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4.92 out of 5 average rating, 322 reviewsSail Monterey Bay and spot marine life
Glide silently past sea otters, seals, and dolphins on an eco-friendly sail.
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 179 reviewsSail Monterey Bay at sunset
Enjoy a short harbor tour before we set the sails and head into Monterey Bay to watch..
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 179 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, 1241 reviewsGuided eBike Tour of 17-Mile Drive
Ride the most scenic road with friendly, knowledgeable guides.
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 35 reviewsDog-Friendly Electric Bike & Sidecar Guided Tour
Cruise coastal roads, visit dog spots, and roll on the beach with your pup in tow.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 204 reviewsMacaron making with a Master Chef
Join my top-rated, hands-on macaron class in Carmel—perfect for all skill levels!
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.
5 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviewsForage Wild Food & Medicine with an Herbalist
Explore wild food & medicine in a beautiful nature reserve with a local herbalist.
5 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviewsVintage VW bus wine-tasting by Steve
Travel to award-winning wine tasting rooms in our 1970 VW Bus, aka the 'Sweet Pickle.'
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 55 reviewsExperience a Thai cooking class in Monterey
Fun & Tasty Party + Memorable Experience! learn to cook authentic Thai food in no time! Gift Thai Is Fun Cookbook per group/ party
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New place to stayFly fpv drones with an aerial pilot
Learn basic FPV controls and try the DJI Avata 2 with guidance from an FAA Part 107 certified drone pilot in a private beginner session held in an approved open area. Fri-Sun only.
New place to stayBike 17-Mile Drive with Monterey Bay Aquarium
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Ghost Trees, Spanish Bay, and Pacific Grove with your GPS-guided journey. Enjoy included ticket to Monterey Bay Aquarium.
New place to staySkincare Formulation Lab
We'll dive into the world of cosmetic chemistry by first learning about formulating, biological functions of our skin and ingredients, and then you'll make your own high quality facial serum to keep.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 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, 1 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, 5 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.
New place to stayScuba diving through a kelp forest - Gear Included
Enjoy diving through Monterey’s kelp forest with an experienced local guide to point out all of the unique sea life. All scuba gear included for a single dive with option to add a second dive.
New place to staySanta Cruz Surf Walk
Discover the birthplace of mainland surfing on a relaxed 90-minute oceanfront walk to Steamer Lane and back—with scenic stops along the way—as your guide shares the history, culture, and stoke.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 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, 2 reviewsLearn to Surf in the Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary
Learn to surf in the most beautiful place on Earth! - Monterey Bay. This safe, fun, lesson is open to all all levels. Wetsuits and boards provided.Appointment times tailored to your needs. 7am - 7 pm
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