2 Hour Tour
2 hours on the snow allows for ample time to see our breathtaking terrain and stop at our private Yurt for a hot beverage and snack! If you're interested, please be sure to call and leave a voicemail or submit a reservation request through the form on our website.
Time
Morning & Afternoon
Single
$250
Double
$370
Includes
a hot beverage & snack
Provided for each tour: Transportation, boots, suits, helmets and a professional Vail Backcountry guide
Half Day Tour
Three hour tours are great for those looking for a more expansive tour of our terrain. A hot beverage and snack at our private yurt in the White River National Forest is included in all three hour tours. If you're interested, please be sure to call and leave a voicemail or submit a reservation request through the form on our website.
Time
Morning & Afternoon (3 hours)
Single
$350
Double
$470
Includes
a hot beverage & snack
Provided for each tour: Transportation, boots, suits, helmets and a professional Vail Backcountry guide
Private Tour
Private tours are available for all tour times. $600 fee for your own private backcountry guide and an additional $400 fee for private transportation. If you're interested, please be sure to call and leave a voicemail or submit a reservation request through the form on our website.
Time
Morning & Afternoon
Private Guide
$600
Private Van
Additional $400
Provided for each tour: Transportation, boots, suits, helmets and a professional Vail Backcountry guide
- 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 lessstevewQ2979EE3/21/2021Fantastic 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
teCh00102/12/2019Epic Day Snowmobiling Paul made the trip- A total expert and fun to ride with. Be sure to ask him about white water... read morePaul made the trip- A total expert and fun to ride with. Be sure to ask him about white water rafting & kayaking trips in the summer! read lesseddyh20211/06/2021 - Best/Closest Snow Mobile Tour for Vail Excellent tour through beautiful trails in the mountains surrounding Vail. Groomed trails so no getting stuck in deep drifts.... read moreExcellent tour through beautiful trails in the mountains surrounding Vail. Groomed trails so no getting stuck in deep drifts. Our guide Shay was very fun and a great photographer as well. I love that this is a 5 min drive from Lionshead versus the other tours that have a 30 min van ride. The stop half way to drink hot chocolate in their heated yurt was a nice touch. Highly recommend! read less
Todd E12/27/2022“2 Hours of fantastiness! I have never been snowmobiling but I had always wanted to give it a try, especially in Colorado. I was... read moreI have never been snowmobiling but I had always wanted to give it a try, especially in Colorado. I was extremely nervous but the guides made me feel at ease, especially Greg (great guide) After, I got the hang of operating the Snowmobile, it was a blast!! Stunning views!!!I loved theYurt Worth every penny!! Thank you!! Stephanie A. read less
Sallenbaugh4/09/2019Greg the best guide This is one of my family’s favorite things to do in Colorado. It’s so fun and exciting. Greg, our guide... read moreThis is one of my family’s favorite things to do in Colorado. It’s so fun and exciting. Greg, our guide was so fun and helpful. I would totally recommend him to anyone doing this. 10/10 recommend him and then this experience t read lessPeyton12/01/2021 - Great experience! We had such a blast today riding with Vail Backcountry Tours! We came from Denver and Fort Collins for our... read moreWe had such a blast today riding with Vail Backcountry Tours! We came from Denver and Fort Collins for our friend’s birthday and had more fun than we even expected. The trip took about 2.5 hours- 3 with suiting up and the instruction session- so we definitely got our money’s worth. They made sure we were well-suited for the cold and gave us a safety briefing before we took off. Super scenic views, good speeds for both those who wanted to go quickly at times and still slow enough for those who wanted to take a leisurely pace and take in the views. A great stop at a nice little hut for some hot cocoa, treats, and toe warming by the wood fire. Overall a wonderful experience and great guides! read less
Amanda V12/29/2018Rhode 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 less354coryb1/28/2021Awesome Service! Our family spent Christmas in Vail this year and this was probably everyone's favorite part. We were a large... read moreOur family spent Christmas in Vail this year and this was probably everyone's favorite part. We were a large group, so we took a private excursion. The equipment was incredible, brand new, beautiful snow mobiles with heated hand grips!! Our outing was in the late afternoon, so as we were heading back the sun was setting. What an incredible sunset and then the lights of Vail came on. Definitely a memorable evening and we will most definitely repeat next year! read less
