- Wonderful 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 V3/03/2019Amazing 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 lessDainiuris12/11/2019Great Family Activity! Totally 5 star worthy!! From the booking procedure to the 2 hour tour, the entire experience was amazing! The staff... read moreTotally 5 star worthy!! From the booking procedure to the 2 hour tour, the entire experience was amazing! The staff was so helpful, accommodating and nice! Our daughter just turned 6 and she had the best time ever on this tour. The views are simply jaw dropping. You feel at one with Mother Nature.
We highly recommend, it’s very family friendly. The snacks and the beverages were good too. Just an all around great time! read lessMrsDonahue1/15/2020 - Great 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
I9965FUgregw12/05/2022Safe 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 lesskattt53/01/2021Best 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 L2/01/2019 - 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 lessdmgarbo12/07/2019The 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 lessGGGreek1/01/2022So 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 lessLisalsl2/04/2021
- Must 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 lessjamisonpendlum2/22/2020Snow 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 lessJ5364DVmattb11/29/2019Andrew 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 lessandrewpH6029JX2/05/2020
- An Experience of a Lifetime! As a first time visitor to Vail, I had no idea what snowmobiling would entail. However, Paul our guide gave... read moreAs a first time visitor to Vail, I had no idea what snowmobiling would entail. However, Paul our guide gave us EXCEPTIONAL service and made the pick up, waiver signing, equipment getting, tour and drop off MARVELOUS. He is super personable and passionate about what he does. He truly made our day. The company in general has employed the most enthusiastic and polite people in the world. The services, amenities, hot chocolate, brownies, Apple cider and cookies in a warm heated tent half way through was an added plus. The trail and the grounds were VERY well kept and a sight to see. Don’t miss this on your next winter trip to Vail. read lessalyannab2/01/2022Must do in Vail Vail backcountry snowmobile tour was an incredible time! Would highly recommend for anyone! Even as a rider it is a... read moreVail backcountry snowmobile tour was an incredible time! Would highly recommend for anyone! Even as a rider it is a great time! Beautiful views and the staff is so helpful at taking pictures and finding good views. Our tour guide was Chris Lee and he was awesome!
Seems a little pricey at first but it is TOTALLY worth it! read lesssarahashleyjohnson053/17/2021Outstanding 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 lessJulesStCroix1/01/2022 - 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 less329tannerw3/21/2021Incredible 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 lessmauifishing3/15/2021Wonderful! 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 - 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 lesstreasurel201912/22/2020Awesome 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 lessRaylina3/20/2021BEST 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.3/01/2021
- 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 lessnikki12/01/2021Can’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 less338allisone3/13/2021Amazing 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
Laura G12/18/2018 - 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
Robert F12/29/2018Fantastic 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 B12/01/2021Amazing 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!
Book it! read lesscarolann20172/26/2020 - 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 less361gwynn2/10/2020Exceptional FIVE STARS are not enough. Vail Backcounty Tours was by far the highlight of our trip. From booking to arranging... read moreFIVE STARS are not enough. Vail Backcounty Tours was by far the highlight of our trip. From booking to arranging for transportation to the actual snow mobiles themselves- outstanding. Halfway through the tour you get a break for warm drinks and sweet treats (they even have a charging station for phones). Our guide Nathan Guild made our experience exceptional. Thank you Vail Backcountry Tours and Nathan! You guys rock and we look forward to our next tour). read lessjorieanna D1/01/2022Awesome 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 lessReenaP2183/12/2021
- 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 less363matthewy1/01/2020Snowmobiling 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 K3/01/2021Great 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
_danielehuxtable5/14/2018 - 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-Travels1/04/2023SO 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 lesscrcfhrules1/05/2020The Kennedy’s Greg was our guide and he was awesome, so helpful and knowledgeable. We’ve never ridden snowmobiles before, this was so... read moreGreg was our guide and he was awesome, so helpful and knowledgeable. We’ve never ridden snowmobiles before, this was so beautiful and tons of fun. We will definitely be back, but with the rest of the family! Thank you all for the fun!! read less
Stacey K1/03/2019 - 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
TLBB151/15/2023Best 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
Jen F4/09/2018Fantastic 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
teCh00102/12/2019 - Snowmobiling with family and friends Outstanding organization and well worth the price. The scenery is magestic! Shout out to Beau for showing us a great time!
Randi S12/28/2018Fabulous 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
DrCEB12/23/2018Awesome 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 less467rachaele12/10/2019 - 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 lessN5352FJlisaf5/08/2019Troy was excellent We had a wonderful experience with our God, Troy. Family of eight with two sets of grandparents and two children... read moreWe had a wonderful experience with our God, Troy. Family of eight with two sets of grandparents and two children age 12 and 15. Beautiful views, truly really made an effort to make our experience memorable. We definitely recommend. read less
bdshep771/01/2023Once in a lifetime. Our snowmobile experience with Vail Backcountry was exceptional. The staff was very friendly and helpful as we geared up for... read moreOur snowmobile experience with Vail Backcountry was exceptional. The staff was very friendly and helpful as we geared up for our trip through a beautiful winter wonderland. Our guide Troy did an excellent job educating us on the bikes as well as making sure we were safe. Hot chocolate at the yurt and a stop for photos made our trip special. Thanjs Troy! read less
rabbit106012/31/2022 - Loved 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 lessgeetomo1/02/2021Adrenaline 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 lessgustavotX9690SD3/17/2020Great 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 - 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 lessAndy K1/01/1970I'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 S3/31/2019Family 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 lessstevewQ2979EE3/21/2021 - Nailed it! We did the lunch tour, Food and service were great. Nathan kept tract of everyone and we all felt very... read moreWe did the lunch tour, Food and service were great. Nathan kept tract of everyone and we all felt very safe at all times. Brand new sleds. Highly recommend! read less
Luv2Travel423391/07/2019The 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 less
LDavis01032/17/2022Wonderful Excursion We had a great 2 hour experience with our tour guide Nathan. Our 11 year old who rode with her... read moreWe had a great 2 hour experience with our tour guide Nathan. Our 11 year old who rode with her Dad had a blast. It was snowing hard and lots of powder. Nathan was really good about the pace and making sure everyone was comfortable and having fun. Great experience! read less
Vbhusky2/16/2019 - 10/10 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 lessjenniferbW4958LA1/01/1970Snow mobiling Greg was an amazing guide, top notch company! The best way to see Vail and the surrounding area!!!
