Best Snowmobiling Experience Wow! From the moment that we were picked up until we were returned to the hotel, the experience was amazing.... read moreWow! From the moment that we were picked up until we were returned to the hotel, the experience was amazing. The team there is absolutely the best. I so appreciate the perfect tour our large group took. They even provided warm boots. The hot beverages and yummy treats in the yert was totally unexpected.
I have been on other tours before and this was the BEST! read less

So fun! It was great that Greg picked us up at our hotel and then was also our guide. It was nice... read moreIt was great that Greg picked us up at our hotel and then was also our guide. It was nice that the same person was with us the whole day. This was my second experience snow mobiling and this one was much better. The tour was great. It was a small group and we were able to go at a pace of our ability. It was really fun and safe. We would go back again! Everyone that worked in the organization was very friendly and kind. read less

So fun! We went out on a Tuesday morning with a group of 9 of us. They picked us up from... read moreWe went out on a Tuesday morning with a group of 9 of us. They picked us up from our hotel in Avon. Greg and Diego were our snowmobiling guides. After a brief lesson on how the snowmobile worked, we we off into the mountains! SO MUCH FUN! We followed each other in a line, but were able to go pretty fast. The snowmobiles were brand new, and very nice. After going for a couple of hours, we stopped in at their yurt for lunch, and a nice warm up near the wood burning stove. Food was great! We went back out and snowmobiled for a bit, then headed back to their office. Greg and Diego were AWESOME guides. Everyone had an absolutely great day. I want to do it again with our teenage kids. Things to know: they provided googles, helmets and warm boots for those who needed them. Boots were much warmer than the ones I had worn there. Definitely bring a neck warmer thing so you can cover your face. The handlebars and throttle are heated, but you still need some good gloves. I can’t say how much we enjoyed our day! Great company! read less

Snow Much Fun! Our Ski Mobile Tour was really great. When we first arrived, the check-in was extremely busy but managed well.... read moreOur Ski Mobile Tour was really great. When we first arrived, the check-in was extremely busy but managed well. I was a little uncomfortable due to Covid-19 with so many people inside of the building, so we checked-in and waited outside. They took our concerns seriously and were very accommodating by giving us our own family vehicle to ride up to where the snow mobiles were waiting.

The snow mobiles were in great shape and went really fast! We were a little nervous at first, but the instructors gave us a very thorough demonstration, and then we were off! It was exhilarating and so much fun. The views were absolutely beautiful!!!
We took our boys ages 8 & 10, and while they weren't able to drive, they still loved riding as a passenger.

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Best Snowmobile Company!! Our guide Nathan was fabulous and took our family on an incredible adventure. We had our son and a... read moreOur guide Nathan was fabulous and took our family on an incredible adventure. We had our son and a friend who both were 16 years old and each had their own machine. Nathan anticipated the adventurous needs of the boys and took us on a custom tour for our family. We have used this company every year in Vail and this year they purchased all new 2019 machines. We always choose the lunch option and the food was delicious. Jeremy had taken us in the past and paired us with a perfect fit. Great Company!!! Beautiful scenery! read less

Kicks skiing out of the park!!!! We only experienced snowmobiling with Nathan, but we wouldn’t have had it any other way. We took a double snowmobile... read moreWe only experienced snowmobiling with Nathan, but we wouldn’t have had it any other way. We took a double snowmobile for two hours at the later time. They came right to our hotel at the vail Marriott, picked us up, took us up the mountain and thoroughly taught us how to snowmobile safely and effectively. Great surprise was having the little hut with desserts and different beverages!! Will probably start snowmobiling more than skiing from now on when In vail!!! Thanks Nathan and co.! read less

The 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 less

Snow machine trip We went up with Greg and the trip was awesome. The service was top-notch and we had a great time.... read moreWe went up with Greg and the trip was awesome. The service was top-notch and we had a great time. I would request Greg specifically. We even saw a bull moose at the top of the mountain. read less

Great trip with the kids We took our kids and family on this tour after our wedding in Vail, and what a great time. ... read moreWe took our kids and family on this tour after our wedding in Vail, and what a great time. A little pricey, but I get the upkeep on the machines is expensive. Our guide was awesome, and the break in the yurt was very nice. Would for sure recommend to pay the money for this awesome experience. read less

