Top Newport Beach Nature Walks

Get close up views of amazing marine wildlife with one of the best whale watching tours on the coast, Davey's Locker. From our unique 360-viewing walk around boat feature you can see giant blue whales, humpback whales, meg pods of dolphins and more. Enjoy our low passenger capacity means more room and relaxation for you. Our favorite spot onboard is up front, where you can catch sight of bow-riding dolphins!

Watch for whales and dolphins off Newport Beach aboard a double-decker catamaran with bow seating and 360-degree views. A diverse array of marine wildlife thrives in the protected area just outside Newport Bay, and you'll have the chance to see humpbacks, gray whales, finback whales, blue whales, seals, and several species of dolphins. The boat has a 96% success rate spotting whales or dolphins, making this a great way to explore California wildlife in a gorgeous natural environment.

Get a chance to spot whales and dolphins during this private boat tour in Newport Beach, led by a Certified Marine Naturalist. Listen to live narration on marine mammals as you travel comfortably in a rigid-hulled inflatable boat. Enjoy a scenic and fast-paced ride through Newport, Laguna Beach, and Dana Point in search of wildlife.

Northern California is usually what comes to mind when talking about the state’s wine country, but you can imbibe at Orange County wineries with similar fanfare. Head to Temecula Valley for several wine tastings at local vineyards and enjoy tours of each facility. Sample award-winning wines, see the largest wine cave in the area, and tuck into a charcuterie board all in one day. The tour also passes by the famous Wilson Creek Winery without stopping.

Follow Barefoot Joel, professional naturalist guide, on fun and educational walking and hiking tours through some of the most biologically diverse places near Disneyland in Anaheim, CA. Choose from easy 1-3 hour experiences (all ages), 3-4 hour moderate experiences (tweens and up) and strenuous all-day adventures (18 and up). Activities may include foraging, birding, wildlife viewing, barefooting and rock scrambling. Visit waterfalls, canyons, sea caves, high peaks, woodlands, mountain forests, coastal bluffs and tide pools located within an hour's drive of the major theme parks and hotels. Appreciate seasonal wildflowers, rocky outcrops and panoramic views. Search for deer, bobcats, foxes, coyotes, lizards, snakes, birds, butterflies and other unique wildlife. See why Southern California is considered one of the best places to explore the natural world.

Learn the basics of surfing or take your current skills to the next level during a 2-hour class. Enjoy a private lesson with an instructor or take a group class with friends.  Whether it’s your first time on a board or you’ve been catching waves for years, everyone can benefit from the class.  There’s no need to get a wetsuit or surfboard past TSA as both are provided for you.