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Tours & Rentals

Your gateway to adventure

Planning a vacation to Vail, Colorado? Nova Guides offers the ultimate backcountry experience with guided tours and top-tier rentals. Explore rugged mountain trails on an ATV or side-by-side, carve through fresh powder on a snowmobile, or take in breathtaking alpine views on a Jeep tour. Whether you’re seeking an adrenaline rush or a scenic escape, find the perfect way to explore the Rockies year-round.

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Tours

From rugged Jeep tours and ATV adventures to snowmobile excursions and fly-fishing, Nova Guides offers exploration in the heart of the Rockies all year. Climb high mountain passes, cruise through fresh powder, or cast a line in pristine alpine waters. Whether on wheels or snowmobiles, let our expert guides lead the way to your next unforgettable adventure.

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Three people riding ATVs on a winding dirt road through green hills in the Vail Valley with mountains in the background.

Rentals

Take on the Rockies with Nova Guides’ premium rentals. Carve through snowy trails on a snowmobile or hit the dirt roads on a rugged side-by-side or ATV. With access to miles of breathtaking terrain and top-of-the-line equipment, your backcountry adventure starts here.

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Tours

  • Three people riding snowmobiles on a snowy mountain trail in Vail, Colorado, surrounded by trees and distant snow-covered peaks.
    Two people on snowmobiles watching a moose walking on a snowy trail through a forest.
    Three people riding snowmobiles across a snowy landscape in Vail, Colorado with mountains and pine trees in the background.
    Two people in winter gear taking a selfie near a snowmobile on a snowy Vail, Colorado mountain landscape.
    Three people in winter gear and one pointing into the distance with the Vail Valley in the background.
    Three people riding snowmobiles on a snowy mountain trail in Vail, Colorado, surrounded by trees and distant snow-covered peaks.Two people on snowmobiles watching a moose walking on a snowy trail through a forest.Three people riding snowmobiles across a snowy landscape in Vail, Colorado with mountains and pine trees in the background.Two people in winter gear taking a selfie near a snowmobile on a snowy Vail, Colorado mountain landscape.Three people in winter gear and one pointing into the distance with the Vail Valley in the background.

    Snowmobile tours

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    2-8 hours
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    Private and group available

    Designed for the ultimate snowmobile experience. Discover expansive views, snow-dusted forests, and big adventures. We offer half-day and full-day excursions with lunch options.

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  • A couple standing between two red ATVs and looking out over a forested Vail, Colorado landscape on a clear day.
    Five people hiking on a grassy hillside with the Vail Valley and a clear blue sky in the background.
    Two people riding ATVs on a dirt trail through a scenic Vail, Colorado landscape with trees and distant peaks.
    Three ATVs driving along a dirt road winding through the Vail Valley under a blue sky with clouds.
    A couple standing between two red ATVs and looking out over a forested Vail, Colorado landscape on a clear day.Five people hiking on a grassy hillside with the Vail Valley and a clear blue sky in the background.Two people riding ATVs on a dirt trail through a scenic Vail, Colorado landscape with trees and distant peaks.Three ATVs driving along a dirt road winding through the Vail Valley under a blue sky with clouds.

    ATV tours

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    2 hours
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    Private and group available

    With expert guides leading the way, you’ll navigate rocky terrain, open meadows, and winding forest trails for an unforgettable ATV journey.

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  • Two ATVs on a rocky Vail, Colorado mountain trail surrounded by trees and distant mountains under a blue sky.
    Two off-road vehicles driving on a rocky Vail, Colorado forest trail surrounded by tall trees.
    Two off-road vehicles driving on a winding dirt road through a lush green forest with mountains in the background.
    Two off-road vehicles driving on a dusty dirt road through a scenic Vail, Colorado landscape with green trees.
    Three off-road vehicles driving on a dirt trail through the Vail Valley landscape under a clear sky.
    Two ATVs on a rocky Vail, Colorado mountain trail surrounded by trees and distant mountains under a blue sky.Two off-road vehicles driving on a rocky Vail, Colorado forest trail surrounded by tall trees.Two off-road vehicles driving on a winding dirt road through a lush green forest with mountains in the background.Two off-road vehicles driving on a dusty dirt road through a scenic Vail, Colorado landscape with green trees.Three off-road vehicles driving on a dirt trail through the Vail Valley landscape under a clear sky.

    Side-by-side tours

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    2 hours
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    Private and group available

    Take your Rocky Mountain adventure off-road with a guided side-by-side tour. Power through alpine terrain and soak in panoramic mountain views as you explore Colorado’s stunning backcountry.

