Had a wonderful day with Greg our guide. My wife and I have…read morebeen on many four by four trips, but this was by far the best. The pass are wide and safe. You see everything from open planes to tall mountain views. We got to ninety six hundred feet elevation from seventy five hundred feet,the starting point. Dust on the paths were doable with no issues. The helmets and face mask, as well as eye protection, were provided and worked awesome. Craig, the owner is very welcoming and does a super job running his company. I had a problem with my phone service. And he loaned me his phone for over an hour till I got my problem resolved. Way beyond the call of duty.

Absolutely beautiful and our guide Pete was fantastic as he did a wonderful job explaining the area…read moreto us. The trail was not busy and we even saw a pheasant and a mule deer along the ride. We got to experience the resident sheep that graze the area. UTV's that we road were very new and I only think we were riders number 4 or 5 in these razor's we took out. Would definitely do it again and would recommend everyone to check this facility out. Above & Beyond 4X4 Guides for the win!!!!!

We went on a 4 hour trip with Scott today. He was super great with the 3 kids in our group helping…read moreus all catch salmon and trout, which we're making for dinner tonight! He was super knowledgeable about the area and Lake Dillon. Would recommend!

Amy our ice fishing guide was amazing! Helpful and so much fun. Will absolutely be back next time…read morewe vacation here.

Solid experience with Stand Up Paddle. We needed to rent additional paddleboard for our group of 6,…read moreso looked them up, reserved one quickly and headed down for a 9 am slot on Saturday. Couldn't have been any easier as was on the water in minutes to meet up with my friends who jump on the lake from the boat ramp. They had free lockers to keep your backpack in + free waterproof bags in case you wanted to take your phone with you or any other valuable. Was a perfect calm morning and Dylan was great helping take the board in once we were done. Glad we chose them as we were sure which part of the lake to rent from or where to go, being from out of town. Sure you might have more islands to paddle around if rented on the Frisco side, but we loved being the only ones around in the late morning and had a great time paddling across to the shore + down and around the first inlet. Couldn't have been happier + 2 hrs gives you a lot more time that you think. Plenty of time. A quick reminder that the rental shack is at the end of the marina after you walk past the public restrooms and other little shops.

Had a beautiful afternoon on Lake Dillon. Amazing views! Camille was very friendly helping us with…read moregear and safety rules. After about an hour and a half of paddling around we realized we had taken a wrong turn and were trying to paddle into strong winds when they showed up in their boat, loaded us and the kayaks up and drove us back to headquarters. A great experience.

Owners (Don & his son) were accommodating and thorough getting our group of 5 ready to ride! The…read morePolaris vehicles were well equipped with GPS mapping tech and group chat communication abilities. This came in very handy with multiple drivers. The suspension was excellent and provided a comfortable ride even through some of the more aggressively rocky areas. The owners also took time to review route options. At the end we received a discount pass to enjoy a hot soak in the hot springs (the magnesium pools were very healing sore muscles from previous day hiking trip)! Thanks for making our last full day memorable :-)

We stayed in silverthorne for Christmas and wanted to do a fun family activity so we found Summit…read morePowersports! Don Smith is the owner and was very fast on responding via text! He was easy to coordinate with. We had a wonderful time. It consists of a 4 hour ordeal but this includes when you leave the premises to transport the trailer with the snowmobiles to the location which was about 15-18 minutes. You then unload yourself and it is an unguided tour. The views were amazing and beautiful. We even stopped in a town called Red Cliff to have some alcohol beverages, hot chocolate and food that Don suggested! It was great! We will be back next year with another set of friends and family to try !

I highly recommend Alpine Kayak ! Kyle and the team are…read moresuper awesome. I have paddled with them for a couple years now. And highly recommend. guides "Forest" and "Matt" Your point of entry is their website and soon you'll be talking to the lead manager, Kyle who makes the whole process very easy and is happy to tailor design to specific needs of the individual or group. Whether you are an absolute beginner or an advanced kayaker who has not paddle the Colorado company this company has something for everybody For the beginner, they have amazing lessons and safety training and for more advanced paddlers, they have can take you down challenging river runs It's also the "complete package" --they have all the equipment all the logistics worked out . you just show up at their place in Edwards and they take care of everything and then bring you back to the point of origin. The drive to most places where you put in boats on the river are 30 to 40 minute drive so very close to the Vail area and convenient. A recent trip with " Matt " was one of the best I've had in which we had both experienced and beginners in our crew and Matt catered to every level as we went down the river and provided great river training skills and even acted as "photographer" for the trip . If you are looking to get out on the water as one of your activities in the Vail area, check out Alpine Kayak!

