- Awesome afternoon We had a really great time even with riders of varying comfort levels in the family. Chris made it fun... read moreWe had a really great time even with riders of varying comfort levels in the family. Chris made it fun and easy for everyone. We can't wait to come back! read lessCourtney M12/26/2019Awesome snowmobile tour We took the 2 hour tour with Drew and had an awesome time! Plenty of scenery, breaks to take... read moreWe took the 2 hour tour with Drew and had an awesome time! Plenty of scenery, breaks to take photos, and even got to race on their track. We took a break midway through the tour in their yurt for cocoa/cider and treats. They provided boots, helmets and outerwear. Make sure to bring your goggles and gloves (even though the handle bars are heated). They picked us up at the hotel and returned us so very convenient. Well worth the price and would highly recommend them! read less
tammy a12/28/2018Great ride through the trees We had a great time with VBT. Our guide Greg was awesome and knowledgeable and made sure we all had... read moreWe had a great time with VBT. Our guide Greg was awesome and knowledgeable and made sure we all had a great time in the snowy weather. This is definitely an experience we want to come back to enjoy again. read less
I9965FUgregw12/05/2022 - 5 Star Experience! My family was in town for the recent holiday and had such a great time on our tour with Drew!... read moreMy family was in town for the recent holiday and had such a great time on our tour with Drew! The weather was beautiful and the views from the tour are amazing! We loved the stop at the yurt - what a cool way to experience the backcountry. We will definitely be back on a tour next time we are in town! read less
Jackie D1/26/2019Amazing! We loved it! Nathan is a great tour guide too. You don't want to miss this snowmobiling tour! Highly recommend!RachaelInRealLife3/04/2021Great Group/Family Experience March 2021
Great trip today with Vail Backcountry Tours! The company runs top grade ski doos and their tour guides (including... read moreMarch 2021
Great trip today with Vail Backcountry Tours! The company runs top grade ski doos and their tour guides (including the manager of the yurt,John) deliver a great experience. Shay led our group of 3 adults and 2 teens. She was professional, personable, & most concerned with making our ride enjoyable! read less5thquarter3/30/2021 - Awesome tour Awesome experience. Picked up right on time, really organized, great new equipment. Nathan was our guide and was great-energetic and... read moreAwesome experience. Picked up right on time, really organized, great new equipment. Nathan was our guide and was great-energetic and enthusiastic. Trails were beautiful. We even saw moose out there and stopped for some pics. The stop at the yurt for hot chocolate was a fun pit stop. Will definitely come again! read lessnikki12/01/20215 stars Snowmobiling 🙂 Absolutely Amazing!:) 5 Star Service! Epic Views! And safety first!:) Everything was perfect:) And Greg our guide was soooooTravelTink12/01/2021Fantastic Gregg was the best guide for our family. He was very personable and kind. I would highly recommend him and... read moreGregg was the best guide for our family. He was very personable and kind. I would highly recommend him and Vail backcountry tours. Thank you again Gregg!! You are t read lessBrittany B12/01/2021
- Snowmobiling Tour One of the best tours we've ever done - so much fun!! We had a fantastic time during our... read moreOne of the best tours we've ever done - so much fun!! We had a fantastic time during our 2 hour snowmobiling tour with Vail Backcountry Tours. Our guide Drew was awesome and the scenery was incredible. Really enjoyed the quick break for hot chocolate and cookies at the Yurt too! read lessMobile674653104611/13/2020Exceeded expectations! What an amazing experience, amazing views and Nathan our guide was exceptional. Being from Texas and not having much experience... read moreWhat an amazing experience, amazing views and Nathan our guide was exceptional. Being from Texas and not having much experience on snowmobiles, Nathan made us feel comfortable from the start. He adjusted our trip as we became more comfortable. I would recommend fo read lessJet Setters12/01/2021Wonderful! My son (8 yrs old), husband and I did this tour spring break 2021 and it was so fun! Our... read moreMy son (8 yrs old), husband and I did this tour spring break 2021 and it was so fun! Our first time snowmobiling and it was something we will certainly remember as a highlight of our first trip to Vail. From booking to the treats at the yurt, it was a great experience. read less
651lorio3/04/2022 - “2 Hours of fantastiness! I have never been snowmobiling but I had always wanted to give it a try, especially in Colorado. I was... read moreI have never been snowmobiling but I had always wanted to give it a try, especially in Colorado. I was extremely nervous but the guides made me feel at ease, especially Greg (great guide) After, I got the hang of operating the Snowmobile, it was a blast!! Stunning views!!!I loved theYurt Worth every penny!! Thank you!! Stephanie A. read less
