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
$240
Double
$360
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
$340
Double
$460
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
- 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 lesskattt53/01/20213 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
Beach14NC4/08/2019Snow 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 - 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 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
Vailfun12/29/2018Great Group/Family Experience March 2021
Great trip today with Vail Backcountry Tours! The company runs top grade ski doos and their tour guides (including... read moreMarch 2021
Great trip today with Vail Backcountry Tours! The company runs top grade ski doos and their tour guides (including the manager of the yurt,John) deliver a great experience. Shay led our group of 3 adults and 2 teens. She was professional, personable, & most concerned with making our ride enjoyable! read less5thquarter3/30/2021 - Family memories Amazing experience with our family snowmobiling with our guide, Troy! We had all ages 12-74! Thank you for for the memories.
cshepherd117712/31/2022Amazing day with Greg @ Vail Backcountry Snowmobile Tours!!! Amazing day with Greg @ Vail Backcountry Snowmobile Tours!!!
My family consists of 2 adults and two teens (16 & 19).... read moreAmazing day with Greg @ Vail Backcountry Snowmobile Tours!!!
My family consists of 2 adults and two teens (16 & 19). We did the 1/2 day tour & each drove our own machines.
We made memories that day! We all were stunned at the beauty we saw. Gorgeous!
Their van picked us up at the hotel and after a short drive, we were at their setup on the mountain. There, we were fitted with better boots (use them!) & helmets. They had water, restroom and some t-shirts for sale.
Greg was our guide and he was the absolute BEST! He was kind, patient and cautious. We felt safe at all times.
The tour length (1/2 day) was awesome for us as some tours we have done in the past have felt too short. This one was the perfect amount of time for our family. I think with younger kids, I would ask their opinion on best length. I guess it depends on your kiddos and how adventurous that are (it's cold!). Again, we LOVED every single moment & would do it all again in a heartbeat!
Halfway through our tour, we stopped @ the Yurt to warm up! So cute. The yurt provided us with a nice warm fire, some snacks (lemon bars! etc), warm drinks (cocoa! etc), chargers for phones and a restroom break (outhouse in the snow, ya'll, lol)! We took a few photos there, too. Everything was clean and cozy and we thought it was a fun experience!
Greg made sure to stop a few times throughout the tour so we could take pics. He even offered to take a few for us so we could have the whole family together. 🙂
Did I say the scenery is gorgeous!!! Breathtaking, really.
I highly recommend Vail Backcountry Tours & if you get Greg, he's just great!
Book it! read lesscarolann20172/26/2020Andrew If you are in or near Vail, this is a must do!! From the time we were picked up to... read moreIf you are in or near Vail, this is a must do!! From the time we were picked up to the time we left, this team was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Greg, was the best! read lessandrewpH6029JX2/05/2020 - 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 O1/26/2019Great Group/Family Experience March 2021 Great trip today with Vail Backcountry Tours! The company runs top grade ski doos and their tour guides... read moreMarch 2021 Great trip today with Vail Backcountry Tours! The company runs top grade ski doos and their tour guides (including the manager of the yurt,John) deliver a great experience. Shay led our group of 3 adults and 2 teens. She was professional, personable, & most concerned with making our ride enjoyable! read less5thquarter1/01/1970BEST TRIP EVER!! OH MY GOSH THIS TRIP WAS AMAZING! We've been on a snowmobile trip with this company before but our guide... read moreOH MY GOSH THIS TRIP WAS AMAZING! We've been on a snowmobile trip with this company before but our guide this time was just UNBELIEVABLE!! MARK BOUTIN!! The happiest, friendliest, most knowledgeable and fun guide we've ever had out of all of our Colorado tours!! He just made our families entire experience the best it could be! We went on trails that were magical and nothing like we had seen before! He was extremely safe too and made sure we all were! I pray he works for this company for a very long time so we can go on another adventure with him!! PERFECT PERFECT PERFECT!!! 🙂 read lessKimCCotravels3/24/2021 - Best snowmobile trip What great luck to have found this company for our snowmobile escapade. Skilled and knowledgeable staff members ensured that... read moreWhat great luck to have found this company for our snowmobile escapade. Skilled and knowledgeable staff members ensured that our every need was anticipated and met. From making sure that we stayed warm to offering warm shelter and snacks during a short respite, they took very good care of our group. We traveled with children that did not want to leave this adventure. Our guide was funny, but never, ever let us forget that safety was of utmost importance. This group will make sure that you get your moneys worth. read less
Nursedeb32/06/2019Great 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
