Follow the call of the wild and have a “howling” good time with our pack as we explore a winter wonderland in search of Grey Wolves and other iconic wildlife of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem
Overview
- Group Size: 6 – 11
- Activity Level: Easy
- Tour Length: 6 days / 5 nights
- Lodging: Hotel & Lodge
- Single Room Option: Limited availability
- Pre-Tour: US-Based support
- On Tour: 24/7 Tour Leader
Includes
- Professional guide
- Lodging: 5 nights double occupancy
- Transportation: Sprinter vans
- Meals: According to itinerary
- All National Park fees
- Airport transfer
- Detailed packing list
- Onsite 24/7 support
Excludes
- Airfare: To / From Bozeman, Montana
- Hotel incidentals
- Beverages: Drinks with meals, alcohol, bottled beverages
- Gratuity: $370 USD per person
- Travel insurance: Emergency medical required
- Snow coach add-on
- Personal spending money
Tour Highlights
- Spend your days in the company of expert local guides search for wolves, elk, bison, and other charismatic mega-fauna.
- Get moving! Explore Mammoth Hot Springs on foot and go snowshoeing with your guide.
- Meet the experts. Enjoy a private dinner presentation from a Yellowstone Wolf Biologist, learning about the latest updates on Wolf Research in Yellowstone.
- Immerse yourself in the winter splendor of Yellowstone’s stunning landscape and wildlife, an intimate experience you won’t forget.
- Use of optics for wildlife viewing
Available Tour Dates
Yellowstone Winter Wolves & Wildlife
Women’s Adventure 2026
January 11 – 16, 2026
Our Yellowstone Winter Wolves & Wildlife Women’s Adventure will prowl the Northern Yellowstone Range in search of Gray Wolves. Participants will see, photograph, and learn about wolves in the wild, and gain a better understanding of the complexity of wolf conservation in the United States.
Join us for an unforgettable multi-day winter wolves and wildlife safari. We’ll spend 4 days exploring the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, focusing on the Northern Range of Yellowstone National Park, some of the best wolf habitat in the lower 48 States!
Why Yellowstone Women’s Winter Wolves?
Who hasn’t tried to imitate a lone wolf howling at the moon? Humans have been both fascinated and fearful of wolves for centuries. In the 1920s the last wolf pack of Yellowstone was eradicated by the US Government because the philosophy at the time was that less wolves meant more deer and elk. As time played out, the opposite became true and without wolves, the ecosystem was off balance. In the 1990s wolves from Canada were introduced by wildlife biologists into Yellowstone, and since then, Yellowstone has become a setting to study the importance of Gray Wolves as a keystone species which many other species relies on for survival.
On this Yellowstone Women’s Winter Wolves & Wildlife Adventure we hope to ignite your fascination with wolves. Participants will observe wolves in their natural habitat and learn about their physical and behavioral adaptations that make them an apex predator in the ecosystem, including their complex social structures and cooperative hunting skills. Participants will meet experts in the field who are studying the wolves of Yellowstone. We want participants to learn first-hand about the issues affecting the conservation of wild wolves and why we need to protect them.
Not Just Wolves!
More than wolves! Our Yellowstone Winter Wolves & Wildlife Women’s Adventure are small groups, each departure is limited to just 11 participants. We will explore together like an extended family in the warm company of like-minded women and led by expert local guides. With Yellowstone as their backyard, you can be assured that our naturalist will introduce you to all of the wildlife in the park and surrounding areas. You can expect to see bison, moose, elk, pronghorn deer, bighorn sheep, swans, eagles, coyotes, foxes, and ermine.
All women welcome!
This women-only adventure tour is for anyone who would like to learn about wolves and the ecology of Yellowstone National Park. The tour is open to women ages 18 and older. Winter in Yellowstone is often a challenging and cold environment. Daytime Temperatures are often below 30 degrees F and can reach below zero in this high elevation (more than 5000’) environment. Tours typically encounter snowy, icy, wet, and cold conditions. Come prepared to spend time outside in the cold experiencing the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem!