Rhode Island > Colorado Awesome time! The entire staff was great and Greg was an awesome tour guild. They made everything convenient from the... read moreAwesome time! The entire staff was great and Greg was an awesome tour guild. They made everything convenient from the booking process, to the shuttle pickup. I’d recommend this place to anyone looking for a tour of the back country! read less

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 less

Best time, great memories We had a wonderful time with Nathan as our guide. He was funny, patient, knowledgeable, very helpful and attentive... read moreWe had a wonderful time with Nathan as our guide. He was funny, patient, knowledgeable, very helpful and attentive to my parents. We got a bunch of snow, toured for a little, eate a yurt where there was some yummy food cooked for us, and got back on the track to have some fun! Would def recommend and do again! Nathan was on-point! read less

Fun tour - beautiful scenery Drew is excellent guide. Mountains breathtaking. Small group of 5 snow mobiles. He kept checking in with us. Stopped at... read moreDrew is excellent guide. Mountains breathtaking. Small group of 5 snow mobiles. He kept checking in with us. Stopped at their little house for hot drinks and sweets. They provided warmer jackets, snow pants, helmets, goggles if needed. Everyone helpful getting us outfitted. I recommend 100%. read less

Great 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

Second visit and can’t wait for our third! Greg and Carrie are just awesome! Great customer service, great guide...it’s all superb! Don’t miss this opportunity!

Incredible family trip My family (8yr old and 14yr old) took an afternoon trip w Nathan and had a blast. Weather was... read moreMy family (8yr old and 14yr old) took an afternoon trip w Nathan and had a blast. Weather was perfect and the views were incredible. The yurt halfway through was right on time. Gave the kids a chance to warm up and have a snack. The woman working in the yurt couldn’t have been nicer. Would definitely recommend this for families looking for an adventure. read less

Friendly staff and beautiful tour! We had such a great time! Greg and the entire staff were all so friendly and made us feel very... read moreWe had such a great time! Greg and the entire staff were all so friendly and made us feel very welcome and safe! Very convenient with the shuttle pick up and drop off right to our condo door! The hot chocolate and snacks were a nice touch and perfect to get warmed up! Thanks so much. Highly recommend! read less

Fabulous Time!!! What a wonderful experience! Thank you Curtis for all the personal attention to detail and surroundings! Great customer... read moreWhat a wonderful experience! Thank you Curtis for all the personal attention to detail and surroundings! Great customer service, lovely lunch, fantabulous views and lifetime memories!!! ❤️❤️ read less

Snowmobile Tour We went in the 2 hour tour and had a fabulous time. Greg was our guide and he made sure... read moreWe went in the 2 hour tour and had a fabulous time. Greg was our guide and he made sure we enjoyed every minute with beautiful views and amazing terrain! Highly recommend! read less

Great trip! Did the 3 hour tour with Greg as our guide. Great time with family. Terrain interesting enough for those of... read moreDid the 3 hour tour with Greg as our guide. Great time with family. Terrain interesting enough for those of us who had snowmobiled before, but not to difficult for my daughter’s first ride. Greg was great! Safe, patient and entertaining. Greg picked us up from our hotel in Vail and in about 30minutes we were riding.
The 3 hour tour included lunch in their private yurt which was over the top! Deifinitely worth the extra money. Whole staff was energetic and helpful. Would definitely do again! read less

