Join Birding Man Adventures for a guided hike through Colorado’s spruce-fir forests, followed by a relaxing soak in a hot spring. Discover wildlife, historical sites, and rejuvenate in natural thermal waters on this 8-hour private tour.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have a moderate level of fitness, comfortable with uphill hiking and walking on uneven terrain for extended periods.
Wildlife
History
The area was once a bustling mining hub in the late 19th century, and traces of its heritage can still be seen in the preserved mining town stop.
Conservation
Birding Man Adventures follows Leave No Trace principles and supports local conservation efforts to protect fragile alpine ecosystems.
Birding Man Adventures
Join Birding Man Adventures for a guided hike through Colorado’s spruce-fir forests, followed by a relaxing soak in a hot spring. Discover wildlife, historical sites, and rejuvenate in natural thermal waters on this 8-hour private tour.
Birding Man Adventures is a Denver, Colorado–based outfitter specializing in guided birding and wildlife tours across Colorado and international destinations. The company operates a varied schedule of experiences that range from short half-day accessible outings to full-day field trips and multi-day expeditions such as a 10-day northern Ecuador birding tour.
Trip offerings include shortgrass prairie birding at Pawnee National Grassland (with species like Mountain Plover and Lark Bunting), reduced-mobility birding options with comfortable seating and backyard habitat visits, mountain canyon excursions to search for bighorn sheep, an evening elk rut observation with picnic dinner, combined birding-and-brewery outings supporting Denver Audubon, Front Range raptor days focused on Bald Eagles and other raptors, scenic visits to Pike’s Peak and Garden of the Gods, high-country hikes with hot-spring soaks, and a multi-hour Golden Eagle and Townsend’s Solitaire search near Denver.
Guides are experienced naturalists who emphasize species identification, habitat interpretation, and responsible wildlife viewing. Several itineraries include logistical conveniences such as hotel pickup and picnic options where noted, and accessibility is explicitly offered through a Reduced Mobility Birding program available as half-day or full-day options.
Conservation and community support are integrated into trip design: select tours donate portions of proceeds to organizations such as Denver Audubon and the Nature Conservancy and partner with local initiatives on international trips. Trip lengths, meeting points, and seasonal availability are provided at reservation time to set accurate expectations for participants.
Base Location
Denver, CO
Guided departures from Denver
Trip Lengths
Half-day to 10-day
Options from short outings to expeditions
Tours Offered
10 trips
Prairie, mountain, and international tours
Conservation Support
Local partners
Select trips support conservation groups
Choose a tour, view available dates, and reserve a guided experience that matches mobility needs, interests, and schedule.
Stay Hydrated Throughout the Hike
Bring plenty of water, especially at higher altitudes, to maintain energy and avoid dehydration.
Wear Layered Clothing
Mountain weather can change quickly, so dress in layers to adjust comfortably throughout the day.
Wear Sturdy Hiking Footwear
Opt for shoes with good traction to handle uneven, moderately challenging terrain safely.
Bring a Camera with Extra Batteries
Capture wildlife, scenic views, and historic town sites; cold temperatures may drain batteries faster.
Hiking Boots
Provide ankle support and grip on rocky or uneven ground.
Layered Clothing
Allows for quick adaptation to weather changes in mountainous areas.
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Water Bottle or Hydration Pack
Keep hydrated during the moderately strenuous hike.
Insect Repellent
Helps prevent bug bites during warmer months.
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