Full-Day Yellowstone Upper Northern Loop Tour
Overview
Today we'll be touring Yellowstone's upper, or northern loop, including visiting the best location in the lower 48 states to see wildlife! There are frequent stops along the way!
Starting in West Yellowstone, we'll travel along the Grand Loop Road until we get to Canyon Village, where we'll head north, climbing up Dunraven Pass towards Mount Washburn. The tour passes through good grizzly bear terrain before stopping at Tower Falls. The Lamar Valley, Yellowstone's prime area for wildlife viewing, is the next major destination, followed by Mammoth Hot Springs. There is almost always an elk herd to be seen at Mammoth, along with the famous terraces and historic Fort Yellowstone.
Roaring Mountain is on the way to Norris Geyser Basin, which is made up of two separate geyser basins and includes the world's highest active geyser.
Time permitting, other locations at which we may stop include Calcite Springs, Undine Falls, and Obsidian Cliff.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Services of a skilled guide
- Gratuities
- Park Entry - $20 (exempt if you have NPS/Senior/Military/Veteran/Yellowstone Car Pass)
- Meals
Meeting and Pickup
We pick up at all lodging properties, including cabins and apartments, within West Yellowstone itself.
530 Targhee Pass Highway
West Yellowstone, MT 59758, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Mammoth Hot Springs
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lamar Valley
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Norris Porcelain Basin
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Norris Back Basin
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Dunraven Pass
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Tower Fall
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Roaring Mountain
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grand Loop Road
5 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Pets are not permitted in most of Yellowstone.
- Yellowstone is located at altitude. Check with your medical professional that you'll be OK.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
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Activity code: C-299947P13
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- Services of a skilled guide.
- Gratuities.
- Park Entry - $20 (exempt if you have NPS/Senior/Military/Veteran/Yellowstone Car Pass).
- Meals.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Full-Day Yellowstone Upper Northern Loop Tour is as follows:
- Pets are not permitted in most of Yellowstone.
- Yellowstone is located at altitude. Check with your medical professional that you'll be OK.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Full-Day Yellowstone Upper Northern Loop Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Services of a skilled guide
- Gratuities
- Park Entry - $20 (exempt if you have NPS/Senior/Military/Veteran/Yellowstone Car Pass)
- Meals
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Pets are not permitted in most of Yellowstone.
- Yellowstone is located at altitude. Check with your medical professional that you'll be OK.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers
