Wildlife safaris

Winter Wildlife Safari
Sleigh Rides
Snow Shoeing Tours
Dinner Sleigh Ride Tours
Yellowstone Snow Coach Tours
Snow Cat Skiing Tours
Targhee Express
Dog Sled Guided Tours

Winter Wildlife Safari

Take a Wildlife Safari to view the variety of animals in the Jackson Hole area. Whether you are looking for bison, elk, bald eagles, or mountain goats; let our experienced naturalist guides show you the way. You may do half day tours or full day adventures. Tours include transportation; spotting scopes & binoculars.
Explore different areas of Jackson Hole. Stop by the elk refuge to see over 6000 elk wintered in Jackson. Or explore the vast mountain range of the Gros Ventre, complete with mountain goats and sheep!! You will get numerous photos of the different Wyoming animals you came to see!!
Season: December thru April

FULL DAY SAFARI  - This guided tour includes pastries & coffee; transportation; lunch; stop at the National Wildlife Museum and a ride on a horse drawn sleigh though the National Elk Refuge in one of the largest elk herds in North America.

Full Day:  8 hours Pick up at 7:30 In Town and at 7:00AM at Teton Village
Cost:  $225.00/person
Private:  $950.00 (up to 5 People) $125.00 additional passengers

1/2 DAY SUNRISE OR SUNSET TOUR - This guided tour includes transportation; coffee; Frequent stops and photo ops for viewing bison, elk, deer, moose, fox etc. 

1/2 day 4 hours with AM pick up In Town @ 7:30 and in Teton Village @ 7:00AM.

PM tour pick up times vary depending on time of year.
Cost: $130/person
Private:  $650 (up to 5 people) $85.00 additional passengers
What to Wear/Bring

  1. Camera
  2. Binoculars
  3. Bring or wear an extra layer (fleece, jacket hoodie)

Sleigh Rides

Take a relaxing ride through the National Elk Refuge. Dress warmly and bring your camera, as you will be riding alongside the numerous elk that winter in the Jackson Hole Refuge. The activity usually lasts approximately 1 ½ hours from check in to departure at the Visitors Center.
Price:
Adults -$18.00
Child - $14.00
4 and under - Free
Most Trips Include

  1. Knowledgeable sleigh driver
  2. Spectacular Views
  3. Wildlife Viewing

What to Wear/Bring

  1. Clothes for a couple of hours outside (long underwear, synthetics, warm socks, extra layers)
  2. Camera, Binoculars
  3. Hat, gloves, scarf

Snow Shoeing Tours

Snowshoeing in Jackson Hole is a great way to experience the untouched and untracked! Decide between snowshoeing beneath the Teton Range or hiking out to the snowy banks of the Snake River. Trips are available in the morning, afternoon and evening.  The Snake River trips take advantage of our Tipi camp, where we can serve hot meals and drinks midway through our journey.  Call for more information.
Most Trips Include

  1. Brief sport orientation
  2. Naturalist guide (animal tracking, local history, environmental info)
  3. Snack, or lunch
  4. Snowshoes, gaiters, walking poles
  5. Transportation from/to Jackson
  6. Water, warm beverage

What to Wear/Bring

  1. Waterproof boots (for snowshoeing)
  2. Binoculars
  3. Camera
  4. Clothes for an entire day outside (long underwear, synthetics, warm socks, extra layers)
  5. Hat, gloves, scarf
  6. Money for Park fee (if in National Park)
  7. Sunglasses, sunblock, lip balm

Dinner Sleigh Ride Tours

East Gros Venture Butte Dinner Sleigh Ride

Enjoy a memorable ride along the ridge of East Gros Venture Butte, overlooking the Teton Mountain range.  The sleigh ride lasts approximately 45 minutes.  Dress warm with hats, gloves, boots and winter jackets. 

Open December 17th - March 12th Conditions permitting
Tuesday - Saturdays @ 4PM, 5PM and 6:30PM
Closed Sunday & Mondays

Price:
Adults -$95.00
Child - $63.00 (12 and under) 

Private sleigh ride with dinner is $945.00
Prices do not include alcohol, tax extra food or gratuity.  Also, not included is the transportation to the ranch.

What to Wear/Bring

  1. Clothes for a couple of hours outside (long underwear, synthetics, warm socks, extra layers)
  2. Camera, Binoculars
  3. Hat, gloves, scarf

Teton Village Dinner Sleigh Rides

Sleigh rides leave from the Nordic Center (across the street from the Snake River Lodge).  We travel to the "Grey Barn," an old homestead barn that was built in the early 1900's and is still kept in immaculate shape. From here we take a tour in the meadow. 

After returning to the Nordic Center guests are shuttled on a five minute van drive to the Game Fish Restaurant.  Once at the door guests are escorted to their reserved table.  After dinner, it is up to the guests to get back to their vehicle or resort.  Shuttles from the Game Fish Restaurant to the ranch parking lot after dinner can be accommodated only by request.