Sallenbaugh4/09/2019Andrew If you are in or near Vail, this is a must do!! From the time we were picked up to... read moreIf you are in or near Vail, this is a must do!! From the time we were picked up to the time we left, this team was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Greg, was the best! read lessandrewpH6029JX2/05/2020Can’t miss Vail experience Our tour and tour guide, Greg, were incredible. It’s the perfect trip for any skill level rider, from having never... read moreOur tour and tour guide, Greg, were incredible. It’s the perfect trip for any skill level rider, from having never been on a snowmobile to an experienced rider. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone traveling to vail or anywhere in the area. The staff was accommodating, making sure everyone had appropriate gear to ride and provided shuttle to and from the ride spot. Absolutely consider this as a part of your trip!! read less338allisone3/13/2021 - Snowmobile adventure This was such a great addition on our trip to Vail! The staff was amazing and our guide Chris was... read moreThis was such a great addition on our trip to Vail! The staff was amazing and our guide Chris was patient and beyond helpful. He was very kind and offered to take so many pictures with our phones of our families so we could save these memories. The whole family enjoyed every thing from the ride of the snow mobile, the breath taking views and of course the break in between for some hot chocolate and treats! Highly recommend for a experience you won’t forget!! read lessNalnal73/12/2021Great snowmobile afternoon Great fun, beautiful tour. Greg was our guide, good sense of humor, knowledgeable. It was a lovely afternoon.... read moreGreat fun, beautiful tour. Greg was our guide, good sense of humor, knowledgeable. It was a lovely afternoon. Bring your gloves and goggles and they supply the rest. read less
Robert F12/29/20182018 Maradona’s vacation Greg was our tour guide, make sure you ask for him. Super experience and fun. The luch was amazing... read moreGreg was our tour guide, make sure you ask for him. Super experience and fun. The luch was amazing up on the mountains. Worth every penny. Beautiful views. 100% percent satisfied. More read less
gloriamn10111/30/2018 - Best way to enjoy a day off in the mountains Friendly staff; great guide; spectacular weather. They provide an opportunity to see beautiful Colorado mountains - and "run" the... read moreFriendly staff; great guide; spectacular weather. They provide an opportunity to see beautiful Colorado mountains - and "run" the sleds enough to provide young adults some excitement. Wonderful hospitality in the yurt with refreshments. I highly recommend this excursion and this company. read less
Elisabeth L2/01/2019Outstanding Experience with Our Amazing Guide Nathan!! Outstanding Experience with Our Amazing Guide Nathan!! From the online booking and confirmation, to the bus ride up the... read moreOutstanding Experience with Our Amazing Guide Nathan!! From the online booking and confirmation, to the bus ride up the mountain, to gearing up and getting going, to traversing the gorgeous snow lined paths to the yurt and back, we had an absolutely phenomenal time. Nathan was an outstanding guide who made sure we all thoroughly enjoyed ourselves while staying supremely safe. It’s rare for my 22yo daredevil son and I to agree when an experience is “enough without being too much” and we both had the very best time and can’t wait to do it again!!! read lessJulesStCroix1/01/2022Snowmobiling AWESOMENESS in VAIL My family was in Vail visiting for a ski trip and we decided to take one day off the skis... read moreMy family was in Vail visiting for a ski trip and we decided to take one day off the skis and hit the backcountry trails on snowmobiles with Vail Backcountry Tours. They are AMAZING!!! We chose them because they made everything super easy from start to finish. They picked us up, got us situated on some brand new machines, provided an AWESOME tour of the slopes and trails across from Vail Mountain and delivered us back home with everyone smiling. Greg was our guide and he is very safe and accommodating to all ability levels, knowledgable of the area you are riding in, a professional group photographer, and one of those guys that if you saw in town after your tour you would feel lucky to buy him a beer to say thanks for a GREAT day! Cannot wait for another group to come visit so we can take them on another snowmobiling adventure with Vail Backcountry Tours!!!! read lessakuyoth3/29/2021 - Fun snowmobile trip My first time snowmobiling and I had a great time! The weather was perfect, our guide Nathan was awesome,... read moreMy first time snowmobiling and I had a great time! The weather was perfect, our guide Nathan was awesome, and the views were fantastic. My only suggestion would be to slow down, especially when riding through scenic forests. It seemed like everyone wanted to go as fast as possible which was fun to a point, but grueling when it was all the time. Still, I had a fun time and would recommend them to anyone. read less361gwynn2/10/2020Safe and exciting Greg, our guide, was super chill and definitely enjoyed letting us open it up and have fun. He is... read moreGreg, our guide, was super chill and definitely enjoyed letting us open it up and have fun. He is super safe but also let’s you have some fun. Very knowledgeable about the area and history. We have done many trips in Breck and Park City but this one is hands down our favorite! read lessKathleen M3/23/2021Best experience I’ve ever had in Colorado This. Place. Is. Incredible.