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

This truly is beautiful country After finally making our minds up and doing a little research, we decided to book a snowmobile tour with Vail... read moreAfter finally making our minds up and doing a little research, we decided to book a snowmobile tour with Vail Backcountry Tours. You get picked up by them. The driver actually was our tour guide so by the time the tour started, we were all comfortable with Greg R. Funny, witty, knowledgeable and friendly! We picked up other customers while we filled out and your typical waiver, and then were taken to their base camp where we were given special gear: boots (go a size higher than what you normally wear), and a helmet. We then walked to our snowmobile. Greg explained how the machine worked, how to turn (lean left or right to help it out), and some basic signals. Off we went up the hill. On the way you see some amazing views. It is bumpy so if you are in tandem (i.e. two per vehicle), the one in the back gets to feel most of the bumps. After some time we reached a valley where Greg let us loose. They had built a sort of race track where we were able to go full speed ahead! Next we went to more sightseeing. The best part? Going in between the trees! At certain areas, you could hit a tree limb simply by raising your hand. Making snow fall and maybe hitting your friends right behind you. At one point, we stopped at an area from where you can... After finally making our minds up and doing a little research, we decided to book a snowmobile tour with Vail Backcountry Tours.
You get picked up by them. The driver actually was our tour guide so by the time the tour started, we were all comfortable with Greg R. Funny, witty, knowledgeable and friendly!
We picked up other customers while we filled out and your typical waiver, and then were taken to their base camp where we were given special gear: boots (go a size higher than what you normally wear), and a helmet.
We then walked to our snowmobile. Greg explained how the machine worked, how to turn (lean left or right to help it out), and some basic signals.
Off we went up the hill. On the way you see some amazing views. It is bumpy so if you are in tandem (i.e. two per vehicle), the one in the back gets to feel most of the bumps. After some time we reached a valley where Greg let us loose. They had built a sort of race track where we were able to go full speed ahead!
Next we went to more sightseeing. The best part? Going in between the trees! At certain areas, you could hit a tree limb simply by raising your hand. Making snow fall and maybe hitting your friends right behind you.
At one point, we stopped at an area from where you can see Vail’s ski runs. Amazing!!
From there we went back to the valley where the race track was so we could have lunch inside an actual yurt! Food was really good considering you are in the middle of nowhere. We had chicken poblano soup, Mac and cheese and pulled pork. For dessert, lemon bars, chocolate chip cookies and brownies.
After lunch, we went around the area and then headed back to base.
Highly recommend the company and tour! More read less

Fantastic 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

Fantastic 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

Best Excursion in Vail, CO! I visited Vail Backcountry Tours on Christmas 2019, and it was one of the most exciting things I’ve ever done!... read moreI visited Vail Backcountry Tours on Christmas 2019, and it was one of the most exciting things I’ve ever done! We had an awesome tour guide named Greg who made our group laugh the entire time. He was great/safe with the kids in our group, but also kept up an exciting speed for the more daring snow mobilers. He also took us off the beaten path onto single trails that cut through the beautiful alpine forest. Definitely ask for GREG, he’s the best! In the middle of your excursion, the guide takes the group to a “yurt” that’s warm and full of snacks and drinks like coffee and hot coco. I can’t recommend this trip enough! It’s a must-do for anyone vacationing in Vail or the surrounding mountains. read less

Awesome Our afternoon tours are a great way to give your legs a break while still enjoying the beauty of the... read moreOur afternoon tours are a great way to give your legs a break while still enjoying the beauty of the mountains in Vail! Thank you so much for joining us and leaving us a review! read less

Amazing! The best experience on a vacation I have ever had! Hands down so fun, well ran operation! 100% do again!

Amazing day with Greg @ Vail Backcountry Snowmobile Tours!!! Amazing day with Greg @ Vail Backcountry Snowmobile Tours!!!

My family consists of 2 adults and two teens (16 & 19).... read moreAmazing day with Greg @ Vail Backcountry Snowmobile Tours!!!

My family consists of 2 adults and two teens (16 & 19). We did the 1/2 day tour & each drove our own machines.

We made memories that day! We all were stunned at the beauty we saw. Gorgeous!
Their van picked us up at the hotel and after a short drive, we were at their setup on the mountain. There, we were fitted with better boots (use them!) & helmets. They had water, restroom and some t-shirts for sale.

Greg was our guide and he was the absolute BEST! He was kind, patient and cautious. We felt safe at all times.

The tour length (1/2 day) was awesome for us as some tours we have done in the past have felt too short. This one was the perfect amount of time for our family. I think with younger kids, I would ask their opinion on best length. I guess it depends on your kiddos and how adventurous that are (it's cold!). Again, we LOVED every single moment & would do it all again in a heartbeat!

Halfway through our tour, we stopped @ the Yurt to warm up! So cute. The yurt provided us with a nice warm fire, some snacks (lemon bars! etc), warm drinks (cocoa! etc), chargers for phones and a restroom break (outhouse in the snow, ya'll, lol)! We took a few photos there, too. Everything was clean and cozy and we thought it was a fun experience!

