I’m Nate Butler, the owner of Mountain Man Travels and the guy actually reading your inquiry and building your trip. I live in Arvada, Colorado with my wife, two stepdaughters, and our two dogs, and when I’m not planning travel I’m usually outside hunting in the Colorado backcountry or tracking down good food, dark beer, and whisky.

I started Mountain Man Travels because I love helping people feel comfortable stepping into something new. Over the years I’ve gone from planning my own trips to running a dedicated travel agency, refining how I listen, ask questions, and turn “we have a rough idea” into a real plan that fits your life. Whether you’re a couple, a family, a small group of friends, or a solo traveler, my job is to narrow the options and design an itinerary that matches your interests, budget, and travel style—without the stress.

As a Certified Leisure Travel Specialist and Accredited Cruise Counselor, I stay on top of destinations, ships, and trends so you don’t have to. I regularly plan trips to places like Iceland, Alaska, Costa Rica, Ireland, Hawaii, the Caribbean, and across Europe, working with trusted tour operators, cruise lines, and on-the-ground partners to make sure you’re in good hands from the moment you land.

I believe travel should feel exciting and easy at the same time. That’s why I handle the logistics and the what-ifs—from our first planning call through your return home—so you can focus on the actual experience, not the moving pieces.

If you’re in the Denver metro area or beyond and ready to stop scrolling and start going, let’s talk about your next trip—whether it’s a relaxed escape, an adventure-forward journey, or a true bucket-list experience.