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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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Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in California?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in California are: California Luxury & Special Occasions California Luxury Tours California Tours & Sightseeing California Cultural & Theme Tours California Outdoor Activities View all tour styles in California →

Explore San Diego Tide Pools with a Marine Biologist

Family-friendly experience where you can learn about life in tide pools from a marine biologist with over 20 years of combined science, education, and museum …More

La Jolla, USA

5.0 (272)

Explore San Diego Tide Pools with a Marine Biologist

Family-friendly experience where you can learn about life in tide pools from a marine biologist with over 20 years of combined science, education, and museum...

1 hour Free Cancellation

5.0 (272)

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$34

Hollywood Ghost Hunting Experience with Real Paranormal Tools

Uncover the haunted heart of Hollywood on the only hands-on ghost hunting history tour, where the glamour of Tinseltown collides with the restless spirits of …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.9 (269)

Hollywood Ghost Hunting Experience with Real Paranormal Tools

Uncover the haunted heart of Hollywood on the only hands-on ghost hunting history tour, where the glamour of Tinseltown collides with the restless spirits of...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (269)

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$55

Ghost Hunt in Old Town Temecula with a Professional Investigator

Discover the haunted heart of Temecula on a real ghost-hunting adventure led by an expert storyteller. Along the way, you’ll hear chilling tales from the …More

Temecula, USA

4.9 (219)

Ghost Hunt in Old Town Temecula with a Professional Investigator

Discover the haunted heart of Temecula on a real ghost-hunting adventure led by an expert storyteller. Along the way, you’ll hear chilling tales from the...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (219)

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$55

Sequoia National Park Small-Group Tour from Three Rivers

Departs the gateway town of Three Rivers. Choose Sequoia's longest operating local tour company for an incredible and authentic experience! Embark on an unforgettable adventure …More

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, USA

4.9 (215)

Sequoia National Park Small-Group Tour from Three Rivers

Departs the gateway town of Three Rivers. Choose Sequoia's longest operating local tour company for an incredible and authentic experience! Embark on an unforgettable adventure...

7 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (215)

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$319

Yosemite 3-Day Camping Adventure from San Francisco

Immerse yourself in the heart of the High Sierra on this 3 day Yosemite tour, designed for those who crave an authentic outdoor adventure without …More

San Francisco, USA

4.8 (212)

Yosemite 3-Day Camping Adventure from San Francisco

Immerse yourself in the heart of the High Sierra on this 3 day Yosemite tour, designed for those who crave an authentic outdoor adventure without...

3 days

4.8 (212)

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$795

We are a true Eco Tour company in the state of California using wagons and mules to tour an ancient wilderness. You will have to …More

Palm Springs, USA

4.9 (206)

Covered Wagon Adventure & BBQ

We are a true Eco Tour company in the state of California using wagons and mules to tour an ancient wilderness. You will have to...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (206)

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$139

Yosemite Grand Adventure - day tour from S. Lake Tahoe

Join us on this exclusive fully narrated journey to Yosemite National Park from Lake Tahoe by a professional tour guide. This is an opportunity to …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

5.0 (204)

Yosemite Grand Adventure - day tour from S. Lake Tahoe

Join us on this exclusive fully narrated journey to Yosemite National Park from Lake Tahoe by a professional tour guide. This is an opportunity to...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (204)

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$270

Professional Stargazing Tour in Joshua Tree

Our guides are experienced and knowledgeable and will take you on a journey through our sky. Learn to find north and the location of our …More

Palm Springs, USA

4.9 (188)

Professional Stargazing Tour in Joshua Tree

Our guides are experienced and knowledgeable and will take you on a journey through our sky. Learn to find north and the location of our...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (188)

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$200

2-Hour Private Sailing Experience in San Diego Bay

Our unique sail displays a peace sign because that is exactly what we share with our customers, peace. Peace is not always an easy thing …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (188)

2-Hour Private Sailing Experience in San Diego Bay

Our unique sail displays a peace sign because that is exactly what we share with our customers, peace. Peace is not always an easy thing...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (188)

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$675

Small Group Redwoods, California Coast & Sausalito Day Trip from San Francisco

We begin the day at Armstrong Woods, where you will walk among the oldest and largest trees on the planet. The park has 1500 year …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (181)

