Breathtaking views, knowledgeable guides, unforgettable adventure! We booked the Alpine Scenic 4x4 Tour of Imogene Pass not fully knowing what to expect--what we got was one of the most memorable experiences of our entire Colorado trip! From the moment we hopped into the rugged, well-maintained 4x4 vehicle, we knew we were in for something special. Our guide (shoutouts to Joe) was not only an expert driver navigating the steep and narrow trails with confidence, but also a wealth of local knowledge--sharing fascinating stories about the mining history, geology, and unique ecosystems along the route. The scenery is absolutely unreal. Towering peaks, waterfalls, wildflowers, and panoramic views around every corner. Reaching the summit of Imogene Pass (over 13,000 feet!) felt like standing on top of the world. Alpine Scenic Tours was professional, fun, and clearly passionate about preserving and sharing the beauty of the San Juans. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or just looking to explore the high country without the stress of driving yourself, this tour is 100% worth it. Pro tip: Dress in layers--it gets chilly up top! read more

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Steve did a terrific job as our guide on the jeep tour through the San Juan Mountains! He was very thorough providing us with the history of the minds, and pointing out various wildflowers, as well as wildlife during the drive. Steve is an excellent driver. We felt so safe with him as our driver. Highly recommend this tour for couples and families. read more

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Joe took us on a jeep tour to Imogene Pass. He was Great!! I loved all the history that he told us about the area. Great tour guide. Will come back in a heart beat. Theresa B. read more

We had an absolutely amazing time. Steve Hilton was the best guide. He made us comfortable with his excellent driving skills, and he knew all the history and was very kind. Best tour we've been on and definitely worth the time!!!! read more

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Steve Hilton is an excellent guide. He was very informative and made for a great experience!

As the young folks say, "Wow, just wow". We took the Yankee Boy Basin tour, much to my hubby's hates-to-spend-money chagrin. About 20 minutes into the tour he leaned over and said, "This was beyond worth it, thank you." There are so many excellent reviews that I can only add this to the chorus: The day we went the weather was pretty miserable. It was cold, cloudy, and rained non-stop. No lie. HOWEVER, Carl our guide was a truly warm soul who obviously cared so much for our comfort and enjoyment. I don't know how they did it, but in spite of the terrible weather, we truly stayed dry, warm, and cozy start to finish. And the views? Forget about it, there wasn't a bad one the whole time. We ran into another tour group and they were saying, "We want to go on your jeep!" because theirs was just not as nice or as comfy as Alpine's was. Don't hesitate, book this tour! read more

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11/10 recommend this tour! What an opportunity to travel to the Imogene Pass while our guides (Joe & Cody) gave us the history of the land. I was amazed at how much information they provided along the way. The route is very well traveled & requires a a very experienced off-road driver which is what we had. I felt very safe despite being on the edge of the cliff a few times. Very much worth the money. Joe & Cody did an amazing job. Thanks again! read more

Steve was the best!!! We weren't expecting to have such an amazing time, but he was knowledgeable, funny, and made the trip wonderful! The views were out of control. read more

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An absolutely amazing experience! Our tour guide, James, was extremely knowledgeable and personable who made the trip so enjoyable. We are already planning our next trip. Be sure to add this to your bucket list! read more

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Don't look at any other company! I was with a group of 7 including a 47 year old who is terrified of heights as well as a 7 year old & 2 10 year old kids. We ALL had a great time! There are some hairy places along this journey that I would not trust anyone but this company to drive! Joe was an amazing driver! He never let us feel like we were in any kind of danger. His co-pilot, Sue-Sue (dog), was a great addition to the trip. You could tell Joe loved Sue-Sue and would absolutely not be letting anything happen to her or us. He is also a new dad so we knew he wanted to get home safely. Joe was very knowledgeable about the wildlife, history, flowers, and anything else you could imagine. We searched for bears but were unsuccessful although we did think a stump was a bear. Joe's binoculars were high powered! The Imogene pass is INCREDIBLE!! I could go on and on about this adventure but you'll just need to go experience it for yourself! read more

