Scenic Safaris Summer
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Scenic Safaris Summer covers the warm-season programs from Scenic Safaris, running guided UTV and ATV backcountry tours plus van-based wildlife safaris through Grand Teton, Yellowstone, and the Bridger-Teton National Forest (including the Gros Ventre Range). The right fit is travelers who want guided park access with transportation handled, wildlife viewing built into the day, and an off-road option in the mix. The wrong fit is anyone wanting a self-drive park day or a multi-day expedition; book a different operator for that.
Summer Highlights: UTV Tours, Wildlife Safaris & Rentals
Three summer trip categories. UTV/ATV backcountry tours through the Bridger-Teton National Forest and Gros Ventre Range, with helmet and brief instruction provided. Van-based wildlife safaris through Grand Teton and Yellowstone, with stops at the better wildlife viewing windows and short walks at iconic stops. Full-day Yellowstone trips that combine van transit with key park stops. Trips run early June through warmer months. Door-to-door pickup from Jackson and Teton Village lodging.
Why people book the summer programs
Three reasons. First, time efficiency. A full-day Yellowstone trip from Jackson is a long drive plus park time; doing it with a guide who handles routing and timing makes the day work. Second, wildlife windows. Guides know the dawn elk locations, the late-afternoon bear corridor windows, and the lesser-known turn-outs that you cannot find by reading a map. Third, a UTV option. Most park-tour operators offer only van tours; Scenic Safaris adds an off-road option for travelers who want backcountry-feel access without renting and driving themselves.
Other similar businesses
For UTV access on Togwotee Pass specifically, Togwotee Adventures covers different terrain on the Continental Divide. For wildlife-only naturalist-led van trips through Grand Teton, dedicated wildlife outfits offer more biology-focused programming. Scenic Safaris's summer programs sit in the broader park-and-backcountry tour lane: a mix of access, transportation, and viewing rather than deep specialization.
How to plan a visit
Book ahead for July and August. Wear closed-toe shoes for UTV/ATV tours, comfortable layers for variable weather, and bring sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses). Helmets are provided for off-road. Bring binoculars and a camera; the wildlife windows on Yellowstone's Lamar Valley and Grand Teton's Antelope Flats are real but require ready optics. Confirm age and weight restrictions for off-road programs at booking. Door-to-door pickup is included from most local lodging.
A few tradeoffs
Three honest tradeoffs. First, full-day Yellowstone trips are long days. Second, off-road UTV trips are dusty and bumpy; if dust sensitivity is a concern, route to van tours. Third, wildlife sightings are never guaranteed; a good guide gets you to the right places, but the animals decide.
One thing to keep in mind
For first-time Jackson visitors with two summer days, the strongest pairing is a Grand Teton wildlife van safari at dawn (best elk and moose windows) on day one and a UTV backcountry day in the Gros Ventre on day two. The Tetons and Yellowstone are visually iconic from the van; the Gros Ventre is the underrated mountain range that gives you a different angle with fewer crowds. The two-day combination shows more variety than two days inside Grand Teton.
Bottom line
For summer guided park trips and UTV backcountry tours from Jackson into Grand Teton, Yellowstone, and the Bridger-Teton National Forest, Scenic Safaris's summer programs are one of the right calls. Book ahead, dress for dust and weather, and let the guide handle the timing.
FAQ
When does the summer season run?
From early June through warm-weather months, into early fall.
Do I need driving experience for UTV tours?
No. Guides drive. Confirm at booking whether you can swap behind the wheel.
Are kids welcome?
Van and most UTV programs are family-friendly. Confirm minimum age for specific programs at booking.
Where do tours depart?
From the Jackson office on US-89 with door-to-door pickup from most local lodging.