Known World Guides offer the safest and most memorable trips and expeditions. And here's why:

1. SAFETY

Our guest's safety is our top priority. Known World Guides' philosophy in outdoor adventure has deep roots in "safety first" ethics. The founders/ guides at Known World are Swiftwater Rescue and High Angle Rescue Instructors and Technicians, EMTs, Paramedics and Wilderness First Responders. We have thousands of hours training and guiding in mountains and rivers around the world. We are the only outfitter that employs the use of safety kayaks and safety catarafts on our serious whitewater trips in New Mexico and other expeditions. We use the best equipment available to make sure your adventure runs safe and without a hitch.

2. EQUIPMENT

All our trips are provided with top-of-the-line equipment from rafts, kayaks, canoes, climbing equipment, mountain bikes and camping supplies. We use self-bailing rafts manufactured by Sotar and Aire, kayaks from Dagger, Bliss Stick and Wave Sport, Canoes from Old town and climbing gear from Sterling Rope and Petzl.

3. LARGE PERMITTED USE AREA

From Taos to Silver City, we can get you there.

4. EXPERIENCE

All Known World Guide's Trip Leaders have experience guiding in the outdoors in remote far-out places. Our trip leaders have guided in North America, Mexico, Peru, New Zealand and Chile. Guides and leaders are exactly what we are. Known World Guide's trip leaders have been employed for other world renowned outdoor adventure companies, so you know you are in the hands of the best guides found.

5. KNOWLEDGEABLE

Our guides love their work because the drive to provide exceptional outdoor adventure comes from within. For us it is all about getting out and living the pure form of life found in nature. Our guides are devoted to knowing all aspects of their work and making sure you have the best adventure possible. Our trips are not only adventurous but informative in the local flora, wildlife and cultural and natural history of the areas you are traveling through.

6. DIVERSITY

Known World Guides is the most diverse outdoor adventure outfitter found in New Mexico. Our multi-day, multi-adventure expeditions are sweeping the state as being the only complete adventure vacations for the whole family. We have a large permitted use area: In New Mexico we can outfit your trip from Taos to Silver City, We travel statewide and can set worldwide! Many of our trips even cater to our disabled outdoor enthusiasts also.

7. ADAPTABILITY

You need your outfitter to be adaptable to the changing conditions of the outdoor world and the different likes of your group or family to ensure the success of your outdoor adventure. We can put together just about any combination of adventure you are looking for and it doesn't stop there. If you are traveling on a tight schedule leave the logistics to us, we'll have you set up to the "T" from start to finish during your trip with us.

8. OUT-GOING

Known World Guides are friendly, fun and extremely helpful. We go out of our way to make sure you are comfortable, safe and prepared for the adventure you are on. Our guides bring a passion and warmth in the love for the outdoors with them on every expedition they guide. You will enjoy their company and feel relaxed in their knowledgeable hands.

9. GOURMET FOODS

Food is basic in life and good food in the outdoors is a must. We use local fresh foods and vegetables on all of our trips. Our guides are culinary masters of dutch oven cooking and outdoor grilling. We combine great southwestern cuisine with a gourmet flair that will get your taste buds rolling after a day of exploration. Special requests and vegetarian meals are always encouraged. See our food page/photo.

10. EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE

Exceptional service is what you will find here at Known World Guides. We pay special attention to every detail of your trip with us from the best in outdoor adventure equipment to fabulous food and service. You will not find another outfitter as diverse in outdoor adventure or willing to make your adventure the best you have ever had. Come out and join us on an adventure you will never forget!