Top 10 Tours in Montana, United States

June 21, 2021 Janean Rudisill

No matter where you look in Montana, you’ll find unspoiled nature, charming small towns and relaxing hospitality. Explore Glacier and Yellowstone National Parks, then hit the road to discover more natural wonders. You can hike, bike or horseback ride through rugged mountain landscapes, fly-fish blue ribbon trout streams, paddle scenic rivers and lakes, or spend winter days carving fresh powder at ski resorts — then end your day wandering a vibrant main street or relaxing in a cozy lodge.
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1. Half-Day Rafting in Glacier National Park Whitewater inc Dinner

12127 US-2, West Glacier, MT 59936, USA Glacier Park Rafting
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Join us for an afternoon with dinner exploring Glacier National Park's Wild and Scenic border river, the Middle Fork Flathead. First, float a relaxing stretch of river through while you learn the paddle commands from your guide. As you start into the John Stevens Canyon you’ll run through 9 named rapids. This is a fun and splashy adventure through pristine, glacially fed waters! Next, your guide selects a secluded spot for a delicious dinner on the side of the river including steaks, chicken, hamburgers, or a vegetarian option. Our kitchen sources food locally and organically whenever possible. You’ll taste the difference! Our trips depart rain or shine. Dinner Trips are a 2:15p departure. No experience necessary. All guests must be able to fit an and buckle a 58" chest life jacket. July through September our minimum age is 5 and a minimum weight of 50 pounds. In June the minimum age may be slightly higher if river levels are higher but call our office and we’ll be happy to help.

Inclusions: Dinner, PFD, Paddles, Splash Gear

Exclusions: Guide gratuity not included.

Reviewed By Caili I

My husband and I booked a rafting trip in the off season just before summer. Friendly staff when checking in and the company provided wetsuits, PFD’s, and booties with a waterproof jacket. Our guide Justin, was knowledgeable about Glacier National Park and other historic places in the US. He went over safety instructions and procedures before starting the trip. It was like a personal tour, since it was a small group, only 3 of us and Justin on the river. Would recommend Glacier Park Rafting to anyone who loves to enjoy nature!!

2. Yellowstone Winter Private Tour from Bozeman

Globe Trekkers
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5.0 based on 5 reviews

Guest will have private transportation to and from Bozeman with a professional photographer and guide. You will experience abundant wildlife, majestic mountains, and canyons. This is a winter tour so only the northern entrance to the park is open. You will see abundant wildlife, hot springs, snow covered mountains, and beautiful vistas all along the way.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water, Private transportation, Snacks, Soda/Pop, Use of SLR Camera, and Binoculars

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Reviewed By Walter P

We paid $700 for an all day tour of Yellowstone - expect a lot. We got a brand new guide (nice young man) just learning the ropes - could not answer many of our questions. He had memorized his presentation - had to ask other guides for information. There was no provision for lunch (usually included in an all day tour at this price point). The snacks were cheap bags of doritos & potato chips - as a diabetic I could not have any of them. No fruit and only water to drink Stay away from Globe Trekkers tours.

3. Full-Day Private Tour in Yellowstone National Park

West Yellowstone City Weather, 124 Yellowstone Ave, West Yellowstone, MT 59758, USA Good Trip Adventures
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Our guides team is made up of Master Naturalists, experts with Master's Degrees in Outdoor and Sustainability Education, lifelong Montanans, and more! We’ll stop at geyser basins, waterfalls, canyons, hot springs, and rivers. As we drive through the park, we will look for bison, elk, grizzly bears, and wolves! Our guides will share stories of the park’s human and geological history as well as information about flora and fauna.

Inclusions: At midday, your guide will serve a gourmet picnic lunch. We cater to all dietary request with notice!, Binoculars, Spotting scopes, Thermometers, Field guides

Exclusions: Park Entry Fees - we recommend the America The Beautiful Pass., Gratuity for guides - If you had a great day, a 10-20% tip is appreciated!