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A wonderful way to learn about the history of mining in the mountains above Ouray. Our guide, Don, picked us up from our campsite and took us for a guided private tour based on the things we wanted to see. He was engaging, personable, and knew a lot about the history of the mines and about the geology of the area. We got to sit in the back of the open aired jeep. The VERY comfortable seats gave us a platform from which we could see the sights very easily and he had a handy ladder to climb in and out. It was the highlight of our trip! (The weather changes fast on the mountain so bring a rain jacket!) read more

We had Sam as our tour guide and he stopped in all the right places and was patient with us. The seats are AMAZING , especially when it gets a little later in the day and the sun starts to set. We put on the heated seats on our way down the mountain. He told us bits and pieces of the history of the city and the mountain peaks. He was fun and professional and drove with confidence. We recommend this jeep company and will probably use them again when we are in Ouray. read more

Thank you so much Sam for such an amazing tour! We took the Yankee Boy Basin tour, I was a bit nervous since it's August and past wild flower peak. However, it was great! Sam was such a wonderful tour guide and made the trip very enjoyable. Also, the seats are super comfy which was a bonus because most tour jeeps just have bench seats. I totally recommend Alpine tours! Thanks for a great trip guys! read more

Alpine Scenic 4X4 Tours - View of Sneffles peak and Yankee Boy Basin - Tours Near Me - Ouray, Colorado

My husband and another couple scheduled a Jeep tour. Our guide was Joe. He was very knowledgeable about the San Juan mountain area. We saw a number of mule deer and 2 different fox. We had such a great time on our first Jeep tour, we booked another one 2 days later. Fortunately, Joe was our driver again! read more

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Jason was our tour guide on a 4 hour private tour in mid June. I HIGHLY recommend you use Alpine Scenic Jeep Tours. Customer Service- Jason and his team offered to pick us up from our hotel. We opted not to; however, parking can be limited, so if they offer, then I'd take them up on it. This may only be available for private tours. I spoke with someone else on the phone while booking the tour, and was very pleased regarding their promptness and willingness to accommodate our schedule. He took pictures of our group, allowed us to get out whenever we wanted, and even extended the tour a few extra minutes. Jeep- We rode in a fully loaded Jeep Rubicon. The vehicle was new, comfortable, and clean. The roof was down, and all the windows were down. Plenty of visibility, it was great. Jason explained the different mechanical advantages to Alpine's Jeeps compared to their competitors. Basically, Alpine tours can do more and see more because they have better vehicles. History of the area- Jason was especially knowledgeable about the history of the mines, and he was very informative about how Ouray was settled and developed. Safety- Jason drove at a comfortable and safe speed. Considering it was a Jeep tour on rough terrain, the ride was smooth and comfortable. Overall it was stunning. Don't get too concerned about which route to go on and which route not to go on. Trust that Jason and others on his team will give you an unforgettable experience in the time you share with them. read more

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Wow-what a fantastic ride! Alpine Scenic Tours surpassed our expectations. First off, they listened to what we wanted and tailored our trip accordingly. We were picked up at our hotel by Sam, our tour guide. He was professional, knowledgeable and he went the extra mile to accommodate our every need. The heated bucket seats were very comfortable and the scenery was breathtakingly beautiful. Thank you, Sam/Alpine Scenic Tours for making our trip to Ouray a wonderful memory. read more

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This trip was not to be missed. We had a great nine passenger jeep tour up to Yankee boy basin and boy was it wonderful. Saw some really awesome scenery. Wildflowers season is not to be missed. Phil was our tour guide. Very informative and safe driver. He encouraged us to get out and explore each of the stops and our group opted to do so. Wear good hiking shoes! It's insanely steep. Beware of dust too, if you wear contacts. read more

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My family booked a private jeep tour to Silver Basin. Our guide was Paul and he was exceptional! He took us to see some phenomenal scenery and provided us with some great background on everywhere we stopped. Our vehicle was very comfortable and I would highly recommend touring with Paul any day! read more

This was the best experience we had in Ouray! He was so knowledgable about the area and really took the time to show our family many different sights. He joked with our kids, took time to answer their questions, it was just perfect. Also judging by looks, this is the nicest keep to ride in. Very comfortable seats, he even turned on seat warmers when the weather got a little chilly. When it sprinkled a little rain, he got out, gave us blankets, and covered the vehicle with a rain cover. As soon as the rain stopped he got out again and took it up so we could better enjoy the view. Very considerate and thoughtful. Thank you! read more

