Top Estes Park Safaris

Enjoy unobstructed views–come rain or shine–as you discover all that the Rocky Mountains have to offer in a retractable glass-top vehicle. This half-day, small-group adventure takes you above the treetops, to cascading waterfalls and past glaciers. Fill your lungs with Rocky’s fresh mountain air during a pleasant short hike or two to some of the points of interest.

Discover the natural beauty of Colorado–and explore spots you might otherwise have missed–on this small-group wildlife tour of Rocky Mountain National Park from Estes Park, complete with heated vehicle, sunset views, and plenty of photo opportunities. Discover more about the landscape with stories and insights from a guide, pass by the Alluvial Fan waterfall, and look out for elk and deer in Moraine Park.

Discover the natural beauty of Colorado—and take the guesswork out of exploring—on this elk-watching tour around Estes Park, designed to maximize photo opportunities. Visit in fall during the elk’s rut season and ride around Rocky Mountain National Park in a convertible 4-wheel drive vehicle. Stroll around Sprague Lake, see the Alluvial Fan waterfall, and learn about wildlife. Along the way, savor snacks and soft drinks all included.

With this private tour, experience one of Rocky Mountain National Park's most famous events in worry-free, VIP style. Picked up from Estes Park, your driver/guide whisks you off into nature to see hundreds of elk coming down from the mountaintops. Drive along high alpine roads, stop at one of the highest visitor centers in the National Park Service system, and more with binoculars and bottled water provided, too.

Leave the guidebook behind and spend an afternoon exploring Rocky Mountain National Park with a local historian and naturalist with decades of experience. This private afternoon tour can be customized based on your interests and is an ideal introduction to the massive park, which can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. Get wildlife viewing tips and learn about the area’s pioneer and Native American history along the way.

Watch an unforgettable sunrise over Colorado's most famous peaks on a private morning tour of Rocky Mountain National Park. Get in early to avoid the crowds, and gain local insight into the park’s history and biology from a naturalist guide. Whether you want to hike, take photos, or look for wildlife, the itinerary can be tailored to fit your interests.

Bypass the timed-entry reservations at Rocky Mountain National Park when you book this private half-day tour. Your guide takes you to the best parts of the park and explains the wildlife, history, and ecology. Enjoy relaxed driving with optional easy walks to overlooks tailored to your interests, with hiking poles and microspikes provided for accessible hikes. Note that the park entrance fee is not included.

Take your time and take it all in—this extended tour offers the most comprehensive look at the incredible landscapes of Rocky Mountain National Park. Your adventure begins in historic downtown Estes Park at 7,500 feet above sea level. From there, your guide will lead you through a variety of stunning ecosystems: lowland meadows filled with wildflowers, groves of shimmering aspens, swift rivers winding through pine forests, and dramatic mountain cliffs that rise around you. Enjoy multiple stops along the way, with opportunities for short, scenic hikes to waterfalls, quiet forest trails, and sweeping overlooks. Wildlife sightings are always possible, so keep your eyes open! This tour includes all the highlights of our Rocky Mountain Safari plus an additional 1.5 hours to allow exploration of the park’s majestic West Side. You’ll have more time to take photos, soak in the views, and explore at a more relaxed pace. 2 person minimum. Other times and private tours may be available.

Explore Rocky Mountain National Park in a guided open Jeep tour designed for small groups of three or less. with a minimum purchase all three seats regardless of party size, ensuring a private and customizable experience. Travel above the trees, over two miles above sea level, while your knowledgeable guide shares the park’s natural history and wildlife insights. The tour includes short hikes to see snowmelt waterfalls and visits the Alpine Visitor Center for stunning tundra views. Depending on the season and road conditions, the route uses Old Fall River Road and Trail Ridge Road to reach the park’s highest accessible points for dramatic, top-of-the-world panoramas. This is a doorless and topless open Jeep experience, so layers and water-repellent outdoor clothing are highly recommended. Ponchos will be provided in cases of inclement weather. Enjoy the breathtaking beauty and unique wildlife encounters that only this park can offer, making Colorado memories that will last a lifetime.

