Camping in Big Sky Country

Welcome to Yellowstone! Your trip begins with TrovaTrip picking you up from the airport and transferring you to your campground where you'll set up camp and cook your first dinner with the group. Plan to arrive by 12:00 P.M. Camping is part of this incredible experience; you will set up and pack up your tent and help prep all meals! Since you'll be out on adventures most days, lunch will be picnic-style or bagged lunches. If you've never camped before, no worries, your professional Guide will always be there to help.

• Transfer · Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) → West Yellowstone

  TrovaTrip will provide one transfer from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) to the campground between 10:00 A.M. and 12:00 P.M. Please arrive by 12:00 P.M. Exact transfer time within this window will be determined closer to your arrival based on provided traveler flight information. Travelers arriving outside of the requested flight guidelines will need to make their own arrangements to meet the group at the campground. Please note, there is no parking available at the campground. If you are driving, we recommend parking your car at the airport and joining the included transfer. On the transfer to the campground, a stop for the restroom and snacks will be made along the way.

  private · 150 min

Good morning to your first full day in Yellowstone! After breakfast today, you will visit some of the park's most iconic locations like Old Faithful, the colorful Grand Prismatic Spring, and the bubbling Fountain Paint Pots – along with plenty of other hidden treasures that lie between these must-see attractions. You will need to transfer into the park as well as drive to each of these destinations, so today will be a lot of hopping in and out of the van. Additionally, depending on wildlife traffic, you may spend some time in the van observing the wild animals! You'll enjoy lunch during the Grand Prismatic Spring hike, and in the evening you'll head back to camp for dinner. Expect to spend 6-8 hours in the park today with multiple transfers and stops in between. Today you'll want to wear comfortable athletic shoes or hiking boots, and bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a water bottle, and a small backpack.

• Old Faithful Viewpoint Hike

  Get your first look at the famous Old Faithful Geyser! This cone geyser is known for its predictable and regular eruptions, approximately 90 minutes between each one. The eruptions can reach heights up to 185 feet and last up to 5 minutes. If you're lucky enough you'll be able to watch its eruptions from the viewpoint! Distance: 1.6 miles (round trip) / Elevation gain: 160 feet / Duration: 1 hour / Difficulty: Easy

  · 60 min· Yellowstone
• Grand Prismatic Spring Viewpoint Hike

  Just a 15 minute transfer from Old Faithful takes you to the Grand Prismatic Spring. Take this short hike to the viewpoint to get great views of America's largest hot spring! Observe the vibrant colors of blue, green, yellow and orange created by the presence of thermophilic bacteria that thrive in the varying temperature zones of the hot spring. Distance: 2 miles / Elevation gain: 100 feet / Duration: 1 hour / Difficulty: Easy

  · 60 min· Yellowstone
• Fairy Falls Hike

  A short 5 minute transfer down the road from Grand Prismatic Spring will take you to this trailhead. Hike through a pine forest to one of Yellowstone's most spectacular waterfalls, Fairy Falls, which rises to a staggering 200 feet in height. After visiting Fairy Falls, you will transfer roughly 45 minutes back to the campground. Distance: 4.8 miles (round trip) / Elevation gain: 170 feet / Duration: approximately 2 hours / Difficulty: Moderate

  · 120 min· Yellowstone
• Transfer · West Yellowstone → Old Faithful

  Depart the campground this morning and transfer to Old Faithful. Travel time is roughly 1 hour but can vary depending on wildlife, traffic, and other quick stops at viewpoints along the way.

  60 min

This morning after breakfast you're headed out to the North Rim of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. You'll enjoy a moderate hike to get expansive views of the landscape, and enjoy lunch before heading back to the van. Your guide will curate your afternoon experience based on the group's ability, interests, and logistics around traffic/crowds in the park. Rest assured you will have a well rounded experience and hit some iconic and beautiful spots in the park! In the evening, you'll transfer back to the campground for dinner. You will need to transfer into the park as well as drive to each destination, so today will be a lot of hopping in and out of the van. Additionally, depending on wildlife traffic, you may spend some time in the van observing the wild animals! Expect to spend 6-8 hours in the park today with multiple transfers and stops in between. Today you’ll want to wear comfortable hiking boots, and bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a water bottle, and a small backpack.

• Grand Canyon Hike

  The route will take you along the South Rim, with several viewpoints offering breathtaking views. Take in waterfalls, forests, geysers, and the colorful walls of the canyon itself as you explore a location that changes from season to season… and sometimes even day to day. Distance: 3.8 miles / Elevation gain: 423 feet / Duration: 2-3 hours / Difficulty: Moderate

  · 150 min· Yellowstone
• Yellowstone Special Exploration

  For the remainder of the day, enjoy activities chosen by your Guide to fit your group's interests and abilities. These may include additional hikes, viewpoint visits and more designed to make your park experience as well-rounded as possible. Possible other stops and visits include Inspiration Point (5 mins from North Rim), Artists Point (5 mins from North Rim), Canyon Village (10 mins from North Rim), Tower Fall (40 mins from North Rim), or Hayden Valley & Mud Volcano (20-30 mins from North Rim).

  · 180 min· Yellowstone
• Transfer · West Yellowstone → North Rim

  Depart from your campsite and head to the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone.

  60 min
• Transfer · Yellowstone → West Yellowstone

  Depending on where you end up today, your transfer back to the campground can take between 1-2 hours. Stops for the restroom will be made along the way as needed.

  120 min

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before you head into the park for a longer hike today. A steady climb will take you to the summit of Mt. Washburn, where you'll be rewarded with majestic views of Yellowstone. Enjoy lunch at the top before heading back down and back to the campground to rest and round out the day. This evening, enjoy your final meal at camp before laying your head down to rest. Today, you'll want to wear comfortable hiking boots, and bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a water bottle, and a small backpack.

• Mt. Washburn Hike

  At over 10,000 feet, Mt. Washburn offers unparalleled views of Yellowstone. The ascent itself is relatively gentle with plenty of opportunities to see bighorn sheep as you make your way to the historic fire lookout tower at the summit. Mt. Washburn Summit Hike (moderate) – Distance: 6.8 miles (round trip) / Elevation gain: 1,394 feet / Duration: 4-5 hours / Difficulty: Challenging

  · 300 min· Yellowstone
• Transfer · West Yellowstone → Mt Washburn

  Depart your campsite and transfer to the Mt. Washburn trailhead.

  90 min

All good things must come to an end! After breakfast you'll transfer to the Bozeman airport and bid farewell for now.

• Transfer · West Yellowstone → Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)

  TrovaTrip will provide 1 transfer to the Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) on the last day. Please book your flights after 2:00 P.M. Travelers departing outside of the requested flight guidelines will need to make their own transfer arrangements to Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN). Stops for bathroom breaks will be made as needed on the way to the airport.

  private · 150 min