Great customer service and very knowledgeable white water staff and guides. All levels welcome.read more

We went for a summer post COVID family trip with boys and girls between 9-13 YO, rented the Honda…read moreTalon UTV ($400 half day, $600 full day), took the well explained instructions to load and unload the UTV from the trailer, we drove the trailer with a Ford Expedition provided by them (worth mentioning our other party was driving a FJ and there was a few other Pick up trucks) this created a double experience since the children were really excited on the 30 min driving to get to the recommended park. The UTV is in great shape, easy to drive, AT/MT, 4x4 or 2x4... super fun, after the trailer assembly was easy to secure and transportation back to Carlos, who received us back, checked the vehicles and helmets provided (they were sanitized BTW). At the end we took a few pictures since the whole experience was worth a detailed review. Keep up with fair prices, great customer service and quality equipment

Book with caution. Some advertised claims are not accurate, and you may be on your own. Summary of…read moreour experience in late Sept 2024: We reserved a 2 person Honda Talon S2 ATV the day prior and a follow up text was provided. I let the business know we were new to the area and just wanted an easy trail to see the fall colors. I was assured that the trail recommended was a good fit and they said maps and waypoints would be provided (also stated on the website). We arrived 10 min before the appointment time (7:30 AM) and there was no one there. I texted the owner and then they sent someone who arrived just before 8:00 AM. The employee (Christian) would not provide us any maps or waypoints for the recommended trail. He said it was simple to navigate, well-marked and no maps existed. We argued about this, but he said he could do nothing. I have done many off-road trails in places like Moab, Utah and California, waypoints based on mileage or simple maps are always provided. In the end I took his word. He said it was a large loop of about 30 miles and easily done in a half day. My concerns: - The employee told us he would take 10% off for the late release at 8:20 AM and add an extra hour to the rental. I did not look closely at the receipt since we were in a rush and noticed later that we were charged full price which did not include stated discount. - The tow vehicle had an 1/8 of tank of fuel - not enough to cover the tow distance. We had to waste time to fuel it on the way to the trail head. - The ATV was not prepped for us. Dirty, dusty, muddy. - As suspected, the trail was not well marked. There were at least 4 unclear intersections with some markings (like #200, 200A) but this is meaningless without a map. I could not download a map myself the night before. One turn led us up a 3 mile dead-end spur to a radio tower. - We checked in with the person that rented the ATV to us, showed him our location on GPS and he said we were fine. - A few miles later, we ended up at a dead end at a fire road about 20 miles from start. The employee told us we were in the wrong place and told us to back track all the way back (vs. an intended loop). - We missed our return time but were not charged extra. The ATV was mechanically good, high quality and newer but clearly not prepped for a new customer. We saw amazing fall colors. The duration of trip was longer than we expected and had to rush the return since an expected loop turned into an out-and-back. We didn't feel heard when dealing with the employee. He also did not honor the discount and said to call the owner about the fuel cost and concerns. Two email attempts were made to the owner (Carlos), and he never responded. Their service did match their website or phone conversations. I find it nuts that they will send a visitor into the back country without maps and make you feel stupid by claiming 'it is easy' and 'super well marked.' These areas have limited cell coverage, and you will be on your own if you get lost or have a mechanical issue. I would not use their services again - horrible customer service.

