Private Tour
Private Three Hour Afternoon Custom Tour of Rocky Mountain National Park
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Custom tour designed for you and where your interests are. We are not on a schedule and can even adapt as we go depending upon what we find on your special day.
I am a local historian and naturalist who has lived in the area for over 50 years. I consider myself an interpreter of nature adding color to the already stunning beauty you'll see. We'll concentrate on the myriad wildlife, the diverse biology, and incredible geology of the Rockies. We'll also get insight into what it might have been like for early pioneers and lodge keepers as well as indigenous people like the Arapaho, Cheyenne, and Ute.
My tours are completely flexible so if you want to hike for 3 or 4 miles, great! Or if you just want sit back and relax and enjoy the view that's fine too! Either way we'll stop often to photograph and talk about the amazing sights.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Rocky Mountain National Park
This tour begins with meeting your party at your lodging in Estes Park or at the Estes Park Visitor Center on 500 Big Thompson Ave. We'll make a few short stops to view historical sites and look for wildlife in the Estes Valley before heading into Rocky Mountain National Park. In winter our destination is Bear Lake for breathtaking snowy scenery or maybe a short snowshoe walk in the forest! In summer our destination is Trail Ridge Road the highest continuous road in the US. Both tours include plenty of stops for wildlife viewing, photography and a short hike as you and the time allow.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
National Park Reservation
National Park Pass
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Private Three Hour Afternoon Custom Tour of Rocky Mountain National Park
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Reviews
130 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Call Bruce!,,
patrickfS1502BX,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A+. Bruce is the best guide we have had, he has such knowledge. And very interested in your interests. We highly recommend him .
Bruce was amazing! My...
Kenzie C,,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Bruce was amazing! My fiancé and I had never been to RMNP and we decided to take a private tour to learn about the park. Bruce did an incredible job explaining wildlife, the mountains, trails, historical sites, etc. He even had photos, maps, and historical books to show the changes in the park. In addition, he would drop us off on short trails, encourage us to take our time to hike/sight see, and he would pick us up at the end. As a teacher myself, it takes a lot of talent to keep your audience engaged for 3 hours — and he did just that! He is passionate about the park and a great teacher on all topics! If you are looking for a great way to learn and have an in depth look into the park, Bruce is your guy!
Awesome Experience!
103macib,,Oct 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing experience! We learned so much on our tour about the history of the area as well as seeing so many beautiful spots! Our tour guide was fabulous!
Estes Park Tour
Tanya S,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Bruce is extremely knowledgeable and friendly. I would suggest that moving forward he have water available in the vehicle for his guests. Three hours at high altitude when you are unfamiliar with the area is key. The only other suggestion would be that the site inform that the tour is in an SUV. As it sits in the middle of jeep tours making it seem like it is a jeep tour. Otherwise it was fantastic and really appreciated Bruce’s knowledge of the park geology and history.
Great Experience
kevinkF9797HO,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I hired a 3 hour guided tour for my daughter and her foreign e change student from Germany to explore Rocky Mountain National Park. Their guide Ron was very interested in what the gals were interested in doing and came up with the perfect plan for the afternoon. Ron was very educational and shared a lot of history on each of their excursions. They really enjoyed the afternoon.
Great RMNP tour and guide
Brian S,,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Tours were fantastic. Scenery was fantastic. We were fortunate to have excellent weather and to see a lot of wild life. Took 2 tours on 2 consecutive days with Bruce in the Rcky Mt Nat Pk. He was terrific. His has extensive knowledge of the park, its history and wildlife. It was a pleasure to be with him.
Excellent tour
Odyssey667537,,Oct 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bruce was excellent in accommodating my family. He was very knowledgeable and took us to some amazing places. We were so pleased with our booking
We had a wonderful time....
Kenneth D,,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time. Bruce our guide was very knowledgeable about every aspect of the park and all the flora and fauna. We enjoyed listening to him tell the history of the area. If anyone takes this tour, I highly recommend asking for Bruce to be the guide!
Don’t hesitate to book a tour - Well worth it!
Miss710,,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bruce is highly knowledgeable of RMNP and the Estes Park area. We learned so much in the three hours of the tour. He went above & beyond to assure we had a memorable experience. Don’t bother with trying to schedule an appointment to get into RMNP. Just book a tour, relax and learn.
It was a perfect day! ...
Anne H,,Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a perfect day! Bruce was very knowledgeable, friendly and kind. We had a great time! We appreciated his recommendation for our drive back through the mountains.
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