Greg made sure to stop a few times throughout the tour so we could take pics. He even offered to take a few for us so we could have the whole family together. 🙂

Did I say the scenery is gorgeous!!! Breathtaking, really.

I highly recommend Vail Backcountry Tours & if you get Greg, he's just great!

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Snowmobile tour Amazing experience with Nathan! Had so much fun yesterday we went back today. The scenery is beautiful. They make... read moreAmazing experience with Nathan! Had so much fun yesterday we went back today. The scenery is beautiful. They make sure you have a great time. read less

Snowmobiling close to Vail Our snowmobile tour was two hours and covered somewhere between 25 and 30 miles in the White River National Forest.... read moreOur snowmobile tour was two hours and covered somewhere between 25 and 30 miles in the White River National Forest. We had a stop for hot chocolate, hot apple cider and cookies along the way. Very comfortable, they provide a snowsuit, boots and a helmet. Greg was our guide and kept us going at the right pace with speeds between 20 and 30 for the most part. And they have a track in this huge meadow where you can let loose. New vehicles on our tour, too. read less

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

Can’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 less

Amazing Trip! My dad and his girlfriend came to visit, and we went on a half day tour with Vail Backcountry tours.... read moreMy dad and his girlfriend came to visit, and we went on a half day tour with Vail Backcountry tours. Curtis was amazing! He was super knowledgeable and so much fun, We didn't get to see many views because it was pretty much white out conditions all afternoon, but that made it better in my opinion because there was probably 2 feet of fresh powder on all the trails. it was untouched and Curtis took us on some amazing trails out Muddy Pass. We had such an amazing time, I couldn't say enough how great everyone was! read less

Awesome 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

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

TX to CO Greg was the best tour guide! We had a group of ten and we all had such a great time!!... read moreGreg was the best tour guide! We had a group of ten and we all had such a great time!! Worth the money, worth the trip! read less

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 less

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 less

Best 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

Awesome snow mobile experience - top notch Killer 2 hour tour with our guide, Greg. Beautiful views, a stop for hot drinks and snacks, this company provided... read moreKiller 2 hour tour with our guide, Greg. Beautiful views, a stop for hot drinks and snacks, this company provided a top notch experience when it came to safety and enjoyment. Highly recommended! read less

Fantastic Experience - Highly Recommended Great outing, transportation from the hotel was provided and quick and easy. Once we suited up (bring ski goggles and... read moreGreat outing, transportation from the hotel was provided and quick and easy. Once we suited up (bring ski goggles and a neck gaiter if you have them) we were ready to roll. Most from my group borrowed bibs and boots, and brought their own shells and insulation layers.

We did an afternoon tour, and rode back in the dark with headlights which was awesome. The sleds seem new and are very nice, and the tour guides are great. This was the highlight of a short trip to vail. read less

Amazing snowmobiling experience! This was such a fun excursion. The snowmobiling prep was very organized with all the gear necessary for your... read moreThis was such a fun excursion. The snowmobiling prep was very organized with all the gear necessary for your comfort and safety supplied and fitted to you. Machines were easy to operate and well maintained. We had fresh snow fall and enjoyed a pristine trail through the woods as we worked our way up the mountain. There was a large oval track where we were turned loose to run the machines. The we stopped to warm up in a yurt, with a wood fired stove, hot chocolate and cookies. I would highly recommend this trip. read less

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 less

Amazing Views! Pick up from Lionshead was timely, short drive to the base camp and quickly geared up.
Staff ready to assist in... read morePick up from Lionshead was timely, short drive to the base camp and quickly geared up.
Staff ready to assist in any way possible. Greg was our guide and gave a quick tutorial of the new Ski Do equipment. Easy start and up the mountain we went. Heated handle bars were a luxury, and I mean heated, bring thick gloves. The snow mobiles handled perfectly, easy to maneuver. The day was sunny, 35 degrees, and the sky was clear. We had a great group, all very good drivers which makes the trip even better. Greg was great at hand singles and took us to the meadow area with a track for going a little crazy. Greg gave us advice, let us run the track several times then back out on the trails. We stopped at two great photo spots, Greg took family photos and gave us general information about the area and view. The trails we fun, varying degree of difficulty and straight aways plenty to give it full gas. Lunch in the Yurt was really tasty, the butternut squash soup my favorite, others in my group liked the bbq and mac and cheese. Hot drinks a little rest and back down the mountain. A great trip, we all loved the adventure and Greg was a great guide! This is a must do if you are looking for a fun family break from skiing. More read less