Small Group Redwoods, California Coast & Sausalito Day Trip from San Francisco

We begin the day at Armstrong Woods, where you will walk among the oldest and largest trees on the planet. The park has 1500 year...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (181)

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$119

Our team prides themselves on their personality, passion for the industry, and overall drive to bring you the best experience possible. We take out smaller …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.9 (180)

Afternoon Whale Watch

Our team prides themselves on their personality, passion for the industry, and overall drive to bring you the best experience possible. We take out smaller...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (180)

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$75

A Backcountry Hummer Adventure! See the "real" Catalina. There’s nothing like an exciting journey through Catalina's pristine wilderness aboard a rugged, open-air 4x4 Hummer H1. …More

Catalina Island, USA

4.8 (138)

Journey to Island's End

A Backcountry Hummer Adventure! See the "real" Catalina. There’s nothing like an exciting journey through Catalina's pristine wilderness aboard a rugged, open-air 4x4 Hummer H1....

2 hours

4.8 (138)

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$110

San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour (Greater Palm Springs)

Only Red Jeep Tours can take you to Metate Ranch, located in the heart of the San Andreas Fault Zone. On this awe-inspiring OPEN-AIR Jeep …More

Palm Springs, USA

4.9 (127)

San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour (Greater Palm Springs)

Only Red Jeep Tours can take you to Metate Ranch, located in the heart of the San Andreas Fault Zone. On this awe-inspiring OPEN-AIR Jeep...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (127)

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$175

See Yosemite National Park on an outing that combines short easy hikes with outdoor education–great for children and adults alike! Spend quality time with your …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

4.9 (94)

Private Guided Hiking Tour in Yosemite

See Yosemite National Park on an outing that combines short easy hikes with outdoor education–great for children and adults alike! Spend quality time with your...

4 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (94)

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$211

This nature walk takes you through serene woodlands, along craggy cliffs and beautiful coves. You may spot otters, seals and sealions, deer and birds. This …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

5.0 (91)

Guided 2-Hour Point Lobos Nature Walk

This nature walk takes you through serene woodlands, along craggy cliffs and beautiful coves. You may spot otters, seals and sealions, deer and birds. This...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (91)

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$59

Sunset Hike and Photography Adventure in South Lake Tahoe

See Lake Tahoe at it's most spectacular- lit up by the setting sun! Leave the crowds of tourists behind as top-rated guide company,Tahoe Outdoor Adventures …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

5.0 (81)

Sunset Hike and Photography Adventure in South Lake Tahoe

See Lake Tahoe at it's most spectacular- lit up by the setting sun! Leave the crowds of tourists behind as top-rated guide company,Tahoe Outdoor Adventures...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (81)

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$125

Monterey Bay is one of the greatest places in the world to find whales and with the added bonus of a sunset viewing in the …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.9 (78)

Sunset Whale Watch Tour in Monterey

Monterey Bay is one of the greatest places in the world to find whales and with the added bonus of a sunset viewing in the...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (78)

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$75

Muir Woods, Sausalito, Battery Spencer Tour from San Francisco

Ready for a day of iconic sights, towering trees, and coastal charm? Hop aboard our comfy transportation for a small-group adventure through San Francisco’s coolest …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (76)

Muir Woods, Sausalito, Battery Spencer Tour from San Francisco

Ready for a day of iconic sights, towering trees, and coastal charm? Hop aboard our comfy transportation for a small-group adventure through San Francisco’s coolest...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (76)

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$79

Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach

Come aboard Newport Surfrider for an adventure of a lifetime, one of the nicest RHIB (rigid-hulled inflatable boat) boats in Newport Harbor. Captain has over …More

Newport Beach, USA

5.0 (69)

Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Newport Beach

Come aboard Newport Surfrider for an adventure of a lifetime, one of the nicest RHIB (rigid-hulled inflatable boat) boats in Newport Harbor. Captain has over...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (69)

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$425

Welcome! Keifer's Giant Sequoia Tours is a family-owned sightseeing company operated by former National Park Rangers. Keifer's Giant Sequoia Tours offers our guests premier private …More

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, USA

5.0 (58)

Giant Sequoia Private Tour

Welcome! Keifer's Giant Sequoia Tours is a family-owned sightseeing company operated by former National Park Rangers. Keifer's Giant Sequoia Tours offers our guests premier private...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (58)

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$349

Frequently Asked Questions

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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?

No problem. These California Nature & Wildlife include Hotel Pickup:

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