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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 696 reviewsBlossom Peak Ranch Rescue Animal Meet & Greet
Meet and interact with out rescue animals, including horses, goats, pigs, cow, donkeys, and more! Get up close to all our animals and learn about their rescue stories. Great for all ages 0-100+
5 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviewsHighland Cows Experience
Spend an hour on the ranch interacting with California’s largest registered Highland herd . Brush, cuddle and taking pictures up close and personal with friendly Highland cows and calves.
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 707 reviewsOceanside Coastal Expeditions
Visit oceansidecoastalexpeditions .com for more information, tour times and prices. Small-group Zodiac-style expeditions with 360° views and front-row encounters with whales and dolphins.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviewsCuddle with Critters
By appointment only. Special times available on request. Connect with our friendly animals. Play with horses, goats, rabbits, and more. During a 1.5 hour tour
5 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviewsCuddle and Feed Baby Goats and Hand Feed Horses
Come cuddle and bottle feed baby goats, hand feed, hold and cuddle mini goats and give our horses treats and love and hugs. We also have 3 Airbnbs where you can spend the night on our ranch!
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 390 reviewsTea with Hummingbirds at The Hummingbird Sanctuary
Enter the secret world of hummingbirds! This is a fully immersive experience, where you’ll meet hummingbirds up close while enjoying tea and cookies. Discover, learn, relax, leave amazed and inspired!
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviewsExperience whale watching with a Naturalist
Join us for a lively day on Monterey Bay, spending time seeing diverse coastal animals.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviewsCow Cuddling Therapy
Experience cow care and sustainable living at a serene sanctuary.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 534 reviewsGuided horseback riding on the beach
Ride through trails and along the shore in the fresh air with a local horse trainer.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviewsGuided horseback tour through trails in Summerland
Experience the coastal bluffs and lemon groves in the hills of Summerland on horseback.
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New place to stayListen deeply with a bioacoustic artist
In Tilden Regional Park, just outside Berkeley, settle into super-hearing as I blend forest soundscapes, slow bird calls to reveal hidden musical details, and weave acoustic ecology with music.
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.
New place to stayFamily Friendly trail riding experience
Ride the canyons like a true cowpoke, making memories that will be remembered forever! Our safe and well-trained horses will show you the original, wild Los Angeles that you won't see in Hollywood.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsCuddle Fluffy Mini Highland Calves
Meet and cuddle fluffy miniature Highland calves in a guided farm experience. Learn about their care, capture memorable photos, and enjoy quality time with these gentle animals year-round.
New place to stayGet Close Up Views of Sea Lions & Birds by Boat
Ride aboard a private yacht with an experienced captain, glide to Point Loma, and watch sea lions and bay birds gather along the water. Capt. John will discuss the different birds and sea lions.
4.8 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsHorseback Ride and Ranch Animal Experience
Meet, groom, and bond with our horses before enjoying a guided trail ride through the scenic hills of Fallbrook. Along the way, meet our friendly goats and ducks & experience life on a working ranch.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsCrab Fishing & Culinary Adventure - Tomales Bay
Crabbing the scenic waters of Tomales Bay with InstaForager, led by Guide Steve Conwell. This beginner-friendly, family-friendly experience is part outdoor adventure, part cooking class, and all fun!
5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviewsSmall group Ocean Wildlife Tour The Dolphin Boat
Most visitors never see this side of Los Angeles. Join us for a fast, fun ocean adventure searching for wild dolphins and marine life in Santa Monica Bay.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsWhale watching excursion from Oceanside California
Visit osidewhales .com for intimate whale watching with only 6 guests, exploring more ocean for better encounters. Get closer to wildlife in a personal, unforgettable, and adventurous experience.
New place to stayMeet Mini Cows, Llamas & Valais Sheep on the Farm
Walk our 56-acre certified organic regenerative farm in Santa Barbara. Meet and feed mini donkeys, mini cows, llamas, Valais sheep, & Nigerian dwarf goats. See how we farm with nature, not against it.
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