Nature & Wildlife Tours
by Birding Man

The most immersive and educational nature and wildlife tours in Denver and Colorado. Founded by professional naturalist guide Dr. Ryan Dibala, Birding Man Wildlife Tours gets you off the beaten path to help you find your wild. Our half-day, full-day, multi-day, and international tours offer unparalleled opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife viewing. Each tour is designed to provide engaging, science-based insights, connecting you to the natural world in a meaningful way.

Looking for something unique? We welcome special tour requests and customized adventures to match your interests. Reach out today to start planning!

The most immersive and educational nature and wildlife tours in Denver and Colorado. Founded by professional naturalist guide Dr. Ryan Dibala, Birding Man Wildlife Tours gets you off the beaten path to help you find your wild. Our half-day, full-day, multi-day, and international tours offer unparalleled opportunities for birdwatching and wildlife viewing. Each tour is designed to provide engaging, science-based insights, connecting you to the natural world in a meaningful way.

Looking for something unique? We welcome special tour requests and customized adventures to match your interests. Reach out today to start planning!

Birding Man guests in the mountains

Guided Tours of Colorado’s Diverse Wildlife & Nature

Half Day Tours

Ideal for those short on time, our half-day tours provide an exciting introduction to Colorado’s wildlife. Venture into the Denver foothills or scenic mountain trails, where you’ll spot native birds, elk, and bighorn sheep in their natural habitats. With expert guidance and a focus on birdwatching, these tours offer a rewarding way to experience nature up close.

A bighorn sheep seen during a wildlife tour near Denver, Colorado.

Features: Wildlife Spotting / Birdwatching

Private tour searching for Colorado’s state mammal and foothills birds.

Price Per Group:

$300.00 USD

Two raccoons hiding in a tree during winter in Colorado.

Features: Relaxation / Nature Walk

Private nature tour for couples. Romantic charcuterie board included.

Price Per Group:

$300.00 USD

A glacier in the Colorado Mountains.

Features: Nature Hike / Wildlife Spotting

Public tour with guided nature hike to a glacier, lunch, & soak in a hot spring.

Price Per Person:

$200.00 USD

Full-Day Tours

For a deeper adventure, our full-day tours take you further into the wild, offering extended time for wildlife tours and immersive exploration. Trek through Colorado’s diverse landscapes, from alpine tundra to lush valleys, in search of moose, eagles, and elusive mountain species. Whether you’re interested in birdwatching, photography, or just soaking in nature, these tours provide an unparalleled outdoor experience.

A couple with a wheelchair in a forest on an accessible birdwatching tour.

Features: Relaxation / Birdwatching

Connect with nature in the quietest yet most accessible corners of Colorado

Price Per Group:

$300.00-$495.00 USD

The head of a bald eagle, bird of prey.

Features: Birdwatching / Wildlife Spotting

Private or Public birds of prey workshop with lunch.

Price Per Group:

$525.00 USD

A jeep doing an off road nature and wildlife tour through Rocky Mountain National Park.

Features: Scenic Views / Wildlife Spotting

Private jeep tour exploring Colorado’s most famous National Park

Price Per Group:

$525.00 USD

A few of the mountain in the Pawnee grasslands during a birdwatching tour.

Features: Rare Birds / Wildlife Spotting

Private tour exploring the largest protected short-grass prairie in the US.

Price Per Group:

$495.00 USD

A view of the summit of Pike's Peak near the Garden of the Gods in Colorado.

Features: Nature Walk / Scenic Views

Private tour exploring the natural landscapes of Colorado Springs.

Price Per Group:

$525.00 USD

The sign entering Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado Springs.

Features: Nature Hike / Wildlife Spotting

Private or Public tour of Colorado’s most famous National Park.

Price Per Person / Group:

$170.00 / $525.00 USD

Multi-Day Tours

For a truly immersive wildlife experience, join one of our multi-day tours. On the Mountain Chicken Chase, you’ll seek out five remarkable species of mountain grouse along with other high-elevation specialty birds. The Grouse Lek Trek offers a once-in-a-lifetime spectacle as you journey into wide-open plains to witness the dramatic mating dances of Greater and Lesser Prairie-Chickens. Or, celebrate the season by joining “Wings of Winter”, where you’ll explore New Mexico’s rich variety of birds and wildlife at a time of great abundance.

A White-tailed Ptarmigan in the snow in Colorado.

Features: Rare Birds / Photography

Find all five of Colorado’s mountain grouse on this 6-day expedition through montane forests, sagebrush parks, and alpine tundra.

Price Per Person:

$2,000 USD

A White-tailed Ptarmigan in the snow in Colorado.

Features: Rare Birds / Photography

Find six species of Colorado grouse on this 10-day expedition through montane forests, sagebrush parks, alpine tundra, and shortgrass prairie.

Price Per Person:

$3,240 USD

A White-tailed Ptarmigan in the snow in Colorado.

New Mexico: Wings of Winter

Features: Rare Birds / Photography

Discover the magic of the “Land of Enchantment” on this 6-day winter adventure. This is a season of bounty—tens of thousands of Sandhill Cranes, Snow and Ross’s Geese fill the skies over Bosque del Apache, Rosy-finches flock to mountain feeders, and hardy desert birds like Cactus Wrens and Greater Roadrunners bring color and charisma to the high desert.

Price Per Person:

$2,350 USD

International Tours

Take your nature tours beyond Colorado with our exclusive international tours to the most biodiverse destinations on Earth. Explore Ecuador’s cloud forests, the Galápagos Islands, and Costa Rica’s vibrant jungles, where exotic birds and rare wildlife thrive. These multi-day wildlife tours offer extraordinary opportunities for birdwatching and unforgettable encounters with nature’s most remarkable creatures.

A male toucan sitting on a tree in Costa Rica.

Features: Birding / Wildlife observation

A relaxed 10-day tour focused on birding, natural history, and conservation

Price Per Person:

$3,600.00 USD

Two toucans eating bananas in the rainforests of Ecuador.

Features: Birding / Wildlife observation

Explore the Ecuadorian Andes, a world of exotic birds, epic landscapes, and vibrant culture

Price Per Person:

$3,400.00 USD

A sea turtle swimming in the Galapagos.

Features: Birding / Wildlife observation

Discover the Galápagos by land and sea, encountering unique wildlife and stunning landscapes

Price Per Person:

$4,250.00+ USD