Seriously, stop researching and just book this place now. Ask for Chuck, he’s a former paramedic... read moreThis. Place. Is. Incredible.
Seriously, stop researching and just book this place now. Ask for Chuck, he’s a former paramedic and an all-around amazing guy. His zest for life is contagious and he made our day so fun!
A 2-hour tour felt like it was a half-day but totally in a good way. I didn’t want it to end - it was incredible!
Everything from pick up to drop off was first class and absolutely wonderful. read less
carvill7712/23/2018 - Tour guide Greg is the absolute best. Greg should get 6 out 5 stars. Super knowledgeable about the land and gave us a phenomenal tour. There were... read moreGreg should get 6 out 5 stars. Super knowledgeable about the land and gave us a phenomenal tour. There were multiple opportunities for breathtaking photos. Greg!!!!!!!!! read less
Noelle T4/20/201910/10 Amazing experience! Friendly and fun staff! Our guide, Nathan, made the tour special and unforgettable! The vistas were incredible and... read moreAmazing experience! Friendly and fun staff! Our guide, Nathan, made the tour special and unforgettable! The vistas were incredible and the wood trails were magical! read lessjenniferbW4958LA1/01/1970Fantastic tour! We were a party of 5 who have snowmobiled before, and we would definitely do this again with Greg! Filled... read moreWe were a party of 5 who have snowmobiled before, and we would definitely do this again with Greg! Filled out waivers while being transported from our condo, and did the 2-hour tour which entailed beautiful trails with "trail map" views of Vail, large open field for everybody to have their hand at taking laps, gorgeous single track trail through trees covered in snow, and rest stop in a yurt for lemon bars, brownie bites, cookies, apple cider, hot chocolate, coffee, etc. Fabulous friendly service and very relaxing tour - all the staff were laid back and friendly, making sure everyone was comfortable and warm. Thanks, Greg! read less
Sister67_1312/20/2018 - AMAZING EXPERIENCE!! We had a great time! Our guide, Greg, was amazing!! Our group is from Ecuador, Venezuela, El Salvador and Bolivia... read moreWe had a great time! Our guide, Greg, was amazing!! Our group is from Ecuador, Venezuela, El Salvador and Bolivia and most of us were first-timers, Greg really explained everything very clear and made our ride really fun. Would recommend it 100%!! read lessCulture5376822/13/2021BEST TRIP EVER!! OH MY GOSH THIS TRIP WAS AMAZING! We've been on a snowmobile trip with this company before but our guide... read moreOH MY GOSH THIS TRIP WAS AMAZING! We've been on a snowmobile trip with this company before but our guide this time was just UNBELIEVABLE!! MARK BOUTIN!! The happiest, friendliest, most knowledgeable and fun guide we've ever had out of all of our Colorado tours!! He just made our families entire experience the best it could be! We went on trails that were magical and nothing like we had seen before! He was extremely safe too and made sure we all were! I pray he works for this company for a very long time so we can go on another adventure with him!! PERFECT PERFECT PERFECT!!! 🙂 … read lessKim C.3/01/2021Fantastic Experience!! Book it!! This is a must do for anyone visiting the area. We stayed in vail, got picked up at our hotel... read moreThis is a must do for anyone visiting the area. We stayed in vail, got picked up at our hotel by the our tour guide Greg in the VBT shuttle, ushered up to the office, quick check in, briefing and we were off into the most amazing back country!
Awesome trails, fun flat area track, plenty of fast paced riding, beautiful stops along the way including a warming hut with snacks and hot beverages AND we were lucky enough to see Moose along the way thanks to our awesome guide Greg. Make sure you request Greg if you can, he was great!
This trip was the highlight of our vail experience and we will do it again! read less913stuartp1/09/2021 - Fantastic snow mobile tour Great family activity for non-skiers! Tons of fun with a variety of trails and a solid 2 hours of riding.... read moreGreat family activity for non-skiers! Tons of fun with a variety of trails and a solid 2 hours of riding. Nathan was an awesome guide who knows how to keep everyone safe and comes across as an expert. Nathan picked us up promptly at the Westin Beavercreek and dropped us off after the tour, cost included in the tour so no extra fees here. They also offer flexibility on the dropoff in case you want to go somewhere else after the tour! Boots and jackets included in the tour, goggles rent for $10 but all equipment is in great shape and the team helps to ensure everyone has the right stuff before takeoff. Great job to the entire staff, will definitely return! read lessrbzoza12/01/2021Best part of our trip to Vail! I took the two-hour tour with my husband and our 5-year old son. It was absolutely spectacular. The entire operation... read moreI took the two-hour tour with my husband and our 5-year old son. It was absolutely spectacular. The entire operation runs so well and all of the guides are professional and enthusiastic.
