All Trips > Wyoming > Yellowstone Hiking and Wildlife with Grand Teton Yellowstone Hiking and Wildlife with Grand Teton View Dates & Book Your Spot AT A GLANCE Wyoming 10 Explorer Chicks Hotel Bucket List, Cycling, Hiking, Hot Springs, Multisport, National Park, US-Based, Wildlife 7 Days 3 - Active Physical demand level for this trip YOLO-stone Photos Itinerary Logistics Activity Level What's Included View Dates & Book Your Spot Book a Call Share YOLO-stone Explore the mountains, wildlife, thermals, hot springs and geysers of Wyoming on our 7-day Women’s Yellowstone hiking trip with Grand Teton National Park! Cue the goosebumps as the SHE-nanigan Shuttle passes below the Roosevelt Arch inscription: For the benefit of the people. Preach, Teddy! Welcome to the world’s first-ever national park, where you’ll go deeper than a highlight tour to see ALL of Yellowstone’s stupid-pretty glory. This means exploring by foot, shuttle, horseback, cliff, backstroke – and maybe that Lord of the Rings eagle. Blow up your photo roll tracking Lamar Valley wildlife on and off trail as the sun creeps up. Our local wilderness guide leads the way as we break out the scopes searching for wolves, grizzly bears, bison, pronghorn, badgers, bald eagles, osprey, deer, and coyotes—who knows what we might see? Spend an entire day chasing enough geothermal beauty to create an entire gallery wall in your house. Catch Old Faithful being a total diva. Rise above the tourists for an osprey’s view of Grand Prismatic Spring. Soak and soothe your amazing muscles in heavenly hot springs. Gaze into the Grand Canyon in search of rainbows from Artist’s Point in the South Rim. Scramble up talus slopes to the top of Avalanche peak for an eye-full of the Grand Tetons – 50 miles away! Enter Grand Teton National Park for an all-time favorite hike up Cascade Canyon. Keep your peepers peeled for moose! You’ll be surrounded by towering mountains and will start to feel part-marmot. Slap an inspirational quote on your Insta post before splashing with your new besties in a cold mountain lake. You’ll get plenty of chill time in our cozy inn (first three nights) in the small town of Gardiner, followed by a Yellowstone National Park hotel (next two nights). End your girls’ trip in a hotel nestled in the heart of Jackson with plenty of time to shop and throwback shots. Photos Itinerary Expand All Days Day 1 - Geysers Gone Wild: Old Faithful & Grand Prismatic We’ll meet bright and early at 7:00 AM at our rendezvous hotel in Jackson. Fuel up and get ready, because we’re kicking off this adventure with a geothermal bang. After we hit the road, our first stop is the Upper Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park, home to nearly half of all the geysers on Earth. Yup, half. That includes the Grand Daddy of them all: Old Faithful, erupting roughly 20 times a day. We’ll spend the morning walking the entire length of the Upper Basin boardwalks, taking in bubbling pools, spouting steam vents, and rainbow-hued thermal features. At the end, our SHE-nanigan Shuttle will be waiting to whisk us off to our next stop: the Midway Geyser Basin. Here we’ll hike the Fairy Falls Trail to a stunning overlook of Grand Prismatic Spring, the largest hot spring in Yellowstone—and the third largest in the world. Spoiler: it’s even more jaw-dropping in person. After our geyser-filled day, we’ll roll into the charming town of West Yellowstone, where we’ll check into our cozy, locally owned inn. Then it’s time to gather for a yummy welcome dinner and toast to the wild days ahead. Transfer Times: Jackson to Upper Basin: 2.5 hours Grand Prismatic Spring to West Yellowstone: 50 mins Hiking Distance: Roughly 6.8 miles and relatively flat Accommodation: West Yellowstone Lodge (Night 1 of 2) Meals: L, D Day 2 - Yellowstone Icons: Grand Canyon & Mount Washburn Going to Yellowstone without standing over the Grand Canyon is like going to Target without wandering the decor section… impossible. After breakfast at our Lodge, we’ll head to chase waterfalls. A good chunk of the morning will be spent chasing stunning overlooks along the South Rim. We’ll hike Clear Lake Loop to hit the best viewpoints and stretch our gams on what might be Yellowstone’s greatest hike. After lunch, we’ll head out on the trails again to hike to the summit of Mount Washburn at 10,219’ elevation! Along the trail, we’ll have opportunities for wildlife viewing, wildflowers, and breathtaking views from the summit. Transfer time: West Yellowstone to Clear Lake Trail: 1.5 hours