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Q: Which California Nature & Wildlife have Instant Confirmation?

California Nature & Wildlife with Instant Confirmation include: Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco San Diego Whale Watching Cruise Los Angeles Hollywood Sign Hike: Front, Behind, and Expert Guide San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

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Yosemite National Park: Full Day Tour from San Francisco

Experience the majesty of Yosemite National Park and join us as we take you on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Yosemite Valley. Travel …More

San Francisco, USA

4.3 (872)

Yosemite National Park: Full Day Tour from San Francisco

Experience the majesty of Yosemite National Park and join us as we take you on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Yosemite Valley. Travel...

14 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (872)

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$199

Come join the “original” cable car wine tasting tour through beautiful Napa Valley. Hop aboard one of our hand-built replicas of a San Francisco Cable …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

4.6 (805)

Napa Valley Wine Trolley Classic Tour

Come join the “original” cable car wine tasting tour through beautiful Napa Valley. Hop aboard one of our hand-built replicas of a San Francisco Cable...

6 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (805)

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$145

Yosemite National Park is a must-visit California gem, and this day trip from San Francisco makes it easy. Leave the urban hustle-bustle behind and journey …More

San Francisco, USA

4.5 (735)

Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

Yosemite National Park is a must-visit California gem, and this day trip from San Francisco makes it easy. Leave the urban hustle-bustle behind and journey...

15 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (735)

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$209

Muir Woods and Sausalito Morning Tour Small-Group Half Day

Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge, explore the beauty of Giant Coastal Redwoods at Muir …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (604)

Muir Woods and Sausalito Morning Tour Small-Group Half Day

Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge, explore the beauty of Giant Coastal Redwoods at Muir...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.7 (604)

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$99

From San Francisco: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

Venture north over the Golden Gate Bridge to an isolated canyon filled with ancient coastal redwood trees, also known as Muir Woods National Monument. Enjoy …More

San Francisco, USA

4.6 (600)

From San Francisco: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

Venture north over the Golden Gate Bridge to an isolated canyon filled with ancient coastal redwood trees, also known as Muir Woods National Monument. Enjoy...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (600)

from
$84

The longest running whale watching company on Monterey Bay. We have 3 boats ranging in size from 53’ to 70’. All boats are USCG inspected …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.7 (577)

Whale Watching Tour Monterey California

The longest running whale watching company on Monterey Bay. We have 3 boats ranging in size from 53’ to 70’. All boats are USCG inspected...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (577)

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$62

California Academy of Sciences General Admission Ticket

Embark on a science adventure when you visit the world's only aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum - all under one living roof! And …More

San Francisco, USA

4.5 (556)

California Academy of Sciences General Admission Ticket

Embark on a science adventure when you visit the world's only aquarium, planetarium, rainforest, and natural history museum - all under one living roof! And...

3 to 5 hours Free Cancellation

4.5 (556)

from
$49

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour Plus Bay Cruise

Combine a visit to Muir Woods and Sausalito with a fabulous cruise on San Francisco Bay. You'll cross the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay …More

San Francisco, USA

4.3 (478)

Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour Plus Bay Cruise

Combine a visit to Muir Woods and Sausalito with a fabulous cruise on San Francisco Bay. You'll cross the Golden Gate Bridge to the Bay...

6 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (478)

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$133

Yosemite National Park 2-Day Tour from San Francisco with Lodging

Experience the Yosemite tour voted in the top 10 multi-day tours on Cool Shore Excursions! We are also the 'Greenest Tour Company in San Francisco' …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (431)

Yosemite National Park 2-Day Tour from San Francisco with Lodging

Experience the Yosemite tour voted in the top 10 multi-day tours on Cool Shore Excursions! We are also the 'Greenest Tour Company in San Francisco'...

2 days Hotel pickup offered

4.7 (431)

from
$629

San Diego: 2.5-3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch

You’ll experience one of the best San Diego whale watching tours aboard the spacious 80-foot Legacy, departing from Mission Bay just minutes from the open …More

San Diego, USA

4.7 (411)

San Diego: 2.5-3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch

You’ll experience one of the best San Diego whale watching tours aboard the spacious 80-foot Legacy, departing from Mission Bay just minutes from the open...

