. Next, your guide selects a secluded spot for a delicious, buffet style lunch. Our kitchen sources locally and organically whenever possible, and you’ll taste the difference! After lunch, explore 9 named rapids - typically rated class II and III. This is a fun and splashy adventure through pristine, glacially fed waters! Finally, float beneath Glacier’s historic Old Belton Bridge. Your adventure ends in West Glacier with a 5 minute bus ride back to our campus. Trips depart rain or shine. Trips meet at 9:15am, 9:45am departure. No experience necessary. No maximum weight - must be able to buckle a 58" chest life jacket. Minimum age 5, minimum weight of 50 pounds. Minimums may be higher if river levels are higher, as they often are in the spring.

Experience the thrill of white-water rafting combined with the majestic scenery of Glacier National Park on a rafting trip along the Flathead River. Rafting offers a unique vantage point for taking in the scenery and is an ideal platform for spotting wildlife within the remote park. Plus, the team sport gets your group working together and engaging, making it ideal for families, friends, and co-workers.

Succumb to the serenity of the Yellowstone River during a scenic 2-hour float on an inflated raft. With a professional guide, meander 6 miles past stunning scenery and incredible wildlife while listening to informative commentary. Bring a waterproof camera in order to capture photographs of Osprey birds and the magnificent Gallatin Mountains as you cruise down the beautiful river. This excursion is perfect for families with young children, and for those who prefer a more relaxed alternative to white water rafting.

Yellowstone National Park is one of the few places where visitors can observe wolves in the wild in their natural habitat. Join us for this limited opportunity to view and learn about one of Yellowstone’s most famous apex predators, the Gray Wolf. Winter and spring months are historically the best seasons of year to view these wild predators in their natural habitat. During these Winter and Spring months, many of Yellowstone’s large mammals - bison, elk, mule deer and big horn sheep congregate in the lower elevations of Yellowstone’s northern range. Because these large mammals provide the primary food source of the gray wolves they are naturally attracted to these areas. The conditions are best for wolf observation. On this outing we will depart before sunrise and head into Yellowstone’s northern range & ultimately arrive in the wildlife rich Lamar Valley. Our guides utilize many resources to keep close tabs on wildlife activity. We look forward to sharing this experience with you.

Globe Trekkers is all about giving you The VIP and attention you deserve! These are private tours (your party only), hotel pick up and drop off included, you call the stops, we take your photos for you, And we offer complimentary snacks and drinks. An awesome exhilarating safari experience! Guest will have private transportation with a professional photographer and guide. You will experience abundant wildlife, geysers, majestic mountains, and canyons. Highlights include; Old Faithful Geyser, Mammoth Springs, The Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and Falls. The original Yellowstone Arch Entrance, Several wildlife vistas and viewing areas. Special request are welcome.

Guest will have private transportation to and from Gardiner with a professional photographer and guide. You will experience abundant wildlife, geysers, majestic mountains, and canyons.

An awesome exhilarating jeep safari experience! Do you only have one day in Yellowstone? This tour takes you to the major highlights of The world's first and famous national park with your very own personal photographer and field guide. You will see abundant wildlife and geothermal features not found anywhere else on earth. this tour is LGBTQ friendly.

Globe Trekkers is all about giving you The VIP and attention you deserve! These are private tours (your party only), hotel pick up and drop off included, you call the stops, we take your photos for you, And we offer complimentary snacks and drinks. Private guided Day Tour of Yellowstone National Park in a Jeep. All the Grand highlights of the park. The guide serves as Driver, Tour Guide, and personal photographer. The largest group size is 4, with a minimum of 1.