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 just your group and your own private backcountry guide. 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
Per Group
Additional $600
Private Van
Additional $400
Private Guide
Additional $400
Provided for each tour: Transportation, boots, suits, helmets and a professional Vail Backcountry guide
- It takes a special kind of person Hospitality, no matter the business model, it’s about guest experience. This tour group knows how to cater to your group.... read moreHospitality, no matter the business model, it’s about guest experience. This tour group knows how to cater to your group. Mark and Nathan are excellent guides. See you all next year! read less201brandonk2/04/2021Awesome snow mobile experience - top notch Killer 2 hour tour with our guide, Greg. Beautiful views, a stop for hot drinks and snacks, this company provided... read moreKiller 2 hour tour with our guide, Greg. Beautiful views, a stop for hot drinks and snacks, this company provided a top notch experience when it came to safety and enjoyment. Highly recommended! read lesselsce4212/07/2019Snow mobiling Greg was an amazing guide, top notch company! The best way to see Vail and the surrounding area!!!
So fun!!!!
shelly g2/02/2019 - 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 lessTraveling4Broz2/26/2021Mark 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 less329tannerw3/21/2021Amazing! Amazing tour!! Greg, our tour guide, was outstanding!! Views were breathtaking! One of the highlights of our vacation tvaldesn12/01/2021 - Fun snowmobile tour with greg We did a snowmobile tour in late season. Snow was still very good. Machines are nice. ... read moreWe did a snowmobile tour in late season. Snow was still very good. Machines are nice. Tour was Lots of fun, beautiful views. Must do in Vail. Greg was great! read less
Christian R4/04/2018Must 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 lessjamisonpendlum2/22/2020You 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 lesserinmG1023TB1/08/2021 - 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
shayjade114/12/2019Great 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
I9965FUgregw12/05/2022Outstanding 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 - Fantastic 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 B12/01/2021The 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
- 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
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Jonathan O1/26/2019Adrenaline 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 lessgustavotX9690SD3/17/2020Amazing snowmobile experience What an amazing experience! Vail Backcountry Tours picked us up from our hotel promptly at the agreed upon time in... read moreWhat an amazing experience! Vail Backcountry Tours picked us up from our hotel promptly at the agreed upon time in a clean and spacious van. Beau our tour guide drove us to the office where we were given everything we needed to safely and warmly snowmobile. The office was very clean and all the employees were so kind and accommodating . When it was time to start the tour I wanted to quit. They encourage me and finally offered to ride as a passenger with Beau. Best decision !! I loved the scenic drive while my daughter loved the experience of driving the snowmobile . Highly recommend !! read less
livingdeliciously3/27/2023 - 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 K1/01/1970Best 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 lessYP00112/16/2020The 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 lessGGGreek1/01/2022
- 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 favorite! read lessKathleen M3/23/2021Safe 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 lesskattt53/01/2021Awesome experience! Greg was an awesome guide! He made us feel comfortable on the snowmobiles - it was our first time and... read moreGreg was an awesome guide! He made us feel comfortable on the snowmobiles - it was our first time and definitely not our last! He took us on a spectacular tour! It was gorgeous and so much fun! My kids loved it and so did my husband and I! I highly recommend this company. They are very organized and professional. read lessRaylina3/20/2021
- Snowmobile paradise Great experience. Vail Backcountry Tours provided a top notch guide, views and machines. Will definately book a future tour!
