Welcome to San Juan Expeditions
As the guide service of Silverton and Durango Colorado, San Juan Expeditions is a year-round guide service that offers our clients jaw-dropping climbing and trekking opportunities in the summer while our guided skiing, ice climbing, and avalanche education keep our guests busy in the winter. As the only year-round guide service headquartered in Silverton, we are uniquely qualified to share our world-class backyard with you, your friends, and your family. Offering programs to match any experience level, from novice to expert, we look forward to having our AMGA educated & certified guides foster an unforgettable experience for you.
“If you are looking to move safely through some of the most gnarly terrain in the continental US then San Juan Expeditions in Silverton is the place to go. They have an extremely knowledgeable team and can educate you on avalanche safety and backcountry travel. From a short day tour to a multi-day expedition they are equipped with the skills to make it happen.”
— Kevin Roemer
“Just completed a terrific AIARE 1 course. Instructors Matt and Kam were kind, knowledgeable, and fun to be around. They did an excellent job of fostering a welcoming and caring learning environment and most of the learning was student-driven and hands on. I left feeling more competent and confident in my ability to recognize and manage risk in avalanche terrain. 10/10 recommend!”
— Zachary Conrad
Popular Summer Adventures
Ouray Via Ferrata
Spend your day with us, hanging from iron cables and climbing a European style via ferrata! Enjoy a half day of climbing on the Ouray Via Ferrata with San Juan Expeditions. The Downstream Route provides climbing…
View Trip : Ouray Via FerrataDurango Rock Climbing
Experience an unforgettable adventure scaling rock walls in Durango, CO The town of Durango offers multiple opportunities to rock climb at a variety of cliffs perfect for all ages and abilities. Situated in the Animas…
View Trip : Durango Rock ClimbingHiking
Join a local guide to show you the best trails in the San Juans We offer short day (4 hrs) or full day (6 hrs) private custom mountain hikes daily on request. Our team of experienced…
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Trip Journal
Japow: Japan Powder Skiing
Pow Pow, Japow!! Says Mako, our local Japanese certified ski guide, in his deep voice…
Continue Reading : Japow: Japan Powder SkiingRoad Kill & First Tracks
Road Kill & First Tracks is a tale of a group of intrepid skiers and…
Continue Reading : Road Kill & First TracksThe backcountry will be different this year: What avalanche course should I take this season?
Do I really need a ski pass this winter or should I just sign up…
Continue Reading : The backcountry will be different this year: What avalanche course should I take this season?How I got into Ski Mountaineering; Skiing Wilson Peak and Mt. Sneffels
Hi, Luca here I am the new Intern for San Juan Expeditions. I wrote this…
Continue Reading : How I got into Ski Mountaineering; Skiing Wilson Peak and Mt. Sneffels