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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: USD
- Languages: English
- Climate: Semi-arid
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Population: Approximately 10,000 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is late spring through early fall.
- Visa Requirements Visitors to Cody from the United States do not require a visa. International tourists from visa-waiver countries such as the EU, UK, Canada, Australia, and Japan can enter the United States visa-free for short stays under the ESTA program. Others may require a visa or an e-visa depending on their nationality. It is advisable to check the current U.S. visa policies before travel.
About Cody
Cody, Wyoming, is a charming gateway to the American West, renowned for its rich cowboy heritage and proximity to Yellowstone National Park. Founded by the legendary Buffalo Bill Cody, the town exudes Old West charm with its museums, rodeos, and historic sites. Visitors are drawn to Cody for its authentic Western culture, stunning natural landscapes, and outdoor adventure opportunities. The town offers a unique blend of history and nature, making it a compelling destination for travelers seeking both cultural enrichment and outdoor recreation. Whether exploring the Buffalo Bill Center of the West or embarking on wildlife tours, Cody provides an immersive experience into the rugged spirit of the West.
Top Attractions
1. Buffalo Bill Center of the West – A comprehensive museum complex showcasing Western art, history, and Native American culture. 2. Cody Nite Rodeo – A nightly rodeo event during summer months offering thrilling cowboy action and entertainment. 3. Old Trail Town – A collection of historic Western buildings and artifacts that recreate the pioneer era. 4. Yellowstone National Park – Accessible via Cody, this world-famous park offers geysers, wildlife, and breathtaking scenery. 5. Heart Mountain Interpretive Center – A museum dedicated to the history of Japanese American internment during World War II.
Popular Activities
Visitors to Cody can enjoy horseback riding, hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. The town is famous for its rodeo events and Western-themed festivals. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby Yellowstone National Park, go rafting on the Shoshone River, or take scenic drives through the surrounding mountains. Cultural experiences include visiting museums, attending cowboy poetry gatherings, and participating in local craft workshops.
Cody Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Wyoming
- Duration Range: Visitors to Cody can enjoy horseback riding, hiking, fishing, and wildlife watching. The town is famous for its rodeo events and Western-themed festivals. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby Yellowstone National Park, go rafting on the Shoshone River, or take scenic drives through the surrounding mountains. Cultural experiences include visiting museums, attending cowboy poetry gatherings, and participating in local craft workshops.
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: Easy to Moderate
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is late spring through early fall. Pack layers as temperatures can vary widely, and bring outdoor gear for activities. Respect local customs and the natural environment. Carry cash as some smaller businesses may not accept cards. Safety is generally good, but be cautious of wildlife and changing weather conditions. Booking accommodations and tours in advance during peak season is advised.
Average Tour Price: $80
Lowest Price Tour: $50
Highest Price Tour: $220
29 Available Tour Excursions in Cody
This tour is completely personalized, customized private tour for your group. Many people choose this tour because they don't want to drive, have a large group and/or they realize they will only be in Yellowstone once and they want to make sure they see all the sights. All of our professional guides are approved operators by the National Park Service. We will take you where you want to go and make sure you see what you want to see, with loads of educational information along the way!
Price: $849.50
Duration: 12 hours
Yellowstone National Park is one of America’s great treasures. This full day safari will show off the highlights of this incredible place; volcanic thermal features, giant waterfalls, diverse wildlife, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, and Yellowstone Lake. Throughout the day we will drive scenic roads, walk historic boardwalks, enjoy the peace of natural landscapes and use our optics to view wildlife. Your guide is your driver, and their goal is to cover as many of Yellowstone’s famous features as they can in a day. The guides at Yellowstone Safari Co. will make every effort to showcase as many highlights as possible, and will structure the day around making your experience a memorable one. They will take current road conditions, weather, seasonality, and your personal interests into consideration as they move through the park. Highlights Old Faithful & Grand Prismatic Spring Lower and Upper Falls, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Geysers, Hot Springs, Mudpots & Fumaroles
Price: $275.00
Duration: 10-12 hours
Yellowstone National Park forms the core of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem, with one of the highest levels of wildlife diversity in North America. Our full-day safari endeavors to highlight the hundreds of species of animals and plants that call this place home by utilizing the vast knowledge and experience of our naturalist guides. Our guides provide not only the understanding of wildlife habits, and the story of their importance on the landscape. Throughout the day as you ride in our comfortable vehicles, your guide will educate and converse with you about the incredible ecosystem. They will also be attuned to all our guests' needs and desires, and will plan accordingly for walking, viewing, picnicking and moments of wilderness solitude. The use of optics such as binoculars and spotting scopes makes for incredible and personal moments of connection with this wild place. Your guide is at your service to help you have the best experience from start to finish.