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Did not know what to expect but our tour guide was fantastic! We had a brand new Jeep and the seats were really comfortable and held you into place! Highly recommend and will go another time. read more

Absolutely gorgeous blue ribbon day with Joe as our wonderful tour guide! My husband and I did a private tour and he was so knowledgeable of the history of mining in the area, wildflowers, geology and the names of all the peaks. Bonus - he spotted 6 bighorn sheep in the distance so we pulled over and got to see them using his binoculars. We went out early (highly recommend) and made it to Yankee Basin before the crowds, went to a high mountain lake and finally to a secret area where we got out and hiked to see a beautiful waterfall. Can't wait to return again with ours sons to do Imogene Pass with Joe! read more

My wife, son and I booked a last minute tour and had an amazing time. The tour was just​ the right length and our guide​ talked just enough. He was knowledgeable​​ and drives school buses during the school year. So, you know he's an expert driver. I would do this again in a heartbeat​. $5 credit card minimum​ in the gift shop so if you just want a bottle of water, you have to go across the street to get cash. Honesty, that part is total bullshit. That's not how credit card machines work and we all know that. read more

My wife and I took a tour to Yankee Boy Basin and Governor Basin today! It was absolutely fabulous! James drove confidently and gave us great information about the area. The area has a rich history and I saw views that I would never have seen on our own! read more

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Four Texas Grannies booked a private 4 hour jeep tour to see Imogene Pass in the new Gladiator Jeep with Alpine Scenic Tours in Ouray. Be prepared for sheer drop offs with no guard rails and riding over a lot of boulders on a minimally improved County Road! At the Imogene Pass summit the 360 degree views are spectacular. We were able to leave early and got ahead of other traffic going up. Our guide, Joe, was perfect. He is very knowledgeable about all the mining history, the volcanic history and wildflowers, and his driving skill was greatly appreciated! Alpine Scenic Tours was great and took good care of us! read more

This tour was amazing with a well educated driver that knew what he was doing. Very friendly and took us to some very special places! Paul our driver was amazing we couldn't have asked for a better tour. Also the seats on the truck are individual captains chairs with seat warmers for when you get up to the higher elevation. Paul's would stop and make sure we got the best shots of the views on our phones as well! As Paul would say "Everyone say Cheeseburger" read more

Alpine Scenic 4X4 Tours - "Cheeseburger" views - Tours Near Me - Ouray, Colorado

Sam was our guide. He knew a lot about the area, the wildlife, the flowers, and the mines. He was a terrific driver, and I always felt safe. He made stops to let's us take pictures. If we had to use the bathroom, he'd stop, and we'd find a bush. Lots of us ladies needed to use the bathroom because of altitude meds and the rough ride. Sam was accommodating. Our group was cohesive because Sam had us all talking and laughing. We saw more than expected. Take a hat! I got the worst sun burn. I was hot the whole time. Bring snacks, water, hand sanitizer, sunscreen, and a hat. Also, there's no place for your trash so bring a small plastic bag. Sam has toilet paper. Plan on about 4 hours. Get there at 8:30-8:45am so as not to hold the group back. Also, it's customary to tip your driver. read more

Very friendly staff fun and ingageing the whole tour would easily recommend to any body of any age. Worth every penny

Excellent Tour! James was our guide and we couldn't have asked for anyone better. We did the private tour up to Silver Basin and Yankee Boy Basin and believe me the extra cost for the private tour was well worth it. We were able to stop whenever we wanted to enjoy the scenery and take pictures. James did an awesome job explaining the area and history and was essentially our personal photographer whenever we needed him. He would walk with us to the various attractions, take our photo and then leave us be for some private time with my wife to enjoy the sites. If you are in the area, I highly recommend Alpine Scenic Tours! read more

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We went on a 4 hour morning tour with Sam the driver! He was awesome...learned all about Ouray and about the nature there! We saw animals and beautiful flowers!! And the jeep tour was fantastic! So exciting going up the mountain and reaching the top! He even took our family picture for us! A wonderful time and experience! Thanks Sam! read more

Great tour!! The guides took us to less-traveled sights and were very knowledgeable and friendly. Their bucket seats beat the bench seats used by other tours hands-down- very comfortable. They managed our group of 17 people in 3 vehicles professionally. Awesome 8 hour tour. read more

