Guided 4X4 Tours

Explore the majestic La Plata Mountains and Canyon near Durango, CO on one of our guided 4×4 tours. This adventure travels through La Plata Canyon and ascends to the Kennebec Pass at over an astonishing 12,000ft, discovering the old 1875 ghost town of La Plata City along the way. This is a great adventure for the entire family. All ages are welcome on this trip, however, car seats are not provided. Our 4-hour tours are the perfect way to make the most out of your day, leaving the rest of the day for one of our many other adventures.

Experience the ultimate adventure with our 5-hour Custom Safari Tour. Hop into a Jeep with an amazing guide and venture into the majestic mountains. We’ve got it all planned out, including a delicious lunch. This private tour is exclusively for your group of up to 4 people and can be tailored to suit everyone’s preferences. Discover the beauty of the Colorado Mountains with your guide and a personalized itinerary. Each tour is unique, thanks to our custom options. Prepare to be amazed as your guide takes you deep into the San Juan Mountains, where you’ll encounter stunning waterfalls, wildlife, and awe-inspiring views. Our permits allow us to explore either the La Plata’s west of Durango or the San Juan Mountains above Silverton, Colorado. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

If you love waterfalls, you will enjoy this 2.5 hour tour. Explore the majestic La Plata Mountains and Canyon near Durango, CO at some of the canyon’s most scenic and beautiful waterfalls. This is a mild scenic tour fun for the entire family who does not want to do the full four-hour tour. We will stop at 3 unique waterfalls for plenty of photo opportunities, as we climb higher into the canyon. Our last waterfall stop is on private property accessible only to Durango Rivertrippers. This stop gets you up close to a stunning 25-30ft waterfall with some old mining structures scattered around the base. We reach around 10,000 feet above sea level and stop to take in the views. This is a great adventure for the entire family. All ages are welcome on this trip however car seats are not provided. NOTE: This tour does not go up to the top of Kennebec Pass and is a mild tour.

You will board into our “Open-Air” vehicle (however we reserve the right to take a Jeep Wrangler if needed). We will drive on the highway for approximately 20-25 minutes to the mouth of the canyon and from there we will start our tour into the canyon. It can get windy so please bring a jacket or ask for one, we carry extra jackets and blankets.