Top New Mexico Outdoor Activities

Take a haunted tour of Old Town Albuquerque and learn about the many ghosts who have made the square home. Legends, folklore, ghost stories, and history come to life as you depart on an intriguing excursion through 313 years of haunted history. Historic buildings and dark alleys conceal long-forgotten secrets of battles, murders, hangings, hidden cemeteries, and more.

Choosing our launch sights daily makes it a lot more likely your flight is successful. Ballooning is dependent upon the weather and having such a large radius we fly in gives us a much higher likelihood of having a slow soft landing. We offer private flights as well as group flights. We can accommodate almost any requests and we would be happy to do so.

Albuquerque is world renowned for its hot air balloon festival. Most visitors only watch balloons from the ground but this tour offers the chance to soar into the air yourself. In a small group of no more than five people, watch the sun rise as you fly over the Sandia Mountains and toast the experience with a glass of bubbly.

See a different side of Santa Fe beyond the plaza on a fun and athletic e-bike tour that earns rave reviews from travelers. Cover more ground than you would on a walking tour, taking advantage of the bike’s battery-assisted boost to go farther without breaking a sweat. Visit places many tourists miss, like the Santa Fe Railyard and River Park that hugs the Rio Grande, while a guide shares insider history not found in the guidebooks.

Rather than wandering around alone, explore Albuquerque's Old Town in the company of someone who knows it best and can provide context. This small-group walking tour introduces you to the legends, lore and colorful characters of this historically rich neighborhood while taking you to all the most important landmarks.

Learn all about turquoise during your time in the American Southwest with a visit to The Turquoise Museum in Albuquerque. Located in a modern 'castle' that is as interesting as the exhibits, the Turquoise Museum features a vast collection of turquoise jewelry and other pieces such as antique furniture. Take a self-guided tour with your admission ticket, or upgrade to include a Turquoise 101 class or a guided tour.

Albuquerque is famed for its hot air balloon festival, so there's no better place to take to the skies. Rather than crowding into a basket with strangers, enjoy a personalized experience with this private hot air balloon flight. You'll enjoy sunrise views as you float through the air and celebrate your experience with an included toast upon landing,

Those curious about pistachios—including the world’s largest pistachio at 30 feet tall—will find delight in PistachioLand, in Alamogordo. With this ticket, you’ll explore the 90-acre property via the orchard’s 14-passenger open-air shuttle, zooming among 12,000+ pistachio trees and rolling grape vineyards. After the tour, stop by the gift shop for souvenirs, gifts, and tasty free samples.

See parts of Albuquerque that tour buses cannot reach, and cover more ground than is possible on foot. This bicycle tour introduces you to the nature and culture of Albuquerque. You'll explore some of the city’s best scenery, living cultures and unique eco-systems, and have a chance to dip your toes into the city's celebrated lifeline, the Rio Grande.

Unleash your inner explorer, gather your team, and prepare for an exhilarating adventure at the Turquoise Museum. "Escape the Turquoise Museum" is set to become a must-visit attraction for locals and tourists alike, promising an experience that transcends traditional museum visits. Designed to challenge the mind and ignite curiosity, "Escape the Turquoise Museum" will test participants' problem-solving skills, teamwork, and ability to think outside the box. As visitors explore the museum's stunning artifacts, they will uncover clues that lead them closer to their ultimate goal: escaping the museum's confines and avoiding being trapped within its walls forever.

Santa Fe Canyon is the best birding Santa Fe has to offer! It's diversity of ecosystems provide habitat for a huge number of bird species. The diversity of ecosystems means it's also a wonderful place to see wildflowers and a large variety of plants. You will be hiking with an expert naturalist giving you a unique opportunity to learn the fascinating natural history of Santa Fe Canyon and get all your questions answered!

Every day, we offer a leisurely ride through the heart of Santa Fe from our central location at La Fonda On the Plaza. This signature two-hour experience showcases the beautiful culture, art, history, and panoramic landscapes of 'The City Different' as our professional, local tour guides offer an intimate look at the many unique landmarks and local treasures along the route. This ride is enjoyable for all skill levels, and families (riders 4’8” and up) are welcome! Traditional pedal bikes are included; please inquire about E-bike upgrades.