Hiking Distances: Clear Lake Loop: 3.9 miles/423’ elevation gain Mount Washburn: 6.8 miles/1,398’ elevation gain Accommodation: West Yellowstone Lodge (Night 2 of 2) Meals: B, L, D Day 3 - Norris Bains + Mammoth Hot Springs Today’s stacked with top-secret stops that’ll make you feel like a giddy 8-year-old again. After breakfast, we say goodbye to West Yellowstone with a quick hello to Gibbon Falls—an 84-foot drop over ancient volcanic rock. Then it’s off to Norris Basin to stretch our legs and geek out over milky blue pools, steamy vents, and some spicy little thermophiles. Next up? A hidden trail to the backdoor of Mammoth Hot Springs—no crowds, all wow. Think alien rock formations, secret wildlife sightings, and ever-changing travertine terraces that look straight outta another planet. After snapping pics and soaking in the scenery (no soaking in the springs, sorry!), we roll into Gardiner. You’ll have some free time to wander, peek into shops, or rest before a well-deserved dinner. Distance: 4 miles (not including stops along the way) Elevation Gain: 860’ Hiking Time: 4 hours Accommodation: Gardiner Inn (Night 1 of 2) Meals: B, L, D Day 4 - Wolves, Rivers, & Hot Springs Soaks Rise and shine, Explorer Chicks—it’s fang, fur, and feather time! We’re off to Lamar Valley to (hopefully!) spot Yellowstone’s elusive grey wolves. Manifest those sightings while we sip hot drinks and meet our badass Wildlife Guide. Eyes wide for bison, bears, pronghorn, eagles, and yes—even red squirrels if you’re the squeal-and-point type. We’ll cruise through landscapes peppered with Hoodoos and basalt columns, soaking in the wild vibes. After our wildlife tour, we’ll hit a stunning ridge trail along the Yellowstone River with swoon-worthy views and serious “look at us go” energy. We’ll refuel with tasty bites, make a few surprise scenic stops, and wrap the day in the one hot spring you can actually soak in—just in time for sunset. Kick back, soak it up, and get ready—tomorrow’s grand finale is coming in hot. Distance: 4.2 miles Elevation Gain: 665’ Hiking Time: 3 hours Transfer Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Accommodation: Inn Gardiner (Night 2 of 2), shared Meals: B-L-D Day 5 - Summit Avalanche Peak and Yellowstone Lake Get ready to earn that badass badge because today we’re tackling Avalanche Peak. This one’s no joke: straight up, straight down, through pine forests, wildflower meadows, and a final scramble over rugged talus. At 10,568ʹ, the summit serves up epic 360° views over Yellowstone. On a clear day, the Tetons wave at us from 50 miles out. It’s windy and exposed up there, so layer up and lunch like legends at the top. After soaking in the summit glory, we’ll chill lakeside at Yellowstone Lake with a laid-back waterfront bite. Then it’s wheels up to Jackson Hole, baby! We’re swapping geysers for glam and diving into two nights of Teton magic. Hiking Distance: 4.6 miles RT. Elevation Gain: 2,000′ Hiking Time: 5-6 hours Transfer Time: 2 hours + 2 hours Accommodation: Jackson (Night 1 of 2) Meals: B, L, D Day 6 - E-Biking Grand Teton National Park We’re wrapping up our wild adventure with one more epic experience: biking through the breathtaking beauty of Grand Teton National Park. This scenic loop winds through peaceful roads and paved pathways, surrounded by soaring peaks, wide-open sagebrush flats, and maybe even a curious critter or two. The terrain is mostly flat, making it a smooth and totally rewarding ride. With the Tetons towering beside us, it’s the perfect sendoff to an unforgettable trip. We’ll pause mid-ride for a tasty picnic lunch with million-dollar views, because Explorer Chicks don’t do ordinary. Back in Jackson Hole, you’ll have some free time to shop, sip, or simply stroll the charming town square before we gather one last time for our farewell dinner. Raise a glass—you’ve earned it. E-Biking Distance: 17 miles Biking Time: 4 hours Accommodation: Jackson (Night 2 of 2) Meals: B, L, D Day 7 - Jackson Hole & Goodbyes Enjoy one last breakfast together before parting ways! If you have some time before departing today, feel free to explore the charming town of Jackson. On summer Saturdays, the town park transforms into a lively Farmer’s Market filled with local crafts and treats. For some extra relaxation before you go, don’t miss the chance to book a spa treatment at the lodge: massage, facial, or whatever your heart (and muscles) crave. You can schedule your departure anytime today. Meals: B Explorer Chick reserves the option to modify trip