Wolf Week
As winter loosens its grip and the valley begins to stir, Sage Lodge invites you to slow down and listen to the land, the stars, and the enduring story of Yellowstone’s most iconic resident. Wolf Week is a celebration of spring’s return and the powerful presence of wolves in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem.
Throughout the week, guests are welcomed into immersive experiences led by renowned naturalists, trackers, and storytellers who bring the world of the wolf to life through history, science, and lived experience. From fireside conversations to days spent reading the landscape itself, Wolf Week offers rare opportunities to deepen your connection to this place and the wild rhythms that shape it.
To complement the programming, guests will enjoy 20% off all Yellowstone National Park Wildlife Tours and Expedition Yellowstone Tours throughout Wolf Week, an invitation to step into the heart of wolf country.
Winter Wildlife Tour
Optimize your chances of viewing wildlife while exploring the stunning winter wonderland of Yellowstone’s Northern Range. Insider tip: Yellowstone’s winter sunrises are the most spectacular!
Please be prepared to be outside the vehicle for varying lengths of time while wildlife watching. This may include some walking on raised wooden or dirt/gravel or snow-covered trails. Layered clothing is highly recommended as the weather in Yellowstone National Park can change rapidly. Winter guests should plan to bring appropriate sun, wind, & rain protection to maintain comfort throughout the day. Warm, waterproof boots are highly recommended for all snowshoe touring in the park.
Sage Lodge is an authorized permittee of the National Park Service.
Details & Requirements
- Minimum Age:
All Ages
- Time of Year:
November 1 – March 31
- Duration:
Tour is 7-8 hours. The tour departure time varies depending on the season.
Please note: Return times are estimated. Please make your guide aware if you must return by a particular time.
- Price:
$995 for 1-2 persons, $100/additional guest.
Beginning January 1, 2026, and in accordance with new federal policy, park tour reservations for international travelers will include an additional $100 per-person admission fee, in addition to standard entrance charges.
All fees included. Guide gratuities are not included.
- Includes:
- Full day tours are an approximate 7–8-hour private tour experience*
- A complimentary “to-go” meal from our Backcountry Menu is included for each participant on all tours. Tours include water, snacks, coffee and hot beverages.
- Access to high-powered optics for ethical wildlife viewing
- Transportation between Sage Lodge & Yellowstone National Park
- Yellowstone National Park entrance fees
- How to Book:
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Contact our concierge team for more information.
Half-Day Winter Wildlife Tour
The perfect adventure for guests with a limited amount of time! Experience a taste of the majestic scenery and abundant wildlife in Yellowstone’s Northern Range with an experienced naturalist guide.
Please be prepared to be outside the vehicle for varying lengths of time while wildlife watching, including some walking on trails. Layers of clothing and sun, wind, and rain protection are recommended to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Sage Lodge is an authorized permittee of the National Park Service.
Details & Requirements
- Minimum Age:
All Ages
- Time of Year:
November 1 – March 31
- Duration:
Departure Time: 5:30-7 AM, seasonally
Duration: 5 hoursTrip durations are estimates. Please make your guide aware if you must return by a particular time.
- Price:
$725 for 1-2 persons, $100/additional guest.
Beginning January 1, 2026, and in accordance with new federal policy, park tour reservations for international travelers will include an additional $100 per-person admission fee, in addition to standard entrance charges.
All fees included. Guide gratuities are not included.
- Includes:
- Private tour experience with a knowledgeable naturalist guide
- Complimentary to-go backcountry meal, snacks, and beverages prepared by our culinary team
- The use of high-powered optics for ethical wildlife viewing
- Transportation between Sage Lodge and Yellowstone National Park
- Yellowstone National Park entrance fees
- How to Book:
Contact our concierge team to book this experience.
Expedition Yellowstone
Join our certified Montana Master Naturalist guides on a custom-curated tour of Yellowstone, focusing on a primary topic in detail while still enjoying all the park’s sights. Learn about one of the park’s most fascinating aspects and what makes Yellowstone truly unique! Select from the experiences below.
Wolves of Yellowstone
Available: Year-Round
Duration: 8-10 hours
Departure Time: 5:30 AM-7 AM, seasonally
Since their reintroduction to Yellowstone in 1995, wolves have become the park’s most popular, iconic, and controversial residents. Your Montana Naturalist guide will introduce you to the animal’s history in the park, as well as its complicated relationship with mankind in the West. Learn all about their unique and adaptive behaviors and social structure as you travel through their home range. While physically seeing the wolves is never a guarantee, you will spend an unforgettable day chasing them in Yellowstone’s fabled Northern range and undoubtedly return home with a greater appreciation for the park’s most famous residents.
Winter in the Northern Range
Available: November – March
Duration: 8-10 hours
Departure Time: 6:30-7 AM
During winter in Yellowstone, many animals use seasonal adaptations to survive. Elk and bison migrate to areas with more food, while predators follow them and adapt their hunting behaviors. Some animals hibernate, like bears and marmots. Your Montana Naturalist guide will take you on a snowshoeing tour of the Northern Range to see animal tracks, scat, and signs, experiencing the park through the eyes of its residents.
Sage Lodge is an authorized permittee of the National Park Service.
Details & Requirements
- Minimum Age:
All Ages
- Time of Year:
Winter
- Duration:
8 – 10 hours
Return times are estimated. Please make your guide aware if you must return by a particular time.
- Price:
$1,300 for 1-2 persons, $100/additional guest.
Beginning January 1, 2026, and in accordance with new federal policy, park tour reservations for international travelers will include an additional $100 per-person admission fee, in addition to standard entrance charges.
All fees included. Guide gratuities are not included.