Just back from an amazing Jeep tour up to Yankee Basin and beyond. Jason was a wonderful driver and guide...full of information and humor. The seats were comfy and this old lady felt completely safe...even looking down, down, down! The wildflowers were spectacular and abundant. The views were magnificent! I'm going home to California and recommending this tour to everyone I know! read more

Don't leave Ouray without doing a jeep tour! I originally booked a half day (4 hour) afternoon tour with San Juan Jeep Tours for my family with 3 children. The morning of our tour, Greg from San Juan Tours called and they had an unexpected problem with their drivers and weren't going to be able to handle the tour. He was extremely apologetic and offered to make it up to me, including offering a full day (8 hour) tour for the price of a half day tour. That didn't work out because of my schedule. In the end, he made arrangements for another company (Alpine Scenic Tours) to take our tour. Donald from Alpine Scenic Tours gave us the tour and did a fantastic job! He took us through the Yankee Boy route but took an alternate rough, scenic route. And when I say rough, I mean just that. He took the jeep through tough very bumpy terrain, going over large rocks, giving us quite an adventure! Our kids absolutely loved it and had smiles on their faces the entire time! At one point, it started to rain really hard and I thought this was going to ruin our day. Donald stopped, handed out ponchos, and said this was normal for the mountains where rain would come in quick and hard for a few minutes and then go away. He was right, it rained hard for about 5 minutes and then the sun came out. Perfect riding weather after that! Donald did an excellent job explaining the geography, wildlife, plants, climate, the Ouray community, and the whole mining industry and it's history. He was knowledgeable and passionate, and made us appreciate the ride even more. He also did an excellent job of mixing it up. He stopped at several points and took us on some short hikes to interesting sites. He made sure we got some really good photos along the way. He really wanted us to walk away feeling at awe. After he found out we were on a road trip through Colorado, he suggested some additional spots we could do on our own, along our trip. He made it personal, and we never felt like we were just another tour he had to give. The "jeep" we were in was a perfect set up. It was a regular full size pick up truck, but instead of a bed in the back, there is a raised platform with two rows of 3 bucket seats (6 seats total). With no doors or roof, you feel like you're out in the open, which made the experience that much better. There is a tarp that can be pulled over the roll bars If it rains for an extended period of time. Obviously you want to wear layered clothing in case it gets chilly, which it can when you reach higher elevations. We saw other tour companies on the same route, but they were using hardtop Jeep Wranglers, which doesn't give you with the same experience. The only compliant I have is, Donald had to speak to us through the opening of the rear sliding window. WIth engine and wind noise, it was hard to hear him at times. As far as the question of full day vs. half day tour, I think half day is more than sufficient, especially if you have kids. As much as they enjoyed it, I think a full day would have been too much for them. I can't imagine sitting in a bumpy jeep with the top down, chilly wind blowing in your face for 8 hours, adult or child. Since I dealt with both Alpine Scenic Tours and San Juan Jeep Tours, I will post this same review for both. I give Donald and Alpine 5 stars, and Greg and San Juan Jeep Tours 4 stars (because they didn't fulfill the tour that I originally booked with them). If I could, I would give San Juan 4 1/2 stars because Greg was very apologetic and tried to make it up to us. In the end, he did a good job of making setting us up with Alpine. read more

You haven't seen Ouray until you've been on an Alpine Scenic Jeep Tour! Whether you're a Colorado native or are visiting from far away, a four wheel drive tour is an absolute must. There are a lot of companies in Ouray, but we ultimately chose Alpine because of competitive pricing and their excellent reviews! Our guide Sam was awesome. He was both knowledgeable and experienced. The trucks we rode in were comfortable with bucket seats and bum warmers :) making the trip extra cozy. Sam put the top up and took extra precautions while it was raining. He also provided ponchos and blankets! Eventually the sun came out and we enjoyed our trip up Imogene Pass. If you're looking for the best company to experience Ouray's high country, look no further than Alpine! read more