Meet Your Team
Lori Anderson
Tour Leader
On our Yellowstone Winter Wolves & Wildlife Women’s adventure, your Green Edventures tour Leader is your first Edventure buddy and cheerleader, keeping the group connected while handling unexpected challenges with ease. Together with local guides & experts, this dynamic team ensures your trip is smooth and extraordinary, whether uncovering hidden gems, adapting to surprises, or fostering camaraderie among participants. With their expertise and care, your tour will be an unforgettable journey of discovery, transformation, and connection.
Available Tour Dates
Yellowstone Winter Wolves & Wildlife
Women’s Adventure 2026
January 11 – 16, 2026
Tour Map
Mammoth Hotel
Bozeman Hotel
Paradise Valley
Mammoth Hotsprings
Gardiner, MT
Lamar Valley
Undine Falls, Yellowstone
Old Faithful Geyser Basin
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Welcome
Arrive in Bozeman and take the airport shuttle to the hotel. Your trip leader will meet you for a welcome dinner, where you will get to know other participants and prepare to explore winter in the American Serengeti. It’s one of the quietest times of year to visit Yellowstone, meaning we will be among a dedicated few experiencing the park during this incredible time of year.
Overnight at the Best Western GranTree Hotel, Bozeman
Meals: D
Day 2: Bozeman to Paradise Valley
Departing Bozeman this morning we’ll experience the winter vistas of the Paradise Valley. As we follow the Yellowstone River up towards Yellowstone National Park.
Depending on the departure time from the hotel, we will have lunch on route to Gardiner or in Gardiner.
At Yellowstone, the group will visit the famous Roosevelt Arch for a formal arrival to the park, and explore the wildlife-rich winter range of pronghorn, elk, and deer.
Check in follows at the Absaroka Lodge in Gardiner, where the group stays until the last night. From your room, the views of the Yellowstone River and its rolling hills and snow-clad mountains astound! The Absaroka Lodge features balconies in each room overlooking the Yellowstone River. Our evening meal will be prepared and served by our chef Zac Kellerman of Zac’s Montana Kitchen. Dinner is accompanied by an orientation for the days ahead.
Meals: BLD
Day 3: Yellowstone – Lamar Valley - Mammoth Hot Springs
An early morning departure creates our best chances of viewing active wildlife. Wolves will be our priority, but many wildlife species are seen along the way. We will search the park’s northern range for wildlife from bison to bears, badgers to bald eagles. Search areas include the Blacktail Plateau, the Slough Creek valley, and the famous wildlife haven, Lamar Valley, for resident wolf packs. Our search will team with rangers, scientists, and the eclectic wolf-watching faithful in a mutual effort to find and observe wildlife.
Lunch will be at Mammoth Hot Springs, followed by a walk through the terrace boardwalks to experience the amazing travertine hot springs, some of Yellowstone’s finest thermal features. An evening presentation accompanies Zac’s gourmet dinner at the Track Education Center in Gardiner.
Meals: BLD
Day 4: Northern Range Wildlife Viewing Continued
Our schedule will be similar to the previous day, as the goal is to look for multiple wolf packs and make observations of a variety of behaviors and activities (hunting, playing, traveling, feeding, (sleeping!), etc.). This time period is at the beginning of the breeding season for wolves, so courtship behavior may bring exceptional opportunities to view and learn. Lunch will be back in Gardiner, followed by an optional short hike. An after-dinner evening session at the center in Gardiner will feature one of our special guest speakers, to be announced. Past speakers have included Dr. Douglas Smith, film-maker Bob Landis, canine geneticist Dr. Dan Stahler, and other distinguished experts in the field of wolf biology and behavior.
Optional Add On:
After the trip is confirmed, we will find out who would like to upgrade their trip to take the Snowcoach to Old Faithful Geyser Basis for an additional $300 per person plus the cost of lunch and gratuity to the driver. Price is subject to change until booked. The snowcoach is the only way to get into the interior of the park. It is a full-day adventure and a great way to see the geothermal areas.
