West Thumb in Yellowstone National Park is the top spot to visit on your Yellowstone tour from Jackson Hole

10 Yellowstone tours from Jackson Hole + tours from Bozeman and West Yellowstone

Are you looking for Yellowstone tours from Jackson Hole?

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Yellowstone National Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the oldest national park in the United States. Covering an area bigger than the states of Delaware and Rhode Island, Yellowstone requires time and effort.

Many visitors use Jackson Hole as their base for visiting Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, which can be visited on a day trip. However, checking these national parks off your bucket list requires a vehicle. If you want to avoid pricey car rentals during the high summer season in Jackson Hole, you’ve come to the right place.

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In this article, I will go over some of the best Yellowstone tours from Jackson Hole that are perfect for hiking lovers, wildlife enthusiasts, and first-time visitors.

As a bonus, I also added two tours from West Yellowstone and Bozeman, so you can plan your adventure however you like.

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1. Old Faithful – Lower Loop Yellowstone – Group Tours

One of the most popular Yellowstone tours from Jackson Hole, this adventure runs exclusively from May 10 through the end of October.

Operated by the Yellowstone Safari Tours, this adventure includes detailed explanations of the geological landscapes in both Grand Teton and Yellowstone.

The tour allows minimum 4, and maximum 8 people.

The company has excellent reviews on TripAdvisor and has been in business for a number of years. By booking this guided tour, you will gain a better understanding of flora and fauna as well as the unique geology and topography of Yellowstone which was formed over a million years.

Unlike most visitors who only get basic information, you will walk away as a real expert on the Yellowstone and its environment.

What’s included:

  • Lunch
  • Binoculars
  • Park entrance fees

What’s not included:

  • Gratuities

✅ CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR TOUR OF LOWER LOOP YELLOWSTONE

Geysers are some of the top highlights of Yellowstone tours from Jackson Hole

2. Yellowstone National Park – Full-Day Lower Loop Tour from Jackson Hole

This full-day tour is a perfect way to check off the major highlights of Yellowstone from Jackson Hole.

The tour includes stops at popular attractions like the Grand Canyon Waterfalls, Grand Prismatic Spring, and Old Faithful.

Your guide will give you binoculars and help to spot some of the most amazing animals like eagles, moose, elk, wolves, and even bears.

What’s included:

  • National Park fees
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off at select Jackson Hotel area lodgings
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch

What’s not included:

  • Gratuities

✅ CLICK HERE TO BOOK A TOUR OF YELLOWSTONE LOWER LOOP

September is the best time to visit Yellowstone to avoid crowds

3. Yellowstone National Park Tour from Jackson Hole

This popular tour of Yellowstone from Jackson Hole is a perfect opportunity to experience the top highlights of the famous park like the eruption of the Old Faithful, and the Fountain Paint Pot Stand in awe of the towering waterfall at the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone.

You can also get a view of the most iconic features like canyons, rivers, and geothermal features like hot springs and fumaroles, and learn about the unique geology of America’s First National Park.

And don’t forget to keep your eyes peeled for some cool wildlife – your guide will help you to spot many animals like bison, foxes, and wolves.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK YELLOWSTONE TOUR FROM JACKSON HOLE

What’s included:

  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Binoculars/Spotting Scopes

What’s not included:

  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • National Park Entrance Fees
Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming can be visited on a day tour from Jackson.

4. Grand Teton National Park Tour from Jackson Hole

While most Yellowstone tours from Jackson Hole cover Yellowstone, this tour makes a stop at Grand Teton National Park, famous for its spectacular mountain scenery and diverse wildlife like eagles, beavers, and moose.

The tour offers a chance to see the dramatic views of this national park from the comfort of the coach vehicle while learning about the most interesting features of the Grand Teton from a coach vehicle.

Hiking one of the trails is one of the best Things To Do In Grand Teton National Park

Explore some of the highlights of the Grand Teton like the beautiful Jenny Lake, Menor’s Ferry, and Chapel of the Transfiguration – both of which are listed on the US National Register of Historic Places. Other historic sites on the list include Maude Noble’s Cabin and Menor’s Ferry.