Chuck picked us up five minutes early at our hotel in Avon. He was friendly and chatted with us on the drive to base camp.
Once you arrive at base camp, all the guides work together to get you suited up in the warm-weather gear. They had positive attitudes and gave our little boy extra attention.
Beau was our tour guide and he led us through trails that had one jaw-dropping vista after another. The group stopped for refreshments in a cozy yurt before moving along again.
There was a minor hiccup in that one of our group had a “check engine” light flash on. Beau was on top of it, radioed for help, and within two minutes a replacement snowmobile appeared and we continued on our way.
I can’t say enough about this company. It wasn’t cheap, but the tour was worth every penny. I will definitely do it again if we go back to Vail. read lesslakesarah12/17/2019Snow mobiling Greg was an amazing guide, top notch company! The best way to see Vail and the surrounding area!!!
So fun!!!!
shelly g2/02/2019 - Must do in vail! Take a break from skiing to do this tour. This was our first time snow mobiling and it did not... read moreTake a break from skiing to do this tour. This was our first time snow mobiling and it did not disappoint. Top 5 tour we have ever done. John was a great tour guide and made sure we were all safe. Stopping halfway for hot drinks was great. Honestly can’t recommend this enough. read less
CandE-Travels1/04/2023The best Snowmobile tour There is no other Snowmobiling tour to take. Vail Backcountry Tours is just phenomenal!!!! The 4 of us took the... read moreThere is no other Snowmobiling tour to take. Vail Backcountry Tours is just phenomenal!!!! The 4 of us took the 2 hour tour on Saturday Morning January 22 and loved it. Please ask for Nathan as your tour guide. He is the read lessGGGreek1/01/2022Amazing! Amazing tour!! Greg, our tour guide, was outstanding!! Views were breathtaking! One of the highlights of our vacation tvaldesn12/01/2021 - Great snowmobile company Our guide was Troy & he was the best! The trail was nice, nice view up top for pics &... read moreOur guide was Troy & he was the best! The trail was nice, nice view up top for pics & a cool Yurt where we had snacks & drinks. I picked them over the other companies b/c it was close to where we were staying & because I wanted to see a Yurt. It was a nice break. Very friendly staff. read less
wlbgehring12/19/2022Adrenaline pumping experience good for the whole family! We are a family of 5 with 3 kids 16, 14 and 10. We had a blast riding the snowmobiles... read moreWe are a family of 5 with 3 kids 16, 14 and 10. We had a blast riding the snowmobiles and felt always safe with our tour guide. This is a 2 hour tour through the mountain with some breaks along the way. If your kids want to do something very exciting other than skiing this is highly recommended. read lessgustavotX9690SD3/17/2020The best tour for all riders! My wife and I went out on Saturday with a really nice group of people. A younger family and... read moreMy wife and I went out on Saturday with a really nice group of people. A younger family and a couple other couples. Had a FANTASTIC day with Nathan. I had done a different tour several years before, but my wife was a first timer. The trails were well maintained and easy to ride, the sites were beautiful and we had the chance to "open it up" a little on the track they have. Our guide was extremely helpful and patient with all, making sure we each enjoyed the day. The LUNCH was way more than we expected. Not your average boxed lunch, much closer to a gourmet meal in the middle of the mountains. Highly recommend you checking Vail Backcountry Tours out! read lessGMoney05253/03/2020 - BEST DAY EVER AMAZING EXPERIENCE!! The most exciting, thrilling (VERY SAFE) experience! Our guide, Greg, was awesome and friendly and accommodating and the... read moreAMAZING EXPERIENCE!! The most exciting, thrilling (VERY SAFE) experience! Our guide, Greg, was awesome and friendly and accommodating and the owners, Jeremy & Carrie are FANTASTIC!!! BEST DAY!! read lesswoodhollowrd12/18/2020Awesome Service! Our family spent Christmas in Vail this year and this was probably everyone's favorite part. We were a large... read moreOur family spent Christmas in Vail this year and this was probably everyone's favorite part. We were a large group, so we took a private excursion. The equipment was incredible, brand new, beautiful snow mobiles with heated hand grips!! Our outing was in the late afternoon, so as we were heading back the sun was setting. What an incredible sunset and then the lights of Vail came on. Definitely a memorable evening and we will most definitely repeat next year! read less
Lisa F5/08/2019Superb family 2 hours tour My husband called before booking and the lady was very friendly in answering all his questions. I was a bit... read moreMy husband called before booking and the lady was very friendly in answering all his questions. I was a bit apprehensive as we were traveling our three and a half year old. All of our questions were answered and this adventure was one of the very best our family experienced. David our tour guide was absolutely phenomenal, very kind, courteous, and mindful of the team assigned to him. He gave us a lot of history background during the trip and it was great for my oldest child who loves history.
