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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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The San Diego Zoo is a 100-acre wildlife park and home to over 12,000 rare and endangered animals, representing more than 650 species and subspecies. …More

San Diego, USA

4.8 (4,446)

San Diego Zoo 1 Day Pass Any Day Ticket

The San Diego Zoo is a 100-acre wildlife park and home to over 12,000 rare and endangered animals, representing more than 650 species and subspecies....

1 to 4 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (4,446)

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$78

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Take a day trip from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park, described as the crown jewel of the country's many splendid national parks. You will be guided on …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (4,084)

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Take a day trip from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park, described as the crown jewel of the country's many splendid national parks. You will be guided on...

14 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (4,084)

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$227

Whale watching season is all year long in San Diego! Our team at Next Level Sailing provides the optimal experience with guides so experienced we …More

San Diego, USA

4.8 (2,470)

San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

Whale watching season is all year long in San Diego! Our team at Next Level Sailing provides the optimal experience with guides so experienced we...

4 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (2,470)

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$85

Los Angeles Hollywood Sign Hike: Front, Behind, and Expert Guide

Featured by the New York Times, The Today Show, USA Today, and the LA Times — Bikes and Hikes LA is LA's most trusted Hollywood …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.9 (1,567)

Los Angeles Hollywood Sign Hike: Front, Behind, and Expert Guide

Featured by the New York Times, The Today Show, USA Today, and the LA Times — Bikes and Hikes LA is LA's most trusted Hollywood...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,567)

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$29

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

Discover San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito with the option to add tickets to Alcatraz! Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (1,526)

San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito and Optional Alcatraz Tour

Discover San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito with the option to add tickets to Alcatraz! Join a small group tour that covers four iconic experiences...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,526)

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$109

Napa and Sonoma Premium Small Group Wine Tour from San Francisco

Embark on a full-day adventure that blends San Francisco’s iconic skyline with the rolling vineyards of Napa and Sonoma,Capped at 12 people. Enjoy scenic views, …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (1,170)

Napa and Sonoma Premium Small Group Wine Tour from San Francisco

Embark on a full-day adventure that blends San Francisco’s iconic skyline with the rolling vineyards of Napa and Sonoma,Capped at 12 people. Enjoy scenic views,...

8 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (1,170)

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$148

Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour

This tour will visit Muir Woods and Sausalito. Note that this tour includes the Muir Woods entrance fee. We provide a boutique, personal experience with …More

San Francisco, USA

4.8 (1,056)

Muir Woods and Sausalito Small Group Tour

This tour will visit Muir Woods and Sausalito. Note that this tour includes the Muir Woods entrance fee. We provide a boutique, personal experience with...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,056)

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$99

We are honored to be the #1 Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate and offer: Two of the largest and …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.8 (861)

Monterey Whale Watching Tour

We are honored to be the #1 Whale Watching Company in Monterey Bay with a 99% success rate and offer: Two of the largest and...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (861)

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$70

Discover Yosemite is honored to have received Cool Shore Excursionss Traveler’s Choice award for being in the top 10% of activities in the World for …More

Yosemite National Park, USA

4.9 (835)

Yosemite Highlights Small Group Tour

Discover Yosemite is honored to have received Cool Shore Excursionss Traveler’s Choice award for being in the top 10% of activities in the World for...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (835)

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$220

San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert

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 (792)

San Andreas Fault Jeep Tour from Palm Desert

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 (792)

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$175

17-Mile Drive, Monterey Peninsula&Carmel Premium Small Group Tour

Discover California’s coastal magic on this full-day small-group tour from San Francisco. Cruise the legendary Pacific Coast Highway in a comfortable and professionally maintained vehicles, …More

San Francisco, USA

4.9 (780)

17-Mile Drive, Monterey Peninsula&Carmel Premium Small Group Tour

Discover California’s coastal magic on this full-day small-group tour from San Francisco. Cruise the legendary Pacific Coast Highway in a comfortable and professionally maintained vehicles,...

11 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (780)

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$118

SoCal Riviera Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Mount Soledad

Embark on a thrilling coastal escapade with our SoCal Riviera Electric Bike Tour! Traverse the sun-soaked hills of Mount Soledad, San Diego's highest coastal point, …More

La Jolla, USA

5.0 (448)

SoCal Riviera Electric Bike Tour of La Jolla and Mount Soledad

Embark on a thrilling coastal escapade with our SoCal Riviera Electric Bike Tour! Traverse the sun-soaked hills of Mount Soledad, San Diego's highest coastal point,...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (448)

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$119

Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of the Monterey …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.8 (366)

Monterey Bay Whale Watching

Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of the Monterey...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (366)

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$70

San Francisco Bay Adventure Sightseeing Cruise

If you are looking for a more personal atmosphere with a small private group and you enjoy adventure, then we are the experience you are …More

San Francisco, USA

5.0 (337)

San Francisco Bay Adventure Sightseeing Cruise

If you are looking for a more personal atmosphere with a small private group and you enjoy adventure, then we are the experience you are...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (337)

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$115

Spooky Solvang Ghost Hunting & History Tour

Use real ghost hunting gear and learn of Solvang's haunted past, with creepy stories collected from locals. We're the original ghost tour, with a haunted …More

Santa Barbara, USA

4.9 (334)

Spooky Solvang Ghost Hunting & History Tour

Use real ghost hunting gear and learn of Solvang's haunted past, with creepy stories collected from locals. We're the original ghost tour, with a haunted...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (334)

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$55

La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour (Single Kayak)

Embark on a renowned kayak tour that offers the unique experience of navigating the La Jolla sea caves and ecological reserve. This excursion showcases a …More

La Jolla, USA

4.8 (313)

La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour (Single Kayak)

Embark on a renowned kayak tour that offers the unique experience of navigating the La Jolla sea caves and ecological reserve. This excursion showcases a...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (313)

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$79

Joshua Tree National Park Paved Road Tour

Just north of Palm Springs lies one of nature's majestic creations, Joshua Tree National Park. In the comfort of an enclosed, climate-controlled vehicle your guide …More

Palm Springs, USA

4.9 (300)

Joshua Tree National Park Paved Road Tour

Just north of Palm Springs lies one of nature's majestic creations, Joshua Tree National Park. In the comfort of an enclosed, climate-controlled vehicle your guide...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (300)

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$249

Experience Wine Country's largest and most beautiful park on horseback on this 90-minute, guided, small-group tour. Discover hundreds of acres of vineyards and the crystal …More

Healdsburg, USA

5.0 (299)

Sonoma Horseback-Riding Tour

Experience Wine Country's largest and most beautiful park on horseback on this 90-minute, guided, small-group tour. Discover hundreds of acres of vineyards and the crystal...

70 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (299)

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$129

The most unique activity in Los Angeles. See all of Los Angeles from the top of the iconic Hollywood Hills. Unforgettable views of the Hollywood …More

Los Angeles, USA

4.8 (285)

Mulholland Trail Horseback Tour

The most unique activity in Los Angeles. See all of Los Angeles from the top of the iconic Hollywood Hills. Unforgettable views of the Hollywood...

1 hour

4.8 (285)

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$85

Head out for an exciting expedition through favorite grazing grounds of Catalina’s American Bison, which are descendants of a small herd that was left on …More

Catalina Island, USA

4.8 (273)

Catalina Island Bison Expedition

Head out for an exciting expedition through favorite grazing grounds of Catalina’s American Bison, which are descendants of a small herd that was left on...

2 hours

4.8 (273)

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$110

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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