150 to 180 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (411)

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$34

You haven’t fully experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. This popular 1-hour excursion heads underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz Island, …More

San Francisco, USA

4.6 (388)

San Francisco Bay Cruise

You haven’t fully experienced San Francisco until you’ve taken a Bay Cruise. This popular 1-hour excursion heads underneath the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz Island,...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.6 (388)

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$39

Half-Day Tour: Napa and Sonoma Winery Tour from San Francisco

Savor the flavors of California’s world-famous wine country on a relaxing half-day adventure from San Francisco. Travel in comfort from the city to Napa and …More

San Francisco, USA

4.3 (319)

Half-Day Tour: Napa and Sonoma Winery Tour from San Francisco

Savor the flavors of California’s world-famous wine country on a relaxing half-day adventure from San Francisco. Travel in comfort from the city to Napa and...

5 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.3 (319)

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$110

Muir Woods and Seaside Sausalito Half-Day Tour from San Francisco

Experience the awe and wonder of one of California's oldest redwood groves as you stroll through dedicated paths of 1000-year-old redwood trees. With limited reserved …More

San Francisco, USA

4.7 (303)

Muir Woods and Seaside Sausalito Half-Day Tour from San Francisco

Experience the awe and wonder of one of California's oldest redwood groves as you stroll through dedicated paths of 1000-year-old redwood trees. With limited reserved...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.7 (303)

from
$84

Escape the city for a premier Muir Woods tour from San Francisco, located just 30 minutes from downtown. On this Muir Woods day trip, enjoy …More

Sausalito, USA

4.7 (295)

Muir Woods and Sausalito Half Day Tour

Escape the city for a premier Muir Woods tour from San Francisco, located just 30 minutes from downtown. On this Muir Woods day trip, enjoy...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (295)

from
$99

Skunk Train: Wolf Tree Turn from Willits

This 2 hour round trip will take you from the Willits valley floor to the highest point on our rail line. During this trip you …More

Mendocino, USA

4.4 (282)

Skunk Train: Wolf Tree Turn from Willits

This 2 hour round trip will take you from the Willits valley floor to the highest point on our rail line. During this trip you...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (282)

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$70

Full Day Tour: Napa and Sonoma Winery Tour from San Francisco

Leave San Francisco behind for a day of wine, scenery, and discovery. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and journey north to two of the world’s …More

San Francisco, USA

4.4 (251)

Full Day Tour: Napa and Sonoma Winery Tour from San Francisco

Leave San Francisco behind for a day of wine, scenery, and discovery. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and journey north to two of the world’s...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (251)

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$140

Our pilots have the most experience and are part of a professional racing team. Our equipment features the latest safety innovations including doors in the …More

Temecula, USA

4.6 (243)

Temecula Shared Hot Air Balloon Ride

Our pilots have the most experience and are part of a professional racing team. Our equipment features the latest safety innovations including doors in the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.6 (243)

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$179

Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

View many varieties of whales which include the giant blue whale which is over 90 feet in length, humpback whales, gray whales, finback whales whales, …More

Newport Beach, USA

4.4 (206)

Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

View many varieties of whales which include the giant blue whale which is over 90 feet in length, humpback whales, gray whales, finback whales whales,...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.4 (206)

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$39

Muir Woods and Sausalito Afternoon Tour Small-Group Half-Day

Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge, explore the beauty of Giant Coastal Redwoods at Muir …More

San Francisco, USA

4.6 (200)

Muir Woods and Sausalito Afternoon Tour Small-Group Half-Day

Join us for a narrated and scenic drive from San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge, explore the beauty of Giant Coastal Redwoods at Muir...

4 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.6 (200)

from
$99

Wild West Day Trip to Virginia City from Tahoe with Train Ride

Delve into Nevada’s Wild West mining history on this tour from South Lake Tahoe to Virginia City, a mining boomtown listed on the US National …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

4.3 (169)

Wild West Day Trip to Virginia City from Tahoe with Train Ride

Delve into Nevada’s Wild West mining history on this tour from South Lake Tahoe to Virginia City, a mining boomtown listed on the US National...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.3 (169)

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$80

Frequently Asked Questions

These answers are based on answers previously given to Cool Shore Excursions customers' questions.

What are the best options for California Nature & Wildlife?

What are the best kid-friendly options for California Nature & Wildlife Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly California Nature & Wildlife are:

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Which California Nature & Wildlife have Instant Confirmation?

Which California Nature & Wildlife have Free Cancellation?

California Nature & Wildlife with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which California Nature & Wildlife have Hotel Pickup?

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