• Hiking with incredible views of the Tetons
• Riding on well-trained horses through mountain meadows full of spectacular wildflowers
• Visiting Old Faithful, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, and Yellowstone Lake
• Rafting through a very fun section of the Snake River
• Observing moose, bison, elk, bears, pronghorns, mule deer, pika, marmots, beavers, and the Golden-mantled ground squirrel

Few mountain ranges are more dramatic than the Grand Tetons: soaring alpine peaks that rise 7,000 feet above the floor of Jackson Valley, clear lakes, numerous waterfalls, and diverse flora and fauna. On this week long trip we spend the first half hiking and floating on the more populated east side of Yellowstone and Grand Tetons National Parks while staying in lodges. We then spend go on a three day pack trip exploring the west side by horseback, while camping in the backcountry. No hiking or riding experience needed, just a spirit of adventure!

any woman in moderately good physical condition who wants an intimate view of the Tetons. No riding experience is required but be prepared to feel sore after the first day's ride! If you are new to riding, a few lessons before the trip will increase your enjoyment of our time in the mountains, Rating  1  [2]  3  4  5

• one nights in cabins at Old Faithful Snow Lodge
• two nights in cabins at Signal Mountain Lodge
• two nights in motels in Driggs, ID and Idaho Falls, ID
• two nights camping in a comfortable basecamp in 2-person tents

• experienced guides
• all lodging and camping
• meals from dinner on Saturday through dinner the following Friday, except for one lunch and one dinner
  
• half day of whitewater rafting
• three days horseback riding
• roundtrip transportation from Idaho Falls, ID

arrive in Idaho Falls by 1pm on July 24th

you can leave anytime July 31st

you can download the complete trip information here

July 24: Meet at the Idaho Falls, ID airport at 1 pm. We will drive to Yellowstone National Park and our cabin at Old Faithful Snow Lodge. After settling in, we go for a short hike, watch Old Faithful, and have dinner. If we still have energy, we can catch one of the evening ranger talks or climb a nearby hill to an overlook.

July 25: Today is our day visiting Yellowstone National Park. Since we only have a day, we hit some of the major highlights: bubbling mudpots, geysers, waterfalls and lakes, as well as stopping to watch some of the large animals that make their home here. We will not be spending all our time in the van, though. There are lots of hiking options and we choose the ones that fit our energy level. Late in the afternoon we leave for the Grand Tetons and our lodging at Signal Mountain Lodge. After settling in dinner is on your own tonight.

July 26: This morning we hike the trail to Taggart Lake, a basin lake that was created by the gouging of glaciers. Both the wildflowers and the background of jagged peaks make this one of the premiere trails in the park. There are a couple of trail options, including a loop to Bradley Lake, and our energy and time will dictate which we choose. After a picnic lunch wel catch a boat ride across Jenny Lake to the mouth of Cascade Canyon. The mile hike to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point is well worth it. Those wanting more hiking can choose to hike along the Cascade Creek Trail. With the Teton peaks towering above, this is widely regarded as one of the most spectacular hikes in the Park. Those who have had enough hiking can return to the Jenny Lake Visitor Center. Tonight we enjoy dinner in our cabins.

July 27: This morning we say goodbye to Signal Lodge and head for Jackson Hole, where our first order of business is: whitewater rafting!! This part of the Snake River offers some of the wildest whitewater in Wyoming. Although the rafting itself is only about 90 minutes, with rapids named  Big Kahuna and Lunch Counter, this 8 mile portion of the river is guaranteed to cause huge smiles! After a funfilled morning you have the afternoon to wander this interesting town and have lunch on your own. From there we drive back over the pass to the western side of the mountains where we stay in a motel for the night.

July 28-30: Tuesday is the beginning of the horseback riding part of our adventure. We meet our wranglers and the horses that have been chosen for us based on our experience and preferences. The exact pack trip we do will depend on the current weather and snow conditions. Our first day will take us deep into the backcountry, traversing up and down the steep mountain slopes as we make our way on this full day of riding into a remote section of the Teton range and our campsite. The next day we enjoy a hearty breakfast in camp, then pack up lunch for an all day trail ride. Typically the trails will take us above tree line, through open alpine meadows, to vistas that stretch out for miles. In partnership with our well trained and sure-footed equine companion, we experience a great sense of freedom and of wilderness. At night we return to our camp for a delicious dinner and sitting around the campfire, maybe singing or maybe just staring into the coals. The last morning we return by a different route to our starting point. After bidding farewell to our horses and wranglers, we drive to Idaho Falls where hot showers and a farewell dinner are a fitting end to our week.

July 31: You are free to leave anytime today.