About Durango Jeep Tours
Discover the spectacular scenery of La Plata Canyon only 20 minutes from Durango on a Durango Jeep Tour!
La Plata Canyon was carved by an ancient glacier not-so-long-ago, geologically speaking anyway. Today, the rugged ravine is doused in alpine paradise where you’ll find small waterfalls cascading down the cliffs, hallways of glimmering aspens, and wildlife scurrying between meadows. Like we said, paradise!
La Plata, meaning “Silver” in Spanish, was mined for many years before the price of silver dropped in the early 20th century. Somehow after hundreds of harsh winters, remnants of “La Plata City” (established in 1875), still stand in the canyon today.
The La Plata Canyon route follows the La Plata River, naturally— and starts fairly smooth until about halfway up the canyon. The road becomes quite rutted and steep where high clearance, 4WD, and an affinity for the person sitting next to you is required.
En route to the panoramic viewpoint of these Rocky Mountain peaks, you’ll see avalanche gullies, multicolored meadows, and hopefully some critters! Some of the residents in La Plata Canyon include marmots, mule deer, elk, juncos, kingfishers, turkey vultures, red-tailed hawks and bald eagles.
Durango Jeep Tours start at $99.00
Durango Jeep Tour – Discover the La Plata Mountains
Jeep Tour Options
Durango, Colorado
On the 1/4 day trip you’ll adventure into Columbus Basin, filled with wildflowers, waterfalls & wildlife.
- Standard Tour: Adult $84 | Youth $79
La Plata Canyon
On the 1/2 day trip you’ll see panoramic views of mountain peaks and abundant wildlife.
- Standard Tour: Adult $119 | Youth $99
- Premium Tour: $149
La Plata Canyon
On the 1/2 day trip you’ll see panoramic views of mountain peaks and abundant wildlife.
- Standard Tour: Adult $119 | Youth $99
- Premium Tour: $149
Jeep Package Tour Options
Durango, CO
Explore La Plata Canyon in a jeep and raft the Animas River in Durango in one day!
- Adult: $239.20
- Youth: $204.70
Mesa Verde & Durango
Explore Mesa Verde and La Plata Canyon all in one day!
Youth: $227.70
Adult: $273.70
Silverton, CO
Combining the Million Dollar Sky Way, the famous Silverton train and an interpretive, off road tour to Colorado’s most preserved mining towns creates the total Colorado package!
- Adult: $199
- Youth: $159
Custom Durango Jeep Tour
Enjoy a custom tour designed just for your group! Meet at your choice of time (Durango Office or your lodging) and return up to 4 hours later. $1099 (up to 8 guests)
Why Jeep Tour with Mild to Wild?
Trip Provisions
- Custom converted open air 4x4 jeeps
- Canvas coverings for inclement weather
- Rain ponchos
- Fleece blankets
- Scavenger hunt option for kids!
- Cold bottled water
- Free on site parking
- Gift shop for your last minute needs
Professional, Interpretive & Entertaining Guides
- Experts in local history, geology, and ecology
- Experienced in off road 4x4 trail navigation
- Certified in CPR & First Aid
Our Commitment
to You
Recent Reviews From Our Guests
Stephen England2025-08-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great trip with Art. Learned a lot Sharon Chinnis2025-08-18Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Was a great adventure, tour guide on jeep excursion Art was fantastic as was Larry who drove us to our jeep ride Dani P2025-08-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had a great time paddling with this group. Everyone was knowledgeable and very friendly. Our guide ZB was great and made sure we were safe and enjoying our time. We will be back for the fun and the staff! Keep Zb around! Brenda Cobleigh2025-08-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a great visit to Mesa Verde with our guide Cat. It saved us from driving the winding roads and we got a lot of insider knowledge. Food and drinks were provided and we had a nice small group of 6. Picking up in Mancos was easy. And Cat even took photos and videos for us. The Cliff Palace tour was very doable and worthwhile. Ryan Johnson2025-08-17Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Ton of fun, guides were awesome 😎 M. McL.2025-08-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our tour guide, Cat, was fantastic, answering all our questions and showing real care for us. Thanks to her we had a wonderful day in Mesa Verde. Keenan Brophy2025-08-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. 10/10 — would let Justin yell at me to paddle harder again, it was electric. Tom Tworoger2025-08-15Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Skyler, our guide, did a super job. He really helped my grandson and made sure he had a wonderful. time. The trip down the river and the entire staff did a great job. Lori Imeson2025-08-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent Jeep tour in the area of Silverton. Jay was funny and very knowledgeable about the area. Enjoyed a moose sighting, and a bit of rockhounding while taking in the amazing views. If given the opportunity, ask for Jay.
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Payments & Cancellations
Payment Options
- 1/2 down, 1/2 charged 30 days prior to trip.
- 1/3 down with remaining balance charged in thirds.
- Call for other arrangements!
Free Courtesy Hold
We don’t want you to miss out on this trip so we’ll hold your spots, payment-free, for 24hrs while you make your final arrangements & prepare for payment.
Fees
In addition to the listed trip cost, we collect an additional 9% for River and Land Access Fees (ie. Forest Service, BLM, City, Private Land Use).
Cancellation Policy
Receive a 90% refund with written notice 36 hours or more before the trip.
Trip Change Option:
Up to 12 hours prior to departure, trips can be rescheduled for a different day and/or time. The price of this change policy is 5% of the total trip cost. Upgrade only available at time of reservation and must be applied to each seat.