Meals: BLD
Day 5: Yellowstone’s Northern Range and Visit With Dan & Cindy Hartman
To maximize our opportunities for viewing wolves, and many other wildlife species we will return to the Northern Range and Lamar Valley. Lamar is one of the best areas in the park for wolves and vast herds of bison and elk. The sheer abundance gives this area its well-earned nickname, ‘The Serengeti of North America.’
Lunch will be at the home and photography gallery of our good friends, Dan and Cindy Hartman, who live in Silver Gate, a small and charming mountain town outside the northeast entrance of the park. They are exceptional naturalists that share their many insights to wildlife in the area. After an afternoon return drive through the park and find a trail to take a walk on snowshoes, a final celebration dinner follows with Chef Zac in Gardiner.
Meals: BLD
Day 6: Transfer to Bozeman & End of Tour & Departures from Bozeman
After breakfast we will transport to the Bozeman airport (or a nearby destination) for mid-day airlines departures. Schedule flights to depart after noon. For those wishing to extend their trip, our partners recommend a visit to the Museum of the Rockies or skiing at nearby Bridger Bowl!
Reviews
What our adventurers say about our Yellowstone Winter Wolves & Wildlife Women’s Adventure Tour
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My Winter Wolves and Wildlife Adventure has just ended and it exceeded my every expectation. The trip was planned with exacting oversight by our Tour Leader Tara and everything went off without a hitch. … More She ensured that we had the best guide and tracker, Michelle from Yellowstone Wolf Tracker, and that our itinerary provided rich and rewarding experiences in Yellowstone. Understanding that our group was exceptionally lucky we were all thrilled to see a wide variety of animals including wolves, one at close range and a bobcat. The conditions were challenging given the freezing temperatures but we were all well prepared thanks to Tara’s guidance and detailed packing list. This trip was the experience of a lifetime in which indelible memories were created!
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I just got home from my trip to Yellowstone. People are asking me how was my trip - amazing, wonderful, educational, outstanding are just a few of my descriptive words. Tara’s planning of all the details … More is the best. Michele, our guide from Yellowstone Wolf Tacker has incredible knowledge. The weather was cold 🥶 but the packing listing provided great detail - follow it and you will be prepared. I have wanted to go to Yellowstone in the winter for 48 years - this trips was more than I ever dreamed it would be.
F.A.Q.
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What is the average age of the participants?
The average age range of hikers is 45-55 years. Our groups tend to be multi-generational, so there may be participants ranging from their 30s to their 70s. This trip is open to any woman who is healthy, active, and resonates with the itinerary.
Do women travel solo or with friends?
I am a solo traveler. Do I get charged more for a single room?
Do I need any vaccinations?
What happens after I sign up?
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes! Pay a small deposit to secure your spot. Then, pay the balance in interest-free installments using a credit card or checking account. There is no bank transaction fees when you use your checking account. If you want the convenience of using a credit card, the bank will charge 3%. You can switch between two payment options at any time.
What is the cutoff date to confirm the trip?
The trip will need critical mass within 90 days of departure. In the unlikely event we don’t reach this minimum, a full refund will be issued.
Is airfare included in the price?
The package price covers land fees only. Participants need to book their own flights to Bozeman. We can offer guidance, and once we have confirmed the tour, we will provide travel parameters for booking your flight.
Where do we stay?
Hotels in Bozeman and Gardiner, MT. Feel free to contact us and we will share the exact lodging.
Do I need to be in shape to join this adventure?
Most activities are safari-style. We travel in vehicles and get out to watch wildlife without walking too far from the warm vehicle. Those who want to partake in short hikes should be able to walk unassisted for 1.5-2 miles in the snow wearing boots. Conditions are slippery and cold.
Do need previous experience?
None!
What type of transportation is use on this tour?
Passenger vans with plenty of room and windows.
Should I get travel insurance?
Yes, we recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect you and your investment.
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