Open December 15th - April 1 conditions permitting

Available 7 days a week at 5PM and 7PM  (please arrive 10 minutes prior)
Sleigh ride is approx. 30 - 45 minutes

What to Wear/Bring

  1. Clothes for a couple of hours outside (long underwear, synthetics, warm socks, extra layers)
  2. Camera, Binoculars
  3. Hat, gloves, scarf

Dry blankets are provided on the sleigh but please wear warm clothing including a hat and mittens!

Prices:   $80.00 Adults  $50.00 Kids under 12

Yellowstone Snow Coach Tours

Have a large group that wants to stay together? Think Yellowstone is too cold for you? Don't want to drive a snowmobile to Old Faithful? Then a Yellowstone Snow Coach is for you!
A snow coach tour offers an alternative to snowmobiles while visiting Old Faithful in Yellowstone. This tour is a favorite for young families and older folks who still want to spend the day in the nation's first National park.
The trip takes the same route through the park as the snowmobile trips. Of course, there are stops along the way for animal viewing. There are also stops are along the way at Lewis Falls, Yellowstone Lake, and the Continental Divide. Lunch takes place around the predicted eruption of Old Faithful, then back through the park for more photo opportunities.
There are two ways to get to Old Faithful via an over the snow vehicle...
15 Passenger Van
You will stay warm in a customized 15 passenger van, while listening to a interpretive introduction to Old Faithful by an experienced guide. $279 per person
7 Passenger Excursion SUV
Sit back and let the experienced and knowledgeable guides tell you stories and information about the park.
$325.00 per person (additional $30/person to go to the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone instead of Old Faithful)

Snow Cat Skiing Tours

One of the best parts of taking a trip to Jackson Hole is the fact that you are just minutes away from Grand Targhee Cat Skiing. Experience a Snow Cat adventure starting at the top of Peaked Mountain. You will have amazing Teton views, 660 acres of untracked powder snow, and up to 20,000 vertical feet in one day!!!
The expert guides will lead you through wide open bowls, treed sections, cruisers, and more!
Average run - 2,000 vertical feet
Longest run - 2,200 vertical feet
Daily Vertical - 14,000-20,000 vertical feet
Average number of runs/day - 10-12 runs
There are two snow cats that operate daily. Maximum occupancy is 12 people each.
What to Wear/Bring

  1. Clothes for an entire day outside (long underwear, synthetics, warm socks, extra layers)
  2. Camera, water (hydration pack), sunglasses, sunblock, lip balm
  3. Gloves, hat, goggles
  4. Ski or snowboard equipment

Prices:
Full-day tours: (9am to 4:30pm)
$349 (includes hot beverages, snacks, lunch, and reception)
Half-day tours: (1pm to 4pm)
$199 (includes snacks and beverages)

  1. Extra fee for additional riders
  2. There are no child rates
  3. Advanced reservations required
  4. Cancellation policy - 48 hrs

Targhee Express

Take a comfortable bus ride to the full service Ski resort of Grand Targhee.

With 500 inches of snow annually, and 2500 acres of skiable terrain on two mountain peaks, come ski with us on some of the best snow in North America.

The bus leaves from convenient locations in the town of Jackson AND Teton Village. Ski all day, stop for food and apres, and then let us drive you back to Jackson Hole.

Call us today to book your Grand Targhee skiing adventure!!

Prices:

Bus ride and lift ticket combo: $88 plus tax.

Bus ride only: $44 plus tax.

Dog Sled Guided Tours

Come feel the thrill of driving or "mushing" your very own dog team through forests and mountains of the Jackson Hole area. Let the Alaskan Huskies be your guide!!
Choose between a day tour to a natural hot springs in the Teton National Forest, or tour the mountainous area of the Continental Divide and check out views of the spectacular Teton mountain range.
Granite Hot Springs
Half day tour:
$240 per person. Covers 12 miles of trail with a stop for a small picnic lunch in the Teton national forest.
Full day tour:
$310 per person. Covers 20 miles of trail with the highlight being the stop at the Granite Hot Springs. Sit and soak in the natural 105 degree hot springs while the guide prepares you a beef stew lunch. (Vegetarian option is available)
Continental Divide
Half Day tour:
$234 per person. Enjoy miles of exciting trails in the Togwotee pass area with spectacular Teton views!! Price includes transportation to and from your lodging as well as lunch.
What to Wear/Bring

  1. Binoculars
  2. Camera
  3. Clothes for an entire day outside (long underwear, synthetics, warm socks, extra layers)
  4. Hat, gloves, scarf
  5. Money for National Park entrance fee
  6. Snack/thermos
  7. Sunglasses, sun block, lip balm