Lisa F5/08/2019 - Don’t leave Vail without a snowmobile ride at Vail Backcountry Tours Gregg our tour guide was the best. Picked us up and dropped us off at hotel. Knowledgeable and friendly Highly... read moreGregg our tour guide was the best. Picked us up and dropped us off at hotel. Knowledgeable and friendly Highly recommend Vail Backcountry Tours and ask for Gregg. Gave great instructions and safety was read lessPatrick M12/01/2021Vail Christmas 2022- Worth the trip Nathan was excellent tour guide. Staff was friendly and kind. My college kids enjoyed the snowmobile ride and the... read moreNathan was excellent tour guide. Staff was friendly and kind. My college kids enjoyed the snowmobile ride and the beautiful scenery. read less
Kelly F12/23/2022Awesome 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 - 5 stars Snowmobiling 🙂 Absolutely Amazing!:) 5 Star Service! Epic Views! And safety first!:) Everything was perfect:) And Greg our guide was soooooTravelTink12/01/2021Awesome 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 lessN5352FJlisaf5/08/2019The BEST Snowmobile Service Hospitality, service & safety was of the highest quality. My original thought was that the price was high. BUT, the... read moreHospitality, service & safety was of the highest quality. My original thought was that the price was high. BUT, the Shuttle service from door-to-door, equipment included [Helmet, snowmobile, pants, boots] basically anything you may have forgotten lol, was well worth the price!! PAUL, our tour guide was exceptional. He not only made sure we were fully informed of all of the safety protocols and hand signals, but also helped our experience with GREAT energy, smiles, laughs and a welcoming spirit. Me and my girlfriend will be bringing our ENTIRE family on the next trip to Colorado and we will be repeat customers with Vail BackCountry Tours !! Thank You for an incredible experience -LaRoyce Davis Washington, DC read lessLaRoyce D2/01/2022
- Amazing Tour I would love to do this tour another 20 times! Greg our tour guide was amazing!! Everything was easy even... read moreI would love to do this tour another 20 times! Greg our tour guide was amazing!! Everything was easy even for a first time snowmobile driver
Recommended read less
Jonathan O1/26/2019Beaver Creek ski trip We took a day off from skiing to enjoy some sites and back country snowmobiling fun. It was a... read moreWe took a day off from skiing to enjoy some sites and back country snowmobiling fun. It was a beautiful day 40 and sunny. Tour guide picked us up on time and with the friendliest smile We were well informed on all issues of what to expect and what to do . Our ride was outstanding from simple trails to through the trees and snow and taking our snowmobile around a speed track . The snowmobiles were easy to handle and trails were so fun. I recommend Nathan Guild for your tour guide if you want the best and most enjoyable and fun adventure. read less
patriciamA6011ZX2/11/2023Amazing 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 - 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 lessAshlei-johnson1/27/2021TX 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 lesskelseyp8911/17/2021Awesome snowmobile tour We took the 2 hour tour with Drew and had an awesome time! Plenty of scenery, breaks to take... read moreWe took the 2 hour tour with Drew and had an awesome time! Plenty of scenery, breaks to take photos, and even got to race on their track. We took a break midway through the tour in their yurt for cocoa/cider and treats. They provided boots, helmets and outerwear. Make sure to bring your goggles and gloves (even though the handle bars are heated). They picked us up at the hotel and returned us so very convenient. Well worth the price and would highly recommend them! read less
tammy a12/28/2018 - Great snowmobile company Our guide was Troy & he was the best! The trail was nice, nice view up top for pics &... read moreOur guide was Troy & he was the best! The trail was nice, nice view up top for pics & a cool Yurt where we had snacks & drinks. I picked them over the other companies b/c it was close to where we were staying & because I wanted to see a Yurt. It was a nice break. Very friendly staff. read less
wlbgehring12/19/2022Snowmobile 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