wlbgehring12/19/2022So fun! It was great that Greg picked us up at our hotel and then was also our guide. It was nice... read moreIt was great that Greg picked us up at our hotel and then was also our guide. It was nice that the same person was with us the whole day. This was my second experience snow mobiling and this one was much better. The tour was great. It was a small group and we were able to go at a pace of our ability. It was really fun and safe. We would go back again! Everyone that worked in the organization was very friendly and kind. read lessLisalsl2/04/2021 - Fantastic 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 lessrbzoza12/01/2021This is a MUST DO if you come to Vail. We enjoyed a fabulous tour with Nathan Guild, who is a Professional Backcountry Guide. This is a first class operation.... read moreWe enjoyed a fabulous tour with Nathan Guild, who is a Professional Backcountry Guide. This is a first class operation. They pick you up at your hotel, get you dressed properly, and show you an awesome time. The machines are all new and in perfect working order. The snack/lunch break in the Yert was a total hit for everyone in the family. Great organization. read less
Matthew B12/29/2018Best 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 lessG3752MPjasond12/25/2019 - 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
TheTraveler01233/03/2019It 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 less201brandonk2/04/2021Experience 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 lessVailChic022/19/2020 - Amazing! The best experience on a vacation I have ever had! Hands down so fun, well ran operation! 100% do again!KrystleJ1712/13/2020Awesome 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 lessN5352FJlisaf5/08/2019GIRLS TRIP 2018 I found this company on trip advisor and we were overall pleased and had an awesome time with Greg. ... read moreI found this company on trip advisor and we were overall pleased and had an awesome time with Greg. Greg was knowledgeable about CO, the sites, and trails. The snow mobiles were very nice, the seats, handles, and even the thumb throttle were heated. Even though there wasn't much snow in the mountains, the trails they had groomed had a lot. The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of 5 is because we were all asked by Kerry to tip "the industry standard" of 20% at the beginning of the tour. We felt pressured to tip on the card and a certain amount before the tour had even started. Guides would receive more tips if checkout was at the end and not beginning. Overall, the tour was great, lunch exceeded our expectations, and the scenery was beautiful! read less
Allison M4/11/2018 - 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 R1/01/2022Favorite Experience from Vail Our family absolutely loved our afternoon snowmobiling with Vail BackCountry Tours. They pick you up right at your hotel accommodations.... read moreOur family absolutely loved our afternoon snowmobiling with Vail BackCountry Tours. They pick you up right at your hotel accommodations. Then take you in to get outfitted correctly. Although we felt prepared with our outerwear, they quickly gave us boots & jackets that were more appropriately suited to the cold weather that will be experienced. while riding. So do not worry if you didn't bring the right stuff. They have you covered. They do a great job going over snowmobiling instructions, and we all felt comfortable while at on the trail (one adult single driver, one 15yr old single driver - with permit, and 2 of us double riding). The snowmobiles even have heated handles which help to keep your hands warm the whole time (even for the 2nd rider). The trails were beautiful and of course made our kids from Florida very happy with all the snow that had recently accumulated. We did the 3+ hour tour with lunch. The lunch served at the yurt was delicious. We were welcomed into a warm yurt, which of course felt so good. The hot chocolate, hot apple cider were delicious. And the lunch with dessert hit the spot. The only thing is that I would have liked to have been able to stop a few additional times to take some pictures, as the scenery was absolutely breathtaking - especially maybe to those of us from Florida 🙂 We would most definitely book again on our next trip to Vail. It was one of the highlights of our trip for all 4 of us! read lessMike and Dina M1/26/2020INCREDIBLE - 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 - Adrenaline 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 lessgustavotX9690SD3/17/2020Vail 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 F12/23/2022Snowmobiling 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 K1/01/1970 - Best 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 lessYP00112/16/2020Snowmobile 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 lesssuerU7783KC1/28/2020Fantastic Experience!! Book it!! This is a must do for anyone visiting the area. We stayed in vail, got picked up at our hotel... read moreThis is a must do for anyone visiting the area. We stayed in vail, got picked up at our hotel by the our tour guide Greg in the VBT shuttle, ushered up to the office, quick check in, briefing and we were off into the most amazing back country!
Awesome trails, fun flat area track, plenty of fast paced riding, beautiful stops along the way including a warming hut with snacks and hot beverages AND we were lucky enough to see Moose along the way thanks to our awesome guide Greg. Make sure you request Greg if you can, he was great!