We are looking forward to returning, God willing. read less
570dee2/15/2019 - Vail Back Country Tours An incredible Experience! Riding the snowmobile through the forest was an incredible experience! The views of the snow and the tress were breathtaking.... read moreRiding the snowmobile through the forest was an incredible experience! The views of the snow and the tress were breathtaking. Our guide, Greg, was friendly, knowledgeable and patient! Glad to they provided some of the snow gear! 10/10 highly recommend! read less
raquelbaro11p12/02/2022The Snowmobile tour is absolutely great After having completed the reservation, the pickup time was on time, the registration went smoothly and so was the tutorial... read moreAfter having completed the reservation, the pickup time was on time, the registration went smoothly and so was the tutorial on operating the snowmobile. Our guide, Beau, was attentive all the time, a great host. All the gear provided by the tour company is in good working order. The trails are safe for first timers and the landscape is awesome. Don’t miss the opportunity to take this tour. read less305travlr1/31/2021SO FREAKING AWESOME Greg was AMAZING!! He was so friendly and made this a great first time experience. My hands were cold and... read moreGreg was AMAZING!! He was so friendly and made this a great first time experience. My hands were cold and he even went as far to lend me his gloves. My cousins recommended you guys and we are so happy we listened! Greg was so very kind and even took a few of us back to the Vail transportation center, us Texans appreciate it! See y’all next year! read lessselenaa63012/20/2020 - Wow, just wow! This was literally the best experience of my life. It was more than I ever imagined.Ask for Greg, he is... read moreThis was literally the best experience of my life. It was more than I ever imagined.Ask for Greg, he is an amazing guide read less
soli22012/13/2018Best snowmobile trip What great luck to have found this company for our snowmobile escapade. Skilled and knowledgeable staff members ensured that... read moreWhat great luck to have found this company for our snowmobile escapade. Skilled and knowledgeable staff members ensured that our every need was anticipated and met. From making sure that we stayed warm to offering warm shelter and snacks during a short respite, they took very good care of our group. We traveled with children that did not want to leave this adventure. Our guide was funny, but never, ever let us forget that safety was of utmost importance. This group will make sure that you get your moneys worth. read less
Nursedeb32/06/2019Wonderful Experience! We had an amazing experience with Vail Backcountry Tours. I bought a gift certificate for a two hour tandem snowmobile... read moreWe had an amazing experience with Vail Backcountry Tours. I bought a gift certificate for a two hour tandem snowmobile trip back in 2017. We just had time to get around to a tour on March 2nd and it was everything and more. The scheduling process was so efficient and they had no problem applying the gift certificate. We were provided with detailed information weeks out from the trip and always had great communication. The actual trip was nothing less than spectacular. Every step of the process is simple, easy and planned which is so nice. The driving terrain and scenery were absolutely perfect. The staff was kind, funny and made you feel like you belonged in the crew. Greg was our guide and he was awesome! Not to mention that the snowmobiles were in top condition and have the best hand warmers for the driver and passengers. We will absolutely come back and have another go around! More read less
Carly V3/03/2019 - Unforgettable Experience with and Amazing Guide I came to Vail for a birthday trip with friends. We all have agreed that our Vail Backcountry Tour with... read moreI came to Vail for a birthday trip with friends. We all have agreed that our Vail Backcountry Tour with Nathan was the highlight of our trip. He was knowledgeable, accommodating and so much fun. If you’re debating this tour, I’m here to tell you BOOK IT NOW!! Don’t forget to REQUEST NATHAN as your tour guide. He will not disappoint! read less
TLBB151/15/2023Amazing Tour I would love to do this tour another 20 times! Greg our tour guide was amazing!! Everything was easy even... read moreI would love to do this tour another 20 times! Greg our tour guide was amazing!! Everything was easy even for a first time snowmobile driver
