Lower Loop Van Tour from West Yellowstone: Grand Prismatic and Old Faithful
Yellowstone Hiking Guides
4.9
stanleya290
14 days ago
Spencer was a 1st class guide , very knowledgeable, and professional, and he made the day an unforgettable experience. I don’t hesitate to recommend this tour and Spencer to anybody I speak to , thanks for the experience, Stan UK
This Active Van Tour is a great way to see Yellowstone National Park beginning 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 hike to an overlook of the famous Grand Prismatic Hot Springs. If you don't feel like walking we find a safe, scenic spot for you to wait for the group. Next we explore the Old Faithful area, including some time at the famous Old Faithful Inn. We continue over the continental divide and down to the West Thumb Geyser Basin on Yellowstone Lake for a view of some spectacular lakeside thermal pools. Continuing our drive along Yellowstone Lake we arrive at the Mud Volcano near the Hayden Valley. See bison roam along the Yellowstone River. Finally, we arrive at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone to view the canyon and the amazing Lower Falls at Artist Point. The day concludes back at West Yellowstone.
Departure Point
- This is not the Madison Campground. This the parking lot where the restrooms are located near the Madison Amphitheater. We meet here at 7:45AM. There is no cell reception at this location.
- For travelers staying outside of West Yellowstone, we meet at the West Yellowstone Visitor Center parking lot. We meet here during a window of 7AM to 7:15AM once all hotel pickups are completed.
- This is not the Madison Campground. This the parking lot where the restrooms are located near the Madison Amphitheater. We meet here at 7:45AM. There is no cell reception at this location.
- For travelers staying outside of West Yellowstone, we meet at the West Yellowstone Visitor Center parking lot. We meet here during a window of 7AM to 7:15AM once all hotel pickups are completed.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Madison RiverMadison Junction, WyomingDrive along the Madison River and watch wildlife in the early morning light.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Grand Prismatic SpringMidway Geyser Basin, WyomingHike to a viewpoint of the Grand Prismatic Hot Springs. This hike is along an old stagecoach road before climbing 200 feet to see one of the largest hot springs on earth. We arrive early to beat the heat and crowds. This is a must see while visiting Yellowstone!Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Old FaithfulUpper Geyser Basin Trl, Yellowstone National Park, WyomingWe watch Old Faithful erupt near the historic Old Faithful Inn. If time permits, you can explore the Inn or the Visitor Center to learn more about Yellowstone National Park. Old Faithful erupts every 90 minutes. Duration: 1 hourStop At: Continental DivideYellowstone National Park, WY 82190We take a short stop at the Continental Divide, where water drains to the Gulf and Pacific Ocean.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: West Thumb Geyser BasinWyomingThis beautiful geyser basin along the shores of Yellowstone Lake has hot springs, geysers, and mud pots. We hike a boardwalk trail to see the Fishing Cone and Black Pool.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Yellowstone Geysers - Mud Volcano AreaWyomingWe take a short stroll to the Mud Volcano and Dragon's Mouth. Listen to the super volcano breath with powerful mud churning and steam billowing out. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Hayden ValleyWyomingWe stop for wildlife viewing in one of Yellowstone's most iconic valleys. This valley is home to more bears than anywhere else in the Park. We sometimes spot wolves, elk, and trumpeter swans along the Yellowstone River.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Grand Canyon of the YellowstoneWyomingStop to see stunning views of the wonderous colors and thundering falls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. We take a short break at Artist Point to see the 308 foot Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River.Duration: 20 minutesAdditional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Binoculars for viewing wildlife at a safe distance
- Spotting scope for viewing wildlife at a safe distance
This Active Van Tour is a great way to see Yellowstone National Park beginning 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 hike to an overlook of the famous Grand Prismatic Hot Springs. If you don't feel like walking we find a safe, scenic spot for you to wait for the group. Next we explore the Old Faithful area, including some time at the famous Old Faithful Inn. We continue over the continental divide and down to the West Thumb Geyser Basin on Yellowstone Lake for a view of some spectacular lakeside thermal pools. Continuing our drive along Yellowstone Lake we arrive at the Mud Volcano near the Hayden Valley. See bison roam along the Yellowstone River. Finally, we arrive at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone to view the canyon and the amazing Lower Falls at Artist Point. The day concludes back at West Yellowstone.
