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4.91 out of 5 average rating, 356 reviewsSail Monterey Bay and spot marine life
Glide silently past sea otters, seals, and dolphins on an eco-friendly sail.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 205 reviewsPaddle alongside marine life in Monterey Bay
Kayak Monterey Bay and encounter otters, seals, and sea lions in their natural habitat.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 1271 reviewsGuided eBike Tour of 17-Mile Drive
Ride the most scenic road with friendly, knowledgeable guides.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviewsExperience whale watching with a Naturalist
Join us for a lively day on Monterey Bay, spending time seeing diverse coastal animals.
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviewsSail Monterey Bay at sunset
Enjoy a short harbor tour before we set the sails and head into Monterey Bay to watch..
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 38 reviewsDog-Friendly Electric Bike & Sidecar Guided Tour
Cruise coastal roads, visit dog spots, and roll on the beach with your pup in tow.
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 81 reviewsThe Hot Glass Experience
Join the only publicly accessible glassblowing facility in the area & shape molten glass.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviewsCatch your first ride with a seasoned instructor
Learn surfing techniques, practice under supervision and venture out with assistance.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviewsMacaron making with a Master Chef
Join my top-rated, hands-on macaron class in Carmel—perfect for all skill levels!
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviewsDrop into a sound bath and guided meditation
Feel the good vibrations at a live sound bath and guided meditation in a serene setting. Reiki and sound healing are included. If under 6 time may be shorter.
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New place to stayConnect with Animals at Kinderwood min 3 guests
Get up close and personal with cute farm animals on a coastal redwood homestead. Whether it’s your first time or if it’s just been a while, there is always something to learn and someone to cuddle.
4.75 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsBike 17-Mile Drive with Monterey Bay Aquarium
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Ghost Trees, Spanish Bay, and Pacific Grove with your GPS-guided two hour e-bike journey. Enjoy included ticket to Monterey Bay Aquarium.
5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews17-Mile Drive: Self-Guided Audio Tour
Self-guided audio driving tour—no in-person guide or meetup. Use your own car, follow the in-app map, and hear GPS-triggered stories as you explore 17-Mile Drive at your own pace.
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviewsSee Great White Sharks with a Shark Wrangler
Explore the home of the Great White Shark. Search for Juvenile White sharks at SharkPark or or one of 350 Adult White Sharks at Año Nuevo Island in the southern part of the famous Red Triangle
5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsBake sourdough on a working farm min 3 per group
Want to learn work with wild yeast? Shape and bake sourdough bread with a farmer-chef and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Meet playful animals while learning the intricacies of sourdough breadmaking.
5 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviewsMake Cheese on a Working Goat Farm min 3 per group
Learn to make cheese with a farmer-chef. Meet playful animals while exploring the subtle science and exact art of cheesemaking. Milk the goats from which we source the ingredients we will work with.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsSanta Cruz Surf Walk
Discover the birthplace of mainland surfing on a relaxed 90-minute oceanfront walk to Steamer Lane—with scenic stops along the way—as your guide shares the history, culture, and stoke.
5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviewsRoad trip to Carmel’s hidden gems
Scout picture-perfect spots on this journey to Carmel’s coastal treasures, including stunning Big Sur views and Carmel Mission Basilica (closed Monday and Tuesday)
5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviewsBeach Hill to Downtown Santa Cruz Walking Tour
Enjoy fresh air, fun exercise, and local stories on a loop from the birthplace of mainland surfing and the Boardwalk through downtown, then back along leafy Victorian streets.
5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviewsSnorkel in Monterey Bay
Discover the biodiversity of Monterey Bay with an experienced guide who will navigate the dive site and point out marine life.
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