Enhance your visit to Rocky Mountain National Park and Colorado with a private five-hour tour led by experienced local guides. Enjoy the dramatic views along Trail Ridge Road and leave the driving to us in our comfortable touring SUV. From Estes Park to the Alpine Visitor Center, we stop at scenic overlooks and take short walks to viewpoints and points of interest. Wildlife sightings, photo opportunities, and insights from our knowledgeable guides create unforgettable Rocky Mountain memories. We share information about wildlife, weather, geology, history, culture, birding, and outdoor activities around Estes Park and the park itself. Let us show you our favorite place—Rocky Mountain National Park. Binoculars are provided for spotting elk, birds, and sweeping mountain vistas, and hiking poles are available for any accessible walks.

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Rocky Mountain National Park as your professional guide narrates your journey from start to finish, ensuring an incredible experience. Your unforgettable tour will start in the historic downtown Estes Park at 7500 feet above sea level. It will take you through lowland meadows and aspen groves, along swift flowing rivers to mountain lakes. We travel up over the highest point of Trail Ridge Road when these areas are open. If any areas are closed we will substitute other areas of Rocky Mountain National Park. There are multiple stops along the way where you will enjoy hiking and even sledding if weather permits! And you’ll be able to capture beautiful scenery and opportunities to spot wildlife. Our Green Jeeps hold up to 10 people. Larger groups can be divided into different Green Jeeps. 2 person minimum. Please call us for more info

Experience Rocky Mountain National Park as day turns to night from some of Colorado's highest accessible viewpoints. Journey above the treeline for sweeping alpine vistas, vibrant mountain sunsets, and spectacular summer Milky Way viewing. As daylight fades from the tundra and the stars emerge overhead, discover a side of the Rockies that most visitors never see.

ChatGPT said: Embark on a thrilling 2-day adventure through Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks, where wildlife, history, and geology come alive. With expert guides, you’ll have the chance to spot moose, bison, elk, pronghorn, mule deer, black bears, grizzlies, wolves, bald eagles, foxes, coyotes, and even graceful swans. In the Tetons, explore the rich history of Jackson Hole, take in panoramic views from Signal Mountain, visit historic Mormon Row, and hike to the stunning Hidden Falls at Jenny Lake. In Yellowstone, uncover the fascinating story of its supervolcano and witness the geothermal wonders it fuels—Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, bubbling mud pots, and fumaroles. Stand in awe at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Artist Point Waterfalls, then journey into Hayden Valley, a premier wildlife-watching paradise. Along the way, scenic stops and local insight make this tour an unforgettable immersion into America’s most iconic landscapes.

On this tour your guide will take you to hotspots in Rocky Mountain National Park to witness the elk rut or mating season. With around 3,000 elk in RMNP during this time of year you will get to witness large herds, massive bugling bulls, and maybe even a fight or two. Your guide will explain all about the elk and their migratory and mating habits, you will also be able to learn other information about Rocky and its other animal inhabitants. This tour takes place right around sunrise and sunset as those are the peak times for mating rituals and activity. Optics will be supplied as well as complimentary snacks and beverages. This is the best way and by far the best vehicle to see the elk rut!

Experience Rocky Mountain National Park from east to west on this full-day scenic journey! Starting in Estes Park, you’ll travel across the park’s most iconic landscapes via Trail Ridge Road—one of the highest paved roads in North America. Your adventure includes a stop at the Alpine Visitor Center before continuing down into the charming mountain town of Grand Lake, nestled on the edge of a sparkling alpine lake. Guests can choose to explore the town, enjoy lunch at a local café, or stretch their legs with a short hike to the beautiful Adams Falls. Afterward, you'll return to Estes Park by crossing the spectacular heights of Trail Ridge Road, taking in the breathtaking views and wildlife along the way. This tour covers nearly the entire park, offering an unforgettable overview of Rocky’s diverse beauty—from alpine tundra and pine forests to river valleys and mountain lakes. 4 Person Minimum. Other times and private tours may be available. Please contact us.