I have been enjoying high-altitude trekking for five years. Early on, I made the mistake of booking…read morea solo trek (with a guide and porter but without a group) through a company in Kathmandu. It was not a good experience. Fortunately, that setback didn't stop me from pursuing my dream adventures--Everest Base Camp, Kilimanjaro, and the Inca Trail. That's when I discovered Ian Taylor Trekking (ITT), and everything changed. By chance, I learned that Ian lives near me. I picked up the phone, and to my surprise, Ian himself answered. We soon met for drinks, and after meeting Ian and Laura, I knew right away that these were people I could trust with something as important as a trek to Everest Base Camp. Everest Base Camp turned out to be unforgettable--the magic of the Sherpa culture, the breathtaking scenery, the friendships formed, and of course, Ian's presence on the trip. While ITT's guides, porters, and support staff are absolute professionals, what stood out most was Ian himself. His deep knowledge of the Khumbu (everyone seems to know him!), professionalism, and sense of humor made the journey even more special. From that first trek onward, ITT has continually exceeded my expectations. After Everest Base Camp, I thought nothing could top the experience. But then came Kilimanjaro--and later, the Classic Inca Trail. Each adventure with ITT only got better. One of the most important lessons I've learned in the mountains is that success is never guaranteed. Illness, weather, and other factors can change everything. On one trek with a different company, I fell acutely ill after five days of exhausting effort. My guide made the right call to turn us back, even though I was devastated at the time. That experience underscored the importance of choosing the right guide--and how grateful I am to have found Ian Taylor Trekking for my next expeditions. I've witnessed Ian and his team handle every type of situation with compassion, professionalism, and encouragement. Some clients arrive underprepared. Others, like me on Kilimanjaro, may doubt themselves at critical moments. At less than 100 meters from the summit, I was struggling silently. Ian didn't need me to say it--he noticed. Without turning around, he calmly reminded me of proper breathing technique. That simple guidance carried me to the summit at age 65. That moment changed my life, and I know it wouldn't have happened without such talented, capable, and caring guides. What makes ITT so exceptional is their philosophy of safety first, modest pacing, and proper acclimatization. This approach not only reduces risks but also increases the likelihood of success. And yet, ITT also understands that trekking isn't just about the summit--it's about the experience along the way. From carefully chosen campsites to passionate, knowledgeable guides (like Miguel on the Inca Trail, who brought history to life with every story), every detail reflects thoughtfulness and care. The ultimate compliment to any business is when clients return--and bring others with them. I'm about to embark on my next adventure with ITT: climbing Mera Peak. Five members from my Everest Base Camp trek are joining me. That says it all. As a former business owner, I can say with certainty: Ian Taylor Trekking is doing something truly special, and they're doing it right.

He and Taylor tracking is undoubtedly a superstar among a field of "OK" competitors. We did the…read morefive day Inca Trail Trek, and it so enormously, so vastly exceeded expectations that I really struggle for adjectives. The people, the warmth, the caring, the organization, the food, the experience... The efforts that the crew went to to make the best possible experience for an unbelievably diverse group was absolutely magical. 10 out of 10 not just would, but will, trek with again!! Nobody else comes close.

Our family spent $365 for two adults to ride the Gondola and two kids to participate in only three…read moreavailable activities on mountain. The only activities available to them were the trampoline, climbing wall, and mountain coaster--which is now limited to just three rides. Given that there were no lines during our visit and staff were literally sitting around, it felt unreasonable to restrict the coaster, especially given the amount of closed activities. Adding to the frustration, the rides that were not open were not clearly marked on their website or at the ticket counter, leaving families with far fewer options than advertised or communicated at the time of purchase. Unlike other resorts, Vail charges $64 per person for a ride that is operating regardless of ridership. Combined with the limited activities and lack of transparency, this left us feeling that we received little value for an extremely high price. Not worth the exorbitant price tag.

Every summer our family visits Adventure Ridge in Vail, and every year I hope it will return to…read morewhat it once was. Unfortunately, each summer has been more disappointing than the last. The biggest issue is the value. We paid around $200 per child, yet the price never seems to be adjusted when major attractions are closed or unavailable. The ropes course hasn't reopened since 2020, but it's still standing there, slowly deteriorating. The summer tubing hill has been reduced to just two lanes, while the rest is simply a dirt mound. The adult zip line is now closed as well. Year after year, there seem to be fewer attractions, yet the admission price continues to increase. Adventure Ridge used to be a highlight of our Vail vacations. Now it feels like you're paying premium prices for a much smaller experience. If you're considering visiting, keep your expectations low, because the pricing certainly won't be.