We decided to do the lantern tour with Gail! She was AMAZING!! She was super funny, talked to us…read moreindividually and made the entire experience worthwhile. You have to step down some short passageways but it really was not anything crazy. Got to see some spirits and it was overall and epic time. Thank you Gail for everything and I hope that everyone gets her as a tour guide.

Ben was wonderful! such a cool experience esp for visiting family. worth the money for sure!read more

Sometimes things just work out for a reason…read more I originally booked my hot air balloon ride with another local company (who kept my friend and I in suspense about whether or not we actually had a reservation because they were waiting to see if more people would book their tour). We found Adventures Out West on Viator and were not only able to book with them right away, but also get an immediate confirmation for our reservation. The only frustrating thing is that when booking through Viator, it requires a minimum of 2 people in order to book the reservation. I'm normally a solo traveler but fortunately I had a friend who wanted to do this excursion as well... But something to keep in mind if you are a solo traveler. You may want to reach out to the company directly to see if you can book as a party of one. The meeting place is about an hour drive from Denver. My friend and I left before dawn and made it to the meeting point by sunrise. Everybody on the team was friendly, energetic and welcoming even at such an ungodly hour. On the ride over to the departure site, they gave us a quick overview of what to expect as well as a safety briefing then we waited for them to unpack and inflate the balloon. After about 45 minutes we were ready to go. I am glad that I did this trip with a friend because it's close quarters in the basket. The basket has several compartments that each hold two people, bus compartments for the fuel tanks and another for the pilot. It's barely enough space in the compartment to turn around, so if you're going by yourself you're going to get to know a stranger VERY well by the end of the ride. The ride itself was absolutely wonderful. It was a calm, breathtaking glide across Colorado Springs. We drifted over the Colorado Springs Airport and got to watch an airplane take off right in front of us. We were about 2,000 ft up, so we were also able to see some of the local wildlife running around as we floated. It was a beautifully peaceful ride. The ground team was supposed to meet us at our landing site but unfortunately they got stuck in a ditch (we could see them from the air). They radioed the pilot of the hot air balloon (T-Dogg) to let him know what was going on and he handled the experience like the consummate professional. Our 40-60 minute ride ended up being almost 2 hours while T-Dogg figured out where to land. He kept us informed of the situation, let us know what his plan was, and never at any time did we feel uncomfortable or unsafe. Ultimately we ended up landing in the driveway of the Pikes Peak outdoor gun club. It was an adventure for everyone involved, as members drove around our massive hot air balloon to enter or exit the venue, snapping pictures and video as they went. The landing was astonishingly gentle. I expected a much more jarring experience but we touched down so softly, then gently bounced a few inches off the ground before coming to a full stop. Another testament to T-Dogg's skill as a pilot. Unfortunately the ground crew was unable to get themselves unstuck, so the staff were able to coordinate ground transportation from another vehicle in their fleet: A modified Jeep that thankfully had space for all of us. We ride by the ditch where the ground team was stuck, picked up all of our items and then headed back to the meeting point where we were welcomed back with some wonderful refreshments including mini muffins and cinnamon rolls, fruit and cheese, as well as a champagne toast, which is an integral part of the hot air balloon experience so you don't want to miss that. This has been a bucket list item for me for a while and I cannot imagine having a better experience than I did with Adventures Out West.

This is a review of the Garden of the Gods Foothills jeep tour. Walked in the Garden of the Gods…read moreVisitor Center and was offered this tour. Since we had the time, we said might as well try it. It was the end of February. Even though it was winter, that day was nice and temperature was not too cold. However, there were parts of the tour where the wind was strong and constantly hitting your face. If you're not wearing sunglasses or anything to protect your eyes, it would be difficult to appreciate the sights, not to mention the wind chill. Glad I brought my gloves. The seats were heated and there's a wool blanket available. The first part of the tour was Garden of the Gods. There were 10 people on this tour. We went around the Garden of the Gods and our tour guide showed us several features and shared interesting facts/stories throughout. We stopped a few times at the Garden of the Gods but you would not stop to go down and have pictures/selfies taken. This was disappointing to me; it would have been better if we did. After this part, only 4 of us remained for the foothills part of the tour. We passed through Cheyenne Canyon and went up to Helen Hunt Falls where we stopped, went down and had some opportunity to take photos and get close to the falls. After this, we went further into the railroad tunnels. The entire tour including the Garden of the Gods one took about 2 hours. Though the view was gorgeous up there, the second part of the tour was underwhelming to me. The Garden of the Gods was beautiful but you could do a tour on your own, take your sweet time, stop, go down, and take your own pictures. Overall, the tour was okay; I do not think it's worth the $100 though.

