things to do in Carmel Valley, CA

Spot whales from a reduced-capacity yacht with a naturalist guide

Cruise Elkhorn Slough by electric catamaran with a naturalist guide

Build surf-skate skills with expert-led, hands-on coaching

Cruise Monterey Bay on a spacious yacht with a naturalist guide

Cruise Monterey Bay with narrated wildlife viewing from a heated vessel

Spot whales and dolphins with expert naturalists on a 4-hour cruise in Monterey Bay.

Look closer at Monterey's intertidal life with a naturalist

Spot whales and dolphins on a 4-hour morning cruise with marine biologists onboard

Kayak Cannery Row’s kelp forest near Monterey Bay Aquarium

Cruise Monterey Bay with a marine biologist on a small-group whale watch

Drive the Carmel coast with GPS-guided stories and oceanfront views

Explore a protected underwater landscape with an experienced dive guide

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 beach practice and guided wave time

Spend more time exploring offshore and following wildlife sighting reports

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

Spend 7–8 hours rock cod fishing out of Monterey

Snorkel Monterey Bay kelp forests with a guide and provided gear

Look for seasonal whales and dolphins with onboard marine biologists

Get low-to-the-water views of Monterey Bay wildlife

Learn to surf at your own pace with one-on-one instruction

Ride an electric bike around Monterey with pedal assist or throttle

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