What’s included:

  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Binoculars
  • Spotting Scope

What’s not included:

  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • National Park Entrance Fees

CLICK HERE TO BOOK GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK TOUR FROM JACKSON HOLE

Some of the best tours of Yellowstone from Jackson include stops at Lower Loop

5. Yellowstone National Park – Private Full-Day Lower Loop Tour

Yellowstone covers more than 3,400 square miles (2,221,766 acres) more than Delaware and Rhode Island. This is a huge territory, and if you are visiting Yellowstone for the first time, it could be challenging.

A private full-day tour of Yellowstone from Jackson Hole allows you to explore the Lower Loop where you can see many highlights like Old Faithful, Artist Point overlook, Oxbow Bend overlook, Fountain Paint Pot trail, and the Upper Falls. Since the tour is private, it can be adjusted to suit your interests.

What’s included:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Park Entry Fees
  • Use of Binoculars
  • Private transportation

What’s not included:

  • Gratuities

CLICK HERE TO BOOK FULL DAY LOWER LOOP FROM YELLOWSTONE

Mud Volcano is one of the highlights of many popular Yellowstone tours from Jackson Hole.

6. Yellowstone Old Faithful, Waterfalls and Wildlife Day Tour

A popular full-day tour of Yellowstone allows you to explore the highlights of Yellowstone like Old Faithful and the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. You will also have opportunities to see the wildlife including bears, elk, moose, and bison in the morning when they are the most active.

Your guide will go over the park’s history, ecology, and geology. Observe Old Faithful geyser and the fountain paint pots and mud pots.

What’s included:

  • Professional guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • Picnic Lunch/Snacks Beverages
  • Use of binoculars
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Jackson Hole

What’s not included:

  • Gratuities recommended at 10-15% of tour cost
  • National Park fees (Approx. $40)

CLICK HERE TO BOOK WATERFALLS AND WILDLIFE DAY TOUR

7. Private Full-Day Yellowstone National Park Tour

This fun private tour of Yellowstone is a perfect way to see the highlights of this national park in just one day. After you get picked up, you will travel past the Grand Tetons to the entrance of the park.

You will enjoy the highlights like Old Faithful, the Fountain Paint Pot, and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Your guide will also give you the binoculars to spot wildlife.

What’s included:

  • Binoculars
  • Spotting Scope
  • Professional guide
  • Luxury Transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Lunch

What’s not included:

  • Gratuities
  • Park Entrance Fees

CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PRIVATE FULL DAY TOUR OF YELLOWSTONE

Learning about the unique geological features like mud pots one of the best things to do in Yellowstone

8. 2-Day Yellowstone National Park Upper and Lower Loop

If you have extra time, this fun 2-day tour of Yellowstone from Jackson Hole is a perfect way to discover the national park without rushing through.

The adventure includes overnight accommodation at a hot springs resort, subject to availability in addition to wildlife, geysers, and a chance to learn the history of the park from your guide.

Check my guide to the best things to do in Yellowstone

During these two days, you will have enough time to explore the Upper and Lower Loop of Yellowstone, enjoy short hikes, and explore the geology of this national park.

What’s included:

  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Binoculars and spotting scope provided
  • Lunch

What’s not included:

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Lodging
  • Park entrance fees
  • Guide Gratuity

CLICK HERE TO BOOK A 2-DAY TOUR OF YELLOWSTONE

9. VIP Yellowstone Private Tour from Jackson

A personalized tour of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks offers you a chance to explore the best of these two national parks in just a day. It’s a perfect option if you are visiting Jackson Hole for a short time, and want to get the most out of your trip.

Your tour guide will show you all the can’t-miss highlights of the park and help to spot cool wildlife along the way. The tour allows a maximum of four travelers.

What’s included:

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All fees and taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
  • Binoculars
  • Hotel or AirBnB drop-off and pick-up

What’s not included:

  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PRIVATE TOUR OF YELLOWSTONE

Mammoth Hot Springs Yellowstone is one of the most popular stops on a classic Yellowstone itinerary

10. Private All-Day Tour of Yellowstone National Park

This private full-day tour allows you to see more of Yellowstone Lower Loop than you would on your own. Enjoy visiting geysers, canyons and taking short hikes at your own pace, and make a stop at Old Faithful.

