things to do in Capitola, CA

Fish nearshore Santa Cruz reefs without an all-day offshore trip

Spend more time exploring offshore and following wildlife sighting reports

Relax on a 35-minute Monterey Bay sail with included drink and snacks

Discover Carmel flavors and local stories at five tasting stops

Build surf skills with professional instruction at Pleasure Point

Stay close to shore while targeting rockfish and lingcod

Fish for rock cod on a mid-day Monterey outing

Explore Monterey Bay’s marine sanctuary on a small-group whale watching trip

Explore beneath the surface with snorkel gear brought straight to the beach

Snorkel Monterey Bay kelp forests with a guide and provided gear

Share the waves with private coaching for your group of four

Build surf skills with ocean-safety instruction and time in the water

Ride with pedal assist, automatic shifting, and extra-wide seat comfort

Watch Monterey Bay wildlife from your own fast, open-deck boat

Rent a classic 24-foot wooden sloop from Old Fisherman’s Wharf

Learn to surf with no more than 4 students per instructor

Get a low-to-the-water view of Monterey Bay wildlife with a captain-naturalist

Fish close to Santa Cruz Harbor for rockfish and lingcod, with gear and bait included

Scan Monterey Bay for shearwaters, albatross, and other seabirds

Choose a half- or full-day private whale watching trip for up to 6

Explore Monterey after sunset, when nocturnal marine life becomes active

Learn to catch waves with an instructor in the water

Catch waves together with added instructor support for larger parties

Share focused instruction and build your surf skills with friends or family