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

Great 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 less

Great experience! We had such a blast today riding with Vail Backcountry Tours! We came from Denver and Fort Collins for our... read moreWe had such a blast today riding with Vail Backcountry Tours! We came from Denver and Fort Collins for our friend’s birthday and had more fun than we even expected. The trip took about 2.5 hours- 3 with suiting up and the instruction session- so we definitely got our money’s worth. They made sure we were well-suited for the cold and gave us a safety briefing before we took off. Super scenic views, good speeds for both those who wanted to go quickly at times and still slow enough for those who wanted to take a leisurely pace and take in the views. A great stop at a nice little hut for some hot cocoa, treats, and toe warming by the wood fire. Overall a wonderful experience and great guides! read less

Andrew 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 less

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

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

Snowmobile Adventure We had so much fun riding with Paul. He was a great guide and very knowledgeable. I would... read moreWe had so much fun riding with Paul. He was a great guide and very knowledgeable. I would recommend Vail Backcountry Tours to anyone who visits Vail! read less

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

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

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

Must 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 less

Amazing outing We were a group of 13 that went out with Greg our guide. We had an amazing time, they provided... read moreWe were a group of 13 that went out with Greg our guide. We had an amazing time, they provided us with everything we needed, pick up was prompt and check in was quick. If you go on this tour ask for Greg we was AMAZING. If ever in Vail go snowmobiling you wont regret it. read less

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

Safe 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 less

Safe 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 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

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

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

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.

Would definitely recommend! read less

Great Date Idea My husband and I had a great time on our tour with Vail Backcountry. Nathan was an awesome guide and... read moreMy husband and I had a great time on our tour with Vail Backcountry. Nathan was an awesome guide and made sure everyone was comfortable and having fun! You really get to experience and see what the backcountry is!They have a really cute yurt you stop at for a warm beverage and snacks. Highly recommend this locally owned and operated company! read less

Great Group/Family Experience March 2021 Great trip today with Vail Backcountry Tours! The company runs top grade ski doos and their tour guides... 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 less

Great backcountry experience for the family! This is a top notch operator. They picked us up from home is a very nice shuttle, brought us... read moreThis is a top notch operator. They picked us up from home is a very nice shuttle, brought us up the Piney Lake rd to get situated. They even had snow boots for those of us not properly shod. Lol. Our guide, Greg, was super! Charming, welcoming and just great. He taught us the ropes and showed us a great time. Thanks Greg! read less

GIRLS TRIP 2018 I found this company on trip advisor and we were overall pleased and had an awesome time with Greg. ... read moreI found this company on trip advisor and we were overall pleased and had an awesome time with Greg. Greg was knowledgeable about CO, the sites, and trails. The snow mobiles were very nice, the seats, handles, and even the thumb throttle were heated. Even though there wasn't much snow in the mountains, the trails they had groomed had a lot. The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because we were all asked by Kerry to tip "the industry standard" of 20% at the beginning of the tour. We felt pressured to tip on the card and a certain amount before the tour had even started. Guides would receive more tips if checkout was at the end and not beginning. Overall, the tour was great, lunch exceeded our expectations, and the scenery was beautiful! 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tour guide Greg is the absolute best. Greg should get 6 out 5 stars. Super knowledgeable about the land and gave us a phenomenal tour. There were... read moreGreg should get 6 out 5 stars. Super knowledgeable about the land and gave us a phenomenal tour. There were multiple opportunities for breathtaking photos. Greg!!!!!!!!! read less

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

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

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

Snowmobile 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 less

The best tour for all riders! My wife and I went out on Saturday with a really nice group of people. A younger family and... read moreMy wife and I went out on Saturday with a really nice group of people. A younger family and a couple other couples. Had a FANTASTIC day with Nathan. I had done a different tour several years before, but my wife was a first timer. The trails were well maintained and easy to ride, the sites were beautiful and we had the chance to "open it up" a little on the track they have. Our guide was extremely helpful and patient with all, making sure we each enjoyed the day. The LUNCH was way more than we expected. Not your average boxed lunch, much closer to a gourmet meal in the middle of the mountains. Highly recommend you checking Vail Backcountry Tours out! read less

Amazing! We loved it! Nathan is a great tour guide too. You don't want to miss this snowmobiling tour! Highly recommend!

