Full Day Rock Climbing Tour: Mixed Group Tour

Guided

Duration: 7 hours

Durango

Features

Kid Friendly

Locally Owned

Shuttle Included

Small Group Sizes

Beginner Friendly

Instant Book

$220 Solo Tour

(For one person.)

$155 Small Group

(Priced per person. 2 person minimum.)

$145 Large Group

(Priced per person. 4 person minimum.)

Description

Full-Day Guided Durango Rock Climbing Tour - Mixed Group Tour

Spend a full day immersed in nature while climbing world-class rock faces just minutes from downtown Durango. This full-day mixed group tour gives you plenty of time to learn, climb, rest, and repeat. It’s an ideal adventure for both newcomers and returning climbers who want to improve their technique, explore multiple routes, or simply spend a relaxing day outside doing something fun and exciting. The longer format allows for a slower pace, more time for instruction, and more chances to climb to your heart’s content.

Our certified PCGI guides will tailor the day to match the range of experience levels in the group, offering a variety of climbs that challenge and support everyone equally. Along the way, you’ll enjoy a delicious organic lunch and snacks while taking in the beautiful surroundings. The vibe is collaborative, fun, and welcoming—perfect for solo travelers, couples, or small groups who want to enjoy a shared adventure.

Duration

6-7 hours

Location / Where to Meet

We'll provide transportation to and from your lodging (within 5 miles of Durango’s city center). If you are staying farther outside of town we will establish a spot to meet and transport you from there, or we can meet at the trailhead. We'll be in touch in advance of the tour to establish a meeting point.

As this is a group tour, please recognize your guide will be making multiple stops to pick up and drop off other guests. Please be on time with your set pick-up time to avoid delaying the entire tour.

Ages & Requirments

Minimum Age: 8 years old

No experience required!

Due to the limitations of our insurance provider, we are unable to take guests that are under the age of 8 climbing. They are still welcome to come on the tour and hang out as long as they are being supervised by a parent or legal guardian, but they will not be able to climb.

For groups with young kids (8+) or who may require a slower pace, we recommend reserving a private rock climbing tour, which can be tailored to your groups ability levels.

What’s Included

Use of our Osprey Daylite Plus backpacks (20L volume)
Use of our professional climbing gear (helmets, harnesses, and shoes)
Use of our adjustable trekking poles to get to the climbing area, if you would like
Snacks: Guides will provide a variety of snacks for guests to pack into their daypacks at the trailhead, if they would like.
Lunch: Gourmet Sandwich & Chips from Durango Natural Foods, utilizing predominantly local and organic ingredients on locally made organic sourdough. Please let us know ahead of time of any food allergies and dietary restrictions. Vegan/Vegetarian/GF options are available.
Transportation to and from your lodging (within 5 miles of Durango’s city center) or an established meeting location
A medically trained and well experienced climbing guide certified in the industry. Guides are aware of local dangers and how to mitigate them, and are excited to share their passion for the outdoors with you; as well as their favorite places to eat in town!

What's Not Included

Rain jacket and a variety of layers
Appropriate footwear
Lodging
Personalized Snacks
Trip and Medical Insurance
Water bottles/water badders (ability to carry 1 liter is required)
Guide Gratuity

What to Bring

Rain Jacket (even if the weather calls for pure sunshine, that isn’t always accurate and it can change quickly here)
A variety of clothing layers to adjust to speed of movement and varying weather conditions that will likely occur. Athletic clothing is preferred.
A hat to protect from the intense Colorado sun
Sunglasses
Long-sleeve sun shirt (not required, but definitely recommended for this environment)
Sunscreen
Your all-time favorite trail snacks
2 liters of water. 1 liter is required, and 2 liters is highly recommended. (We will have a large water jug in the vehicle to top up water bottles at the trailhead.)
Appropriate footwear: Getting to and from the climbing routes has a wide variety of terrain and exposure to cacti. For this reason, we highly recommend closed-toes shoes/hiking boots, and footwear with quality traction. (flip-flops are not allowed and sandals are highly discouraged)

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FAQs

What’s the difference between the half-day and full-day Durango climbing tours?

Our half-day tour lasts around 4 to 4.5 hours and is perfect for individuals or smaller groups who want to try climbing for the first time or squeeze in an adventure with limited time. The full-day experience runs 6–7 hours and gives you more time to climb a variety of routes, relax in nature, and enjoy a more spacious, unrushed day—especially great for larger groups or folks who just want to soak it all in.

Is this tour beginner-friendly?

Yes! This tour is highly customizable to match your comfort level and experience. Whether it’s your very first time climbing or you're already confident on the rock, we’ve got you covered with routes ranging from beginner to advanced. Our guides are supportive, patient, and love helping people push their limits safely and confidently.

What if I'm afraid of heights?

You’re not alone—fear of heights is completely normal! Rock climbing can be a powerful and safe way to work through that fear with the help of certified, encouraging guides. You’ll never be pressured to go higher than you’re comfortable with. For some guests, getting five feet off the ground is the win of the day!

How physically fit do I need to be?

You don’t need to be an athlete, but a general baseline of fitness is helpful. Our routes vary in difficulty and we’ll work with your group’s abilities to create the best experience. You just need to have enough physical fitness to carry a light backpack and walk for up to 45 minutes at altitude, with multiple breaks along the way. If you can go on a light hike and have a willingness to try something new, you’ll do great.

Where does the climbing take place?

All of our climbing locations are within 10 minutes of Durango and sit at an elevation of around 6,600–7,000 feet—perfect for acclimating if you’re just arriving in the area. We’ll choose the crag that best matches your group’s goals and experience.

Cancellation Policy

We understand that life happens, and you might need to cancel your tour with us after you have booked it. All tours are eligible to be rescheduled at no cost for up to 6 months past the original booking date, if desired dates are available. If you need to cancel completely:

Guest Cancellation/Refund Breakdown: