Exceptional 3-Day Private Wildlife Photography Tour of Yellowstone With Chris
I recently had the pleasure of spending three days on a private wildlife photography tour of Yellowstone National Park with Chris, the owner and guide, and I cannot recommend his services highly enough. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional, and I will certainly be booking Chris again for future wildlife tours and expeditions.
Chris was incredibly attentive throughout the entire three days and went above and beyond to tailor the experience around exactly what I wanted to photograph, see, and experience within Yellowstone. Each day was thoughtfully planned around wildlife activity, conditions, and my personal interests, while still allowing the flexibility to adapt as opportunities arose. This level of personalisation made the tour feel genuinely private and bespoke rather than a standard wildlife excursion.
One of Chris's greatest strengths is his extensive knowledge of Yellowstone and its wildlife. He demonstrated an impressive understanding of the behaviour, habitats, and movements of the animals throughout the park, which proved invaluable when looking for photographic opportunities. His knowledge allowed us to position ourselves intelligently and maximise our chances of getting close, photographable encounters while respecting the wildlife and the environment.
From a technical photography and videography perspective, Chris is also exceptionally skilled. As a professional photographer myself, I went into the tour with a strong technical understanding of photography, but I still learned a tremendous amount from Chris. His experience, technical knowledge, and industry-leading portfolio from working with the BBC and other globally renowned companies are a testament to his ability as both a photographer and videographer. The advice and insight he provided throughout the tour were genuinely invaluable, and I came away having developed my own approach to wildlife photography further.
Another aspect that made the experience particularly enjoyable was the level of care Chris provided outside of the actual tour itself. He very kindly picked me up from and dropped me back at my hotel in Gardiner, Montana each day, which made the entire experience extremely straightforward and convenient. There were no issues whatsoever while travelling with Chris, and everything was handled professionally and efficiently.
Safety was clearly one of Chris's highest priorities, without ever compromising the enjoyment or photographic opportunities of the tour. This was particularly important during my visit, as I was in Yellowstone during the bison rut, when the animals can be considerably more aggressive and unpredictable. Chris demonstrated excellent judgement when dealing with both wildlife and traffic, ensuring that we maintained a safe and respectful distance while still getting into excellent photographic positions. His ability to balance safety, education, enjoyment, and photographic opportunity was particularly impressive.
Overall, Chris provided an outstanding experience. His knowledge, professionalism, technical expertise, attentiveness, and genuine passion for wildlife photography made the three days in Yellowstone incredibly memorable. His pricing was also extremely fair considering the level of personal attention, planning, transportation, expertise, and tailored experience provided.
If you are considering booking a private wildlife photography tour in Yellowstone, I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Chris. Booking with him provides the reassurance of having an experienced, knowledgeable, safety-conscious guide who is genuinely invested in making sure you have an exceptional experience.
I will definitely be booking Chris again for future Yellowstone tours and wildlife photography expeditions. **A thoroughly deserved 5-star rating.**