Shelly J3/14/2022Friendly 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-johnson1/27/2021Kicks skiing out of the park!!!! We only experienced snowmobiling with Nathan, but we wouldn’t have had it any other way. We took a double snowmobile... read moreWe only experienced snowmobiling with Nathan, but we wouldn’t have had it any other way. We took a double snowmobile for two hours at the later time. They came right to our hotel at the vail Marriott, picked us up, took us up the mountain and thoroughly taught us how to snowmobile safely and effectively. Great surprise was having the little hut with desserts and different beverages!! Will probably start snowmobiling more than skiing from now on when In vail!!! Thanks Nathan and co.! read less
Sina M1/07/2019 - Exceeded expectations! What an amazing experience, amazing views and Nathan our guide was exceptional. Being from Texas and not having much experience... read moreWhat an amazing experience, amazing views and Nathan our guide was exceptional. Being from Texas and not having much experience on snowmobiles, Nathan made us feel comfortable from the start. He adjusted our trip as we became more comfortable. I would recommend fo read lessJet Setters12/01/2021Absolutely 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
Happiness7749642/09/2023Rhode 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 less354coryb1/28/2021 - 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 lessstevewQ2979EE3/01/2021Great Snowmobiling Experience My husband and I went on the Vail Back Country tour with Greg. It was our first time snowmobiling and... read moreMy husband and I went on the Vail Back Country tour with Greg. It was our first time snowmobiling and it was so much fun! The Scenery was beautiful and the stop at the Yurt was nice for a hot drink and snack. Greg made our tour simply by being so knowledgeable but also a nice, fun guy! Our experience was awesome! read less
Vailfun12/29/2018Awesome 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 D2/20/2019 - amazing this is an amazing experience. BUT greg our guide was even better. 10/10 recommend. ASK FOR GREG. He’s the beReese R12/01/2021Best/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 E12/27/2022Snowmobiling 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 S12/28/2018 - 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
adanza2/19/2023Family 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 less363matthewy1/01/2020Best 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
332derickp2/20/2023 - 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 lessGoPlaces5324141/01/2022Awesome afternoon We had a really great time even with riders of varying comfort levels in the family. Chris made it fun... read moreWe had a really great time even with riders of varying comfort levels in the family. Chris made it fun and easy for everyone. We can't wait to come back! read lessCourtney M12/26/2019Unforgettable 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 lessjpk2/01/2022
- 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 less
jenniferbW4958LA3/18/2022Once 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
rabbit106012/31/2022Fantastic snow mobile tour Great family activity for non-skiers! Tons of fun with a variety of trails and a solid 2 hours of riding.... read moreGreat family activity for non-skiers! Tons of fun with a variety of trails and a solid 2 hours of riding. Nathan was an awesome guide who knows how to keep everyone safe and comes across as an expert. Nathan picked us up promptly at the Westin Beavercreek and dropped us off after the tour, cost included in the tour so no extra fees here. They also offer flexibility on the dropoff in case you want to go somewhere else after the tour! Boots and jackets included in the tour, goggles rent for $10 but all equipment is in great shape and the team helps to ensure everyone has the right stuff before takeoff. Great job to the entire staff, will definitely return! read lessrbzoza12/01/2021 - 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 F12/29/2018Snowmobile 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 lessFamilyLittle312/16/2019Snowmobiling 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 R12/13/2022 - 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
swa1ton12/11/2018Experience the fun! If you’ve never been to Piney; do it in the winter with Vail Backcountry! There is so many picturesque... read moreIf you’ve never been to Piney; do it in the winter with Vail Backcountry! There is so many picturesque moments- oh yeah- The Snowmobiling is Epic as well. The Vail Backcountry Team is friendly and fun. Safety is their priority. Our guide, Chris, was exceptional. Riding the miles of groomed trails was safe, fun and especially loved by my 9 y.o. A stop at the Yurt for some chocolate and cookies was a great addition to the tour.
