Two elk with large antlers resting on a grassy field with scattered rocks, mountains with patches of snow in the background, and a cloudy blue sky.

Guided Tours of

Rocky Mountain National Park

and Other Western Wonders

*Full refund when canceling 24 hours before tour starts

Two people outdoors, one looking through a spotting scope on a tripod, the other observing with binoculars around their neck, surrounded by autumn foliage and trees.

About

Tour the West is based in Boulder, Colorado. All tours are catered to each guest. Whether you want your tour to center around wildlife viewing or scenic photography, we can accommodate that. Just let us know! All tours include personalized dining options and entrance fees into national grounds.

If you're unsure about your plans, we uphold a full refund policy for cancellations made at least 24 hours before departure.

Ford Transit Van with High Roof

Vehicle & Gear

Tours are guided in a spacious, all-wheel-drive Ford passenger van with a high roof and EcoBoost engine. The van can accommodate 14 passengers.

Each vehicle comes equipped with binoculars for every guest, a professional-grade spotting scope, rain gear, sunscreen, a first aid kit, and other essentials to keep you comfortable and prepared for the adventure ahead.

Tour Guide Itai Boneh

Staff

Tour the West founder Itai Boneh grew up in Boulder, Colorado, where time in the Rocky Mountains fostered his love for nature. With a Master’s in Environmental Science from Yale University, he began his career as an environmental consultant before realizing his passion for guiding. Today, Itai combines his expertise and enthusiasm to share the beauty of the natural world with others.

  • ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ "Our trip to Colorado was AMAZING because of Tour the West. Our guide picked my family up from our hotel and drove us to the best spots to see ELK, BIG HORN SHEEP, and even BEARS! All while in the comfort of an enormous van. Can’t recommend this tour enough!"

    —Lori R.

  • ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ "This is a wonderful tour! Our guide picked us up and dropped us off. Talk about curb-side service! The company itself stayed in touch with us until we got into the car. We appreciated that. It's nice to be kept informed."

    Gretchen W.

  • ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ "The best part of our trip to Boulder was the wildlife tour with our local guide! We learned so much about the animals and history. We saw elk and a moose! Having the scope added another level of being close up. Highly recommend."

    Timothy M.