What We Do
Starting your own Adventure Tour can be a daunting project. Without much experience or knowledge of the industry, you need someone who is able to help you navigate the initial process. You may attempt to do it all on your own, but it's a lot of work, and you can run into costly pitfalls along the way. This is what we do. It's our thing. Nobody understands the unique challenges you will face along each step of the way better than experienced Adventure Business Owners & Operators. Perhaps you have been running your tour for a while, and you need some assistance with fine tuning your operations or adding a new concept. Regardless of your situation, we are here to help you.
Below is a brief overview of the services we provide. Please contact us for a price sheet or more information. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you along your journey.
Site Visits & Evaluations
So, you've identified the ideal site. Now what? We can make a site visit and meet with you to discuss the general suitability of the site as well as any concerns. There are many factors to consider based on the characteristics of the site. What permits will be necessary? Will road access be difficult? We can provide you with knowledge and information that can help you make some important decisions.
Tour Logistics Data
How long will it take to run a group through my tour? How many people should I hire to staff my tour? How many tours per day should my staff run? Transportation challenges? These are all important questions that we can help you answer. We have data from many tourism operations to draw from, and we can help you with some of the most important planning for the logistics of your operation.
Sustainability Reports
We have worked hard to become a green business, and we can help you identify strategies for minimizing the impact of your tour on the enivornment and the community. There are many options when building a new Adventure Tour, so why not select options that protect the natural surroundings? Your guests will enjoy it more as a result.
Business Plans & Forecasting
We have developed in-depth business plans for tour operators, and we can help customize them to fit your needs. We also have years of industry numbers that we can share with you. How many guests do adventure tours average annually? How will my location compare? What can we do to try to increase those numbers? We can provide guidance for you so you can be better prepared.
Marketing Strategies
Adventure tours are the hottest new rage, but how will people find you? What works best in your location? Do you have access to cruise ship visitors? Or perhaps a summertime ski area? How can the online market drive customers to your site? We have plenty of experience in these areas, and we can share our knowledge with you so that you make informed decisions.
Criteria for Selecting Builders & Insurance
How do I find a qualified builder? What questions should I ask to ensure the right fit for my project? What are typical insurance rates for Adventure Tours? How do I find the appropriate insurance providers? We can provide you with the criteria and resources that you should consider when making these very important decisions.
Guidance for Obtaining Permits
What permits will you need for your site? (Building, Army Corps of Engineers, Forest/Parks, City, etc.)? Who else do you need to meet with or get approval from before you break ground? Arborists, Engineers? We have been through it all, and we can help you identify these needs in advance so you don't have any surprises along the way.
Training & Operations Manuals
We have in-depth, custom Training & Operations Manuals specific to the Adventure Tour industry. Our manuals cover everything from Staffing to Daily Operating Procedures and Gear Inspections, and everything between. As experienced operators, we have developed years of knowledge, and the procedures are constantly evolving. We can provide you with the reference tools that you need to operate your own tour.
Staffing an experienced team
Where do I find a qualified team to run my new tour? We do not recommend that you hire managers who do not have experience. There are too many unique challenges in this industry that require knowledge and experience for effective operations. We can help source pre-qualified candidates for you. We know what to look for and what to ask to find high caliber people. Let us do the work for you.
Ongoing Coaching
My tour has been developed, and my team has received their initial training. They still need practice, and I'm not feeling prepare to run public groups through my tour yet. What do I do? We can be there for this critical transition to help you iron out all the kinks.
Or maybe you have been running tours for a couple of years now, but the weak economy requires that you tighten your belts. How can you continue to run tours effectively with less staff? We can help you identify areas where you can cut back and improve efficiency on your tours.
Perhaps you would like an outside organization to come in and evaluate your operation to provide insight for improvement. Maybe there is a unique marketing strategy that you are missing, or a new concept that could be added to make your tour more unique. We have seen a variety of adventure businesses around the world, and we have plenty of creative ideas to share.
Special Events/Team Building
Let us help you design a supplement to your tour business. Whether it's a corporate retreat or a fundraiser, we can help you design creative ideas for the big event!