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SAFARI TO SADDLE: FULL-DAY EXCURSION
From dawn’s first light to mountain heights—wildlife, wilderness, and the ride of a lifetime!
Service Description
Safari to Saddle is a one-of-a-kind adventure that combines early morning wildlife viewing with a backcountry horseback ride into the Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness. The journey begins at first light, as you set out on a private sunrise safari through Lamar Valley, one of the best places to see bison, elk, wolves, and bears as they start their day. With an expert guide and high-powered spotting scopes, you'll experience Yellowstone’s wildlife in its most active hours. After an unforgettable morning of wildlife watching, trade four wheels for four hooves and set out on horseback ride into Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness with Skyline Guest Ranch and Guide Service. Ride through open meadows, forested trails, and rugged terrain, taking in the same breathtaking landscapes that early explorers once traveled. Stop at an alpine lake for lunch before returning to civilization. This expedition offers the perfect blend of scenic beauty, adventure, and Western tradition, giving you a new perspective on Yellowstone’s wild spaces. ✔️ Private sunrise wildlife safari through Lamar Valley ✔️ Expert naturalist guide & high-powered spotting scopes ✔️ Half-day Horseback Ride into the Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness ✔️ Scenic Lunch on the Shores of an Alpine Lake ✔️ Unmatched Photo Opportunities Start Time: Cooke City, Montana pick-up at 5:30 am Contact for information regarding alternative pick-up locations and times.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
We’re so excited to welcome you on a Yellowstone adventure with Skyline Safari Co. Please read the following terms and policies carefully before completing your booking. These policies are designed to ensure clarity, fairness, and safety for all guests. Booking & Payment: Full payment is required at the time of booking for all day services, including both half-day and full-day tours. For multi-day retreats, expeditions, and getaways, a 50% deposit is collected at the time of booking, with the remaining balance due 90 days prior to the service date. All day services are subject to a 4% Montana resort tax. Multi-day experiences are subject to an 8% combined resort and accommodations tax. Cancellations & Refunds: For all half-day and full-day services, cancellations must be made at least 30 days prior to the scheduled service in order to receive a full refund. Cancellations made within 30 days of the service date are non-refundable. For multi-day experiences, the deposit is non-refundable once booked; however, the deposit may be applied toward a future service if rescheduling becomes necessary. We allow rescheduling when availability permits and encourage you to contact us as early as possible to make changes. If Skyline Safari Co. cancels a service due to unsafe weather conditions or other unforeseen safety concerns, guests will receive a full refund. However, we do not offer refunds for guest-initiated cancellations due to weather unless Skyline Safari Co. deems conditions unsafe. To cancel or reschedule a service, please email us at tour@skylinesafari.com. Trip Insurance: While we do not offer trip insurance directly, we strongly encourage all guests—particularly those booking multi-day retreats or expeditions—to purchase travel insurance that provides coverage for trip cancellations, medical emergencies, and travel delays.
Contact Details
31 Kersey Lake Road, Cooke City, MT, USA