Awesome 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

Liked it so much did it again 2 days later! This is a great way to see the mountains and have fun. I went Saturday morning first time and got... read moreThis is a great way to see the mountains and have fun. I went Saturday morning first time and got picked up by a van from my hotel. It was a 25 minute ride to the mountain and was happily surprised they had my size in boots, bibs and helmet (I am a big guy). On Saturday we had a fantastic group and a great leader and it was so much fun in the mountains. The break at the Yurt was great and the lemon tarts are to die for. I went back Monday with the wife. We did not have as good of a group and at the beginning was a lot of waiting for people to catch up but still a great time. Great time and the people working there could not be any nicer. More read less

Must Visit Tour We were a group of 4 and the experience was OUTSTANDING. From the customer service to the tour guide this... read moreWe were a group of 4 and the experience was OUTSTANDING. From the customer service to the tour guide this is a definite tour to put on your list.

The tour up and down the mountain was amazing; we had an awesome time.

Thanks to the staff and our guide at Vail Backcountry Tours for making this a great experience. read less

2018 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

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 less

Family tour with Mark Boutin We've been on this tour before. It's always a great time and very beautiful. Today was our best one yet.... read moreWe've been on this tour before. It's always a great time and very beautiful. Today was our best one yet. Mark Boutin was our guide and he was awesome. He took the time to talk about different animal tracks we saw and types of wildlife in the mountains. He also showed us different landmarks and told stories about them. He clearly loves what he does and we had fun with him. The snowmobiles are brand new and very comfortable too. This company is by far the best out there. read less

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 less

Best 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 less

Awesome 2 Hour Private Tour Thank you Greg for an amazing 2 hours ride through the White River National Forest. Spectacular scenery, crazy fresh... read moreThank you Greg for an amazing 2 hours ride through the White River National Forest. Spectacular scenery, crazy fresh snowfall (admittedly fortunate), great equipment, and excellent service all combined for a truly memorable birthday morning for our daughter! read less

Fantastic 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 less

Vail Backcountry Tours will not disappoint! Our family of six (from 28-60) had a fabulous time! From pick up to drop off, everything was very... read moreOur family of six (from 28-60) had a fabulous time! From pick up to drop off, everything was very professional. We had a magnificent day of snowmobiling with beautiful views, time to play on our sleds and a delicious lunch in the Yurt. Our guide, Beau, made us feel safe and cared for; experience makes the difference. And fresh snow did not stop Beau from making tracks to the top. We had so much fun! I would highly recommend Vail Backcountry Tours! read less

Awesome 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 less

Snowmobiles 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

SO 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 less

Great snowmobiling adventure We did the 2 hour 12pm snowmobiling tour. The whole experience was well worth it and exceeded our expectations. Our... read moreWe did the 2 hour 12pm snowmobiling tour. The whole experience was well worth it and exceeded our expectations. Our tour guide, Greg was awesome! Highly recommend this tour. read less

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

Awesome Adventure with Vail Backcountry Tours I managed to book a trip on the same day, Jan 8, 2021. And I chose Vail Backcountry Tours based... read moreI managed to book a trip on the same day, Jan 8, 2021. And I chose Vail Backcountry Tours based on other reviews. And they did not disappoint. My husband and I were picked up at the hotel with some other adventurers.

This was my first time snowmobiling and I hope it won't be my last. Bo, our guide, was the best. Not only was he funny, but he was also one of the coolest guides I've ever met. He did everything to ensure everyone's safety and also that we all had a good time. He was very personable. It felt like talking to someone you've known for years rather than someone you just met.

The scenery was incredible. So I'm glad we made some stops for pictures. And we also had some time to rest and warm up with hot drinks like coffee, tea, and apple cider along with cookies. There were charging stations to recharge phones there as well.