Dj423062/12/2019Must 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 lessjamisonpendlum2/22/2020 - Snowmobile adventure This was such a great addition on our trip to Vail! The staff was amazing and our guide Chris was... read moreThis was such a great addition on our trip to Vail! The staff was amazing and our guide Chris was patient and beyond helpful. He was very kind and offered to take so many pictures with our phones of our families so we could save these memories. The whole family enjoyed every thing from the ride of the snow mobile, the breath taking views and of course the break in between for some hot chocolate and treats! Highly recommend for a experience you won’t forget!! read lessNalnal73/12/2021THE BEST! Just got back from the 3:30 tour with Nathan. He made the experience memorable! Sunny skies on the way out... read moreJust got back from the 3:30 tour with Nathan. He made the experience memorable! Sunny skies on the way out & amazing mountain sunset at the top of the ridge. Groomed road/trail most of the way, but also some tree trails & a flat track to open up with some speed. Highly recommend the 3:30 time & this company. Convenient to Vail Lionshead. Short drive & they pick you up. DO IT! read lessSuzannePietrzykB1/25/2020Snowmobiling experience This was mine and my boyfriends first time in Vail but also on snowmobiles. I have to say this was... read moreThis was mine and my boyfriends first time in Vail but also on snowmobiles. I have to say this was easily my favorite activity on the entire trip from start to finish. They make things incredibly easy by picking you up at the hotel and taking you to the trail where the snow mobiles await your ride. Each trip is different with the trails you’ll take but the scenery is breath taking; felt like I was in a winter wonderland. Nathan made our entire trip! He allowed us time to ride on a circular track and showed us the most scenic backgrounds for photos. We also got lucky enough to come across 2 moose during our travels. If you are going to book snow mobiles during your time in Vail use this company. You can’t go wrong. Thank you Nathan for an unforgettable experience. read less
Jordan R12/13/2022 - INCREDIBLE - 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 lessrachelcs1231/01/1970Amazing Tour of Vail Backcountry Sites Went on this amazing Snowmobile Tour with my Best Friend and we were treated like Royalty a long with an... read moreWent on this amazing Snowmobile Tour with my Best Friend and we were treated like Royalty a long with an Amazing Tour with Gorgeous sites. The tour guides are very knowledgeable of the slopes and have a very nice rest spot that is absolutely cozy and gorgeous!! A must do when in the Avon/Vail area. read less
mzcwg12/01/2018Great ride through the trees We had a great time with VBT. Our guide Greg was awesome and knowledgeable and made sure we all had... read moreWe had a great time with VBT. Our guide Greg was awesome and knowledgeable and made sure we all had a great time in the snowy weather. This is definitely an experience we want to come back to enjoy again. read less
I9965FUgregw12/05/2022 - 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 D2/20/2019Best Snowmobile Tour in the World!! I booked a snowmobile tour with Vail Backcountry Tours and this company exceeded my expectations. Their number one priority is... read moreI booked a snowmobile tour with Vail Backcountry Tours and this company exceeded my expectations. Their number one priority is your safety so they will walk you through every single details you can think of. They picked me up at my hotel and back. The front desk personnel are super nice. They even let me borrow an adapter for my GoPro camera. They will make sure you are gear up ready. They will provide for helmets, boots and other gear you might need. It’s a two hour trip with some stops along the way for pictures and also a hot chocolate and sweets. My tour guide Chris Lee was so cool and profesional. Chris was so kind and take us lots of pictures. This company will ask you to leave a 20% tip, please don’t be cheap and tip this guys because they well deserved. read lessYP00112/16/2020Snowmobiling 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 K3/01/2021 - Amazing! We loved it! Nathan is a great tour guide too. You don't want to miss this snowmobiling tour! Highly recommend!RachaelInRealLife3/04/2021Amazing! The best experience on a vacation I have ever had! Hands down so fun, well ran operation! 100% do again!KrystleJ1712/13/2020Exceptional 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 D1/01/2022
