things to do in Carmel Valley, CA

Private keelboat sailing for up to 6 from Old Fisherman’s Wharf

Ride Carmel’s coast, cottages, and landmarks with a local guide

Learn to surf with shared instruction and a private-lesson curriculum

Cruise Monterey Bay to spot whales and dolphins with onboard marine biologists

Paddle through kelp with a chance to spot harbor seals and sea otters

Explore a different side of the ocean after dark

Uncover Old Monterey’s hidden history with stories from local guides

Cruise Monterey Bay with experienced skippers on a family-friendly whale watching tour

Explore Monterey’s coast and landmarks at your own pace in an open-top GoCar

Design a private Monterey Bay outing around your group’s plans

Glide across Monterey Bay on a stable stand-up paddleboard rental

Build your first scuba skills with patient, personalized instruction

Sail Monterey Bay at sunset with a drink and snacks included

Cruise Carmel-by-the-Sea by e-bike while your dog rides in a sidecar

Build surf fundamentals with one-on-one coaching tailored to your pace

Ride with an electric boost and choose how much you pedal

Look for resident otters and harbor seals along the coast

Build your fish identification skills beneath the surface

See Pebble Beach's golf links from the water

Refine your surfing with personalized coaching and a range of boards

Learn sailing basics in a 2-hour class from Old Fisherman’s Wharf

Rent a 7-speed bike with map, helmet, and lock for Monterey Bay paths

Pedal a surrey together along Monterey’s coastal trail

Cruise 17-Mile Drive by e-bike with a guide from Cannery Row