Join a Team of Fellow Hikers & Travelers on exploring unique volcanic landscapes of Yellowstone National Park, MT and classic Wild West mountain scenery of Grand Teton National Park, WY.
Yellowstone National Park has approximately half of the world's geysers, fumaroles, hot steams and mudpots - you can find them all here (enjoy this park without crowds this year!)
Grand Teton National Park, a home to several varieties of hikes, vast backcountry that expose the valley and the Teton range, is the perfect place for photographers, painters and landscape enthusiasts. The scenery will blow your mind away!
Learn about the rich history, geology and ecology of the region, stories and legends of native people of the region.
Enjoy a recreational benefit: after 4 active days of hiking and walking, relax and "recharge" in the natural hot springs :-)
Trip start/end: Bozeman, MT
Walking & hiking distance: up to 7-8 miles daily
Level of difficulty: Moderate (Intermediate)
Highest elevation: 8.000 feet
Accommodation: Comfortable hotels and cottages, dbl sharing rooms w/ private bathroom
NOT a backpacking trip
Good for Kids: 16+
Hikers should always be prepared for a wide range of temperatures and weather conditions while hiking in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Temperatures in the mountains typically fluctuate as weather patterns change, especially at the higher elevations. Be prepared for rain , shine and wind.
In the summer season average daytime temperatures can exceed 70 degrees; however, overnight lows throughout the park can drop to near 40 degrees, and snow can fall anytime.
We will update you on expected weather forecast before departure.
In if the Trip is canceled by Organizer, the amount paid by Participant will be fully refundable;
If the trip is cancelled by Participant due to any reason, the following penalties will be applied:
- Cancellation 31 o more days before departure - 100 % refundable
- Cancellation 30 to 21 calendar days before departure - registration deposit is non-refundable
- Cancellation 20 to 0 calendar days before departure – non refundable
Gear items:
- A small-size suitcase or Duffel bag or a Backpack for your main luggage (Note: Please don't bring too big and bulky luggage, as we won't have much space in a trunk of our vehicle)
- A small backpack 25-30L for day-hikes (to carry a water reservoir, an extra layer, a hiking snack, sun block, and a personal first aid kit).
- Head lamp - optional (good to have light when your hands are free always keep it in your backpack on a hiking trail)
- Trekking poles – optional (if you are used to hike with trekking poles, bring them. Otherwise, not necessary. Note: Hiking poles are not allowed in carry on luggage)
- Water bottle or camelback reservoir (1.5-2L)
- Several zip lock bags for your personal garbage/leftovers during hiking days
- Sunblock (UV 50+) & lip balm
- Mosquito repellent
- Personal toiletries : toothpaste, toothbrush etc.
- Your personal first aid kit (personal medications you can’t do without). The guide will have essentials.
- Sunglasses
- Face covering (needed on a flight and indoor public places, visitor centers etc)
- Ear plugs, if you are a sensitive sleeper
Outfit for hiking:
- Good sturdy high-ankled hiking boots, well-worn before the trip (!) Please don’t bring brand new boots, try them a few times on hiking trails before the trip, to avoid painful blisters while on a trip
- Comfortable tennis shoes (it's good to have a change of shoes for off-trail activities)
- Light hiking pants (shorts or yoga pants are not recommended – to prevent sunburns)
- Light long-sleeved loose shirt (for sun and bugs protection)
- A change of long/short-sleeved t-shirts for hiking (preferably a quick-dry fabric, not cotton)
- A change of long hiking socks (not cotton. merino wool is the best)
- Fleece jacket or light sweater
- Windbreaker/waterproof jacket
- A lightweight down-jacket
- A beanie and gloves for chilly evenings and mornings very recommended
- Sunhat
- Swim suite/ sarong/quick try small towel (there will be an opportunity to swim in lakes and rivers)
Team arrival in the morning to the airport of Bozeman, MT.
Drivel to Yellowstone National Park, North ( 1.5 h, mini-van)..
Exploring geysers and hot springs of Yellowstone NP. You will learn about Yellowstone history and geology: “Why there are so many earthquakes happening around Yellowstone caldera? Is the super-eruption possible in the nearest future and should we afraid of that?"
Hiking around Mammoth Hot Springs – lower & upper loop ~3 miles.
Exploring geysers and hot springs of Norris and Lower Geyser Basins ~1 to 3 miles
Overnight in hotel, West Yellowstone