Price: $275.00
Duration: 10-12 hours
At CWA we understand that when comes to going on vacation that a lot of us travel with our best friends.No I’m not talking about your husband or wife,I’m talking about the fur babies.Its stressful thinking about leaving them so let’s keep some peace of mind and don’t leave the fur babies behind.Join our caring tour specialist and we will help to guide you through the many fascinating boardwalks in Yellowstone such as at the Yellowstone Grand Canyon,The Lower Falls,Artists Point,The Fountain Paint Pots,The Grand Prismatic Spring and of course Old Faithful.In Yellowstone for safety purposes there are walk ways that do not allow domestic animals.If there is an attraction that your guide recommends that you go see then your guide would stay back with pup and maybe bring him or her for a little walk.We are here to make your vacation safe,relaxing and fun.
Price: $1,499.00
Duration: 10 hours
Yellowstone National Park is one of America’s great treasures. This full day safari will show off the highlights of this incredible place; volcanic thermal features, giant waterfalls, diverse wildlife, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, and Yellowstone Lake. Throughout the day we will drive scenic roads, walk historic boardwalks, enjoy the peace of natural landscapes and use our optics to view wildlife. Your guide is your driver, and their goal is to cover as many of Yellowstone’s famous features as they can in a day. The guides at Yellowstone Safari Co. will make every effort to showcase as many highlights as possible, and will structure the day around making your experience a memorable one. They will take current road conditions, weather, seasonality, and your personal interests into consideration as they move through the park. Highlights Old Faithful & Grand Prismatic Spring Lower and Upper Falls, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Geysers, Hot Springs, Mudpots & Fumaroles
Price: $447.50
Duration: 10-12 hours
Join us for an exciting afternoon of family friendly whitewater rafting adventures on the stunning Shoshone River located in Cody Wyoming.On our 7 mile (Approximately 2hour) tour you’ll enjoy a rollercoaster of exciting family friendly rapids such as at “Little Big Drop” and “Colters Falls” as you visit amazing canyons that can only be seen from the river.Your professional yet fun guide provides you with fun old mountain man tales and historic facts about Jeremiah Johnston,Jim Bridger,John Colter and Buffalo Bill Cody as you search for wildlife and just take in the scenery of the river.This tour meets at our shop located right downtown Cody Wyoming located next to the historic Irma Hotel at 2:45 and returns at approximately 5:00PM.
Price: $59.00
Duration: 2 hours
Our rock climbing experiences in Cody are perfect if you’re looking for a fun and accessible way to explore the vertical world under the tutelage of a professional mountain guide. All of our Cody-based climbing guides are experts at their craft, know the terrain they guide exceptionally well, and are kind, supportive people who will help you stay safe, have fun, and push yourself to new heights!
Price: $165.00
Duration: 4 hours
Have an awesome time with our incredibly thorough and knowledgeable park guides as we take you to iconic Yellowstone sights such as Old Faithful and Grand Prismatic Spring. We know this area like the back of our hands and all the frequented wildlife spots as well. You will see all the must-visit spots during your tour while gaining top notch environmental education at the same time. We stay by your side on tour as we get out and guide all stops step by step with you. You will never feel lost or out of place. We have a lot of fun on this tour and you will see ALL the iconic sights of Yellowstone, guaranteed. We know what we are doing and you will not regret joining us!
