Nature Adventures

Adventures & Experiences

Eight ways to do the uncommon in SW Colorado. Every tour is small-group, locally guided, and fully customizable.

Pack goats on a mountain trail in the Colorado wilderness
Spring · Summer · Fall
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Guided Adventure

Pack Goat Hikes

Hike with your new best friends.

Hike, explore, photograph, picnic, fish, watercolor, and wander with trained pack goats carrying the day's gear. These remarkable animals turn any backcountry outing into a memory you'll never forget. Our pack goats are raised in the high mountain country and are as comfortable on a rocky trail as they are posing for your camera.

  • Trained pack goats carry your gear
  • Customizable trail length & difficulty
  • Photography, picnicking & fishing options
  • Expert local guide included
  • Families, couples & groups welcome
Half or full day
2–8 guests
From $145 per person
Snowshoeing and sledding through a snowy Colorado mountain forest in winter with pack goats
Winter 2026–2027
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Guided Adventure

Snowshoe or Sled with Pack Goats

Fresh powder, pack goats, and belly laughs.

New for Winter 2026–2027 — strap on snowshoes or grab a sled and head into the snow-draped Colorado high country with your pack goat companions leading the way. Nothing like belly laughter in the mountains! Warm up with hot cocoa at a scenic overlook and make memories that last a lifetime. Whether you snowshoe through a quiet forest or sled down a gentle slope with a goat trotting alongside, this is Colorado winter at its most joyful.

  • Snowshoe OR sled — your choice
  • Pack goat companions throughout
  • Hot cocoa at scenic overlooks
  • Snow-draped forest trails
  • Perfect for families, kids & groups
  • New for Winter 2026–2027
Half day (3–4 hrs)
2–8 guests
From $165 per person
High country Colorado wildflower meadow with mountain views
Summer · Fall
03

Guided Adventure

High Country Safari

Wildlife, wildflowers, and the big Colorado sky.

Wildlife, forest roads, mountain views, and working ranch country under the big Colorado sky. Our High Country Safari takes you deep into terrain most visitors never reach — with or without pack goats. Spot wildlife, photograph wildflower meadows, and experience the Geyser Springs area in all its glory.

  • Geyser Springs access
  • Wildlife spotting & photography
  • Wildflower meadow stops
  • Working ranch country views
  • Optional pack goat companions
Full day (6–8 hrs)
2–10 guests
From $195 per person
Horseback riders meandering through a Black Angus cattle herd on a Colorado ranch
Year-Round
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Guided Adventure

Horseback Trail Rides

Ride the West the way it was meant to be ridden.

Ride through mountain country, ranchlands, and wide-open Western landscapes the way the West was meant to be explored — on horseback, with real cowboys at your side. Meander through our Black Angus cattle herd, feel the rhythm of the land, and experience the working ranch life firsthand. Our horses are well-trained, our cowboys are the real deal, and the scenery is absolutely unforgettable.

  • Real cowboys as guides
  • Meander through our Black Angus cattle herd
  • Mountain & ranchland trails
  • Beginner to experienced riders
  • Sunset rides available
  • Cowboy culture & storytelling
1 hr to full day
2–10 guests
From $125 per person
Canyon of the Ancients Colorado ancient ruins archaeological tour
Year-Round
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Guided Adventure

Canyon of the Ancients

Walk where the ancients walked.

Discover extraordinary cultural landscapes, archaeology, and regional history with knowledgeable local guides. The Four Corners holds more ancient sites per square mile than anywhere in North America — and most of them are only accessible with a guide who knows where to look.

  • Expert archaeological guides
  • Access to sites beyond public trails
  • Ancient ruins & petroglyphs
  • Mesa Verde region history
  • Photography & interpretation
Half or full day
2–8 guests
From $155 per person
Red rock canyon river hiking in the Colorado desert southwest
Spring · Summer · Fall
06

Guided Adventure

Dolores River Canyon Hikes

A river canyon most visitors never find.

Walk, hike, fish, photograph, paint, or simply spend a restorative day beside the water. The Lower Dolores River Canyon is one of SW Colorado's most stunning and least-visited treasures — red rock walls, crystal-clear water, and total solitude.

  • Scenic red rock canyon walls
  • Fishing, photography & painting
  • Pack goat river walks available
  • Underwater study masks & gear
  • Nature sensory & binoculars
Half or full day
2–10 guests
From $135 per person
Sunlight filtering through a Colorado pine forest for forest bathing
Year-Round
07

Guided Adventure

Nature Sensory & Forest Bathing

Slow down. The forest is waiting.

Slow down, breathe deep, and let the forest restore you. Our nature sensory and forest bathing experiences are guided immersions in the healing power of the natural world — no agenda, just presence. Perfect for reset retreats, holistic wellness groups, and anyone who needs to unplug.

  • Guided forest bathing sessions
  • Nature sensory immersion
  • Mindfulness & breathwork
  • Perfect for wellness retreats
  • All fitness levels welcome
2–4 hours
2–12 guests
From $95 per person
Black Angus cattle on a Colorado ranch with Rocky Mountain backdrop
Year-Round
08

Guided Adventure

Farm & Ranch Tours

Meet the people who work this land.

Our local farm and ranch tours offer an authentic look at the agricultural heritage of SW Colorado — from cattle drives to honey harvests, local meats, and gourmet ranch cooking. Meet the animals, learn the land, and taste the region.

  • Working ranch & farm access
  • Local meats, honey & produce
  • Cattle drive experiences
  • Gourmet ranch cooking options
  • Meet the animals
Half or full day
2–12 guests
From $125 per person

Don't See What You're Looking For?

Every adventure is fully customizable. Tell us your interests, pace, and time — we'll build the perfect itinerary around you. Email Ride@WildWestExcursions.com to get started.