What A Great Tour! After reading all the great reviews for this company, I gave Alpine a call. The owner, Michael, was all about customer service. He explained the tour in detail, what to expect and was genuinely enthusiastic about being our guide. We showed up for the tour and I was psyched to see the tour rig--heated seats, open air and the machine was built for the mountains. I knew my family was going to be safe, warm and happy with the tour. Michael, clearly a historian of sorts, wowed us with his knowledge of the area, floral, fauna and his driving expertise. I don't leave too many Yelp reviews, but felt inclined to tell others of our great experience. Michael knows how to run a business, keep customers safe and happy and can handle his 4x4 with skill. Treat yourself and your family and book a tour with Michael! read more

My father, mother, two kids (ages 2 and 6), and I went with Michael on a tour July 23. When we arrived to the meeting place, we were greeted warmly, and Michael got to work right away installing the carseats for me. Michael secured the seats well and ensured that the kids were able to see for the tour. The seats on the truck were so comfortable and felt very safe with their shoulder and lap straps. We had plenty of leg room (which was great for my 6'5" father) and space for our camera bags and the snacks we brought along. Michael was not only courteous, but extremely knowledgeable about the areas we toured. He pointed out different sites and gave the history of the points of interest. In addition, he was able to answer all of our questions including the geological information. He was able to point out things that we would have missed (like the baby whistle pigs snoozing in the sun). The major bonus was the wit and humor he brought to the tour. We were so pleased with the entire tour. Our pictures were fantastic. The kids and adults had a great time, and I'm hoping we can do it again next summer! If you are going to do a tour like this, Alpine Tours should be your first call! read more

Excellent Tour! Upon arrival for our private tour Michael, the owner, and James, our guide, took the time to ask what we had in mind, offered suggestions and were genuinely interested in making this a great experience. My wife shared her discomfort with heights, however both Michael and James put her at ease before we even began the tour. James was very personable, extremely knowledgeable of the area and an obvious experienced driver. We always felt safe even riding along a sheer drop canyon. The scenery is unmatched from anything we had previously experienced. We had such a great time, my wife even said "I had so much fun I forgot to be scared!". read more

I called Alpine this past weekend and talked to Mike who told me that he could take my husband and I out the following afternoon. Since we wanted to rent a jeep on our own and play around Ouray but also go out with professionals to more difficult trails, we planned a jeep rental around Alpine's schedule. Mike was going out on a tour and would call me back to officially book. I waited and no call back so I tried him again. This was hours after we originally chatted. Finally we talked and he then informed me that he was going out of town the next morning and didn't have a driver. We already had our rented jeep for a specific amount of hours so I then had to find a tour to work around this. I wasn't very happy with this unprofessionalism. I called San Juan tours and they set us up happily! Then, I accidentally went to the wrong location the next day (at Alpine) and their driver was haughty and criticized San Juan tour vehicles. We found the right location and San Juan tours was amazing!!! Shame on you Alpine! UPDATE: I was woken up by multiple texts sounds from my cell phone two weeks after my experience with Alpine Tours by Mike, the owner. He was trying to cover his poor business practices up by sending these "guilt texts" from my review at 11:00 pm up to 12:00 am! He made many snide remarks then offers to compensate me for my money spent with his competitor. I guess he thinks this is acceptable business? It's completely unacceptable. I have never had this happen in my many years of using Yelp! This is his obvious desperate attempt for me to change my review but I am not changing it, it will stand as is because that was my experience with his business. And his completely unacceptable, rude, unprofessional texts late at night proves my point from the beginning. read more

Words cannot express what an awesome time we had on the Jeep tour! Blew my expectations away by far! First, JAMES! Our guide was amazing, funny, extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to be around. Second, the views! You go to places I didn't think or realize we would. Breathtaking to say the least. Wildflowers in abundance, steep cliffs, half tunnels, water trails, and so much more!!! Third, bucket seats! You cannot go wrong with Alpine Scenic Jeep Tours. We will be back and booking a private Jeep for next time - we had THAT much fun!! read more

Fantastic views and experience! Our guide was James and he was just about the nicest guy I've met. He was very knowledgeable, fun, and VERY kind and accommodating. My family took the tour to Yankee Boy Basin in cool temperatures during mid-June and the heated seats and wool blankets were awesome, we were toasty warm and comfortable. The owner, Michael went above and beyond and showed us some awesome hiking spots and recommended great places to eat. We are planning on returning and will definitely hire Alpine Scenic Tours for our next jeep adventure! read more

The truck is very smooth when loaded. The tour guide is funny! Had a blast and we even found some fools silver on one of the stops.