Price: $299.00
Duration: 11-12 hours
Embark on an exciting adventure with 3 full day all-inclusive private tours of Yellowstone National Park and the Grand Tetons National Park.Sit back and relax and let us take care of the details so you can enjoy a one of a kind adventure with our expert guides.Wether you choose to do all 3 days in a row or spread them over a week we’d be happy to accommodate your needs.Enjoy a Yellowstone the volcano lower loop tour to many of Yellowstone’s most popular attractions such as The Yellowstone Grand Canyon and Old Faithful and fascinating in-depth information of Yellowstone’s famous hot spots.Youll enjoy a deep dive into Yellowstone’s rich history,stunning scenery and various wildlife species for an amazing wildlife and photo tour.And take in the stunning views of the Grand Tetons National Park while on a wildlife safari.This tour begins with a pick up at your lodging in Cody Wyoming and includes all of your essentials for each day’s adventures.Give us a call for more information
Price: $3,499.00
Duration: 12 hours
Join us for The Best Of The Wild West Adventure with a day filled with history,stunning scenery,Wild Mustangs and Whitewater Rafting.Start your day out right with a 3 hour Wild Mustang Safari and then cool down with a Wet-N-Wild-Whitewater Rafting Adventure for an awesome afternoon.Red Canyon has proudly offered a wide variety of fun yet educational tours since 1972 in Cody Wyoming.This tour begins at 8:00AM by traveling out to the stunning McCullough Peaks to search for a wide variety of wildlife species while your expert guide provides fun old mountain man tales and historic facts as you enjoy our stunning landscape.Next you can go grab a quick lunch and change clothes for an exciting whitewater adventure that’ll send you crashing through the fun class 2 and 3 rapids such as “Colters Falls” and “Little Big Drop”.Join The Cody Wyoming Tour Experts At Cody Wyoming Adventures and Red Canyon for your Cody Wyoming Yellowstone and Wild West adventure.
Price: $119.00
Duration: 7 hours
Sit back and take in the sights while our expert guides tour you and your group through the nations first National Park. We are professional guides - approved by the National Park Service - that can provide a quality tour and take you to the best stops with the most information in the highest and best way. Learn about park history, wildlife, natural wonders and all of the park's many hydrothermal features located within. We always aim to provide an epic experience unlike any other. This all day Yellowstone experience is absolutely amazing, and departs from Cody, WY at 7am or Fishing Bridge General Store inside Yellowstone at 9am. We always return to starting location.
Price: $269.00
Duration: 11-12 hours
Red Canyon’s River Trips 7 mile whitewater adventure tours depart from our shop located at 1119 12th street Cody Wyoming at 9:00am daily.CWA’S family and group friendly tours are an exciting way to cool you down on a hot summer’s day.We allow rafters as young as 2 years old but don’t worry there’s lots of exciting rapids for the adventurous adults.The Lower 7 mile stretch of the Shoshone River is boasts beautiful views of canyons,a variety of wildlife as fun historical sites.The Shoshone River has lots of exciting class 2s and 3s such as: Cultor’s Falls and “Little Big Drop” and fun jump out spots for a quick dip.Join us today for an exciting day during your summer adventure!
Price: $59.00
Duration: 2 hours
At CWA we take the time and consideration to talk with our guests and discuss their vacation needs and desires.By taking the time to get to know you we can design a customized Yellowstone experience for your party.We provide a custom itinerary and pair you with a CWA Tour Specialist that’s best suited for YOU!You'll have the options to visit The Lower Loop’s most popular attractions such as;The Mud Volcano,Dragons Mouth,Upper Falls,The Lower falls,The Grand Canyon of Yellowstone National Park,The Fountain Paint Pots,Firehole Canyon Drive,The Grand Prismatic Lake and of course Old Faithful!Enjoy fun facts and interesting conversation with a tour specialist while riding in a comfortable and well stocked 15 passenger Transit van.Youre full day,private and custom tour includes:YNP fees,snacks,beverages and a deli lunch at Old Faithful.
Price: $1,299.00
Duration: 12 hours
Enjoy an all-inclusive 14 mile whitewater rafting adventure with Red Canyon.This tour is approximately a 3-4hr whitewater tour that begins at 9am from our shop located at 1119 12th street(Next door to the Irma Hotel)and returns at approximately 12pm(Depending on water flow)This adventure is not only wild but it’s also an educational tour with stunning red canyon views.On Red Canyon River Trips Half Day trip you’ll be getting Wet-N-Wild hitting rapid after rapid on this beautiful stretch of the Shoshone River.The enjoy the Lower Section of Shoshone River with many stunning canyons that you can only see on while on the river such as “Owls Canyon”and amazing rock formations created by one of our fault lines and hitting rapids such as “Cultor’s Falls” and “Little Big Drop”.Hope to see you soon!