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Jonathan O1/26/2019NATHAN was wonderful We took a private 3-hour tour with Nathan and it was excellent! The scenery was magnificent and ride was incredibly... read moreWe took a private 3-hour tour with Nathan and it was excellent! The scenery was magnificent and ride was incredibly fun for entire f read lessGoPlaces5324141/01/2022 - Unforgettable Experience Never having ridden snowmobiles before, but hearing so many great things, my expectations for the tour were very high. Vail... read moreNever having ridden snowmobiles before, but hearing so many great things, my expectations for the tour were very high. Vail Backcountry Tours exceeded my expectations and then some. Our guide Nathan was incredible and made sure that everyone in our group was having a great time and safe. This was the highlight of my vail trip and will definitely be coming back. Thanks again Nathan for the unforgetttable experience! read lessjpk2/01/2022Awesome service great trip Highly recommend! I have two young children they had a blast!!! The service is on point. The views they take... read moreHighly recommend! I have two young children they had a blast!!! The service is on point. The views they take you to are breathtaking. read lessReenaP2183/12/2021Beaver Creek ski trip We took a day off from skiing to enjoy some sites and back country snowmobiling fun. It was a... read moreWe took a day off from skiing to enjoy some sites and back country snowmobiling fun. It was a beautiful day 40 and sunny. Tour guide picked us up on time and with the friendliest smile We were well informed on all issues of what to expect and what to do . Our ride was outstanding from simple trails to through the trees and snow and taking our snowmobile around a speed track . The snowmobiles were easy to handle and trails were so fun. I recommend Nathan Guild for your tour guide if you want the best and most enjoyable and fun adventure. read less
patriciamA6011ZX2/11/2023 - Best Snowmobile Tour in the World!! I booked a snowmobile tour with Vail Backcountry Tours and this company exceeded my expectations. Their number one priority is... read moreI booked a snowmobile tour with Vail Backcountry Tours and this company exceeded my expectations. Their number one priority is your safety so they will walk you through every single details you can think of. They picked me up at my hotel and back. The front desk personnel are super nice. They even let me borrow an adapter for my GoPro camera. They will make sure you are gear up ready. They will provide for helmets, boots and other gear you might need. It’s a two hour trip with some stops along the way for pictures and also a hot chocolate and sweets. My tour guide Chris Lee was so cool and profesional. Chris was so kind and take us lots of pictures. This company will ask you to leave a 20% tip, please don’t be cheap and tip this guys because they well deserved. read lessYP00112/16/2020Must do when in Vail This was the first time my wife and I went snowmobiling. We did the 2 hour tour and left wanting... read moreThis was the first time my wife and I went snowmobiling. We did the 2 hour tour and left wanting more time. The break for hot chocolate and snacks was perfect timing. Plus, racing around the oval was a blast and enjoyed by our group. The views were amazing and our guide Bo was fantastic. Safety and fun is there number one focus and we were not disappointed. We will be back next year to do the longer tour. read lessjamisonpendlum2/22/2020SO MUCH FUN We were a group of 8 - so we were our own party. It was awesome. We were... read moreWe were a group of 8 - so we were our own party. It was awesome. We were outfitted with suits, helmets and goggles. Explanation of snow mobiles was easy. The views were amazing and the hot cider and chocolate at the yurt were yummy. Very fun racing around the track and opening it up in the meadow. One of the best things we have ever done. Wanted to go back but they were booked. Don't think about it - just do it - so much fun. read lesscrcfhrules1/05/2020
- Amazing Views and Tour I absolutely loved this tour. We were in heaven. Greg was an amazing tour guide. He was friendly and catered... read moreI absolutely loved this tour. We were in heaven. Greg was an amazing tour guide. He was friendly and catered to everyone’s need during the tour. I highly recommend them. Ask for Greg for your tour. The lunch was amazing and the hot cocoa was like made from scratch. Not machine watered down like most places. Definitely worth the price. Can’t wait to go back. read lessDainiuris12/11/2019Best part of our ski vacation This was the most PHENOMENAL tour we have ever been on! This is a must do when traveling to the... read moreThis was the most PHENOMENAL tour we have ever been on! This is a must do when traveling to the Vail Valley. The shuttle picked us up at our lodge and took us to base camp. The staff helped us gear up and provided us with excellent customer service. The owners went out of their way to make my husbands 50th birthday extra special. The yurt is a special place to relax half way through the tour with hot yummy drinks. Everything about this tour was perfect! This was the best part of our week long trip to Vail. The views are spectacular and the guide was awesome! We can’t wait to do it again. Thank you to Carrie, Jeremy, and Greg for making it so special. read less2thebeach761/23/2021Amazing outing We were a group of 13 that went out with Greg our guide. We had an amazing time, they provided... read moreWe were a group of 13 that went out with Greg our guide. We had an amazing time, they provided us with everything we needed, pick up was prompt and check in was quick. If you go on this tour ask for Greg we was AMAZING. If ever in Vail go snowmobiling you wont regret it. read less