The snowmobiles are in superb shape, have heated handles and comfortable for driver and passenger. Excellent service, amazing snowmobiling, and amazing views. read lessVailChic022/19/2020Awesome 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 - 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
wlbgehring12/19/2022Great 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 lessMrsDonahue1/15/2020Amazing! The best experience on a vacation I have ever had! Hands down so fun, well ran operation! 100% do again!KrystleJ1712/13/2020 - 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
TLBB151/15/2023Great 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
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326manuelp1/31/2019Snowmobile 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 lesslandonm7682/07/2021 - 5 Star Experience! My family was in town for the recent holiday and had such a great time on our tour with Drew!... read moreMy family was in town for the recent holiday and had such a great time on our tour with Drew! The weather was beautiful and the views from the tour are amazing! We loved the stop at the yurt - what a cool way to experience the backcountry. We will definitely be back on a tour next time we are in town! read less
Jackie D1/26/2019greg - the best guide!!! beautiful scenery and we had a great guide, ask for greg!!! he was a lot of fun, very friendly, and... read morebeautiful scenery and we had a great guide, ask for greg!!! he was a lot of fun, very friendly, and made the experience the best! the snow mobiles were easy to use and greg made sure we felt comfortable with them. he wanted us to have the best experience and be able to go super fast! everyone who works here was super friendly, and made sure we had the right boots/helmet/equipment. 12/10 recommend!! ask for greg!!!! read lessSydney Rountree12/01/2021SO FREAKING AWESOME Greg was AMAZING!! He was so friendly and made this a great first time experience. My hands were cold and... read moreGreg was AMAZING!! He was so friendly and made this a great first time experience. My hands were cold and he even went as far to lend me his gloves. My cousins recommended you guys and we are so happy we listened! Greg was so very kind and even took a few of us back to the Vail transportation center, us Texans appreciate it! See y’all next year! read lessselenaa63012/20/2020 - Best Excursion in Vail, CO! I visited Vail Backcountry Tours on Christmas 2019, and it was one of the most exciting things I’ve ever done!... read moreI visited Vail Backcountry Tours on Christmas 2019, and it was one of the most exciting things I’ve ever done! We had an awesome tour guide named Greg who made our group laugh the entire time. He was great/safe with the kids in our group, but also kept up an exciting speed for the more daring snow mobilers. He also took us off the beaten path onto single trails that cut through the beautiful alpine forest. Definitely ask for GREG, he’s the best! In the middle of your excursion, the guide takes the group to a “yurt” that’s warm and full of snacks and drinks like coffee and hot coco. I can’t recommend this trip enough! It’s a must-do for anyone vacationing in Vail or the surrounding mountains. read lessG3752MPjasond12/25/2019Great 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 less5thquarter3/30/2021Wonderful! 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 - A 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 R1/01/2022This 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
ricardob7082/05/2019Amazing! We loved it! Nathan is a great tour guide too. You don't want to miss this snowmobiling tour! Highly recommend!RachaelInRealLife3/04/2021 - Amazing 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
susanaU7230II2/20/2023Snowmobiles 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_MM12/29/2018Great 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 V12/29/2018 - 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 lessakuyoth3/29/2021Fantastic Adventure! We went on the two hour tour this past weekend. It was awesome! Our guide, Nathan, did a great job... read moreWe went on the two hour tour this past weekend. It was awesome! Our guide, Nathan, did a great job of explaining to the whole group of six (all first-timers) how to operate the snowmobiles and how to communicate with one another before we left. The views and trails were gorgeous! The stop at the yurt for snacks, drinks, and bathrooms was appreciated. Nathan truly maximized every minute of our two hours to make sure we had a great experience. I was very nervous to do this, but now look forward to going back and snowmobiling again. read less
hdt31/22/2019Incredible 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 lessmauifishing3/15/2021 - SO MUCH FUN We were a group of 8 - so we were our own party. It was awesome. We were... read moreWe were a group of 8 - so we were our own party. It was awesome. We were outfitted with suits, helmets and goggles. Explanation of snow mobiles was easy. The views were amazing and the hot cider and chocolate at the yurt were yummy. Very fun racing around the track and opening it up in the meadow. One of the best things we have ever done. Wanted to go back but they were booked. Don't think about it - just do it - so much fun. read lesscrcfhrules1/05/2020Snowmobiling 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 lessbthompson31/12/2020Wonderful Experience! We had an amazing experience with Vail Backcountry Tours. I bought a gift certificate for a two hour tandem snowmobile... read moreWe had an amazing experience with Vail Backcountry Tours. I bought a gift certificate for a two hour tandem snowmobile trip back in 2017. We just had time to get around to a tour on March 2nd and it was everything and more. The scheduling process was so efficient and they had no problem applying the gift certificate. We were provided with detailed information weeks out from the trip and always had great communication. The actual trip was nothing less than spectacular. Every step of the process is simple, easy and planned which is so nice. The driving terrain and scenery were absolutely perfect. The staff was kind, funny and made you feel like you belonged in the crew. Greg was our guide and he was awesome! Not to mention that the snowmobiles were in top condition and have the best hand warmers for the driver and passengers. We will absolutely come back and have another go around! More read less
Carly V3/03/2019