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1+ day Backcountry skiing around Silverton, Colorado (San Juan Mountains)

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A certified guide will lead you on this epic backcountry ski tour around Silverton, Colorado, known around the world as one of the great winter sports playgrounds, and a place that caters to all levels and abilities, from first-timers to experts.

Private

1 Day

Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Nov, Dec

Occasional

Beginner


Highlights

  • Ski around the famous Silverton, Colorado - where Olympians train!
  • Ski a wide variety of runs - tree runs, big bowls, steep chutes!
  • Spectacular views back over the valley of Silverton!

Description

I will guide you on a backcountry ski tour around the world-famous, veritable Winter Wonderland of Silverton, Colorado, as we discover the best powder, funnest trails and beautiful scenery of the area. This day will make you fall in love with the San Juan Mountains, as many have before, as its picture-perfect setting of alpine forests and lively apres-ski scene is an intoxicating mix!

Silverton is nestled in the San Juan Mountains in Colorado, and is one of the highest towns in the United States of America. Its reputation as a skiing and winter activity mecca is exemplified by the fact that many Olympic athletes choose to train here, and that several ski and snowboard videos and movies have been shot on these slopes.

The day begins early on, so as to take advantage of the overnight snow and maximize our skiing time. The type of tour we do is completely up to you, as we offer a wider variety including tree runs, big bowls and steep chutes to more relaxing, leisurely tours intended for you to take in the beautiful landscapes and terrain.

Some of the views you will encounter will be absolutely spectacular, as from in Colorado, high up on the mountains you will get sweeping, panoramic views down below to the tranquil valley where the town itself resides.

After a whole day skiing and tiring ourselves out, we then head back in to town for some drinks and reminiscing about the day, happy and exhausted!

Discover Silverton, Colorado and see why Olympians call this their second home – book now and don’t miss out!

Price includes

- Guiding fee

Price details

Price does not include:

- Travel to Durango/Silverton, Colorado from you location

- Travel to trailhead from Durango or Silverton

- Backcountry touring equipment; skis, skins, packs etc.

- 5% federal land use surcharge

- Items of personal nature

- Individual travel costs, delays, etc.

- Excess baggage fees

- Personal clothing or gear

- Alcoholic drinks and personal snacks

- Hotels before, during, and after trip

- Recommended Travel/trip cancellation insurance

- Guide/ Staff gratuity


Itinerary

Day 1: Activity

-Meet in Silverton

– Paperwork and equipment check

– Ski all day

 

 

Details

Meeting point

Silverton, Colorado

About the guide

One of our certified guides will take you skiing and climbing to some of the best spots in North America. In the USA we offer trips in California, Colorado, Maine, Alaska, Oregon, Arizona, Washington, Montana, Nevada, Texas, Utah and Vermont. And in Canada, you'll find tours in Quebec, Alberta and British Columbia.

Languages

English


What people are saying about E-S Adventure Guides North America

Shawn Linio

5.00

March, 2023

The traveller did not leave a comment.

Bill Mullins

5.00

December, 2022

The guide was super kind friendly and helpful and we had a great time

thilo riegel

5.00

August, 2022

Ended up booking a one-night-and-one-day hike summiting Mt Shasta because Mt Rainier was booked out.

Chris King

5.00

August, 2022

Our guide Adrian was outstanding. Great trip, great guide. My son and I loved it- I would highly recommend the experience.

Nico Dekker

5.00

August, 2022

Very good guide and fantastic climbing experience.

Eglė Audronytė

5.00

August, 2022

I really loved it. Intro to rock climbing was an amazing experience. Explore-share team were so helpful in the process. The trip that I chose in the first place was not available and they managed to find alternatives and offer me the best possible solution in that situation. In the end I had a wonderful day and could not be happier!

Mitchell Johnson

5.00

June, 2022

Worth every minute! Would highly recommend!!

Paul Panelli

5.00

June, 2022

Our guide Lizzie was THE BEST. Highly recommend her for other groups.

Phillip Lolonis

1.00

March, 2022

Guide cancelled within 48 hrs and I was unable to find someone else and so far I’ve not been refunded. Put a small dent in my otherwise great trip to Revelstoke.

Peggy Meyer

5.00

March, 2022

Will was great wise and fun to spend the day with.

Lexi Brandon

5.00

February, 2022

It would have been helpful to know it was suppose to be a Matterhorn prep course. The goals of the group were a little different.

Lucie Laurendeau

5.00

February, 2022

All perfect

douglas lord

5.00

January, 2022

The traveller did not leave a comment.

Anthony Stanzi

5.00

January, 2022

The traveller did not leave a comment.

Kenji Tsubota

5.00

January, 2022

I was very glad to have the Back country ski tour in Montata by following reasons. 1. I had quick replies from my coordinator and guide whenever I asked something; 2. My guide was cool. 3. The tour was well-planned and appropriate duration. 4. Snow was in a good condition. Thank you!!

Renee Millett

1.00

January, 2022

Poor service from Explore-share! The vendor who provided the actual tour shared with Explore-share that heavy rains prevented them from doing a substantial section of the tour. I was not notified. The vendor also offered a substantial discount for what we were able to do and this was not shared with me either!

Carlos Ogarrio

4.00

December, 2021

The traveller did not leave a comment.

Allen Narkiewicz

5.00

November, 2021

Neil was our guide and he was amazing! We did Camelback mountain climbing and he knew all about it and the other nearby mountains. Lots of great info and fun. I took my two boys, 9 and 11 years old plus climbed myself (44 years old). So perfect for all ages and skill levels. Definitely worth doing!!!

Amanda Gardner

5.00

August, 2021

Guide was very experienced and very patient with us. We learned alot and he tried to fit in all the knowledge he could in one day, super awesome. A little tough going back and forth to get the trip set up hard to tell if the site is sketchy until you see reviews but all worked out. Ended up with an awesome day with an awesome guide. Overall pretty satisfied and thankful!

Jolene Gines

5.00

August, 2021

The traveller did not leave a comment.

Drew Cool

5.00

July, 2021

The traveller did not leave a comment.


 

 

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