Jackson Hole wildlife tour: Moose, elk & Grand Teton

Four hours tracking moose, elk, bison and wolves across two protected valleys

This afternoon wildlife tour departs Jackson or Teton Village at 1:00pm and returns around 5:00pm, covering the National Elk Refuge and Grand Teton National Park with a local guide, park entry and binoculars included. The tour searches for moose, elk, bison, bighorn sheep, coyotes, foxes, eagles and wolves. A minimum of three participants is required. The operator offers an alternative date or full refund if the group does not meet this threshold.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. National Elk Refuge40m · entry included
2. Grand Teton National Park4h · entry included

Afternoon wildlife tour in Jackson Hole

• Depart from Teton Village or Jackson lodging
• Visit National Elk Refuge to spot wildlife
• Explore Grand Teton National Park habitats
• Search for elk, bison, moose, wolves, eagles
• Return to starting point around 5:00pm

The experience

What animals are actually out there in the afternoon? The National Elk Refuge opens the day with elk, bighorn sheep, eagles, coyotes and more. Then the tour moves into Grand Teton National Park's prime habitat, where moose, bison, wolves and eagles roam the valleys and ridges. A local guide drives and knows where to look: the animals move with the season and the light, so the guide's knowledge of their patterns is what turns a scenic drive into actual sightings. You'll have binoculars in hand the whole time, and the guide handles navigation so you can focus on the landscape and the animals moving through it.

The tour runs four hours, which means you leave at 1:00pm from your Jackson or Teton Village lodging and return around 5:00pm. That window fits an afternoon without consuming the whole day. You can have breakfast in town, take the tour, and still have evening light for dinner or a walk. The route covers both refuges and parks in a single loop, so you're not backtracking. The guide picks the roads and timing based on where wildlife is most active that day. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, so you don't need to arrange transport or navigate to a meeting point.

Rain, snow or shine, the tour operates as scheduled: dress for the weather and the season. A small amount of walking happens at stops, but the bulk of the day is spent in the vehicle. Children must be at least 6 years old. Bottled water is provided, and all park fees and taxes are built into the price.

What’s included

• Local guide fluent in English or Spanish.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Jackson Hole.
• Grand Teton National Park entry fee.
• use of binoculars.
• bottled water.
• all taxes and fees.

Before you book

Days and timesMonday to SaturdayDeparts at 13:00

Book up to2d before

AgesAdult (6 and older) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish and Spanish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 41 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 25 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by Yellowstone Day Tours

Is this one for you?Four hours leaves room for a full morning or evening elsewhere in Jackson Hole, so this works as an afternoon addition to a longer stay rather than a full-day commitment. If you want to see the animals without spending the whole day in the vehicle, the afternoon window is the trade-off that makes it possible.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

What animals might I actually see on this tour?

The tour searches the National Elk Refuge and Grand Teton National Park for moose, elk, bison, bighorn sheep, coyotes, foxes, eagles and wolves. Sightings depend on the season and where the animals are that day. The local guide knows the patterns and the best spots to look.

Does the tour include park entry?

Yes, Grand Teton National Park entry is included in the tour price, along with binoculars and a local guide.

What time does the tour depart and return?

The tour departs at 1:00pm from your Jackson or Teton Village lodging and returns around 5:00pm, for a total of four hours.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel pickup and drop-off in Jackson Hole are included. The guide collects you from your lodging and returns you at the end of the tour.

What's the minimum group size?

A minimum of three participants is required to operate the tour. If the group does not meet this threshold after confirmation, the operator offers an alternative tour date or a full refund.