Watch sunset ignite the Rio Grande Valley on a hot air balloon ride from Albuquerque, and see the evening light transform the Sandia Mountains and desert landscape. Enjoy commentary from your pilot throughout the flight, and spot the region’s landmarks as you soar above the rugged terrain; dip low to skim the Rio Grande and capture unforgettable, aerial images of New Mexico’s largest city. Touch back down after a 1-hour flight, then linger over sparkling wine and snacks before returning to your launch site.

Chanel your inner detective for a scavenger hunt adventure through Old Town Albuquerque! Using any smartphone as a virtual guide, solve riddles and challenges to find a trail of clues scattered throughout the city. Work at your own pace, and track your progress against the scores of other teams for some friendly competition. Great for families, small groups and fans of ‘The Amazing Race.’ 

Fans of ‘The Amazing Race’ will love this interactive Santa Fe scavenger hunt. Using any smartphone as a virtual guide, follow clues scattered along the Old Santa Fe Trail and among the city’s historic plazas and adobe-style buildings. Work at your own pace, and track your progress against the scores of other teams for some friendly competition. Families and small groups can play on the same team by booking together.

Soak up New Mexico’s high desert scenery from the water on a gentle rafting tour down the Rio Grande. Mild class II rapids are suitable for all experience levels, with plenty of calm stretches in between to admire sloping canyon walls, rock cliffs, and the desert ecosystems of the Orilla Verde National Recreation Area. Great for small groups and families with older kids, the outdoor adventure makes an easy day trip from Taos.

Explore Santa Fe while having fun with friends and family by signing up for a scavenger hunt of the city. You'll have a host on hand via WhatsApp to provide clues and help you if you run into any problems. Best of all, your hunt is a co-creation between you and your host, who will customize your hunt as you go.

Take a full-day Rio Grande rafting adventure ideal for families and first-time rafters. Float through the Lower Gorge’s scenic Orilla Verde, where you’ll enjoy a delicious hot fajita lunch along the riverbanks. Experience the river’s broad canyon and rich habitat, where you can watch for wildlife like mule deer and birds of prey. Then, enjoy a thrilling encounter with whitewater during a 6-mile (9.6 kilometer) section of class 2-3 rapids.

Experience Taos with this adventure scavenger hunt, where you’ll have a guide available on WhatsApp to interact with, and you create the unique experience of your hunt. You’ll have a series of clues that you need to solve by interacting with locals and exploring the environment. Your host will guide you through the experience, so you can enjoy the fun.

Explore Santa Fe on a self-guided, scavenger hunt-style walking tour. Let your smartphone guide you as you solve clues, complete challenges, and see the city at your own pace. Enjoy an amusing outing with friends or family (up to 12 people per team) and learn about Santa Fe through a fun, unconventional, and affordable urban excursion.

Experience the thrill of soaring over the Animas River in Durango, Colorado on this small-group excursion. Head to Tico Time River Resort and gear up for a day of ziplining, climbing, and swimming. Zipline across to a climbing wall where you can participate in a freefall jump, then take a sky swing and zipline back. Afterward, relax at the resort’s sand beaches, zip down waterslides, or go paddleboarding.

Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Santa Fe, NM. Throughout this crime-solving audio adventure, visit each of the 10 mapped locations, either in person or virtually via the Web Version (included). You'll have the option to explore the downtown area using the Walking Map or follow a Driving Map on the city's outskirts. Once you choose, the exact starting point will be revealed. *See images for route Park or stop at each location, listen to the audio story, and put your detective skills to the test by gathering clues and piecing together the evidence. Finally, make your deductions and issue an arrest warrant. Your overall detective skills will be evaluated, culminating in a Case Performance Score to measure your sleuthing prowess. This game is suitable for solo detectives, dynamic duos, or groups of mystery enthusiasts, offering an immersive audio tale filled with intrigue.

It isn't uncommon for people to fly just one time in a hot air balloon. Why not make it an exclusive experience for a memorable, peaceful and intimate flight? This makes a perfect gift for all sorts of celebrations and milestones such as anniversaries, birthdays and engagements. Expect a beautiful float along the Rio Grande river with views of wildlife and the Bosque (cottonwood forest) as well as a majestic sunrise over the Sandia Mountains.