itineraries at the discretion of your adventure leader as necessary due to weather, conditions, illness, injury, group dynamics, safety, or other unforeseen incidents. Logistics What to Pack Check out our recommended hiking gear for all trips. You’ll receive a complete packing list in your Travel Guide upon booking; note that trips may require additional specialized items. Arrival Airport City: Jackson, Wyoming (JAC) Pick Up Location: Rendezvous Hotel Meeting Time: 7am on Day 1 Departure Airport City: Jackson, Wyoming (JAC) Drop Off Location: Rendezvous Hotel on Day 6 Return Time: Plan to fly out anytime on Day 7 You will receive a Travel Guide with all the rendezvous hotel, packing, and additional information you’ll need to prepare for your epic trip. We require a minimum of 6 Explorer Chicks for this trip. Please confirm your trip is guaranteed before booking airfare. Activity Level Rated 3 – ACTIVE This trip is rated as Active because of the frequency of hiking over the course of 6 days, the altitude inside Yellowstone, and the two summit hikes over 10,000′ altitude. You can expect to be on your feet for most of the day to squeeze in as much of the parks as possible. Altitude: The average altitude inside Yellowstone National Park is 8,000 feet – also, the elevation where anyone is at risk of altitude sickness. All people are susceptible to altitude sickness regardless of your age, gender and fitness. Symptoms include headache, lightheadedness, weakness, trouble sleeping and an upset stomach. Before your Trip: Some pre-existing medical conditions are known to severely worsen at high altitude and be difficult to adequately treat on the ground, leading to more serious consequences. It is imperative that you discuss your pre-existing medical condition/s with your doctor. We understand certain medications are reported to aid acclimatizing to high altitude. There are also prescription drugs that aid with altitude sickness. Please discuss these options with your doctor. Daily Activities: Day 1: 6.8 miles. Relatively flat Day 2: Clear Lake Loop- 3.9 miles. 423’ gain. Mount Washburn- 6.8 miles. 1,398’ gain. 10,219′ altitude. Day 3: 4 miles. 860′ gain. Day 4: 4.2 miles, 665’ gain. Day 5: Avalanche Peak. 4.6 miles. 2,000ʹ gain. 10,568′ altitude. Day 6: E-Biking, 17 miles. This does not include many of our smaller stops where we’ll be doing shorter hikes and walks. Please consider your ability to meet the physical demands very seriously. It is for the safety of both you and our group. All Explorer Chicks will be required to sign an Acknowledgement of Physical Demands as part of their waiver upon booking. Read more about our Activity Levels. What's Included Lodging 2 Nights at a Family-Owned Lodge in West Yellowstone. Shared 2 per room. Includes Wifi and amazing views. 2 Nights at a Family-Owned Inn in Gardiner. Shared 2 per room. Includes Wifi and stunning views. Laundromat within walking distance. 2 Nights in a downtown Lodge in Jackson. Shared 2 per room. Heated pool, hot tub, and full-service spa. Walking distance to downtown Jackson. Activities Entrance and commercial permit fees to all National Parks and public lands All activities as outlined in the itinerary Gratuities for all excursions Meals All meals as indicated in itinerary: B-6, L-6, D-6 Gratuities for included meals. Practical Professional leadership team with 2 Explorer Chick Guides A detailed Travel Guide with everything you need to know for your trip The freedom to enjoy your vacation and mindlessly wander! Not Included Rendezvous hotel Airfare Airport Transportation Alcoholic beverages Travel Insurance Meals exclusive of itineraries Costs for additional activities Gratuity for your Explorer Chick Guides (read our tipping guidelines here) More from Yellowstone Me: Impressed by trees, rocks… and a casual buffalo parade 🦬Our Explorer Chicks just returned from an incredible weekend in Yellowstone National Park, and yes, these beauties showed up to welcome them 🌲Have you ever seen buffalo in the wild?