This trip was the highlight of our vail experience and we will do it again! read less913stuartp1/09/2021 - Amazing Views and Tour I absolutely loved this tour. We were in heaven. Greg was an amazing tour guide. He was friendly and catered... read moreI absolutely loved this tour. We were in heaven. Greg was an amazing tour guide. He was friendly and catered to everyone’s need during the tour. I highly recommend them. Ask for Greg for your tour. The lunch was amazing and the hot cocoa was like made from scratch. Not machine watered down like most places. Definitely worth the price. Can’t wait to go back. read lessDainiuris12/11/2019Fun 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 in Vail Vail backcountry snowmobile tour was an incredible time! Would highly recommend for anyone! Even as a rider it is a... read moreVail backcountry snowmobile tour was an incredible time! Would highly recommend for anyone! Even as a rider it is a great time! Beautiful views and the staff is so helpful at taking pictures and finding good views. Our tour guide was Chris Lee and he was awesome!
Seems a little pricey at first but it is TOTALLY worth it! read lesssarahashleyjohnson053/17/2021 - Awesome 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 a12/28/2018Great 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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326manuelp1/31/201910/10 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
jenniferbW4958LA3/18/2022 - Snowmobile tour A group of 5 friends did the tour at 8:30am on a Saturday. It was even better than we expected.... read moreA group of 5 friends did the tour at 8:30am on a Saturday. It was even better than we expected. The whole staff was really nice and the snow conditions were amazing. Whether you are looking for a safe and low key joy ride through the mountains, or trying to ride the throttle around some turns and on the track, this is the place to do it! We did the standard tour with grand touring ski doos, and next time we’ll probably do the high performance sleds. Greg was a great guide and when someone in our group got stuck in the powder twice, he was really nice and helped tow them out. Carrie was very responsive and helpful I’m getting everything scheduled too. The extra gear they have available for use was really nice too. I highly recommend this. It will be fun for everyone involved. read lessM9554XVtaylors12/14/2019The 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 lessGMoney05253/03/20202018 Maradona’s vacation Greg was our tour guide, make sure you ask for him. Super experience and fun. The luch was amazing... read moreGreg was our tour guide, make sure you ask for him. Super experience and fun. The luch was amazing up on the mountains. Worth every penny. Beautiful views. 100% percent satisfied. More read less
gloriamn10111/30/2018 - Fabulous Time!!! What a wonderful experience! Thank you Curtis for all the personal attention to detail and surroundings! Great customer... read moreWhat a wonderful experience! Thank you Curtis for all the personal attention to detail and surroundings! Great customer service, lovely lunch, fantabulous views and lifetime memories!!! ❤️❤️ read less
DrCEB12/23/201810/10 Amazing experience! Friendly and fun staff! Our guide, Nathan, made the tour special and unforgettable! The vistas were incredible and... read moreAmazing experience! Friendly and fun staff! Our guide, Nathan, made the tour special and unforgettable! The vistas were incredible and the wood trails were magical! read lessjenniferbW4958LA1/01/1970Exceeded 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 Setters12/01/2021 - Amazing 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
livingdeliciously3/27/2023Friendly 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-johnson1/27/2021Snowmobiling 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 - 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 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 D2/01/2022greg - 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 Rountree12/01/2021
- This truly is beautiful country After finally making our minds up and doing a little research, we decided to book a snowmobile tour with Vail... read moreAfter finally making our minds up and doing a little research, we decided to book a snowmobile tour with Vail Backcountry Tours. You get picked up by them. The driver actually was our tour guide so by the time the tour started, we were all comfortable with Greg R. Funny, witty, knowledgeable and friendly! We picked up other customers while we filled out and your typical waiver, and then were taken to their base camp where we were given special gear: boots (go a size higher than what you normally wear), and a helmet. We then walked to our snowmobile. Greg explained how the machine worked, how to turn (lean left or right to help it out), and some basic signals. Off we went up the hill. On the way you see some amazing views. It is bumpy so if you are in tandem (i.e. two per vehicle), the one in the back gets to feel most of the bumps. After some time we reached a valley where Greg let us loose. They had built a sort of race track where we were able to go full speed ahead! Next we went to more sightseeing. The best part? Going in between the trees! At certain areas, you could hit a tree limb simply by raising your hand. Making snow fall and maybe hitting your friends right behind you. At one point, we stopped at an area from where you can... After finally making our minds up and doing a little research, we decided to book a snowmobile tour with Vail Backcountry Tours.
You get picked up by them. The driver actually was our tour guide so by the time the tour started, we were all comfortable with Greg R. Funny, witty, knowledgeable and friendly!