Reviewed By W6716QIlaurao

My husband and I did a 1/2 day drive and hiking Of Grand Teton National Park. Our guide was Rachel, and she was very professional and kept the entire adventure well-informed and to our personal liking. Our picnic lunch was in a beautiful setting with all our dietary needs met. We were fortunate to see a caribou and grizzly cubs close up. It was a wonderful way to see the park. Thanks Rachel!

4. Private Yellowstone Wildlife Sightseeing Tour

Island Park, ID, USA Tied To Nature
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Spend the day looking for wildlife throughout Yellowstone, focusing on Yellowstone’s Northern loop. You will visit areas such as Lamar or Haden Valley for the chance to see bears, wolves, coyotes, bison, elk, and pronghorn. You will also explore river corridors, valleys, forests, and other habitats looking for other animals including, bighorn sheep, mountain goats, river otters, and other species. While traveling through these area you will also have a chance to enjoy the scenic vistas these animals call home. (This trip is your best chance to see a bear or wolf but no guarantees.)

Inclusions: Binoculars , Spotting Scope, Choose between a roast beef, turkey, ham, veggie, and a pb&j sandwich as part of your picnic style lunch., Snacks, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Yellowstone National Park Pass

Reviewed By Amy J

We were absolutely thrilled with Tied To Nature and Adam Brubaker's tour. He is so knowledgeable and connected to what is going on at Yellowstone. When you take his tour, he is in contact with which animals are where, when the next time Old Faithful is going to go off, so we saw everything with hardly any down time. His enthusiasm and love for nature is palpable. We saw hundreds of bison, elk, the Great Gray Owl, and Bears! We got fantastic photos because he allowed us to put our cell phones onto his telescope. He explained so much about this majestic and magical park. We recommend this tour company highly! And do your tour at the beginning of your trip so that you get the most out of your whole trip. We were lucky we got in because of someone else canceling. We went during Covid-19 and felt very safe on a private tour with just our group.

5. Glacier National Park Private Full-Day Tour from Whitefish

541 Spokane Ave, Whitefish, MT 59937, USA Whitefish Outfitters & Guides
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Enjoy comfortable, private transportation and a knowledgeable, experienced local guide. Your tour takes away the stress of driving around the park so you can enjoy the day with your family or travel group. Learn about the history of the park and the valley, enjoy the sights, and experience Glacier on this world-class tour.

Inclusions: Snacks, Soda/Pop, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities, Entrance fee to Glacier National Park

Reviewed By YoPaulieL

Ryan and the team set us up with folding E Bikes. We had a small SUV and they worked great. We drove to the Glacier National Park and Macdonald Lake Lodge Parking. Our ride was 14 miles each way to “Loop” on The Going To The Sun Road. Bikes worked great and plenary of Charge for two average cyclists. I couldn’t have done it without the evoke from Whitefish Outfitters and Guides!

6. Private E-Bike Tour of Going-to-the-Sun Road

Whitefish Outfitters & Guides
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Our private, guided tour is an exceptional way to see Glacier National Park. Completely private and customizable to your group, skip the hassle and let us take you on this trip. From pick up to drop off, you'll enjoy every minute of our Guide E-Bike Tour of Going to the Sun Road.

Inclusions: E-Bike & Helmet, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, Enjoy heavy hors d-oeuvre after your trek. You deserve it!, Private transportation

Exclusions: Entrance fee to Glacier National Park

Reviewed By I991HMss

Many thanks to Andy for showing us his favorite hidden spots and sharing tidbits about the local culture! We took his advice to head to Eastern part of Glacier (St Mary's) yesterday & it was spectacular!