Price: $89.00
Duration: 4 hours
Our CWA Specialists provide our guests with fun in depth information of the Wyoming ecosystem.This fun yet educational tour of The McCullough Peaks dives deep in Wyoming’s rich history.While your specialist drives you to stunning scenic areas,you’ll hear fascinating facts of the North American equine dating back to prehistoric times as well as the controversies that our modern mustangs face today.At CWA we are committed to educating our guests about the desert landscape in which a vast variety of wildlife call home and what we can do to keep them wild.Discuss the desert plants/flowers such as:sagebrush,Indian paint brush,etc.and the role they play in providing food and shelter to a variety of our migratory species and of course our Wild Mustang herd.If you’d like to learn how you can make a difference then join us for this fun ecotour! THIS TOUR IS SUBJECT TO A VEHICLE CHANGE TO OUR CANVAS TOPPED SAFARI TRUCK WEATHER DEPENDING.
Price: $89.00
Duration: 3 hours
Whether you’re an amateur photographer or a Wild West history buff our CWA tour specialists can assist you in a memorable adventure.Enjoy a private 15 passenger van while hearing fun facts about Cody’s rich history.Our tour specialist will provide you with fun old mountain man tales about Buffalo Bill Cody,Jim Bridger,John Colter,Jeremiah Johnston in the Wild West.At Red Canyon we are committed to educating our guests about the history of our Wild Mustang herd and the controversies they face in todays time.You'll hear in-depth information about the equestrian species that dated back to over 10,000 years ago as well as our horses today.While out in this stunning terrain you’ll get a birds-eye view our Wyoming Badlands as well as see lots of desert wild flowers and a variety of wildlife that call this area home.
Price: $599.00
Duration: 3-4 hours
Join us for the #1 tour in Yellowstone.Visit Yellowstone’s most popular attractions on the Lower Loop such as The Fountain Paint Pots,The Grand Prismatic Spring,The Yellowstone Grand Canyon,Lower Falls,Artist Point,Hayden Valley,Lake Yellowstone and while you’re waiting for Old Faithful to erupt you can enjoy grabbing lunch at The Historic Old Faithful Inn.
Price: $199.00
Duration: 10-12 hours
This is a tour of the northern range of Yellowstone National Park and the 'Upper Loop' of Yellowstone. We call this the Wildlife and Nature Safari because it highlights the opportunity for abundant wildlife viewing and stunning landscapes. This tour will give you all of the best opportunities to see wildlife in Yellowstone and you will be able to sit back and take in the sights with us, with an extended focus on wildlife spotting with scopes and binoculars.
Price: $248.00
Duration: 10-11 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Cody’s cuisine reflects its Western heritage with hearty dishes such as bison burgers, elk steaks, and trout. Local specialties include cowboy chili and huckleberry-flavored treats. Dining options range from rustic steakhouses to cozy cafes. Noteworthy restaurants include The Local for farm-to-table fare and Cody Cattle Company for traditional Western dining. Visitors should try local game meats and regional craft beers.
Getting Around
Cody is accessible by road via US Highway 14 and by air through Yellowstone Regional Airport, which offers regional flights. Local transportation includes taxis and limited shuttle services. Renting a car is recommended for exploring the area and nearby attractions. Walking is feasible within the town center. Transportation costs are moderate, with car rentals and taxis being the primary means for visitors.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is late spring through early fall. Pack layers as temperatures can vary widely, and bring outdoor gear for activities. Respect local customs and the natural environment. Carry cash as some smaller businesses may not accept cards. Safety is generally good, but be cautious of wildlife and changing weather conditions. Booking accommodations and tours in advance during peak season is advised.
Culture & Customs
Cody’s culture is deeply rooted in Western and Native American traditions. Social customs emphasize friendliness and respect for the outdoors. Important events include the annual Cody Stampede Rodeo and the Buffalo Bill Art Show. Visitors should greet locals politely and be mindful of ranching activities. Tipping in restaurants and for services is customary. Photography of private property should be done with permission.