So fun!!!!
shelly g2/02/2019Awesome 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
SeanBlake683/19/2019 - Snowmobile fun We recently used vail back country adventures and had a blast!!!! If you like jet skis, dirt bikes or motorcycles... read moreWe recently used vail back country adventures and had a blast!!!! If you like jet skis, dirt bikes or motorcycles this is for you! Curtis C was our guide and was very experienced and skilled.
Our family and 2 teen age sons had a great time.
Beautiful scenery and excellent staff.
Will do it again next opportunity.
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Commdiver12/26/2018INCREDIBLE - 10/10!! My first time snowmobiling, I have to admit I was a little anxious. The team, and in particular our guide... read moreMy first time snowmobiling, I have to admit I was a little anxious. The team, and in particular our guide Nathan Guild, did an AMAZING job teaching us how to drive and making sure I felt comfortable the entire time. It ended up being my favorite part of the entire trip: it was SO fun to drive, and the views were unbelievable (better than at the top of the ski mountain). I shared a machine with a friend, switching off driving, and did the 3 hour tour and thought it was the perfect combo/length for me. Nathan was truly the best guide ever - making sure I felt comfortable without slowing down the thrill-seekers of the group. If you have any anxiety about snowmobiling, he is your guy!! 10/10, cannot recommend more highly!!! read less
rachelcs1233/10/2022Amazing 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
Travel19622611/28/2018 - NATHAN 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 lessGoPlaces5324141/01/2022Fantastic 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_1312/20/2018Snowmobiling 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 lessbthompson31/12/2020 - Wonderful! 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 less651lorio1/01/1970Awesome 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 less337amali1/12/2021Snowmobile tour A group of 5 friends did the tour at 8:30am on a Saturday. It was even better than we expected.... read moreA group of 5 friends did the tour at 8:30am on a Saturday. It was even better than we expected. The whole staff was really nice and the snow conditions were amazing. Whether you are looking for a safe and low key joy ride through the mountains, or trying to ride the throttle around some turns and on the track, this is the place to do it! We did the standard tour with grand touring ski doos, and next time we’ll probably do the high performance sleds. Greg was a great guide and when someone in our group got stuck in the powder twice, he was really nice and helped tow them out. Carrie was very responsive and helpful I’m getting everything scheduled too. The extra gear they have available for use was really nice too. I highly recommend this. It will be fun for everyone involved. read lessM9554XVtaylors12/14/2019 - Awesome Tour Great experience snow mobiling. Everything is professional from pick up to drop out.
Clothing provided. Beautiful scenery. Great guides. ... read moreGreat experience snow mobiling. Everything is professional from pick up to drop out.
Clothing provided. Beautiful scenery. Great guides. New equipment 2019 Ski Doo 60 Ace Touring Snowbiles. I was a passenger & had a blast. Highly recommended. Stopped for photos & snack. read less
Jean D2/20/2019Vail 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
raquelbaro11p12/02/2022Superb 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 - 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 lessMobile674653104611/13/2020The best Vail snowmobiling experience I cannot express how magical this experience was from start to finish. Nathan Guild picked us up directly... read moreI cannot express how magical this experience was from start to finish. Nathan Guild picked us up directly from our hotel in Vail and was an absolute gentleman. Once we picked the rest of group up from a meeting site, we drove in a limo style shuttle van. Top shelf from start to finish. The staff was all attentive once we arrived to the main snowmobile headquarters and was so genuine in wishing my wife and I happy 55th birthday!! I've ridden in several snowmobiles during my lifetime, however, these were by far top of the notch! Heated handlebars for the passengers seat complete with backrest, and heated driver grips along with touch adjusting buttons. After a well detailed safety and instructions meeting with Nathan, we began our journey into the winter wonderland of the Vail mountains. We were a group of 12 with Nathan and a guild in training bringing up the rear. I felt so safe as did my wife on the same vehicle. Safety was priority number 1 with this company. You could tell, this is not for the yahoos and drunks. If you wipe out, it could ruin everyone's trip waiting to pull your snowmobile out of the ravines. After a joyful ride, we made our way to the mountain top hut. A wonderful "Happy birthday " dessert and candles made our day!!! My wife wants to do it again and next time with friends and family. read lessDan M1/01/2022AMAZING 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 lessCulture5376822/13/2021
- 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
Bigcityeater3/05/2019Snowmobiling 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 R12/13/2022Great 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
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