#explorerchickyellowstone #yellowstonenationalpark #grouptravel #travelmeme #travelhumor #womenwhotravel #yellowstone #buffalo 102 1 Open 102 1 We had 7 fantastic women with us this weekend in Yellowstone National Park for our FIRST 4-day Yellowstone trip! ✨Together, we got a “twofer” at Old Faithful, catching the first eruption from an overlook, then watching it blow again after lunch. We drank in Grand Prismatic Spring from both above and below, explored the majestic Norris Basin boardwalk, and hiked off the beaten path… where we spotted a bear 🐻We climbed the mammoth terraces to visit a napping seven-point elk, then woke up early to observe a family of wolves in Lamar Valley, and had a once-in-a-lifetime chat with Rick McIntyre himself 🐺We hiked around Trout Lake and over the Yellowstone River, soaked in the natural mineral waters at Yellowstone Hot Springs, and followed the iconic path down to Artist Point for a morning meditation.We stood in awe at the sacred birthplace of the Kiowa people at Dragon’s Mouth, and wandered the hydrothermal boardwalk at West Thumb of Yellowstone Lake.And all of it? Shared with 7 incredible women who showed up, explored deeply, and left a little more connected, to nature, to wonder, and to each other 💕If you want to learn more about the next 4-day Yellowstone trip, comment “YELLOW” below! #explorerchickyellowstone #yellowstonenationalpark #wildlife #hikingtrip #grouptravel 52 1 Open 52 1 Sure, we’re all about the epic hikes, but when it comes to multisport adventure, we’ve also got serious saddle time. 🐴 From the untouched pampas of Patagonia to Yellowstone’s wild sagebrush, two of our trips bring you closer to nature with unforgettable horseback rides. Ride alongside local Gauchos in Peru on the cutest Criollo horses (seriously, they’re pros at this terrain) or trek through Yellowstone’s sweeping meadows toward a sunset campfire feast—cowboy songs and cobbler included. 🌄 No experience needed, just a sense of adventure and a love for wild landscapes.Feeling inspired by these breathtaking rides? If either of these trips are calling your name, comment “Giveaway” to RSVP for our 9th Annual Online Bash! 🎉Not only could you win a $5,000 Explorer Chick trip, but you’ll also get VIP early access to our Black Friday Sale—the time where trips like these will be at their lowest price! 💸#perutravel #yellowstonenationalpark #horsebackriding #horsebackrider #grouptravel #travelinspiration #explorerchickpatmulti #explorerchickyellowstone 37 6 Open 37 6 This is how you know you had an amazing trip: Tell me what’s better than singing, dancing, and wearing matching buffalo socks around a bonfire in Yellowstone? 🦬🧦Oh, I know: doing it with a group of strangers turned best friends #duhh #grouptravel #solofemaletraveler #explorerchick #adventuretravel #explorerchickyellowstone 96 3 Open 96 3 Here’s the life-changing mantra we swear by:“Easy doesn’t change you.” 🤟🏽And trust me, these Explorer Chicks get it. They just wrapped up Avalanche Peak—one of Wyoming’s toughest hikes. We’re talking sweat, tears, laughter, and just a few dramatic foot cramp complaints (because, of course). But guess what? These total badasses crushed it, summiting like the queens they are. And yes, we’re over here bursting with pride—probably as much as they were bursting out of their hiking boots when the day was over 🥾So, if you’re ready to swap comfort for a challenge and level up your adventure game, what are you waiting for? Lace up those boots, and come join us on the next Explorer Chick trip. Trust us, your future self will thank you. 😉#explorerchickyellowstone #hikeyellowstone #inspirationalwomen #grouptravel #hiking #ECinherwords 43 6 Open 43 6 💗From strangers to sisters, bonded by laughter, adventure, and the magic of Yellowstone. This is magic that happens when women come together to explore.✨#Solofemaletravel #ExplorerChick #Yellowstone #Explorerchickyellowstone 49 0 Open 49 0 😅Me, convincing myself that one more hike will magically fix everything.Ready for your dose of nature therapy? 🏔️Join our all-women’s hiking trip in Yellowstone this August. 👉Link in bio.#ExplorerChickYellowstone #Hikingmeme #travelmeme #Yellowstone #NationalParks 139 0 Open 139 0 Do the mountains call to you? The trails, the fresh air, the excitement of adventure. But maybe there’s that other voice, the hesitant one whispering, “I’m not sure if I can...”😔But what if you prove that voice wrong? What if this was the moment you discovered the strength and resilience within you? 📍Yellowstone is where that begins.🥾That empowering moment finally reaching the top of Avalanche Peak - breathless (it’s the altitude...and the view!), and this wave of pure joy washes over you. 💦The thrill of rafting the Yellowstone River – a little fear, a LOT of laughter shared with incredible women.🌈Gasping at the colors and wonder of Grand Prismatic Spring, like stepping into another world. It reminds you how small you are, but how BIG this world is.