- 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 read lesskattt51/01/1970Unforgettable Experience Never having ridden snowmobiles before, but hearing so many great things, my expectations for the tour were very high. Vail... read moreNever having ridden snowmobiles before, but hearing so many great things, my expectations for the tour were very high. Vail Backcountry Tours exceeded my expectations and then some. Our guide Nathan was incredible and made sure that everyone in our group was having a great time and safe. This was the highlight of my vail trip and will definitely be coming back. Thanks again Nathan for the unforgetttable experience! read lessjpk2/01/2022Snowmobiling 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 lessMobile674653104611/13/2020
- 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
TheTraveler01233/03/2019The best tour for all riders! My wife and I went out on Saturday with a really nice group of people. A younger family and... read moreMy wife and I went out on Saturday with a really nice group of people. A younger family and a couple other couples. Had a FANTASTIC day with Nathan. I had done a different tour several years before, but my wife was a first timer. The trails were well maintained and easy to ride, the sites were beautiful and we had the chance to "open it up" a little on the track they have. Our guide was extremely helpful and patient with all, making sure we each enjoyed the day. The LUNCH was way more than we expected. Not your average boxed lunch, much closer to a gourmet meal in the middle of the mountains. Highly recommend you checking Vail Backcountry Tours out! read lessGMoney05253/03/2020Snow 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 lessJ5364DVmattb11/29/2019 - 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
Bigcityeater3/05/2019Snow 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 lessTraveling4Broz2/26/2021Amazing Snowmobile Experience We had an amazing day snowmobiling in the absolutely beautiful scenic mountains of vail. Beau, our guide was incredibly reassuring,... read moreWe had an amazing day snowmobiling in the absolutely beautiful scenic mountains of vail. Beau, our guide was incredibly reassuring, helpful, and gave us the most wonderful experience. Before heading out in the snow, he made sure we were all properly dressed and gave us some of the gear the company has to make sure we stayed warm. Following this, before we leave took off, Beau made sure we were all comfortable with the snow mobile, in terms of operating them, and then give us plenty of opportunities to push the pedal to the metal and enjoy our speed.
My 16-year-old daughter loved driving and I enjoyed being the passenger behind her. The highlight of our to our excursion was stopping in their hut to have hot chocolate and enjoy some yummy home baked goods, while we warmed up by the cozy wood-burning stove . I don’t ski so this was the perfect outdoor activity for our family. Highly highly recommend it. Highlight of my trip. read less
susanaU7230II2/20/2023 - BEST DAY EVER AMAZING EXPERIENCE!! The most exciting, thrilling (VERY SAFE) experience! Our guide, Greg, was awesome and friendly and accommodating and the... read moreAMAZING EXPERIENCE!! The most exciting, thrilling (VERY SAFE) experience! Our guide, Greg, was awesome and friendly and accommodating and the owners, Jeremy & Carrie are FANTASTIC!!! BEST DAY!! read lesswoodhollowrd12/18/2020Snowmobile Adventure We had so much fun riding with Paul. He was a great guide and very knowledgeable. I would... read moreWe had so much fun riding with Paul. He was a great guide and very knowledgeable. I would recommend Vail Backcountry Tours to anyone who visits Vail! read lesslandonm7682/07/2021Amazing 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 lesstreasurel201912/22/2020
- 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
TLBB151/15/2023So 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 lessJulie H2/06/20203 Hours of Awesome! I, along with 4 business associates, had the joy of taking the 3 hour tour with lunch provided. I had... read moreI, along with 4 business associates, had the joy of taking the 3 hour tour with lunch provided. I had never been on a snow mobile before, so the beginning was a little timid, driving a vehicle that on a road with a drop off, by time we returned I was not at all uncomfortable navigating the road near offices. We spent 3 hours with our guide traversing the countryside with some seriously beautiful breathtaking views. My favorite however was when things opened up and you got the chance to really get some speed going! To finish it off we ended up in this fabulous Yurt where we served lunch and warm drinks. I will absolutely be doing this again if I find myself in Vail! More read less
Beach14NC4/08/2019 - 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
Chemi_MM12/29/2018Fabulous 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