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  • A couple sitting in a jeep smiling at each other with a forest and mountains in the background at sunset.
    A smiling family sitting in a red jeep near a White River National Forest sign with mountains in the background.
    Two people enjoying a scenic view from an open-air jeep on a White River National Forest tour.
    Four people near a red jeep reading an informational map in a kiosk for Camp Hale–Continental Divide National Monument.
    Two people hiking through a grassy, sunlit field with the Vail Valley and trees in the background.
    A red jeep driving on a dirt road through green fields and hills near a winding stream in the Vail Valley.
    A couple sitting in a jeep smiling at each other with a forest and mountains in the background at sunset.A smiling family sitting in a red jeep near a White River National Forest sign with mountains in the background.Two people enjoying a scenic view from an open-air jeep on a White River National Forest tour.Four people near a red jeep reading an informational map in a kiosk for Camp Hale–Continental Divide National Monument.Two people hiking through a grassy, sunlit field with the Vail Valley and trees in the background.A red jeep driving on a dirt road through green fields and hills near a winding stream in the Vail Valley.

    Jeep Tours

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    3 hours
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    Private and group available

    All the views with added comfort. Take in the stunning landscapes and storied past of White River National Forest and Camp Hale with our expert guides.

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Rentals

  • A person in blue helmet riding a snowmobile on a snowy trail with trees and mountains in the background.
    Three people in winter gear making snow angels near snowmobiles surrounded by snow-covered trees.
    Three people riding snowmobiles on a snowy trail in the Vail Valley with mountains and trees in the background.
    Three people in winter clothing smiling while sitting on snowmobiles with snowy mountains in the background.
    A person in helmet and winter jacket sitting on a snowmobile with bright misty sunlight in a snowy landscape.
    A person in blue helmet riding a snowmobile on a snowy trail with trees and mountains in the background.Three people in winter gear making snow angels near snowmobiles surrounded by snow-covered trees.Three people riding snowmobiles on a snowy trail in the Vail Valley with mountains and trees in the background.Three people in winter clothing smiling while sitting on snowmobiles with snowy mountains in the background.A person in helmet and winter jacket sitting on a snowmobile with bright misty sunlight in a snowy landscape.

    Snowmobile rentals

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    2-8 hours
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    Single and double available

    Explore the Rockies — at your own pace. Take a self-guided snowmobile tour on groomed trails. All guests are given vehicle and safety instructions, making rentals accessible to any skill level.

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  • A person standing on rocky hilltop next to an ATV, facing distant snow-capped mountains and pine trees.
    A smiling couple holding helmets while standing on a mountain trail next to ATVs and the Vail Valley the background.
    A person riding a red ATV up a dirt trail surrounded by green hills and pine trees under a blue sky.
    Two people riding ATVs on a dusty mountain trail with forested hills and the Vail Valley in the background.
    Two people riding ATVs on a dirt trail through a scenic, hilly landscape with trees and autumn colors.
    A person standing on rocky hilltop next to an ATV, facing distant snow-capped mountains and pine trees.A smiling couple holding helmets while standing on a mountain trail next to ATVs and the Vail Valley the background.A person riding a red ATV up a dirt trail surrounded by green hills and pine trees under a blue sky.Two people riding ATVs on a dusty mountain trail with forested hills and the Vail Valley in the background.Two people riding ATVs on a dirt trail through a scenic, hilly landscape with trees and autumn colors.

    ATV rentals

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    2-8 hours
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    Single and double available

    Go where you want, when you want, with an ATV rental from Nova Guides. With powerful machines and endless backcountry to discover, you have the freedom to ride at your own pace and make the adventure your own.

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  • A view from a side-by-side vehicle driving down a dirt road through the Vail Valley with mountains ahead.
    A person standing on rocky hilltop near an side-by-side vehicle, overlooking green mountains under a cloudy sky.
    A person standing beside two side-by-side vehicles on a dirt road in a scenic Vail Valley landscape.
    Three side-by-side vehicles drive up a winding trail lined with yellow autumn trees and distant mountains.
    A view from a side-by-side vehicle driving down a dirt road through the Vail Valley with mountains ahead.A person standing on rocky hilltop near an side-by-side vehicle, overlooking green mountains under a cloudy sky.A person standing beside two side-by-side vehicles on a dirt road in a scenic Vail Valley landscape.Three side-by-side vehicles drive up a winding trail lined with yellow autumn trees and distant mountains.

    Side-by-side rentals

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    2-8 hours

    Go off-road on your own terms! No set routes — just you, a side-by-side, the trail, and endless backcountry to explore. Tackle rocky terrain, wind through dense forests, and take in breathtaking alpine views.

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Uncharted Society

We are a proud partner of the Uncharted Society, BRP’s experience partnership program. Featuring 200+ of the top operators in the industry and 400+ unique experiences around the world, the Uncharted Society is your #1 source for transformative powersports experiences.

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