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The company that will provide snowmobiling in Yellowstone National Park is required by their insurance carrier to obtain a signed liability release waiver from all program participants. Participants must sign a liability waiver form prior to participating in any scheduled activity. You can sign the waiver form when you arrive at the program site. Bring your Golden Age, Senior, or National Park pass for entry into Yellowstone National Park.
United States citizens don’t need a visa for any of the countries you’ll be visiting. Non-U.S. citizens should refer to their country's requirements to ensure they have the necessary documentation for travel.
Demands of high altitude winter travel are greater than in the summer. Program activities range from easy to moderately challenging. The elevation alone will increase the activity level before you engage in any physical activities. Each day you will enjoy moderate walking to explore some of Yellowstone’s many wonders. Should you have a history of altitude or respiratory difficulties, serious heart problems, or any medical conditions that might be exacerbated by winter stress, take this into consideration before your trip. Snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing are strenuous activities! You have registered for a moderately challenging program. If you are unable to participate, or choose not to participate, you will miss important information and interpretation. In addition, falling behind during activities can put you at risk of possible wildlife encounters and/or winter exposure dangers. The academic components for this program are provided in the classroom, while traveling throughout the park during field days, and along the trails during outdoor activities.
Arrival day is on Monday, February 16, 2026.
Meet the group at West Yellowstone Holiday Inn in West Yellowstone, MT
Start of Trip: Hotel check-in 3:00-4:00 p.m. followed by Program Registration, Welcome Dinner, and Orientation
Your trip ends on: Saturday, February 21, 2026 in West Yellowstone, MT at West Yellowstone Holiday Inn
End of Trip: Program concludes on Day 6 following breakfast
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 1.5-2 hours .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is Approximately 90 miles .
Budget Rent a Car
Car Rentals
Phone: 4063884091
Cost: Please contact transfer service directly for rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
Taxi and shuttle services from the Bozeman Airport to the program site can be expensive. It may be cheaper to rent a car. For additional car rental options visit bozemanairport.com/ground-transportation to view rates and availability. Please note that there are no drop-off rental car locations once you leave Bozeman, thus car rental options will need to be made for the duration of the program. Parking is free in Gardiner and in Yellowstone National Park.
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 1.5-2 hours .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 90 miles .
Uber/Lyft
Taxi
Cost: Please contact directly for reservations and rates. Prices subject to change.
Reservations and rates can be arranged through a smart phone app or by going online. All rates and charges are arranged independent of Road Scholar.
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 2 hours .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 89 miles .
North of Yellowstone
Commercial Van/Shuttle
Phone: 4065802286
Cost: Call for reservations and rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
When calling for reservations, let the shuttle company know you are with Road Scholar, your flight #, expected arrival time, the program you are attending, the dates and times you need a shuttle, and the location where you are going and where you need to be picked up from (Gardiner, West Yellowstone, Bozeman, etc.). Please note that all shuttle companies are independent companies and are not affiliated with Road Scholar. Road Scholar Staff are not able to assist with contacting and/or making reservations with shuttle companies. Shuttle costs and charges are established by the individual shuttle companies and Road Scholar does not have any control over pricing. Most shuttle companies are small and are short-staffed. Please schedule shuttles in advance of your program and please be patient and allow ample time for shuttle companies to return calls and messages.
Bozeman
The estimated travel time to the check-in location is 2 hours .
The estimated distance to the check-in location is 95 miles .
Karst Stage
Commercial Van/Shuttle
Phone: 4065563500
Cost: Contact Service Directly for Rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
Karst stage offers a couple of shuttles from the airport each day. It may be best to book on their website karststage.com. Shuttle are generally only offered twice a day. The times may or may not work with your travel plans. Please note that all shuttle companies are independent companies and are not affiliated with Road Scholar. Road Scholar Staff are not able to assist with contacting and/or making reservations with shuttle companies. Shuttle costs and charges are established by the individual shuttle companies and Road Scholar does not have any control over pricing. Most shuttle companies are small and are short-staffed. Please schedule shuttles in advance of your program and please be patient and allow ample time for shuttle companies to return calls and messages.
Bozeman Montana
The estimated travel time from the last location is 1.5-2 hours .
The estimated distance to the last location is 90 miles .
Uber/Lyft
Taxi
Cost: Please contact directly for reservations and rates. Prices subject to change.
Reservations and rates can be arranged through a smart phone app or by going online. All rates and charges are arranged independent of Road Scholar.
Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The estimated travel time from the last location is 2 hours .
The estimated distance to the last location is 89 miles .
North of Yellowstone
Commercial Van/Shuttle
Phone: 4065802286
Cost: Call for reservations and rates. Prices subject to change.
*Advanced reservations are required.
When calling for reservations, let the shuttle company know you are with Road Scholar, your flight #, expected arrival time, the program you are attending, the dates and times you need a shuttle, and the location where you are going and where you need to be picked up from (Gardiner, West Yellowstone, Bozeman, etc.). Please note that all shuttle companies are independent companies and are not affiliated with Road Scholar. Road Scholar Staff are not able to assist with contacting and/or making reservations with shuttle companies. Shuttle costs and charges are established by the individual shuttle companies and Road Scholar does not have any control over pricing. Most shuttle companies are small and are short-staffed. Please schedule shuttles in advance of your program and please be patient and allow ample time for shuttle companies to return calls and messages.
Arrival day is on 2/16/2026.
Meet the group at West Yellowstone Holiday Inn in West Yellowstone, MT.
Start of Trip: Hotel check-in 3:00-4:00 p.m. followed by Program Registration, Welcome Dinner, and Orientation
Your trip ends on: Saturday, February 21, 2026 in West Yellowstone, MT at West Yellowstone Holiday Inn.
End of Trip: Program concludes on Day 6 following breakfast.
Free parking is available at the hotel.
Idaho Falls
Drive 95 miles north on US HWY 20 to junction with State HWY 87; continue eastward 10 miles to West Yellowstone.
Bozeman
Drive west 10 miles on I-90 to Belgrade then south 91 miles on US HWY 191 to West Yellowstone.
Missoula
Drive east 192 miles on I-90 to Belgrade then south 91 miles on US HWY 191 to West Yellowstone.
Billings
Drive west 142 miles on I-90 to Bozeman; continue west on I-90 10 miles to Belgrade, then south 91 miles on US HWY 191 to West Yellowstone.