7. PRIVATE Yellowstone Tour: Famous Sites, Wildlife, Easy Hikes, & Lunch included!

West Yellowstone, MT 59758, USA Yellowstone Adventure Tours
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Our private tours are led by experienced, knowledgeable, and local guides. During our day we will make our way through Yellowstone National Park stopping at all of the most famous sites. As well as some of the lesser known locations to see colorful hot springs, geysers, and wildlife! We will view Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Hot Spring, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, Yellowstone Falls, Artist Paint Pots, the Mud Volcano, Yellowstone Lake, and stop for wildlife viewing. If wildlife is far away we will them with provided high powered spotting scopes and binoculars! We will have several group discussions about the parks biology, history, and geology as we make our way through the park. Our small sized tours allow us to go off the beaten path and take short cuts to save time. A delicious picnic style lunch from a local deli is provided along with bottled water, sparkling waters, and sodas. We can take a few optional short hikes along the way to a scenic lake, waterfall, or spring!

Inclusions: Gourmet picnic lunch from a local deli at a scenic location, Binoculars, High zoom spotting scope, Soda/Pop, Air-conditioned vehicle, in addition to drinking water Pelligrino, Perrier, and La Croix will be on board

Exclusions: National Park Entrance Fee

Reviewed By elisenwillis

We booked a tour with Derek for Yellowstone in August 2020. He did not disappoint! My kids loved him and so did my husband and I. My oldest talked his ear off! Derek is an encyclopedia of knowledge about the area and took us to spots where we saw lots of animals including the rare sighting of a Grizzly and her cub! We got up early for that! We hit a lot of the main spots as well but Derek showed us some not so common areas that were quiet and spectacular! We would have never known these areas were there. I highly recommend doing a tour in Yellowstone with Derek and would absolutely do it again!

8. Family Friendly Gallatin River Whitewater Rafting

63960 Gallatin Rd, Gallatin Gateway, MT 59730, USA Montana Whitewater
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Looking for some whitewater while avoiding white-knuckle rapids? The 3 hour Upper Half Day trip is perfect for families, first-timers who are timid, or for those who aren’t strong swimmers – especially in June when we have high water. Enjoy fun rapids such as Hilarity Hole, Screaming Left, and Killer Fang. These rapids offer plenty of splashes and relatively easy navigation without the challenge of long rapids like the Mad Mile. This trip is packed with splashes and smiles!

Inclusions: Wetsuits, Booties, Fleece Top, Splash Top, Helmet, Paddle

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Reviewed By 424patricks

We really enjoyed our afternoon of zip lining! Even this 50-something mom was made to feel comfortable and confident by our guides who were patient and helpful and explained things well. I was pretty nervous, but they made it a lot of fun - especially the zips over the river! I hope to go again sometime!

9. VIP Safari of Yellowstone from West Yellowstone

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Globe Trekkers is all about giving you The VIP and attention you deserve! These are private tours (your party only), hotel pick up and drop off included, you call the stops, we take your photos for you, And we offer complimentary snacks and drinks. Private guided Day Tour of Yellowstone National Park in a Jeep. All the Grand highlights of the park. The guide serves as Driver, Tour Guide, and personal photographer. The largest group size is 4, with a minimum of 1. Winter Tours are a bit different. We go through the Gallatin Valley up through Bozeman and in The Paradise Valley, to Yellowstone's North Gate. The Tour includes Lamar Valley and mammoth Hot Springs.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Soda/Pop, Bottled water, Binoculars , Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By Marty L

with our having seen most of the Tetons the day before, Dennis made an adjustment on the fly to take us to Dubois for a beautiful hike to see Bighorn sheep and a beautiful waterfall.

10. 2 Hour Rafting on the Yellowstone River

220 W Park St, Gardiner, MT 59030, USA Wild West Rafting
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This classic half-day whitewater rafting trip on the Yellowstone River is perfect for families and kids of all ages. Certified guides will provide you with 2 hours of great splashes and fun!

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Wetsuits, water shoes, splash jacket, Changing facility

Exclusions: Drinks, Gratuities, DVD (available to purchase), Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Audrey22182

We had such a great time! Our guide was informative and also fun! I was a little nervous about rafting, but had a total blast!

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