Winter Wildlife Tours in Grand Teton and Beyond
November to April
Join an educated naturalist to learn about the magnificent wild animals that live in Jackson Hole.
Our Grand Teton winter wildlife tours visit mixed habitats of elk, moose, deer, fox, bighorn sheep, eagles, trumpeter swans, and so much more. Choose a wildlife driving tour or combine a driving tour with snowshoeing, a sleigh ride on the National Elk Refuge, or a full day in the backcountry.
Tours include:
Educated and experienced naturalist guide, use of interpretive materials, binoculars or spotting scopes, backpack or waist pack, snowshoe rental if applicable, transportation, souvenir water bottle, water, and snacks (or lunch for longer tours).
Please bring:
Guests should dress warmly for driving tours. For combination tours, guests should dress as they would to go skiing with warm layered clothing and a waterproof outer layer. A winter hat, gloves, neck gaiter, warm socks, and warm, waterproof boots are required. Boots and clothing can be rented locally. Please inquire. Sunglasses, sunscreen, a cap with a brim, and a phone/camera are encouraged.
Winter Wildlife (4-Hour Driving Tour)
Trip length: 4 hours
Tours depart at 7:15 a.m. or 1:15 p.m.
Join us for a private tour at dawn or dusk to explore wildlife habitats in Jackson Hole, including the National Elk Refuge and Grand Teton National Park. Enjoy snowy vistas while touring by vehicle and spotting wildlife. We’ll visit mixed habitats and look for a wide range of animals, raptors, and birds, including elk, moose, bighorn sheep, deer, coyote, bison, wolves, fox, and eagles. Locations vary depending on weather and road conditions. Timing may be adjusted for optimal touring.
Tour includes educated and experienced naturalist guide, use of interpretive materials, binoculars or spotting scopes, backpack or waist pack, transportation, souvenir water bottle, water, and snacks.
Twice Daily: 7:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. or 1:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m.
Rates: 1–3 people $695 | 4–5 people $850 | 6–7 people $995
Park entry fee not included — $20/person or pass
Activity Level: Easy
Pickup: Jackson or Teton Village Hotels
Rates exclude gratuity for your guide
Wildlife Tour + Snowshoe Sampler (Half-Day)
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Trip length: 4 hours
Tours depart at 8:00 a.m.
Combine wildlife viewing in Grand Teton National Park with a short snowshoe excursion in the national forest or on private land. During this private tour, you’ll visit mixed habitats of elk, moose, deer, fox, bighorn sheep, eagles, trumpeter swans, and more. Afterward, guests will enjoy the serenity and immersion of snowshoeing in nature for 1 to 1.5 hours.
Tour includes educated and experienced naturalist guide, use of interpretive materials, binoculars or spotting scopes, backpack or waist pack, snowshoe rental, transportation, souvenir water bottle, water, and snacks.
Twice Daily: 8:00 a.m. to noon or 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Park entry fee not included — $20/person or pass
Rates: 1–3 people $695 | 4–5 people $945 | 6–7 people $1,255
Rating: All levels, customized to the group’s interests and abilities
Pickup: Home Ranch parking lot at 210 N. Cache in Jackson
Rates exclude gratuity for your guide
Snowshoe + Elk Sleigh Ride (3/4-Day)
Trip length: 7 hours
Tours depart at 8:00 a.m.
Explore the Grand Teton, the Bridger-Teton National Forest, Jackson Hole, and the National Elk Refuge! Start the day by combining wildlife viewing in Grand Teton Park with a private snowshoe tour and lunch at historic Dornans on Moose. Then travel through the majestic elk herd on the National Elk Refuge by horse-drawn sleigh. The sleigh ride is a public, group experience included in the rate.
Tour includes educated and experienced naturalist guide, use of interpretive materials, binoculars or spotting scopes, backpack or waist pack, snowshoe rental, transportation, souvenir water bottle, water, snacks, and lunch at Dornans.
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Rate: 1–3 people $1,050 | 4–5 people $1,675 | 6–7 people $2,310
Park entry fee not included — $20/person or pass
Rating: All levels, customized to the group’s interests and abilities
Pickup: Jackson or Teton Village hotels
Rates exclude gratuity for your guide
Winter Wonderland (Full-Day)
Winter Months
Trip length: 8 hours
Tours depart at 8:00 a.m.
Explore the Grand Teton, the Bridger-Teton National Forest, Jackson Hole, and the National Elk Refuge! Start the day by combining wildlife viewing in Grand Teton Park with a private snowshoe tour and lunch at historic Dornan’s on Moose. Then travel through the majestic elk herd on the National Elk Refuge by horse-drawn sleigh. The sleigh ride is a public, group experience included in the rate.
Tour includes educated and experienced naturalist guide, use of interpretive materials, binoculars or spotting scopes, backpack or waist pack, transportation, souvenir water bottle, water, snacks, and lunch.
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Rate: 1–3 people $1,050 | 4–5 people $1,675 | 6–7 people $2,310
Park entry fee not included — $20/person or pass
Rating: All levels, customized to the group’s interests and abilities
Pickup: Jackson or Teton Villagehotels
Rates exclude gratuity for your guide
Interested in snowshoeing tours? Explore more of our winter tour options on our Snowshoe Tours page.
NATURE AS INSPIRATION
Anyone can walk in the woods, but understanding
the diversity of life makes it special.
—Anonymous
