Discover the magic of Yellowstone, the world's first national park, with crystalline lakes, thundering falls, azure springs and steaming geysers, ...
For 150 years, travellers from all over the world have flocked to witness the 2.2 million acres of beautiful scenery, diverse ecosystems, and abundant wildlife of Yellowstone National Park. Whether visiting the park’s famous active geyser Old Faithful, marvelling at the colourful canyons, or observing some of its most dramatic waterfalls, Scott Dunn’s epic itineraries will take travellers deep into the heart of America’s oldest national park to uncover the secrets of its origins at this monumental time in history.
With Scott Dunn, travellers can explore the Southwest like never before and celebrate this momentous occasion with an extraordinary tailor-made adventure. For those who seek an alternate point of view, take a helicopter ride through Yellowstone National Park to appreciate the landscape of dramatic canyons, alpine rivers, lush forests, hot springs, and gushing geysers. For those who prefer to stay close to the ground, explore the majestic landscapes on horseback or with a sleigh ride through the snowy winter wonderland.
EXPLORATION OF THE ROCKIES AND YELLOWSTONE
This active itinerary is ideal for a Spring or Autumn adventure and offers families the full Yellowstone experience. Upon arrival in Wyoming families will head straight to their hotel to enjoy the breath-taking views of snowy peaks and national parks. In the company of an expert local guide, guests will continue through the National Elk Refuge to witness bison and pronghorn in their natural habitat. Guests will then make their way to Yellowstone National Park to tour along the Lower Loop to witness geysers, mud volcanoes, and the Continental Divide. The next day guests will experience Yellowstone’s Upper Loop, exploring the other end of the park. This epic trip ends in the Rockies, where families can enjoy horseback trail rides, cowboy roping lessons, authentic restored Wells Fargo stagecoach rides, fly fishing excursions in a blue-ribbon designated trout fishery, wildlife jeep tours, downhill mountain biking, archery, zip-lines, and lots more.
HOW: Scott Dunn offers a nine-night ‘Family Fun in the Rockies’ itinerary from £7,900 per person based on a family of 4 travelling and includes return flights from the UK. For more information, please visit www.scottdunn.com or call 020 8682 5060.
RUGGED MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES IN JACKSON HOLE & MONTANA
Soak up these fascinating landscapes with a wildlife safari and guided hikes through The Rockies and Yellowstone National Park. Guests will arrive at Hotel Terra, in the heart of Teton Village, where they will have the chance to explore local boutiques selling handmade artisan crafts, with an abundance of foodie experiences to choose from. The adventure continues with a unique wildlife safari through Grand Teton National Park, visiting the Antelope Flats, an Elk refuge and Mormon Row to catch a glimpse of the bison and pronghorn herds. At a nearby ranch, a real-life cowboy will take guests on a horse-back ride, soaking up the incredible views of the Grand Tetons. Travelling north to the charming Sage Lodge on the outskirts of Yellowstone National Park, explore the backcountry geysers and hike along secluded canyons, soaking up the majestic Lamar Valley, the ‘Grand Canyon of Yellowstone’, Mammoth hot springs, obsidian cliffs and thundering waterfalls.
HOW: Scott Dunn offers a five-night ‘Jackson Hole and Yellowstone Perfect Pairing’ from £7,820 per person based on a couple travelling and includes return flights from the UK. For more information, please visit https://www.scottdunn.com/luxury-holiday/perfect-pairings/usa or call 020 8682 5060.
WINTER WONDERLAND AT AMANGANI
This winter itinerary combines alpine adventures with total relaxation to celebrate Yellowstone’s 150th anniversary. Staying at the luxurious mountain haven of Amangani, guests can enjoy an array of outdoor adventures, with plenty of activities for skiers and non-skiers alike. Perfect for families and couples, guests can take a snowcoach tour through Yellowstone National Park to witness the geysers, hot springs and alpine rivers dusted with snow and spot local wildlife. An expert local guide is on hand to share fascinating insights about the park. Guests can also experience the most magnificent views of Yellowstone with a private helicopter flight over the park, perfect for photography enthusiasts and an incredible way to end this winter wonderland adventure.
HOW: Scott Dunn offers a 5-night Winter itinerary at Amangani from £10,750 per person based on a couple sharing on a room-only basis and includes return flights from the UK, transfers, private snow coach tour of Yellowstone and helicopter flight over the park. For more information please visit www.scottdunn.com or call 020 8682 5060.
EPIC ACTIVITIES TO EXPERIENCE YELLOWSTONE
Dog Sledding
Head out with a team of huskies and take a ride throughout the quiet forest trails in the shadow of the Tetons. Travellers will learn how to handle the huskies and get the excitement of running their own dog team. Guests may encounter deer, elk, moose, bighorn sheep, and bald eagles.
Snowcoach Tours
For those who prefer a tour in heated, comfortable transportation, a snowcoach is the ideal means of travel throughout Yellowstone National Park’s winter wonderland. Travellers will have a clear view while moving easily across the snow and listening to the insights of an experienced Yellowstone guide.
Yellowstone Photo Flight by Helicopter
An unforgettable aerial photo flight over the greater Yellowstone ecosystem in a luxurious private helicopter. There is no better way to appreciate the nearly 3,500 square mile landscape of dramatic canyons, alpine rivers, lush forests, hot springs, and gushing geysers.