EBONY T12/03/2018 - Great experience! We had such a blast today riding with Vail Backcountry Tours! We came from Denver and Fort Collins for our... read moreWe had such a blast today riding with Vail Backcountry Tours! We came from Denver and Fort Collins for our friend’s birthday and had more fun than we even expected. The trip took about 2.5 hours- 3 with suiting up and the instruction session- so we definitely got our money’s worth. They made sure we were well-suited for the cold and gave us a safety briefing before we took off. Super scenic views, good speeds for both those who wanted to go quickly at times and still slow enough for those who wanted to take a leisurely pace and take in the views. A great stop at a nice little hut for some hot cocoa, treats, and toe warming by the wood fire. Overall a wonderful experience and great guides! read less
Amanda V12/29/2018Great Snowmobiling Experience My husband and I went on the Vail Back Country tour with Greg. It was our first time snowmobiling and... read moreMy husband and I went on the Vail Back Country tour with Greg. It was our first time snowmobiling and it was so much fun! The Scenery was beautiful and the stop at the Yurt was nice for a hot drink and snack. Greg made our tour simply by being so knowledgeable but also a nice, fun guy! Our experience was awesome! read less
Vailfun12/29/2018Snowmobiling experience This was mine and my boyfriends first time in Vail but also on snowmobiles. I have to say this was... read moreThis was mine and my boyfriends first time in Vail but also on snowmobiles. I have to say this was easily my favorite activity on the entire trip from start to finish. They make things incredibly easy by picking you up at the hotel and taking you to the trail where the snow mobiles await your ride. Each trip is different with the trails you’ll take but the scenery is breath taking; felt like I was in a winter wonderland. Nathan made our entire trip! He allowed us time to ride on a circular track and showed us the most scenic backgrounds for photos. We also got lucky enough to come across 2 moose during our travels. If you are going to book snow mobiles during your time in Vail use this company. You can’t go wrong. Thank you Nathan for an unforgettable experience. read less
Jordan R12/13/2022 - Best/Closest Snow Mobile Tour for Vail Excellent tour through beautiful trails in the mountains surrounding Vail. Groomed trails so no getting stuck in deep drifts.... read moreExcellent tour through beautiful trails in the mountains surrounding Vail. Groomed trails so no getting stuck in deep drifts. Our guide Shay was very fun and a great photographer as well. I love that this is a 5 min drive from Lionshead versus the other tours that have a 30 min van ride. The stop half way to drink hot chocolate in their heated yurt was a nice touch. Highly recommend! read less
Todd E12/27/2022Snowmobiles Very organize program. Nice 2 hour trip with beautiful scenarios. New snowmobiles, excellent for two riders. They pickup us... read moreVery organize program. Nice 2 hour trip with beautiful scenarios. New snowmobiles, excellent for two riders. They pickup us in front of the property and return us without worries to drive to a unknown place. read less
Chemi_MM12/29/2018Awesome experience! Greg was an awesome guide! He made us feel comfortable on the snowmobiles - it was our first time and... read moreGreg was an awesome guide! He made us feel comfortable on the snowmobiles - it was our first time and definitely not our last! He took us on a spectacular tour! It was gorgeous and so much fun! My kids loved it and so did my husband and I! I highly recommend this company. They are very organized and professional. read lessRaylina3/20/2021 - I've done many snowmobile tours in the Vail area over 10 years. This one is one of the best! I've done many tours by many companies in the past. Pretty much every year for over ten years, always... read moreI've done many tours by many companies in the past. Pretty much every year for over ten years, always around the middle of March. This tour is nice in that it's directly opposite the Vail ski mountain. Across I-70. It takes minutes to get to their pickup location. Compared to spending an hour or more in a shuttle as I've done with other companies. We chose to drive ourselves to the pickup location instead of using the free shuttle.
Our guide, Nathan Guild, was professional, knowledgeable, and fun!!! Frankly everyone we interacted with at Vail Backcountry Tours was very nice, from the pickup location driver to the woman in the base camp, to the assistant of our guide and the young lady managing the yurt that we stopped at mid-tour.