I only wish I had chosen a longer trip or had been able to take another one before leaving Vail. So, if you're in the area, check them out and book early. read less

Fun snowmobile tour with greg We did a snowmobile tour in late season. Snow was still very good. Machines are nice. ... read moreWe did a snowmobile tour in late season. Snow was still very good. Machines are nice. Tour was Lots of fun, beautiful views. Must do in Vail. Greg was great! read less

Excellent tour safe for beginners We recently went on a two hour ride with Vail Backcountry Tours. The staff was super friendly and our guide... read moreWe recently went on a two hour ride with Vail Backcountry Tours. The staff was super friendly and our guide Greg was excellent. The tour provided beautiful views of the mountains, unique trails and an adrenaline rush. We will be back. read less

Incredible experience! We had an absolutely incredible experience! We have two young boys ages 6 and 8 and everyone took exceptionally good... read moreWe had an absolutely incredible experience! We have two young boys ages 6 and 8 and everyone took exceptionally good care of us. Greg lead us on a wonderful tour and showed us some spectacular views of the mountains. I will most certainly book this tour on our next trip! read less

Great 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

Snowmobiling 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 less

Family fun We enjoyed the beautiful views and lunch at a yurt halfway through. We went with our 5 year old and... read moreWe enjoyed the beautiful views and lunch at a yurt halfway through. We went with our 5 year old and 11 year old daughters and everyone loved it! We will definitely visit again! read less

You have to do this! Our snowmobiling adventure was the highlight of our vacation in Vail! The staff at Vail Backcountry Tours were friendly... read moreOur snowmobiling adventure was the highlight of our vacation in Vail! The staff at Vail Backcountry Tours were friendly and efficient and our guide Greg was awesome. We have done other snowmobiling tours and this was the best by far. The trails, views, and scenery were incredible; we even saw moose! Would highly recommend if you have the chance. read less

Favorite Experience from Vail Our family absolutely loved our afternoon snowmobiling with Vail BackCountry Tours. They pick you up right at your hotel accommodations.... read moreOur family absolutely loved our afternoon snowmobiling with Vail BackCountry Tours. They pick you up right at your hotel accommodations. Then take you in to get outfitted correctly. Although we felt prepared with our outerwear, they quickly gave us boots & jackets that were more appropriately suited to the cold weather that will be experienced. while riding. So do not worry if you didn't bring the right stuff. They have you covered. They do a great job going over snowmobiling instructions, and we all felt comfortable while at on the trail (one adult single driver, one 15yr old single driver - with permit, and 2 of us double riding). The snowmobiles even have heated handles which help to keep your hands warm the whole time (even for the 2nd rider). The trails were beautiful and of course made our kids from Florida very happy with all the snow that had recently accumulated. We did the 3+ hour tour with lunch. The lunch served at the yurt was delicious. We were welcomed into a warm yurt, which of course felt so good. The hot chocolate, hot apple cider were delicious. And the lunch with dessert hit the spot. The only thing is that I would have liked to have been able to stop a few additional times to take some pictures, as the scenery was absolutely breathtaking - especially maybe to those of us from Florida 🙂 We would most definitely book again on our next trip to Vail. It was one of the highlights of our trip for all 4 of us! read less

SO 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 less

Mark 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 less

Great tour Amaizing tour.
Perfect to do in your ski rest day.
Lovely sunny day, we had a really good time with friends.
Great... read moreAmaizing tour.
Perfect to do in your ski rest day.
Lovely sunny day, we had a really good time with friends.
Great tour guide
Nathan Guild read less

Amazing Experience!! This was the perfect family outing for families who are somewhat athletic! Very easy and AMAZING views!! Request the tour... read moreThis was the perfect family outing for families who are somewhat athletic! Very easy and AMAZING views!! Request the tour guide Greg! He was the best!! Would definitely come again!! read less

Best 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

Treat Yourself! Greg was our tour guide for a day of snowmobiling in the backcountry near Vail, CO. This was one of... read moreGreg was our tour guide for a day of snowmobiling in the backcountry near Vail, CO. This was one of the best winter activities we've ever done! Beautiful day and weather. Lots of great views and picture spots. I have to say that Greg was awesome. He provided rich narrative about the spots we visited and made the whole trip come to life. I only hope all their guides aspire to the professional level that Greg treated us too. read less