Absolutely upset because we didn't get to experience this as it was close . It was supposed to be…read moreopen, ‍, but it was in a very small place behind a car shop , very sketchy

Amazing!! Amazing!! Amazing!! If you have children and visiting Colorado Springs this is a must!!…read moreMy kiddos had a blast, along with my husband. They have put much thought into this establishment and it is well thought out from beginning to end. I would highly recommend you upgrade your guns like our family did. It's $10 each upgrade and well worth it. The employees were all nice and very well knowledgeable on the property. Thank you guys for such a wonderful time!

We've done 2 different fantastic adventures with Broadmoor Outfitters…read more Last fall the cog up and bike down with Rome and Ryan was a blast! They were funny, attentive and kept us safe! Not too many people can say they rode a bike down America's mountain! Yesterday we did the falconry experience and wow...how cool and beautiful to see the birds up close and learn a out them. Deanne and Nicole were great to work with. Taking pictures and answering all of the questions. This company is top notch! I would highly recommend trying any of the adventures they offer! Plus, of course, being on the Broadmoor property always feels special.

Try the Falconry class, it is an amazing experience in a beautiful setting with great trainers and…read moreinstructors.

Great experience! I had an amazing time zip lining and couldn't have asked for a better experience…read more The tour guides, Decklyn, Mattix, and Jackson did a fantastic job explaining everything clearly and made sure we felt safe and confident every step of the way. Their communication was excellent, and they kept the whole group engaged and comfortable throughout the tour. All three of them had awesome personalities and brought such great energy and vibes, which made the entire trip even more enjoyable. I'm already wanting to go back and bring my kids. Highly recommend this experience; it was fun, well-organized, and unforgettable thanks to such a great team!

Rafting::: Had an…read moreabsolute blast with Luke on our half-day gorge extravaganza! ‍ Starting with safety first, Luke quickly realized we were ready for not just a family adventure, but the paddle of a lifetime! From history lessons to hilarious jokes and endless encouragement, Luke felt like just one more member of our crazy family! Even the ride in the van was a hoot, thanks to Josie! He made going over the safety rules checklist fun and easy to remember. Also, Hank, Henry, or was it Harry? Who knows! But the photographer captured all our fun and chaos along the way. This adventure is definitely saved to the top of my list for my next trip out! Zipline::: 1-2-3, ready, zip! Today's afternoon adventure was packed with excitement, featuring hikes with no cactus grabs, Bob's wonderful splits, and Zoe's tree touches, all with a side of zipping through Mongoose Valley! If it weren't for Gabe, we wouldn't have any evidence of our epic adventure! This is a fantastic first-time course, complete with a practice round before you tackle the real deal. And get your bets ready because you'll have the chance to battle it out on the zip line with a person of your choosing. May the odds be ever in your favor! What else can I say but just do it! Take the leap off a wooden stand, soak in the stunning views of the gorge and valley, and enjoy the camaraderie of the zip-on!

Went here during a crafting event a couple weeks ago and had an absolute blast. I admittedly had no…read moreidea this business was here, nor that there was anywhere in the city to do tie dye. Color me surprised when we showed up here. The process was explained at length and was super easy! There were numerous colors, and help any time it was needed. My friends and I had so much fun that we'll be coming back soon. I have a date planned to come on my birthday and dye a jumper. Highly recommend if you love crafting and even if you don't. It's easy and fun.

Holly and Matty are so knowledgeable and great to work with. Tie dye is such a fun way to connect…read morewith your people and remember not everything is going to go exactly as planned! Captain Drips is the perfect place to bring friends and family for any type of celebration or event. I wish I could hang there all the time!! Great vibes, amazing people, and affordable prices.

