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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 1396 reviews

Cruise Newport Bay on a Private Sailboat

Kick back and take in the coastal ambiance and panoramic views around Newport Harbor aboard our sailboat. Each cruise is a PRIVATE cruise of just your party with no additional guests joining!

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 784 reviews

Fly over LA landmarks

Explore iconic Los Angeles landmarks from the sky.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 417 reviews

Sail the Hollywood Coast in a luxury yacht

Take in spectacular views of LA’s beaches, the Pacific Ocean, and marine wildlife as you sail past the world-famous Venice Fishing Pier in a luxury yacht piloted by a seasoned captain.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 934 reviews

Surf Venice Beach with a seasoned instructor

Get comfortable on land with a teacher who’s passionate about working one-on-one with beginning surfers. Then, when you’re ready, hit the waves at one of LA’s most iconic beaches.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 1617 reviews

Beachside Yacht Cruise With Avocado Toast

Relax on a lazy beachside yacht cruise with friends, food, and tunes.

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

Premiere Dolphin And Whale Adventure

Explore the local waters to experience the amazing marine wildlife that makes SoCal such a special location! Our smaller boat gets up-close and personal with dolphins, whales, sea lions and more!

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviews

Hydrobike Long Beach Alamitos Bay-Day Sunset Night

See outer Naples Island and Alamitos Bay on a Hydrobike. Pedal scenic bay waters. Choose day rides, sunset, or LED-lit glow rides. Kids 4–8 may ride with an adult during day rides only - 250 lb limit.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 1197 reviews

Sail off the Newport coast with a local captain

Bask in the ocean views from the bow of a one-of-a-kind ’70s sailboat. Cruise past beaches and islands, spotting marine life on the way.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 327 reviews

Ocean wildlife tour on a fast zodiac

A thrilling 2-hour whale and dolphin watching adventure in an eco-friendly Zodiac.

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews

Whales & Dolphins Up Close with Local Experts

Get eye-level with whales & dolphins year-round on a small-group, high-speed ocean adventure led by passionate local experts in Dana Point. Feel connected to the sea & inspired by SoCal’s wild beauty.

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Private Malibu Waterfall Hike & Coastal Drive

Hike Escondido Canyon to Malibu’s tallest waterfall with a guide featured by Santa Monica Travel and Tourism, and ride private transport along the Pacific Coast Highway with optional photo stops.

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Take a guided eBike tour along Dana Point’s coast

Glide on electric bikes above the harbor, pause in seaside parks for history and photos, and follow your naturalist host along shoreline paths to Hole in the Fence Beach.

5 out of 5 average rating, 9 reviews

Learn to Surf with a Top-Rated Los Angeles School

Learn to surf with an award-winning, CBS-featured surf school. Practice your pop-up on the sand, then catch your first waves with personalized coaching and all equipment included.

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Fly Orange County Coastal California by helicopter

Lift off with seasoned aerial pilots to skim Newport, Dana Point and Laguna shorelines, circle Huntington pier and Balboa Island, and glide past the Queen Mary and city skyline.

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2 Hour-Cruise the coast and enjoy the ocean

Cruise the coast along Alamitos Beach and Belmont Shores. Check out the Queen Mary, Astronaut Islands and marine life as we enjoy the sun and ocean breeze.

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Yacht cruise: Newport Beach to Emerald Bay

Sail out to a beautiful island and enjoy views, spot dolphins, and feel the ocean breezes on a 42' charter yacht. PLEASE NOTE CAPTAIN RATE IS $70 PER HOUR DUE UPON ARRIVAL.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviews

Take flight over SoCal!

Take to the skies with a professional pilot and discover Southern California from above! See the coastline and skyline from a perspective most people never experience.

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Hollywood & Beyond by Helicopter

See the best of Los Angeles on this ultimate adventure. Fly over Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Dodger Stadium, pass through Downtown LA, then soar past the Santa Monica Pier & golden coastline.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Private Surfing Lesson with Former Pro Surfer

Step into the California surf lifestyle with an exclusive, private lesson led by a former professional surfer.

5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Learn To Skimboard : Orange County/LA County

Ready to try something new at the beach? Skimboarding lessons designed for anyone who wants to level up their skills. I’ll teach you the fundamentals or sharpen your skills. Can meet anywhere off pch.

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