Upper Loop Tour and Lamar Valley from West Yellowstone with Lunch
Overview
This Wildlife Viewing Van Tour is a great way to see the unique animals of Yellowstone National Park. We begin in the fun gateway town of West Yellowstone.
The early morning part of the tour explores wildlife haunts in the famous Shadow Canyon of the Madison River. This area is home to bear and elk.
Later we scope for wildlife on the shoulders of one of Yellowstone's tallest peaks, Mount Washburn.
Next we explore the Lamar Valley, known as the Serengeti of North America. We will use spotting scopes to look for wolves, bears and other wildlife. Enjoy a hot drink and morning snack while watching wolves.
Next we visit the Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces for a short walk. If you don't feel like walking we find a safe, scenic spot for you to wait for the group near the van.
Finally, we head back toward West Yellowstone stopping for additional wildlife sightings along the way.
The day concludes back at West Yellowstone.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Hot coffee/tea/cocoa while watching wildlife
- Lunch Sandwich, apple, nuts, snacks (Turkey/Veggie/Vegan/Gluten Free Options) *Please notify YHG with any food allergies or dietary restrictions*
- Snacks Brown Bag with snacks
- Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Van with large windows for wildlife sightings
- Spotting Scope for viewing wildlife at a safe distance
- Binoculars for personal use to view wildlife
- Yellowstone Entrance Fee: Unless You Have an Annual Pass, which is good for 4 people in your party
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
We will meet at the lobby of any hotel in West Yellowstone of any or any vacation rental within the boundaries of West Yellowstone. Pick ups begin at 6AM.
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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Madison River
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mount Washburn
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lamar Valley
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Gibbon Meadows (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
- Tea and coffee. Hot coffee/tea/cocoa while watching wildlife.
- Lunch. Sandwich, apple, nuts, snacks (Turkey/Veggie/Vegan/Gluten Free Options) *Please notify YHG with any food allergies or dietary restrictions*.
- Snacks. Brown Bag with snacks.
- Carbonated beverages. Soda/Pop.
- Bottled water.
- Van with large windows for wildlife sightings.
- Spotting Scope for viewing wildlife at a safe distance.
- Binoculars for personal use to view wildlife.
- Yellowstone Entrance Fee: Unless You Have an Annual Pass, which is good for 4 people in your party.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Upper Loop Tour and Lamar Valley from West Yellowstone with Lunch is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Upper Loop Tour and Lamar Valley from West Yellowstone with Lunch 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.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeHot coffee/tea/cocoa while watching wildlife
- LunchSandwich, apple, nuts, snacks (Turkey/Veggie/Vegan/Gluten Free Options) *Please notify YHG with any food allergies or dietary restrictions*
- SnacksBrown Bag with snacks
- Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Van with large windows for wildlife sightings
- Spotting Scope for viewing wildlife at a safe distance
- Binoculars for personal use to view wildlife
- Yellowstone Entrance Fee: Unless You Have an Annual Pass, which is good for 4 people in your party
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