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

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

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

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

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

Awesome experience! Our guide Chris Lee was awesome!! Everything from getting picked up at our hotel to gearing up to snowmobile,... read moreOur guide Chris Lee was awesome!! Everything from getting picked up at our hotel to gearing up to snowmobile, riding and back to our hotel went super smoothly. The views were spectacular and Chris made sure we had plenty of pictures to prove it. We highly recommend you take this tour, ask for Chris Lee as your guide and you'll have an awesome experience. 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

Wonderful 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

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

The 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

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

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

Snowmobile tour Vail My family had the most amazing snowmobile tour today with Curtis ~ we had our daughter ( 7 years old... read moreMy family had the most amazing snowmobile tour today with Curtis ~ we had our daughter ( 7 years old ) with us and he made sure she was secured on the back of the snowmobile and had all the necessary cold weather gear she needed ~ I can’t even tell you how amazing the views of the mountains and the snow covered trees were ~ absolutely breathtaking! I would highly recommend this tour company 10000x over again ~ halfway through the tour you stop at a warm cozy hut to warm your toes and enjoy some hot cocoa and warm brownies. Shay greeted us there with a warm welcome and made sure we were all taken care of before heading back down the mountain. I’m telling you this was one of my top adventures of my lifetime!
Well organized-On time-Very professional!
Well done Vail Backcountry Tours ! 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

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

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!

Best part of our ski vacation This was the most PHENOMENAL tour we have ever been on! This is a must do when traveling to the... read moreThis was the most PHENOMENAL tour we have ever been on! This is a must do when traveling to the Vail Valley. The shuttle picked us up at our lodge and took us to base camp. The staff helped us gear up and provided us with excellent customer service. The owners went out of their way to make my husbands 50th birthday extra special. The yurt is a special place to relax half way through the tour with hot yummy drinks. Everything about this tour was perfect! This was the best part of our week long trip to Vail. The views are spectacular and the guide was awesome! We can’t wait to do it again. Thank you to Carrie, Jeremy, and Greg for making it so special. read 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

This is a MUST DO if you come to Vail. We enjoyed a fabulous tour with Nathan Guild, who is a Professional Backcountry Guide. This is a first class operation.... read moreWe enjoyed a fabulous tour with Nathan Guild, who is a Professional Backcountry Guide. This is a first class operation. They pick you up at your hotel, get you dressed properly, and show you an awesome time. The machines are all new and in perfect working order. The snack/lunch break in the Yert was a total hit for everyone in the family. Great organization. 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

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

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

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

Snowmobile and lunch tour What a fantastic tour!! Breathtaking views, plenty of trails. Greg, our guide was wonderful! He made us laugh,... read moreWhat a fantastic tour!! Breathtaking views, plenty of trails. Greg, our guide was wonderful! He made us laugh, knew where to go and make everything perfect. Lunch in the Yurt was fun and the food was delicious.
Highly recommend taking the tour, we made memories we will hold onto for a lifetime. 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

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

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

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

Snowmobiling Fun Our family (7 of us) enjoyed a guided tour by Beau. It was terrific from start to finish. Jeremy and... read moreOur family (7 of us) enjoyed a guided tour by Beau. It was terrific from start to finish. Jeremy and Carrie were so welcoming and it was obvious they wanted our family to have a great experience.
They helped outfit us with all the right equipment and before any of us sat down on the snowmobiles, they gave us great instructions about safety
It was so much fun. The views were amazing. Everyone had a great morning tour, which ended with a visit with a trip to their Yert for a warm drink and snacks before heading back down to base camp.
I would not hesitate to do this again! We all agree it was a great time. More read less

Epic Day Snowmobiling Paul made the trip- A total expert and fun to ride with. Be sure to ask him about white water... read morePaul made the trip- A total expert and fun to ride with. Be sure to ask him about white water rafting & kayaking trips in the summer! read 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

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

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

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

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

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 less

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 less