We picked up other customers while we filled out and your typical waiver, and then were taken to their base camp where we were given special gear: boots (go a size higher than what you normally wear), and a helmet.
We then walked to our snowmobile. Greg explained how the machine worked, how to turn (lean left or right to help it out), and some basic signals.
Off we went up the hill. On the way you see some amazing views. It is bumpy so if you are in tandem (i.e. two per vehicle), the one in the back gets to feel most of the bumps. After some time we reached a valley where Greg let us loose. They had built a sort of race track where we were able to go full speed ahead!
Next we went to more sightseeing. The best part? Going in between the trees! At certain areas, you could hit a tree limb simply by raising your hand. Making snow fall and maybe hitting your friends right behind you.
At one point, we stopped at an area from where you can see Vail’s ski runs. Amazing!!
From there we went back to the valley where the race track was so we could have lunch inside an actual yurt! Food was really good considering you are in the middle of nowhere. We had chicken poblano soup, Mac and cheese and pulled pork. For dessert, lemon bars, chocolate chip cookies and brownies.
After lunch, we went around the area and then headed back to base.
Highly recommend the company and tour! More read less
ricardob7082/05/2019I've done many snowmobile tours in the Vail area over 10 years. This one is one of the best! I've done many tours by many companies in the past. Pretty much every year for over ten years, always... read moreI've done many tours by many companies in the past. Pretty much every year for over ten years, always around the middle of March. This tour is nice in that it's directly opposite the Vail ski mountain. Across I-70. It takes minutes to get to their pickup location. Compared to spending an hour or more in a shuttle as I've done with other companies. We chose to drive ourselves to the pickup location instead of using the free shuttle.
Our guide, Nathan Guild, was professional, knowledgeable, and fun!!! Frankly everyone we interacted with at Vail Backcountry Tours was very nice, from the pickup location driver to the woman in the base camp, to the assistant of our guide and the young lady managing the yurt that we stopped at mid-tour.
I highly recommend this company for beginners, advanced tours and families. I'll certainly do an advanced tour next year with Nathan! More read less
Michael S3/31/2019Fantastic Experience - Highly Recommended Great outing, transportation from the hotel was provided and quick and easy. Once we suited up (bring ski goggles and... read moreGreat outing, transportation from the hotel was provided and quick and easy. Once we suited up (bring ski goggles and a neck gaiter if you have them) we were ready to roll. Most from my group borrowed bibs and boots, and brought their own shells and insulation layers.
We did an afternoon tour, and rode back in the dark with headlights which was awesome. The sleds seem new and are very nice, and the tour guides are great. This was the highlight of a short trip to vail. read less
teCh00102/12/2019 - An Experience of a Lifetime! As a first time visitor to Vail, I had no idea what snowmobiling would entail. However, Paul our guide gave... read moreAs a first time visitor to Vail, I had no idea what snowmobiling would entail. However, Paul our guide gave us EXCEPTIONAL service and made the pick up, waiver signing, equipment getting, tour and drop off MARVELOUS. He is super personable and passionate about what he does. He truly made our day. The company in general has employed the most enthusiastic and polite people in the world. The services, amenities, hot chocolate, brownies, Apple cider and cookies in a warm heated tent half way through was an added plus. The trail and the grounds were VERY well kept and a sight to see. Don’t miss this on your next winter trip to Vail. read lessalyannab2/01/2022Rhode 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 less354coryb1/28/2021The Kennedy’s Greg was our guide and he was awesome, so helpful and knowledgeable. We’ve never ridden snowmobiles before, this was so... read moreGreg was our guide and he was awesome, so helpful and knowledgeable. We’ve never ridden snowmobiles before, this was so beautiful and tons of fun. We will definitely be back, but with the rest of the family! Thank you all for the fun!! read less
Stacey K1/03/2019 - Snowmobile paradise Great experience. Vail Backcountry Tours provided a top notch guide, views and machines. Will definately book a future tour!