Absolutely fantastic experience with AVA - 5 stars! I've been white water rafting all over Colorado…read morefor years, and this is by far the best company I've ever gone through. They are truly 5 stars in customer service, safety, and overall experience. The staff was incredibly helpful and welcoming from start to finish. They went over safety instructions thoroughly, which made everyone feel comfortable and prepared--especially the beginners in our group. Our guide, Chris, made our rafting experience so much fun! He was patient, enthusiastic, and clearly very skilled--he made sure everyone, from first-timers to experienced rafters, had a great time. The entire team was professional, accommodating, and clearly passionate about what they do. We had an absolute blast, and I'm already planning to come back a few more times this summer. Highly recommended! The only downside was the booking process--the website isn't very user-friendly, and I ran into issues several times trying to reserve our trip online. I ended up calling, and thankfully the staff made the reservation quickly and easily over the phone, and I was able to pay that way without a problem. Please PLEASE do some work to the website!

Me and my family had a great experience on our vacation Our…read moretour person Mike was cool and being from our hometown made us feel even safer

I went zip lining for the first time here (out of peer pressure), but ended up having the time of…read moremy life. I was SO nervous, but Elena and Kevin made the experience so fun and safe. We took a shuttle to a little hiking trail, got fitted with gear, went over safety and even had a little training zip we got to do to prepare. The experience consisted of 6 courses, I believe, progressively getting longer and higher off of the ground. We had to walk across this crazy suspension bridge to access the last 2, which added to the thrill. Adrenaline was pumping through my body the entire time and it was such a fun experience! You end at 7 falls and can take a shuttle back to your car. The views were incredible and it's an amazing way to soak up the beauty of Colorado Springs. I would highly recommend zip lining here and highly recommend going with Elena and Kevin!

My wife and I were in Colorado Springs visiting some friends. On Friday 4/2 day we decided to visit…read more7 Falls (breathtaking and beautiful!!) . As we went thru the park we couldn't help but notice the Zip lines criss crossing the park. We kept hearing voices hooting and hollering in the air as they flew thru the air. It looked like so much fun I told my wife I wanted to do it. We were leaving for home the next day, but were able to book a 10 am "Woods" tour of 5 Zips. From start to finish, the experience was amazing. I had never been on a zipline and was a bit nervous. From the park looking up, the platforms looks so high and tiny perched on the edge of the canyon walls. The check in people at the Broadmoor were very pleasant and professional. My guides were Carl and Riley. They were very patient, encouraging and fun, They explained everything very well. You start out with a small practice zip to get you familiar with the process and then the Zips are progressive, from short to long. Words cannot express the fun and excitement of Zip Lining. The area is so beautiful. Being in the forest and looking down and around as you fly thru the air is something I will never forget. There was still a good bit of ice on the steam, which made the view even more special. Carl and Riley made what I had been nervous about into a fun, and adrenaline filled event. By Zip #5 (our highest and longest) I was comfortable and wished i had been able to book the Combo course of 10 Zips and 2 Suspension Bridges. I cant wait to go back and do the Combo course. This was Bucket list worthy, Definitely an experience of a lifetime

Seven Falls was absolutely, positively beautiful in every way. Words can't even describe it, but…read morehopefully these photos can convince you. Seven Falls started out with a semi-short shuttle ride to the actual scenery. From there, it just got more amazing. I understand how the steps could be strenuous for many, and it definitely wasn't easy, but a little stop to catch your breath is provided about midway through. I saw a couple people who didn't feel up to finishing the steps stopping at the rest point, taking some photos, and coming back down. The views were still stunning from that height. Heck, they're stunning from any height or viewpoint. There was also a little shop with delicious popsicles located before the steps. Clean bathrooms along the way as well. It all just seemed very well-thought-out. This was also partially due to the employees, who were all very helpful and pleasant. To put it simply, Seven Falls has it all-it's beautiful, clean, and unique. Amazing in every aspect, stunning from every angle. I felt immersed in the mountainscape from the first step out of that shuttle.

A great focal point of the western United States. When in Colorado Springs, Seven Falls is a stop…read morenot to be overlooked equal in majesty to Pikes Peak or Garden of the Gods. Immense is the intrigue created by the rushing water that has carved out this wonderful box canyon seemingly since the beginning of time. While referred to as the grandest mile of scenery in Colorado - with the road, walkways and trails above the falls you can easily log a full day's worth of hiking miles. When you're ready for a break, the rainbow trout at 1858 is better than any comparable dish you'll find in Aspen or Vail. As one of the great outdoor experiences in Colorado, Seven Falls is sure to awe and inspire the senses AND the tastebuds.