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Step 1
Book a nature tour with a commercial tour company. You'll find a wide variety of tours available, from a winter wildlife viewing in Yellowstone to canoeing trips to horse back trips into the Montana wilderness. Look for trips that include a naturalist or other knowledgeable guide in order to get the most information about wildlife and ecosystems that you'll see.
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Step 2
Check with local nature centers about tours. Nature centers often sponsor tours in the local area and this can be a great way to experience different habitats while avoiding crowded tours. Choose between short tours, which leave you time for exploring on your own, or longer tours where you'll gain more information and experience in the particular habitat.
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Step 3
Join a ranger guided tour at one of Montana's national parks or forests. Particularly during the summer, a variety of tours are offered daily on different topics. Choose the topic and length of tour that best suits your needs.
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Step 4
Drive the Going-To-The-Sun Road in Glacier National Park. This road crosses the Continental Divide and connects the east and west sides of the park. You'll see glacial lakes, cedar forests and alpine tundra along the way with plenty of spots to stop and enjoy the scenery.
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Step 5
Find self-guided tours in audio or book format. These can be a great way to enjoy a tour at your own pace, allowing you to stop and enjoy a particular site or to skip over ones you're not interested in.
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Step 6
Create your own nature tour. Pick up some maps and field guides and you're ready to go. Remember to alert someone about where you'll be going, particularly if you're heading into Montana's backcountry.
