Top 10 Tours in Terlingua, Texas (TX)

April 9, 2022 Vergie Nakamoto

Terlingua (/tərˈlɪŋɡwə/ tər-LING-gwa) is a mining district and census-designated place (CDP) in southwestern Brewster County, Texas, United States. It is located near the Rio Grande and the villages of Lajitas and Study Butte, Texas, as well as the Mexican village of Santa Elena. The discovery of cinnabar, from which the metal mercury is extracted, in the mid-1880s brought miners to the area, creating a city of 2,000 people. The only remnants of the mining days are a ghost town of the Howard Perry-owned Chisos Mining Company and several nearby capped and abandoned mines, most notably the California Hill, the Rainbow, the 248, and the Study Butte mines. The mineral terlinguaite was first found in the vicinity of California Hill.
Restaurants in Terlingua

1. Far Flung Outdoor Center

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5.0 based on 454 reviews

Far Flung Outdoor Center

Since 1974, Far Flung Outdoor Center has been helping folks discover the wonders of Big Bend National Park with quality raft trips, Jeep tours, and ATV adventures.We specialize in high quality, interpretive tours of the Big Bend, with an emphasis on great fun mingled with just the right amount of learning.We offer a wide variety of guided rafting trips on the Rio Grande River, from short, half-day family floats to 3- and 4-night overnight trips. You can also experience special themed trips such as gourmet food adventures, trips with noted Texas folk musicians, and New Year's Eve star gazing parties.Want to explore Big Bend by land? Our guided Jeep and ATV tours are a perfect way to enjoy Big Bend's scenic beauty while learning about its natural and cultural wonders.Should you need lodging for your vacation, our Big Bend Casitas offer roomy comfort, nice amenities, and a location just minutes from Big Bend National Park.We're passionate about Big Bend and enjoy showing off her many beautiful places. We can help you make the most of a future trip to Big Bend!!

2. Desert Sports

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5.0 based on 85 reviews

Desert Sports

Desert Sports is an outfitter in Big Bend offering Mountain Bike and River Tours. We also have mountain bike and canoe rentals. Our Bike shop can help you keep your bike rolling. Come visit for area information! Masks required in shop, please!

3. Lajitas & Big Bend Stables - Day Tours

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5.0 based on 374 reviews

Lajitas & Big Bend Stables - Day Tours

Guided Horseback Trail Rides, hourly, 1/2 day w Lunch, All Days, Overnight camping trips, Big Bend Natl' & State Park. 28+ years in operation.

4. Rio Aviation Inc.

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5.0 based on 73 reviews

Rio Aviation Inc.

Offering flightseeing adventures over Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park, the Reserva Santa Elena, and the Dahlquist Research site.

5. Big Bend Boating and Hiking Company

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5.0 based on 94 reviews

Big Bend Boating and Hiking Company

A tour company offering a variety of options to explore the Big Bend National Park, Big Bend Ranch State Park, Terlingua Ghost Town, and Mexico. Enjoy a scenic float thru the canyons of the Rio Grande. Hike the many trails and familiarize yourself with the Chihuahuan desert. Learn the cultural history of The Terlingua Ghost Town. Cross the border to Boquillas or Ojinaga, Mexico for fresh tacos.

6. Wild Adventure Outfitters

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5.0 based on 7 reviews

Wild Adventure Outfitters

Wild Adventure Outfitters is inspired by a love for good, old-fashioned adventure and the desire to share that. We offer Multi-day Canoe adventure adventures on the Mighty Rio Grande and wilderness travel in Big Bend National Park.

7. Big Bend Birding & Photo Tours

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5.0 based on 2 reviews

Big Bend Birding & Photo Tours

We offer birding and photography tours and workshops in Big Bend National Park and the surrounding area. We offer custom and regularly scheduled half, full, night, and multi-day tours and workshops. We have been birding and photographing the Big Bend National Park region for over 30 years and we are fully permitted and insured to operate within the park.

8. Get Lost Tours

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5.0 based on 30 reviews

Get Lost Tours

I'm Chris, a guide of 20 years in Terlingua TX. During certain summers I've guided in places from West Virginia to Hawaii. I have studied, learned, and shared interp and experiences from all these places. I am WAFA (Wilderness Advanced First Aid) and CPR certified. I have enjoyed sharing and teaching about flora, fauna, geology, history, paleontology, and even my personal life. I enjoy learning from the many guests I have shared time with. I started Get Lost Tours because of this and much more.

9. Big Bend River Tours

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4.5 based on 231 reviews

Big Bend River Tours

Since 1979 Big Bend River Tours outdoor outfitter has offered river trips, guided park tours, backroad tours, hiking and backpacking and now horseback combo trips as well. Come join us in the beautiful Big Bend of Texas. Open every day, 365 days a year. Come discover the magic of the Big Bend!

10. Go Big Bend

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4.0 based on 4 reviews

Go Big Bend

Mike Davidson is co-founder of river operator Far Flung Adventures, and began guiding river trips in Big Bend in 1977. Go Big Bend offers driving/walking tours with expert interpretation of History and Geology and short canoe trips originating in Boquillas, Mexico which combine natural beauty and local culture, and we are exploring the El Carmen Nature Preserve for future multi-day activities.

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