moderate
2 days
Moderate fitness needed for uneven terrain and early wake-ups
Capture stunning wildlife and landscapes on this two-day guided photography safari in Northern Yellowstone. Perfect for all skill levels, it blends expert instruction with intimate access to iconic animals and geothermal wonders.
All ages • Maximum per vehicle: 6 guests • Season: Jan - Dec
Embark on an unforgettable multi-day photography safari in Northern Yellowstone, guided by a professional photographer. Capture breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife, from majestic bears to elusive red foxes. Tailored for all skill levels, this immersive experience promises personalized instruction and unique photo opportunities amidst the park's stunning natural beauty.
Explore the wilderness of Northern Yellowstone through a photographer’s lens. This multi-day photography safari is an opportunity to practice and enhance your photography skills while you travel through Yellowstone National Park’s incredible landscapes, all with the guidance and keen attention of your professional photography guide. This diverse region offers photo opportunities you’ll only find here in Northern Yellowstone. Mountains, rivers, snow and ice, sunshine and shadow, wildlife from the greatest apex predators like wolves and bears to the smallest mammals and birds like red foxes, American dippers and river otters. Over several days you will have the best chance to capture the many changing scenarios of weather, wildlife and mystery that the National Park has to offer.
Our professional photography tours are led by one of our passionate wildlife photography guides who are there to maximize your photography goals and build upon your skills. These tours are tailored to each guest and will benefit both amateur and professional photographers alike. Throughout the day, your guide will work with you to advance your skill set covering topics such as gear, shutter speed, aperture, ISO, framing, lighting, composition, editing, and more.
It’s important to keep in mind that landscape photography opportunities are subject to change due to weather conditions and wildlife photography is dependent on, well…wildlife, and there are no guarantees for close shots or perfect opportunities. Regardless of the conditions of the day, your guide will be happy to help you with your photography gear, answer any questions you may have about photography, and share some of their best photography practices.
This tour is van-based with ample time out of the vehicle for photography and instruction. We ask that our guests come prepared for a variety of weather conditions and terrain.
We pick up at central meeting points and various hotels throughout the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Your exact pickup time and tour duration will be determined by your hotel location and the season. Please make note of your pickup time and location, and save it for your reference.
Please be ready and waiting in the central meeting location, or hotel lobby, a few minutes before your pickup. Please allow an additional 5-10 minutes for your guide to arrive just in case they are delayed for any reason.
Changes to trip timing may be made to accommodate daylight, or optimum wildlife viewing conditions.
A lens with 300mm+ focal length helps capture distant wildlife without disturbance.
Temperatures fluctuate; wear moisture-wicking layers and a windproof jacket.
Early mornings and late evenings require hands-free lighting for safety and gear handling.
Binoculars enhance spotting wildlife before photographing, maximizing your shot opportunities.
Yellowstone, established in 1872, is the world’s first national park and a pioneer in wildlife conservation.
Tour operators follow Leave No Trace principles to minimize environmental impact and protect delicate habitats.
Essential for capturing high-quality images of wildlife and landscapes.
Crucial for photographing distant animals safely and without disturbance.
Protects you from rain, wind, and sudden temperature changes in Yellowstone.
Needed for walking on uneven and potentially slippery trails during the tour.