About - Yellowstone Safari Company (2024)

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About - Yellowstone Safari Company? ›

We are a local, family-owned and operated safari company, offering premier, once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experiences in Yellowstone National Park. Our passion for conservation and wildlife is at the core of all we do.

These tours are great for return guests, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts who will have more opportunity to see some of our rarer animals.

Yellowstone is best known for its mammals, including the bison, grizzly bears, gray wolves, elks, pronghorn, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, and mountain lions. The park actually has the largest concentration of mammals in the lower 48 states, with 67 different mammal species.

Safari is an overland expedition, commonly taken by tourists to the African continent to explore the culture, geography, scenery, and wildlife.

Yellowstone" stands as a modern Western masterpiece, a gripping tale that transcends the genre's conventions, and at its core is the formidable Dutton family. Taylor Sheridan's creation is a compelling blend of family drama, political intrigue, and breathtaking landscapes that make it a must-watch series.

If you have limited time and want huge peaks and jaw-dropping views, Yosemite may be up your alley. If you're looking for wildlife and wilderness adventures, Yellowstone won't disappoint. Regardless of which park you visit, the possibilities for adventure are endless.

The wolverine is probably the rarest animal seen in Yellowstone. The US Fish and Wildlife Service: "Wolverines are the largest land-dwelling member of the mustelid family and are extremely rare in the continental United States.

Working in their favor were the large cat's secretive nature and preference for rugged terrain where they are difficult to detect. The cougar is one of the largest cats in North America and native to the Greater Yellowstone. They are rarely seen, but Yellowstone contains the perfect habitat for cougars.

The current population of lions in Yellowstone is estimated to be 18-24 animals and is thought to be increasing. Mountain lions live an average lifespan of about 12 years in the wild. Mountain lions were significantly reduced by predator control measures during the early 20th century.

1.Seeing animals in the wild

Arguably the best thing about going on safari is the wildlife. From the glorious Big Five (lion, elephant, rhinoceros, buffalo and leopard) to hundreds of extraordinary bird species, visiting Africa is a treat for animal lovers.

Why do people go on safaris? ›

An African safari is the only way you can track wild animals and marvel at their beauty and power. Going on a walking safari offers a unique chance to see the animals up close and personal. The guides' experience ensures that you get a wealth of knowledge about the animals and get a chance to spot them.

So, the vast majority of safaris today are rides on off-road vehicles that go along the routes designated by national parks, where you can meet wild animals, gaze at them up close or through binoculars, take pictures and observe their behavior in the natural environment.

A guided tour is the best way to see the region including the main showcase, Yellowstone National Park.

Fall is the time of year to photograph elk, moose, bighorn, grizzly and just about every other Yellowstone animal in their prime. As the season progresses, the number of people and cars in the park drop off, allowing for a more intimate time. November thru April is a great time to watch wolves.

It damages the delicate ecosystem of places like Yellowstone. The Morning Glory Pool, one of the attractions, is acutely threatened and may have already been destroyed. For decades, tourists have thrown trash into the Morning Glory Pool in Yellowstone National Park, leading to disastrous consequences for the water.