I highly recommend this company for beginners, advanced tours and families. I'll certainly do an advanced tour next year with Nathan! More read less
Michael S3/31/2019The BEST Snowmobile Service Hospitality, service & safety was of the highest quality. My original thought was that the price was high. BUT, the... read moreHospitality, service & safety was of the highest quality. My original thought was that the price was high. BUT, the Shuttle service from door-to-door, equipment included [Helmet, snowmobile, pants, boots] basically anything you may have forgotten lol, was well worth the price!! PAUL, our tour guide was exceptional. He not only made sure we were fully informed of all of the safety protocols and hand signals, but also helped our experience with GREAT energy, smiles, laughs and a welcoming spirit. Me and my girlfriend will be bringing our ENTIRE family on the next trip to Colorado and we will be repeat customers with Vail BackCountry Tours !! Thank You for an incredible experience -LaRoyce Davis Washington, DC read lessLaRoyce D2/01/2022Mark Boutin: Best Guide For this being my third time on a snowmobile tour, going in I had somewhat of an idea of what... read moreFor this being my third time on a snowmobile tour, going in I had somewhat of an idea of what to expect. Boy was my mind blown... right from the start, we are met with a big smile and an ambitious personality none other than Mark Boutin. After he picked us up from the parking lot, no more than 5 seconds in to the shuttle ride, this man who I have never met before in my life made it seem as if I have known him my entire life! Such a personable, happy guy who expresses his love for the outdoors, and has immense passion in his profession. We haven’t even gotten to the tour yet! To start the tour he gives an in depth, fun, yet serious explanation of the machine. Once he assures we have no questions, we are on our way. The beginning of the tour he acquired a feel for the skill level and comfort of our group. Safety being his number one priority, he determines the safest yet most adventurous and beautiful trails to take. He stops at points he knows like the back of his hand that are beautiful and lively. He gives us educational info on the types of wildlife in the area and the tracks they make so that we can define (on our tour) the types of wildlife that has crossed or been through that area. This trip was nothing short of amazing. Every trail we took warmed my heart and made the inner kid in me come alive. As a Floridian who has come out every spring to visit family for about 12 years straight now, No other trip like this has left me with such joy. For those who take the time to read this, and even if Mark were to read this. I want to thank him and advise anyone in the area or anyone taking a trip out there to choose Mark Boutin as your guide. He is the man and made this trip something special and something I will remember for life. I could go on and on about this trip and the amazing man who took us through the incredible backcountry. YOU ROCK MARK! read less329tannerw3/21/2021 - Snowmobile Adventure We had so much fun riding with Paul. He was a great guide and very knowledgeable. I would... read moreWe had so much fun riding with Paul. He was a great guide and very knowledgeable. I would recommend Vail Backcountry Tours to anyone who visits Vail! read lesslandonm7682/07/2021Loved this adventure!!! Highly recommend. Best part of my Vail vacation was this adventure! Paul was an awesome tour guide and the views were incredible.... read moreBest part of my Vail vacation was this adventure! Paul was an awesome tour guide and the views were incredible. He answered all of our questions, took us to the best spots for pictures (he’s a great iphone photographer!), and made sure we were safe and comfortable the entire time. We were lucky enough to see a mother moose and a baby moose along our trek which was SO COOL. Highly recommend this for a day off skiing. read lessgeetomo1/02/2021Snowmobiling AWESOMENESS in VAIL My family was in Vail visiting for a ski trip and we decided to take one day off the skis... read moreMy family was in Vail visiting for a ski trip and we decided to take one day off the skis and hit the backcountry trails on snowmobiles with Vail Backcountry Tours. They are AMAZING!!! We chose them because they made everything super easy from start to finish. They picked us up, got us situated on some brand new machines, provided an AWESOME tour of the slopes and trails across from Vail Mountain and delivered us back home with everyone smiling. Greg was our guide and he is very safe and accommodating to all ability levels, knowledgable of the area you are riding in, a professional group photographer, and one of those guys that if you saw in town after your tour you would feel lucky to buy him a beer to say thanks for a GREAT day! Cannot wait for another group to come visit so we can take them on another snowmobiling adventure with Vail Backcountry Tours!!!! … read lessAndy K3/01/2021
- Amazing! The best experience on a vacation I have ever had! Hands down so fun, well ran operation! 100% do again!KrystleJ1712/13/2020Fantastic Adventure! We went on the two hour tour this past weekend. It was awesome! Our guide, Nathan, did a great job... read moreWe went on the two hour tour this past weekend. It was awesome! Our guide, Nathan, did a great job of explaining to the whole group of six (all first-timers) how to operate the snowmobiles and how to communicate with one another before we left. The views and trails were gorgeous! The stop at the yurt for snacks, drinks, and bathrooms was appreciated. Nathan truly maximized every minute of our two hours to make sure we had a great experience. I was very nervous to do this, but now look forward to going back and snowmobiling again. read less
hdt31/22/2019Epic Day Snowmobiling Paul made the trip- A total expert and fun to ride with. Be sure to ask him about white water... read morePaul made the trip- A total expert and fun to ride with. Be sure to ask him about white water rafting & kayaking trips in the summer! read lesseddyh20211/06/2021