What’s included:

  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Use of binoculars
  • Bottled water
  • National Park
  • Entry Fees

What’s not included:

  • Gratuities

CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PRIVATE FULL DAY TOUR OF YELLOWSTONE

Best hotels in Jackson, Wyoming

  • Hotel Jackson – a one of the best hotels in Jackson, this property boasts a restaurant, bar, fitness center and is located less than 5 minutes away from downtown Jackson.
  • The White Buffalo Club – a luxury hotel offers a spa and wellness center and an airport shuttle. If you are looking for comfort, it’s one of the best places to stay in Jackson, Wyoming.
  • Elk Country Inn – a popular stay near downtown Jackson, Elk County Inn has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, excellent breakfast and free parking.

Renting a car in Jackson, Wyoming

If you want to explore Yellowstone without a tour, you will need to rent a vehicle. You will find several car rentals in Jackson Hole Airport or around Jackson.

I suggest DiscoverCars, a platform where you can browse dozens of options before arriving in Jackson! This way, you can choose the right vehicle for your trip and also buy insurance, if you want.

CLICK HERE TO BOOK A CAR RENTAL IN JACKSON HOLE

If you want to visit Yellowstone National Park from West Yellowstone, you can book one of the guided tours.

Best Yellowstone Tours from West Yellowstone

While most people visit Yellowstone from Jackson Hole, another option to check out this national park is from West Yellowstone.

11. VIP Private Boutique Tour of Yellowstone’s Lower Loop

A private, customizable tour of Yellowstone Lower Loop from West Yellowstone with a personal guide and driver who knows how to capture the best views and see the most wildlife.

Your guide will help you to spot the highlights of the park, so you can have an awesome experience and take home high-quality snapshots thanks to your guide’s photography skills.

What’s included:

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Binoculars
  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Hotel or AirBnB
  • Drop-off and Pick-up

What’s not induced:

  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

CLICK HERE TO BOOK A PRIVATE TOUR OF YELLOWSTONE

12. Yellowstone National Park – Full-Day Lower Loop Tour

This full-day tour of Yellowstone allows you to enjoy the highlights including the Grand Prismatic Spring, the Mud Pots, and the Old Faithful geyser; enjoy spectacular views over the Grand Canyon; and look out for native wildlife including grizzly bears, grey wolves, and bison.

Amazing views and photo opportunities at Yellowstone National Park Spot wildlife and stunning features of Yellowstone like geysers, hot springs, and fumaroles.

What’s included:

  • National Park fees
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off at select West Yellowstone area lodgings
  • Lunch
  • Expertise of a local guide
  • Bottled water
  • Breakfast

What’s not included:

  • Gratuities

CLICK HERE TO A PRIVATE A LOWER LOOP TOUR FROM WEST YELLOWSTONE

Best Yellowstone tours from Bozeman

Grand Canyon of Yellowstone is one of the stops on a Yellowstone tour from Bozeman

Private VIP Yellowstone Day Tour from Bozeman

This private tour from Bozeman is a perfect opportunity to discover Yellowstone National Park

The tour covers lots of ground during this tour which includes the Old Faithful Geyser, Mammoth Springs, and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. During your adventure, you will see popular landmarks like the Old Faithful Geyser and visit several wildlife-viewing spots for photographs

What’s included:

  • Fees and taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Private transportation
  • Snacks
  • Hotel drop-off and pick-up

What’s not included:

  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

CLICK HERE TO BOOK A YELLOWSTONE TOUR FROM BOZEMAN

Yellowstone Tours From Jackson Hole: the final word

Guided tours of Yellowstone from Jackson Hole are a perfect way to enjoy this national park from Jackson if you are short on time and don’t have a car rental. Whether you are traveling by yourself, with your family, or want a more customizable experience, I hope you were able to find the right tour for your trip.