DrCEB12/23/2018This 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
ricardob7082/05/2019 - The 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 lessGGGreek1/01/2022Great 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
shayjade114/12/2019Awesome company! This was our group's first time snowmobiling, and we had a great time! Nathan was the perfect guide. He was... read moreThis was our group's first time snowmobiling, and we had a great time! Nathan was the perfect guide. He was very in tune with the entire group regardless of their riding style. Half our group wanted to do something more technical or go fast, while the rest of us wanted to chill a bit more. He was able to provide both types of riders with a great experience and keep everyone safe. He's also just such a great guy. Ask for Nathan and you won't be disappointed! read lessLeigh S2/01/2022 - Great experience. Excellent all around. Our family of five really enjoyed our two hour tour with Nathan. The machines are top notch... read moreExcellent all around. Our family of five really enjoyed our two hour tour with Nathan. The machines are top notch compared to what we have ridden in other mountain towns. The terrain and trails heading up to Pinney Lake are perfect for snow mobiles. This isn’t the typical slow under 20 mph tour. They have great straightaways and a private track on the mountain where you can get up some nice speed approaching 40 mph. We had three drivers for our group of five and it was great. Our 17 year had no issue with her own machine. Our 10 year old and 14 year olds rode behind us and these machines have a comfortable back seat with heated handles! We all wore our ski clothes and our heated gloves. The girls added an extra layer they don’t usually wear when skiing. It was probably 28 degrees and nobody was cold. read less
adanza2/19/2023Best Snowmobile tour This tour was the best snow mobile tour I’ve ever been on. Conveniently located just outside of vail village. A... read moreThis tour was the best snow mobile tour I’ve ever been on. Conveniently located just outside of vail village. A must if you visit Vail! The stop at the yurt for warm drinks was cool. The scenery is unmatched. Driving through the trees in the woods was my favorite part. Nathan was a great tour guide! 100% recommend! read less
332derickp2/20/2023Must 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-Travels1/04/2023 - 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 K1/01/1970Mark 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 - 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
rachelcs1233/10/2022 - 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 lessltreuflorida1/30/2020Great 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 lessMrsDonahue1/15/2020Must 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
BDox8612/10/2018 - 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!DrCEB1/03/2021Absolutely Incredible Snowmobile Experience Blown away by this Snowmobile experience!! The quality of the machines, people, trails, and views are unmatched in the area.... read moreBlown away by this Snowmobile experience!! The quality of the machines, people, trails, and views are unmatched in the area. I told our shuttle driver/guide (Nathan) that it was my wife’s birthday and they surprised her at the yurt we stopped at with brownies, candles, and sparkling cider to toast with our group. Highly, highly recommended!!! read less
Happiness7749642/09/2023Tour guide Greg is the absolute best. Greg should get 6 out 5 stars. Super knowledgeable about the land and gave us a phenomenal tour. There were... read moreGreg should get 6 out 5 stars. Super knowledgeable about the land and gave us a phenomenal tour. There were multiple opportunities for breathtaking photos. Greg!!!!!!!!! read less
Noelle T4/20/2019 - 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 lesslakesarah12/17/2019Snowmobile 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 lesssuerU7783KC1/28/2020Wow, just wow! This was literally the best experience of my life. It was more than I ever imagined.Ask for Greg, he is... read moreThis was literally the best experience of my life. It was more than I ever imagined.Ask for Greg, he is an amazing guide read less
soli22012/13/2018 - 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
326manuelp1/31/2019Vail 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
raquelbaro11p12/02/2022A Must Do It was great fun going through the back country and the views were spectacular. Drew was a great guide, making... read moreIt was great fun going through the back country and the views were spectacular. Drew was a great guide, making sure we were all having a gr read lessSandra R1/01/2022