San Juan Expeditions
About Us
Welcome to San Juan Expeditions the guide service of Silverton and Durango Colorado. As a year-round guide service, we offer 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.
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Reviews
Trip: AIARE Avy 1 Course
Guide: Matthew C., Christopher E.
Matthew and Sunshine far exceeded expectations in the best way. These are the guys you want to learn from.
By Kenneth S. on February 06, 2023
Trip: PRIVATE | Slaydies Companion Rescue
Guide: Sarah M.
Sarah was an amazing guide for the companion rescue course. She had a plethora of valuable education and information to offer and supported us as we practiced skills she taught us. She welcomed questions, feedback and reflection time with our practice which gave me more confidence in what to work on as I practice these skills outside of the course.
By Katie M. on February 05, 2023
Trip: PRIVATE | Slaydies Companion Rescue
Guide: Sarah M.
Sarah and her teammate Chelsi were amazing. Great combination of support, affirmation, thought provoking correction, and intimate wisdom while being completely humble, thankful, and open to other people’s experiences. I felt informed and empowered the entire day. Couldn’t ask for a better learning environment. Highly recommend!
By Chelsea S. on February 05, 2023
Trip: Powder Term Program| Avalanche Rescue
Guide: Jack K.
Jack and his team at SJE made a day in the cold and wind with 18 middle schoolers an absolute blast! They supported Powder Term's students to learn more about avalanche safety and rescue scenarios by providing us with real practice and experience in backcountry terrain with proper gear. The guides are world class - experienced AND phenomenal teachers. While we hope to never have to use the skills we learned in a real-life situation, we are grateful for their thoughtful teachings and practice. We can't wait to come back year after year!
By Annika N. on February 02, 2023
Trip: AIARE Avy 1 Course
Guide: Matthew C., Anne C.
Matthew and Anne were great. They were thorough and knowledgeable. They also were very patient with our group when we were trying learn all the different apps and routes. They also did a wonderful job guiding us through the San Juan mountains. Highly recommend these two! Crystal Foster
By Crystal F. on February 02, 2023
Trip: AIARE Avy 1 Course
Guide: Matthew C., Anne C.
This crew is amazing and such knowledgeable, fantastic teachers!
By Brian M. on January 29, 2023
Trip: AIARE Avy 1 Course
Guide: Matthew C., Evan C.
The class is 100% WORTH IT! Matt and Evan were very knowledgeable and methodically took the group through basics of backcountry travel. The guides promoted a safe, inclusive and FUN learning environment. I recommend this course to anyone traveling in the backcountry!
By Peter D. on January 28, 2023
Trip: CUSTOM AIARE Hut Based Avy 1 Course- Sophie Pelz & Crew
Guide: Josh K.
Josh was a phenomenal guide, would highly recommend him when doing this course or any through San Juan.
By Elizabeth C. on January 27, 2023
Trip: SheJumps All Women's AIARE Level 1 Course
Guide: Sarah M., Eryka T.
By Mariah D. on January 24, 2023
Trip: AIARE Hut Based Avy 1 Course
Guide: Bruce S., Matthew C.
By Darby P. on January 20, 2023