💦 Rafting the Yellowstone River – a little fear, a LOT of laughter shared with incredible women.This isn’t just a bucket-list trip; it’s about pushing boundaries, silencing doubts, and proving to yourself that “I can” is way more powerful than “I’m not sure”. 😊Our guides handle all the logistics, so you can be fully present. Expect delicious meals, perfectly planned routes, and endless support – freeing you to truly embrace the adventure and the joy of the moment.If you crave that feeling of being truly alive – Yellowstone awaits. You’re way stronger than you think. 😉Want the deets? Comment “Yellowstone”!🗓️Aug 11-17🗓️Aug 27-Sept 2#ExplorerChickYellowstone #YellowstoneNationalPark #Hikingtrip #Solofemaletravel #womenover40 #grandteton 56 9 Open 56 9 Load More View Dates & Book Your Spot Let's do this Starting from $5,099 Book Now Save $300 with our Early Bird Discounts! Just book at least 6 Months in Advance! Discount is automatically applied. Non-Refundable Deposit: $300 due at booking to secure your spot Questions About Yellowstone? Book a call with our Destination + Guest Experience Manager, Amy, or fill out the form below. Name(Required) First Name Last Name Email(Required) Enter Email Confirm Email Send us your Yellowstone questions!(Required)PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. In Her Words Laurie R.Had a fabulous time in Yellowstone with awesome guides Mary and Savannah. Learned so much about wildlife (wolves are cool, bears are not that scary when you learn the ropes, bison are huge, and elks are lazy) and about the thermal activity in Yellowstone (Magma plumes rock), but my favorite thing was hiking in paradise (Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and above Yellowstone River). Such a wonderful experience with a fun group. Mary and Savannah just rocked as our fearless leaders! Can’t wait to try another adventure with Explorer Chicks!Francine O.Wonderful adventure at Yellowstone NP and Grand Tetons with Explorer Chicks! Exceeded my expectations...as it will yours!!Shannon B.I just got back from my third Explorer Chick trip--this time to Yellowstone. It was a busy trip and we saw a lot in one week. Our guides Christina and Jayme were first class and facilitated not just the logistics of travel, meals, and activities but also empowered us, educated and listened and were fun to be around. These are not trips if you want relaxing, easy vacations. But if if want to meet fantastic women and challenge yourself, sign up. There are so many options to choose from and new people to meet.Tracy V.I had a great experience on the August 29 Yellowstone/Tetons hiking trip. Kirstie ad Savanah were amazing guides. We had a great group of women who made this trip so worthwhile.Chandra M.I went on the Yellowstone + Grand Teton tour with Savannah, Kirstie, and 9 other badass women! Our guides were so thoughtful, funny and supportive as we reached new highs physically and spiritually. They never tired of our questions and helped navigate the dynamics of our group with ease, I can’t imagine two better people to guide us through horse back riding, rafting and scaling sick peaks!!! The trip was SO well planned and PACKED with beautiful hikes to waterfalls, up mountains and through some of the most beautiful canyons I’d ever seen. Don’t hesitate to book a trip with Explorer Chick, I am already so excited for my next one!!!!!!!!Amber D.I recently had the chance to enjoy the Yellowstone and Grand Tetons trip with Explorer Chick guides Lauren and Kirstie. Their organized and laid back attitude had me trusting every part of this amazing journey. I appreciated their concern for safety in the wilderness, care for the great outdoors, and cooking skills. My personal goals to prove to myself that I could accomplish my bucket list items and step outside my comfort zone... way outside my comfort zone... were supported by these two amazing guides and new friendships built the rest of the women who share similar hopes and dreams. I am very much looking forward to my next Explorer Chick vacations and virtual backpacking workshops. Book with Confidence Your wanderlust doesn’t have to wait. Our payment plans make booking your dream trip easier than ever. The best part? Zero additional fees. Payment Plans We want nothing more than for you join us. However, we understand emergencies do occur that may cause you to cancel your reservation. Cancellation Policy To protect your travel investment and your hide, we recommend purchasing travel insurance. Receive a no-hassle, online quote in less than 2 minutes. 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