Two Days Chasing Bears, Bison and Geysers in the Greater Yellowstone

TETON VILLAGE WILDLIFE FIELD GUIDE

Two Days Chasing Bears, Bison and Geysers in the Greater Yellowstone

A focused 2-day, 1-night BrushBuck Wildlife Tours itinerary that links Grand Teton mornings with Yellowstone’s wildlife-rich northern valleys and iconic geyser basins — this guide distills the route and what to expect.

Two Days Chasing Bears, Bison and Geysers in the Greater Yellowstone.

Duration
2 Days / 1 Night
Location
Teton Village
Operator
BrushBuck Wildlife Tours Inc.
Category
Wildlife
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

BrushBuck Wildlife Tours’ two-day trip threads Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks into a single push through the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, trading long-distance travel for concentrated hours in prime wildlife country and visits to Yellowstone’s geothermal highlights.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE WILDLIFE

Wild encounters across the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem

The tour targets early-morning and northern Yellowstone habitat where moose, elk, bison, grizzly and black bears, wolves, coyotes and eagles are regularly seen, with expert-led observation across both parks.

THE LANDSCAPE

Grand Teton mornings and Yellowstone waterfalls

Day 1 begins with early wildlife viewing in Grand Teton and includes visits to the scenic Upper and Lower Falls in Yellowstone before pushing north toward Lamar Valley.

THE GEOTHERMAL

Geyser basins and Old Faithful

Day 2 moves through Yellowstone’s geyser basins—stopping at Fountain Paint Pots and Old Faithful—paired with continued interior wildlife searches focused on wolves and grizzlies.

What the day feels like

What the two-day loop feels like

This is a compact, early-start wildlife and sightseeing circuit: pre-dawn departures for Grand Teton wildlife on day one, a sweep through Yellowstone’s waterfalls and northern valleys with long, patient viewing windows, an overnight in Cooke City, Montana, then another early start on day two focused on interior wildlife and the geyser basins before returning to Jackson Hole.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this tour suits best

1
Wildlife-focused travelersThis trip is built for people prioritizing wildlife sightings across Grand Teton and Yellowstone, with planned windows for moose, bears, wolves, bison and other species.
2
Short-trip visitors to Jackson HoleVisitors with limited time who want a concentrated overview of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem and its geothermal features will find the two-day format efficient.
3
Geyser and geology observersTravelers interested in Yellowstone’s hydrothermal features gain direct access to Fountain Paint Pots and Old Faithful on day two.
4
Early risersThe itinerary emphasizes early-morning starts on both days to maximize wildlife activity and viewing chances.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration & timing

The tour runs for 2 days and 1 night.

Meeting & pickup

Pickup is provided from your accommodations.

Operator

This is BrushBuck Wildlife Tours’ two-day Grand Teton and Yellowstone excursion.

Overnight logistics

The tour includes an overnight in Cooke City, Montana between day one and day two.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts 2 days and 1 night.

Where do I meet the group?

The operator picks you up from your accommodations.

What wildlife might we see?

Participants have opportunities to see moose, elk, bison, grizzly and black bears, wolves, coyotes and eagles along the route.

Where do we stay overnight?

The tour stays overnight in Cooke City, Montana.

Does the tour visit Old Faithful?

Yes — day two includes visits to Yellowstone’s geyser basins, including Fountain Paint Pots and Old Faithful.

Where does the tour end?

The tour returns to Jackson Hole, Wyoming at the conclusion of day two.