Denver, Colorado’s Top Rated Tour Company
Birding Man Wildlife Tours is a top-rated tour operator in Denver, Colorado, specializing in nature and wildlife tours. Our expert naturalist guides take you deep into the wild to spot Colorado’s most iconic wildlife—Bighorn Sheep, Moose, Ptarmigan, Rosy Finch, and more.
With small group sizes, personalized attention, and science-based insights, we ensure an unforgettable experience that connects you to the natural world. Our mission is to inspire a love for nature that perpetuates a lifetime commitment to conservation.
Birding Man Wildlife Tours is a top-rated tour operator in Denver, Colorado, specializing in nature and wildlife tours. Our expert naturalist guides take you deep into the wild to spot Colorado’s most iconic wildlife—Bighorn Sheep, Moose, Ptarmigan, Rosy Finch, and more.
With small group sizes, personalized attention, and science-based insights, we ensure an unforgettable experience that connects you to the natural world. Our mission is to inspire a love for nature that perpetuates a lifetime commitment to conservation.
From scenic hikes to expert-led birding and wildlife expeditions, we offer adventures for every nature lover, designed to showcase Colorado’s diverse landscapes and incredible wildlife.
Meet Your Tour Guide
Ryan Dibala, Ph.D.
Birding Man
Ryan Dibala, Ph.D.—Birding Man—is a certified Master Naturalist, educator, and experienced tour operator based in Colorado. His journey in wildlife and conservation began 16 years ago as a researcher restoring Bald Eagles to Channel Islands National Park. Since then, he has studied avian ecology in Costa Rica, worked on conservation projects in Ecuador as a Peace Corps volunteer, and earned an M.S. in Biology researching Cerulean Warblers.
Ryan later worked as a Forest Restoration Consultant in Panama before earning his Ph.D. in agroforestry at the University of Missouri. He has taught conservation biology in South Africa and Chilean Patagonia, guided backcountry expeditions, and is fluent in Spanish. Passionate about the connection between education, ecology, and sustainable land use, Ryan now leads a nature and wildlife tour company in Colorado, helping others discover and appreciate the natural world. He lives in Arvada, Colorado, with his wife Angie and their dog, Sushi.
PUBLICATIONS
Dibala R., Jose S., Hall J., Bolívar-Vergara D.M. (2023) Silvopasture in Panama: An Overview of Research and Practice. In: Chará, J., Jose, S. (eds) Silvopastoral Systems of Meso America and Northern South America. Springer, Cham.
Dibala R., Jose S., Udawatta R.P. (2021) Silvopasture for Food Security in a Changing Climate. In: Udawatta R.P., Jose S. (eds) Agroforestry and Ecosystem Services.
Dibala, R., Jose, S., Gold, M., et al. Initial Performance of Red Mulberry (Morus rubra L.) Under a Light Gradient: An Overlooked Alternative Livestock Forage. Agroforest
Dibala, R., Jose, S., Gold, M. et al. Tree Density Effects on Soil, Herbage Mass and Nutritive Value of Understory Megathyrsus Maximus in a Seasonally Dry Tropical Silvopasture in Panama. Agroforest Syst 95, 741–753 (2021).
Islam, K., Wagner, J., Dibala, R. et al. Cerulean Warbler (Setophaga cerulea) Response to Changes in Forest Structure in Indiana. Ornitologia Neotropical 23, 355-341 (2012).
Nature & Wildlife Tour Operator in Denver,
Across Colorado & Beyond
Half-Day Tours
Our half-day tours provide a quick yet immersive look at Colorado’s diverse wildlife and landscapes. Led by expert naturalists, these excursions near Denver offer a chance to spot Bighorn Sheep, Moose, and unique bird species. Ideal for families and beginners, they combine adventure, education, and scenic beauty in just a few hours.
Full-Day Tours
Our full-day tours take you deeper into Colorado’s wilderness for a full day of discovery. Explore alpine peaks, grasslands, and iconic sites like Pikes Peak while searching for wildlife. With expert guides and breathtaking scenery, these tours offer an in-depth look at the region’s rich ecology and rated some of the best tours in Denver and throughout Colorado state.
Multi-Day Tours
Our multi-day tours include the spectacular Grouse Lek Tour in Colorado and international expeditions to some of the world’s richest wildlife destinations. From stunning bird displays to immersive nature experiences, these expertly guided journeys offer unforgettable encounters with diverse ecosystems and unique cultures across Central & South America.
Our Commitment to Conservation
Birding Man Wildlife Tours is dedicated to preserving wildlife and their habitats through responsible ecotourism. With over 500 bird species, Colorado is among the most species-rich states in the U.S., but climate change and habitat loss continue to threaten its biodiversity. Across North America, bird populations have declined by nearly 30% since 1970, making conservation more critical than ever.
We are committed to giving back by dedicating a minimum of 5% of our net profits to conservation efforts. This includes supporting environmental nonprofits, purchasing habitat stamps, and partnering with private landowners who protect wildlife habitats. Each of our tours directly contributes to conservation, ensuring that nature tourism plays a role in protecting the landscapes and species we cherish.
Birding Man Wildlife Tours is dedicated to preserving wildlife and their habitats through responsible ecotourism. 
With over 500 bird species, Colorado is among the most species-rich states in the U.S., but climate change and habitat loss continue to threaten its biodiversity. Across North America, bird populations have declined by nearly 30% since 1970, making conservation more critical than ever.
We are committed to giving back by dedicating a minimum of 5% of our net profits to conservation efforts. 
This includes supporting environmental nonprofits, purchasing habitat stamps, and partnering with private landowners who protect wildlife habitats. Each of our tours directly contributes to conservation, ensuring that nature tourism plays a role in protecting the landscapes and species we cherish.
Donations To Conservation Causes
$3,958.93
* To over 12 great causes including Denver Audubon, The Nature Conservancy, Bosque Bonito Reforestation, American Birding Association, and more.