Departure Point
- This is not the Madison Campground. This the parking lot where the restrooms are located near the Madison Amphitheater. We meet here at 7:45AM. There is no cell reception at this location.
- For travelers staying outside of West Yellowstone, we meet at the West Yellowstone Visitor Center parking lot. We meet here during a window of 7AM to 7:15AM once all hotel pickups are completed.
- This is not the Madison Campground. This the parking lot where the restrooms are located near the Madison Amphitheater. We meet here at 7:45AM. There is no cell reception at this location.
- For travelers staying outside of West Yellowstone, we meet at the West Yellowstone Visitor Center parking lot. We meet here during a window of 7AM to 7:15AM once all hotel pickups are completed.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Madison RiverMadison Junction, WyomingDrive along the Madison River and watch wildlife in the early morning light.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Grand Prismatic SpringMidway Geyser Basin, WyomingHike to a viewpoint of the Grand Prismatic Hot Springs. This hike is along an old stagecoach road before climbing 200 feet to see one of the largest hot springs on earth. We arrive early to beat the heat and crowds. This is a must see while visiting Yellowstone!Duration: 45 minutesStop At: Old FaithfulUpper Geyser Basin Trl, Yellowstone National Park, WyomingWe watch Old Faithful erupt near the historic Old Faithful Inn. If time permits, you can explore the Inn or the Visitor Center to learn more about Yellowstone National Park. Old Faithful erupts every 90 minutes. Duration: 1 hourStop At: Continental DivideYellowstone National Park, WY 82190We take a short stop at the Continental Divide, where water drains to the Gulf and Pacific Ocean.Duration: 5 minutesStop At: West Thumb Geyser BasinWyomingThis beautiful geyser basin along the shores of Yellowstone Lake has hot springs, geysers, and mud pots. We hike a boardwalk trail to see the Fishing Cone and Black Pool.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Yellowstone Geysers - Mud Volcano AreaWyomingWe take a short stroll to the Mud Volcano and Dragon's Mouth. Listen to the super volcano breath with powerful mud churning and steam billowing out. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Hayden ValleyWyomingWe stop for wildlife viewing in one of Yellowstone's most iconic valleys. This valley is home to more bears than anywhere else in the Park. We sometimes spot wolves, elk, and trumpeter swans along the Yellowstone River.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Grand Canyon of the YellowstoneWyomingStop to see stunning views of the wonderous colors and thundering falls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. We take a short break at Artist Point to see the 308 foot Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River.Duration: 20 minutesAdditional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Binoculars for viewing wildlife at a safe distance
- Spotting scope for viewing wildlife at a safe distance
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stanleya290
Spencer was a 1st class guide , very knowledgeable, and professional, and he made the day an unforgettable experience. I don’t hesitate to recommend this tour and Spencer to anybody I speak to , thanks for the experience, Stan UK
Rebecca_L
Totally totally worth the money. Joshua, our guide was so knowledgeable. Since it was the last day of the season we had a private guide to ourselves. His wife packed us the biggest sack last we have ever had. Hubby and I couldn’t eat everything. So accommodating . 5 plus stars. I am sure we would have missed so many points of interest if we had not had the guide. Thanks for the memories?”!
A8314JHjoeb
Great tour of a lot of great park features. We saw wildlife, Old Faithful, Yellowstone lake as well as many other cool spots. Thank you Spencer for an incredible day!
N4137KPcassieb
My husband and I traveled out to Montana for our baby-moon. Yellowstone Hiking Guides were recommended by our travel agent and was one of the most affordable tours that we could find. Before we even arrived, their communication was top notch: they were very fast to respond and answered all of my questions. They were even very accommodating with their lunch options as I am 29 weeks pregnant. Spencer, our guide, was amazing and very knowledgeable, answering all of our questions about the history of the park, the creation of the different springs and gyres, the flora and fauna, offered to take photos without us asking and other information. We will for sure becoming back as we only did the lower loop and now need to do the upper loop! When we do return, we know who we’re going to book a tour with!
Jeff_M
Great time ! The tour guide was excellent! Would recommend to anyone visiting the park! Checked all of the boxes!!