from our clients...

The trip was comfortable and AWE INSPIRING but, Sherrys enthusiasm made me feel she was enjoying it as much as I was!! That is the mark of a wonderful employee. Please extend to her, again, our thanks.

Fran Breen, Idaho

from our clients...

Our day with you was the best! A great mix of history, geology, animal, flora, thermal. We were also lucky with weather and skiing. Our day with the Alpen Guides Co. was the highlight of our vacation.

Scott & Barb Loners, Seattle

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We will highly recommend Alpen to anyone considering taking a snowcoach trip; we look forward to a return visit.

Jack Hogan, Pennsylvania

from our clients...

Our day with you was the best! A great mix of history, geology, animal, flora, thermal. We were also lucky with weather and skiing. Our day with the Alpen Guides Co. was the highlight of our vacation.

Scott & Barb Loners, Seattle

from our clients...

We will highly recommend Alpen to anyone considering taking a snowcoach trip; we look forward to a return visit.

Jack Hogan, Pennsylvania
Yellowstone Photography Tours

Highlights:

General Tour Information

Yellowstone is a photographer's playground.  It has been a draw for photographers and artists since William H. Jackson and Thomas Moran accompanied the Hayden Expedition in 1871, capturing the first images of the region's curiosities. Yellowstone remains a treasure of opportunity for the photographer, with a vast array of subject matter for the study of light, color and composition.



Make the most of your time in Yellowstone by taking advantage of our decades of experience in the park and our day-to-day knowledge of current wildlife movements, geyser activity and park logistics. We conduct private photo tours of Yellowstone year-round. Charter rates apply.   

For more information...
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Please Select Tour(s):
Winter Tours:
Old Faithful
Canyon
Quick Escapes Package
Summer Tours:
Lower Loop Tour
Evening Wildlife
S'More Tour
Private Tour
Kayak Tours:
Morning Mist
Evening Escape
Half Day Kayak
The Basics
Kayak Rentals




Summer Rates and Details To help ensure that the quality of Yellowstone remains intact, we donate a portion of your fees to the Yellowstone Park Foundation. The Yellowstone Park Foundation is a non-profit organization, working with the National Park Service, to preserve, protect, and enhance Yellowstone National Park and to enrich each visitor′s experience.
Contact us for more information or visit them at ypf.org Lower Loop Tours operate May 22 - September 6
(Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 8am to 4pm):
Adult: $55*
Seniors: $50*
Children (15 and under): $45*
Evening Wildlife Safari Tours operate May 22 - September 6
(Monday, Wednesday, Friday 2pm to 10pm):
Adult: $65*
Seniors: $60*
Children (15 and under): $55*
A picnic dinner is included
S'more of Yellowstone Tours operate May 22 - September 6
(Sunday 6pm-10pm):
Adult: $30*
Seniors: $28*
Children (15 and under): $25*
Private Tours Tours operate May 22 - September 6 Four People: $425
Morning Mist Kayak Tour (Mon, Wed, Fri- 7am to 10am): Adult: $55
Children (15 and under): $45
Evening Escape (Mon, Wed, Fri- 6:30pm to 9:30pm): Adult: $55
Children (15 and under): $45
Half Day Tour Kayak Tour (Sat, Sun- 9am to 12pm) and
(Tues, Thurs- 2pm to 5pm):
The Basics Kayak Tour By arrangement: Starting at $50
Kayak Rentals Single kayak: $50/day, $40/half day
Tandem kayak: $70/day, $60/half day
Canoe: $70/day, $60/half day

-Tour itinerary will change after August 16, 2009 due to road construction.
-rates subject to 3 percent tax
-rates do not include meals unless specified
-park entry fees and gratuity are not included
-refund of guiding fees (90%) will be given if cancellation is made seven days prior to your departure date
-Mastercard, Visa, and American Express accepted