- Includes:
- Private tour experience with a certified Montana Master Naturalist guide
- Complimentary to-go backcountry meals (breakfast and lunch), snacks, and beverages prepared by our culinary team
- Reference materials provided by Sage Lodge
- The use of high-powered optics for ethical wildlife viewing
- Transportation between Sage Lodge and Yellowstone National Park
- Yellowstone National Park entrance fees
- How to Book:
Contact our concierge team to book or for more information.
Winter Trails and Wildlife Tour
For those interested in experiencing all Yellowstone’s Northern Range has to offer, this is the perfect option. Spend the morning wildlife watching, then escape the roadside crowds by joining your naturalist guide in snowshoes or cross-country skiing in Yellowstone’s gorgeous snow-covered wilderness.
Please be prepared to be outside the vehicle for varying lengths of time while wildlife watching. This may include some walking on raised wooden or dirt/gravel or snow-covered trails. Layered clothing is highly recommended as the weather in Yellowstone National Park can change rapidly. Winter guests should plan to bring appropriate sun, wind, & rain protection to maintain comfort throughout the day. Warm, waterproof boots are highly recommended for all snowshoe touring in the park.
Sage Lodge is an authorized permittee of the National Park Service.
Details & Requirements
- Minimum Age:
12+ for cross-country skiing
8+ for snowshoeing
- Time of Year:
Snowshoeing/hiking: November 1 – March 31
Cross-country skiing: December 15-March 1
- Duration:
Departure Time: 7 AM
Duration: 7-8 hoursPlease note: Return times are estimated. Please make your guide aware if you must return by a particular time. Snowshoeing & cross-country skiing are dependent on snow conditions.
- Price:
$1,025 for 1-2 persons, $100/additional guest.
Cross-country ski rentals will be an additional $35/person.
Beginning January 1, 2026, and in accordance with new federal policy, park tour reservations for international travelers will include an additional $100 per-person admission fee, in addition to standard entrance charges.
All fees included. Guide gratuities are not included.
- Includes:
- Full day tours are an approximate 7–8-hour private tour experience
- A complimentary “to-go” meal from our Backcountry Menu is included for each participant on all tours. Tours include water, snacks, coffee and hot beverages.
- Access to high-powered optics for ethical wildlife viewing
- Transportation between Sage Lodge & Yellowstone National Park
- Yellowstone National Park entrance fees
- How to Book:
-
Contact our concierge team for more information.
Two-Day Cross-Country Skiing Tour
This two-day tour offers half-day instruction and full-day guided cross-country touring on Yellowstone’s best trails, tailored to your skiing ability. Experience the magical winter backcountry on skis!
Sage Lodge is an authorized permittee of the National Park Service.
Details & Requirements
- Minimum Age:
12
- Price:
$1,575 for 1-2 persons, $100 for additional guests.
Cross-country ski rentals will be an additional $35 per person per day.Beginning January 1, 2026, and in accordance with new federal policy, park tour reservations for international travelers will include an additional $100 per-person admission fee, in addition to standard entrance charges.
All fees included. Guide gratuities are not included.
- Time of Year:
December 15 – March 1
- Duration:
Day One: 8 AM
Duration: 4-5 hoursDay Two: 8 AM
Duration: 7-8 hoursReturn times are estimated. Please make your guide aware if you must return by a particular time.
- Includes:
- Full day tours are an approximate 7–8-hour private tour experience
- A complimentary “to-go” meal from our Backcountry Menu is included for each participant on all tours. Tours include water, snacks, coffee and hot beverages.
- Access to high-powered optics for ethical wildlife viewing
- Transportation between Sage Lodge & Yellowstone National Park
- Yellowstone National Park entrance fees
- How to Book:
Contact our concierge team to book or for more information.
Half-Day Snowshoe or Cross-Country Skiing Tour
Get out & explore Yellowstone’s beauty on snowshoes or cross-country skis. In Yellowstone’s north entrance, Mammoth Hot Springs Village is surrounded by pristine winter wonderland trails ready for exploration! Half-days are best for those short on time or looking to get on the trails with one of our experienced naturalist guides.
Please be prepared to be outside the vehicle for varying lengths of time while wildlife watching. This may include some walking on raised wooden or dirt/gravel or snow-covered trails. Layered clothing is highly recommended as the weather in Yellowstone National Park can change rapidly. Winter guests should plan to bring appropriate sun, wind, & rain protection to maintain comfort throughout the day. Warm, waterproof boots are highly recommended for all snowshoe touring in the park.
Sage Lodge is an authorized permittee of the National Park Service.
Details & Requirements
- Minimum Age:
12+ for cross-country skiing
8+ for snowshoeing
- Time of Year:
Snowshoeing/hiking: November 1 – March 31
Cross-country skiing: December 15-March 1
- Duration:
Departure Time: Morning Half-day Tour, 8 AM / Afternoon Half-day Tour, 12 PM
Duration: 4-5 hoursReturn times are estimated. Please make your guide aware if you must return by a particular time. Snowshoeing & cross-country skiing are dependent on snow conditions.
- Price:
$725 for 1-2 persons, $100/additional guest.
Cross-country ski rentals will be an additional $35/person.Beginning January 1, 2026, and in accordance with new federal policy, park tour reservations for international travelers will include an additional $100 per-person admission fee, in addition to standard entrance charges.
All fees included. Guide gratuities are not included.
- Includes:
- Full day tours are an approximate 7–8-hour private tour experience
- A complimentary “to-go” meal from our Backcountry Menu is included for each participant on all tours. Tours include water, snacks, coffee and hot beverages.
- Access to high-powered optics for ethical wildlife viewing
- Transportation between Sage Lodge & Yellowstone National Park
- Yellowstone National Park entrance fees
- How to Book:
-
Contact our concierge team for more information.
