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Half Day Yellowstone “Hot Spots” Deals From West Yellowstone

4.7(169)West Yellowstone1 hour
VIATOR4.6(82)TRIPADVISOR4.8(87)

Description

Join us for an exciting fun filled day to Yellowstone’s most popular HOT SPOTS on the Lower Loop of Yellowstone National Park.Your expert guide will escort you through the boardwalks of fascinating geothermal attractions such as:Fountain Paint Pots,The Grand Prismatic Spring and of course “Old Faithful. Other stops may be included depending on time. The Hot Spots tour is approximately 5 hours and meets at The Historic Madison Hotel In West Yellowstone At 7:00am or 2:30pm for June,July and August for comfort and better visibility of the geysers.Or meet at The Madison Campground.While at Old Faithful waiting for the old guy to erupt you’ll have time to purchase lunch at the Old Faithful Inn or you’re welcome to bring along a sack lunch for your party.NEW AFTERNOON 2:30-7:30 Time available for June,July and August! THIS TOUR IS NOT SUITABLE FOR INFANTS OR SMALL CHILDREN UNDER 5 AND IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED TO BOOK A PRIVATE HOT SPOTS TOUR FOR YOUR FAMILY!

Tour Options

Half Day YNP Hot Spots 6:45am!
  • Half Day Hot Spots Tours: Professionally guide tour of the Lower Loop of Yellowstones Geyser basin areas,The Grand Prismatic Lake,and Old Faithful etc

Itinerary

60 min

The Grand Prismatic is a must see for any Yellowstone visitor.This is Mother Nature at her best.The Grand Prismatic has caught the attention of millions upon millions of visitors from all over the world.Not only is this one of the most spectacular sites on the planet but is also a part of huge scientific discoveries.The thermophiles of the Grand Prismatic are not only beautiful and colorful but are used in medical resources all over the world.The Beautiful “Bacteria” is a must see on your Yellowstone vacation!

60 min

The Fountain Paint Pots is definitely one of my personal favorites.This amazing geyser basin houses many types of geothermal attractions all in one location.

60 min

Well…..No trip to Yellowstone would ever be complete without getting the chance to see this exciting attraction.Old Faithful has been the main focus of Yellowstone since the early indigenous people and later by General Washburn.Old Faithful has inspired guests to visit Yellowstone for hundreds of years.

30 min

Stop along side this stunning scenic road to view the beautiful Madison River and the abundant wildlife scene daily.

30 min

This stunning waterfall runs along the largest fault line in Yellowstone giving it a unique background and spectacular photos.

Highlights

binoculars (for the days usage)
Bottled water
guide
A morning snack
air conditioned vehicle

What's included

Included
binoculars (for the days usage)
Bottled water
guide
A morning snack
air conditioned vehicle
Not included
We really appreciate a 15-20% Service Industry Gratuity for you hard working Guide!
We provide water for your day but you are welcome to bring any nonalcoholic beverages that you’d like or purchase them at one of the many shops in Yellowstone
Lunch

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We always recommend wearing layers,comfortable shoes,and any personal medication,or supplies you believe you may need.Most items are provided on the tour,but remember we are in the mountains,and out of cell phone signal a lot of the time,so please be sure to bring you necessities.

Reviews(169)

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Abigail_h
August 16, 2026
Don’t miss this one!!

Small group, posh van, knowledgeable and friendly tour guide, AH-mazing views! There is a decent amount of walking, but nothing unmanageable and you can kind of “choose your own adventure” on how FAR you walk.

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Sharon_N
August 13, 2026
Our tour was both...

Our tour was both educational and fun! Mike was extremely knowledgeable about the park, and worked to ensure that all participants enjoyed the tour.

Operator response

Thank you glad everything went well for you. Mike is a great guide.

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Megan_H
August 13, 2026
Awesome first trip to Yellowstone!

Our tour was great! We got to see everything on the list and had a great first time at Yellowstone. We traveled with 4 seniors, 2 kids and 4 adults and everyone enjoyed it. Our tour guide, Dave was awesome and super knowledgeable. Definitely recommend!

Operator response

Glad your Hot Spots Tour went well for your family. Dave is the best. Thank you and safe travels.

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673kassandrah
August 8, 2026
Great tour, did not disappoint!

Mike was a wonderful guide, he was very informative, personable & funny. He made our tour worth while.

Operator response

Thanks for the great feedback. Mike is awesome. Safe travels

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ENRIQUE_S
August 7, 2026
Awesome

Yellowstone is beautiful but expansive, it would take several days to explore it All, thankfully Phoebe was a wonderful guide and hit all the high points.

Operator response

Glad you had a good time, yes Yellowstone is beautiful. Thank you.

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Explore260153
August 7, 2026
Fun and interesting trip

Great experience, though walking was an issue for me. Loved our guide Mike. He’s a jokester and helped make this trip fun. He also had a lot of interesting info about the park to share with us. This is a shorter trip than most of the Yellowstone trips that are available, which was just right for us. Highly recommend. Yellowstone is stunning.

Operator response

Mike is a character and a great guide. Our hot spot tour is great for people that don’t want a full day tour. Thank you.

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MaryK_M
August 3, 2026
Fantastico!

Viator's planning was exquisite. Nothing I could have planned alone would have held a candle to the experience we had with them. Ken was our guide; he was outstanding and a perfect match for us. The ride was comfortable and the tour seamless. A splendid opportunity to experience the best of Yellowstone.

Operator response

Ken is a great guide. Glad your tour went well,safe travels.

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sherrysR1884YK
August 2, 2026
Great experience

This was a perfect short trip. Mike, our guide, was great and informative. Weather was perfect. Sights were beautiful. We're really glad we booked this trip.

Operator response

The Hot Spots Tour is perfect for people that don’t want a full day tour. Glad you enjoyed it.

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Shannon_A
August 2, 2026
This was a great tour....

This was a great tour. Shari was early for pick up and did an amazing job. It was nice to be able to relax while being dropped off at different viewing spots of Yellowstone. She also shared so much information the whole tour. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone that wants to both relax and also see Yellowstone at the same time without worrying about parking and beating the crowds anywhere.

Operator response

Glad you enjoyed your tour. Shari is the best, safe travels.

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summerchelle918
July 25, 2026
Awesome tour!

Dave was an excellent tour guide! His knowledge, kindness, and love for the parks and all its inhabitants was super cool! He got us to Old Faithful with 10 minutes to spare - which is a big deal, otherwise we could’ve been waiting 90+ minutes for the next eruption! He shared so much history as well as current happenings as we traveled to each spot. He allowed ample time to explore, take pics, and ask questions along the way. He also showed us some of his favorite hidden gems which was really neat. The massive bison walking next to our bus was the perfect ending to an amazing tour!

Operator response

Sounds like everything went perfect. Dave is great. Thank you.

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