Frequently Asked Questions We have compiled questions that we at Yellowstone Alpen Guides hear.
For directions to get to our location click here.
  • Is there a discount for taking two of your day tours? Yes, if you take two or more tours during your visit, there is a 10% discount.
  • How does the Park entry fee work? We collect the Park entry fee as an agent for the National Park Service. A daily pass is $12 per person ages 16 and up; $15 per person for a 7 day pass; and $25 for a family living under the same roof. Children under 16 are free. Golden Eagle passes are good for cardholder, spouse and children. Annual, Area, Access and Senior Passes are good for the cardholder plus three additional people. You may purchase any of these passes on the day of your tour. A photo i.d. is required.
  • What do you consider a senior citizen? 62 or over.
  • What are the opening and closing dates for the Park? The winter season begins the third Wednesday in December until the second Monday in March. The summer season opens the third Friday in April until the first Monday in November. See our Yellowstone page for a complete listing of opening and closing dates.
More Questions? email or call us at 1-800-858-3502
Yellowstone Summer Tours

See Yellowstone with us in any season. Spring wakes slowly with baby wildlife, new flowers and gurgling streams freed from winter’s hold. Fall brings an abundance of wildlife and diminished crowds that make the chill in the air more than bearable. In summer tour with us and enjoy the intimacy of Yellowstone as few ever will. Join us while we explore this delicate ecosystem called Yellowstone National Park. Alpen Guides lead tours that specialize in unhurried and close looks at the rare and breathtaking beauty of the park we love.

*** Roads close in early November and mid March to ready for the changing seasons. Be sure to visit www.nps.gov/yell to stay up to date with road opening and closing dates and updates on winter use planning

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Lower Loop
Tours operate May 22 - September 6 (Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday 8am to 4pm):
The highlights of Yellowstone in a nutshell. Yellowstone Park is famous for it's waterfalls, wildlife, and of course, geysers and this tour was created to give you a taste of it all. Explore the Old Faithful area and have lunch before heading over the Continental Divide and on to Yellowstone Lake. From there, we'll tour through the often wildlife filled Hayden Valley as we approach the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and the beautiful Upper and Lower Falls before a relaxing drive back to West Yellowstone.
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Evening Wildlife Safari
Tours operate May 22 - September 6 (Monday, Wednesday, Friday 2pm to 10pm)
This tour takes advantage of the wildlife emerging to feed during the evening hours. After a walk through of the Mammoth area we'll head towards our picnic area where we'll enjoy dinner as the sun begins to set. Then our search for wildlife begins as we explore the Lamar Valley and beautiful Dunraven Pass. Keep the camera ready: elk, bison, moose, wolves and bear frequently make an appearance on this tour!
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S'more of Yellowstone
Tours operate May 22 - September 6 (Sunday 6pm-10pm)
A short and sweet Yellowstone adventure. We'll leave West Yellowstone after dinnertime (traveling during the best time to view wildlife) and head for a sun setting guided geyser walk at Old Faithful. On the way home, an outdoor dessert on us, stories and s'mores as we say goodnight to Yellowstone.
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Private Tours of Yellowstone
Customized trips just for you!
Yellowstone Private Tours give you a close-up, intimate experience of the world's first national park. We customize these 8-hour tours just for you, catering to couples, families, or small groups in a relaxed, informal atmosphere. Our in-depth knowledge of Yellowstone and its history, wildlife, and natural processes, combine with your personal experiences to make for lifetime memories. Spend a day or two with us and forever smile as you remember your visit to wonderland.
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Sea Kayaking
West of Yellowstone
Kayaking the waters west of Yellowstone lets you experience this unspoiled ecosystem as you glide along the pristine lakes and rivers in your own sleek kayak. Join our friendly expert guides as you explore the rivers and lakes bordering Yellowstone National Park or, "go it on your own" with our Freedom Rentals. No experience necessary! Paddling techniques are relatively simple and easy to learn and every trip is expertly guided. Our fleet of kayaks includes state of the art tandem and single boats designed to be extremely stable yet fast on the water. We strive to match groups according to interests and abilities making your kayak adventure with Yellowstone Alpen Guides a delightful and unforgettable experience.
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Yellowstone Photography Tours
Yellowstone Park
Yellowstone is a photographer's playground. It has been a draw for photographers and artists since William H. Jackson and Thomas Moran accompanied the Hayden Expedition in 1871, capturing the first images of the region's curiosities. Yellowstone remains a treasure of opportunity for the photographer, with a vast array of subject matter for the study of light, color and composition. Make the most of your time in Yellowstone by taking advantage of our decades of experience in the park and our day-to-day knowledge of current wildlife movements, geyser activity and park logistics. We conduct private photo tours of Yellowstone year-round. Charter rates apply.
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