Shelly J3/14/2022Wonderful Excursion We had a great 2 hour experience with our tour guide Nathan. Our 11 year old who rode with her... read moreWe had a great 2 hour experience with our tour guide Nathan. Our 11 year old who rode with her Dad had a blast. It was snowing hard and lots of powder. Nathan was really good about the pace and making sure everyone was comfortable and having fun. Great experience! read less
Vbhusky2/16/2019Safe 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 lesskattt51/01/1970 - Snowmobile Adventure We had so much fun riding with Paul. He was a great guide and very knowledgeable. I would... read moreWe had so much fun riding with Paul. He was a great guide and very knowledgeable. I would recommend Vail Backcountry Tours to anyone who visits Vail! read lesslandonm7682/07/2021Liked 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
Bigcityeater3/05/2019Family tour with Mark Boutin We've been on this tour before. It's always a great time and very beautiful. Today was our best one yet.... read moreWe've been on this tour before. It's always a great time and very beautiful. Today was our best one yet. Mark Boutin was our guide and he was awesome. He took the time to talk about different animal tracks we saw and types of wildlife in the mountains. He also showed us different landmarks and told stories about them. He clearly loves what he does and we had fun with him. The snowmobiles are brand new and very comfortable too. This company is by far the best out there. … read lessstevewQ2979EE3/01/2021 - Awesome afternoon We had a really great time even with riders of varying comfort levels in the family. Chris made it fun... read moreWe had a really great time even with riders of varying comfort levels in the family. Chris made it fun and easy for everyone. We can't wait to come back! read lessCourtney M12/26/2019Superb family 2 hours tour My husband called before booking and the lady was very friendly in answering all his questions. I was a bit... read moreMy husband called before booking and the lady was very friendly in answering all his questions. I was a bit apprehensive as we were traveling our three and a half year old. All of our questions were answered and this adventure was one of the very best our family experienced. David our tour guide was absolutely phenomenal, very kind, courteous, and mindful of the team assigned to him. He gave us a lot of history background during the trip and it was great for my oldest child who loves history.
We are looking forward to returning, God willing. read less
570dee2/15/2019Incredible 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 - Excellent tour safe for beginners We recently went on a two hour ride with Vail Backcountry Tours. The staff was super friendly and our guide... read moreWe recently went on a two hour ride with Vail Backcountry Tours. The staff was super friendly and our guide Greg was excellent. The tour provided beautiful views of the mountains, unique trails and an adrenaline rush. We will be back. read less
mattm8222/10/2019Snowmobile paradise Great experience. Vail Backcountry Tours provided a top notch guide, views and machines. Will definately book a future tour!Shelly J1/01/1970The BEST Snowmobile Service Hospitality, service & safety was of the highest quality. My original thought was that the price was high. BUT, the... read moreHospitality, service & safety was of the highest quality. My original thought was that the price was high. BUT, the Shuttle service from door-to-door, equipment included [Helmet, snowmobile, pants, boots] basically anything you may have forgotten lol, was well worth the price!! PAUL, our tour guide was exceptional. He not only made sure we were fully informed of all of the safety protocols and hand signals, but also helped our experience with GREAT energy, smiles, laughs and a welcoming spirit. Me and my girlfriend will be bringing our ENTIRE family on the next trip to Colorado and we will be repeat customers with Vail BackCountry Tours !!
Thank You for an incredible experience
-LaRoyce Davis
Washington, DC read less
LDavis01032/17/2022 - Best 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
332derickp2/20/2023Snowmobiling Fun Our family (7 of us) enjoyed a guided tour by Beau. It was terrific from start to finish. Jeremy and... read moreOur family (7 of us) enjoyed a guided tour by Beau. It was terrific from start to finish. Jeremy and Carrie were so welcoming and it was obvious they wanted our family to have a great experience.
They helped outfit us with all the right equipment and before any of us sat down on the snowmobiles, they gave us great instructions about safety
It was so much fun. The views were amazing. Everyone had a great morning tour, which ended with a visit with a trip to their Yert for a warm drink and snacks before heading back down to base camp.
I would not hesitate to do this again! We all agree it was a great time. More read less
WIwonder12/23/2018Great backcountry experience for the family! This is a top notch operator. They picked us up from home is a very nice shuttle, brought us... read moreThis is a top notch operator. They picked us up from home is a very nice shuttle, brought us up the Piney Lake rd to get situated. They even had snow boots for those of us not properly shod. Lol. Our guide, Greg, was super! Charming, welcoming and just great. He taught us the ropes and showed us a great time. Thanks Greg! read lesskarenlR2433PE12/21/2019 - Must Visit Tour We were a group of 4 and the experience was OUTSTANDING. From the customer service to the tour guide this... read moreWe were a group of 4 and the experience was OUTSTANDING. From the customer service to the tour guide this is a definite tour to put on your list.
The tour up and down the mountain was amazing; we had an awesome time.
Thanks to the staff and our guide at Vail Backcountry Tours for making this a great experience. read less
BDox8612/10/2018Great 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 F12/29/2018Beaver 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
patriciamA6011ZX2/11/2023