Top San Luis Obispo Outdoor Activities

Set out on a spectacular off-roading adventure on the sands near Pismo Beach, CA—the only public beach in the state where driving is allowed. Whip across the dunes and zoom alongside the coastline in your choice of a 2-seat or 4-seat rental. Choose between driving a dune buggy, UTV, or ATV. Instruction is included, so no need to worry if you've never ridden one before.

Embark on a Thrilling Sidecar Adventure in San Luis Obispo! This is your once-in-a-lifetime chance to ride in a sidecar through stunning vineyards and get up close to the vines—an adventure most tourists will never experience. With the wind in your hair and breathtaking views all around, your expert guide will share fascinating insights into the inner workings of the vineyard, from vine to bottle. Along the way, stop at picture-perfect locations for unforgettable moments and incredible photos. This isn’t just a tour—it’s an experience you’ll never forget! Don’t miss your chance to embark on this unforgettable ride!

Explore the best of Morro Bay, California on an electric bike tour of the area. Join a dedicated guide and stop at key landmarks including Morro Rock, Estero Bay, Morro Strand Beach, and the state park, taking in the coastal views while you ride. This tour is tailored to your interests whether you want to learn a bit of history or you simply want to enjoy nonstop exploring.

Embark on a Thrilling Sidecar Adventure in San Luis Obispo! This is your once-in-a-lifetime chance to ride in a sidecar through stunning vineyards and into the heart of the wine country, getting closer to San Luis Obispo like never before—an adventure most tourists will never experience. With the wind in your hair and breathtaking views all around, your expert guide will share fascinating insights into the inner workings of the vineyard, from vine to bottle. Along the way, stop at picture-perfect locations for unforgettable moments and incredible photos. Don’t miss your chance to embark on this unforgettable ride! This isn’t just a tour—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Head to a pretty stretch of Central Coast shoreline, learn the surfing basics, and even see if you can hang 10 like the pros during this accessible, beginner-friendly surf lesson. Depending on the day’s conditions, meet your private guide at a beach in and around Cayucos, zip up your wetsuit, and learn the basics. Then, with your guide’s instruction and support, hit the waves—and have plenty of attempts to nail your technique.

Our tours are as unique as the individuals booking them! They are all custom designed to meet your interests, ability levels and time constraints. Once you book the tour, the guide is yours for the day. The trip is sure to be the highlight of your visit to the Central Coast

We've turned Cal Poly Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game into an incredible outdoor digital adventure. Our PokemonGo style app will take you to 9 iconic places around Cal Poly Scavenger Hunt and Escape Game. At each location, you will need to solve a puzzle before advancing. It is part Scavenger Hunt and part Escape Room! You can play solo or in a group. Besides completing fun puzzles, you will learn fascinating details about different places like . You will walk around 1.6 miles as you find clues, solve puzzles and get closer to completing the adventure. You can go at your own pace, but it should take around 60 minutes to complete the adventure. Over 200,000 players have used our app to explore the world. We can't wait for you to play as well!

Explore the coastal city of Morro Bay, California with an electric bike rental. Navigate the city streets and hills with ease and let the electric bike do all the hard work for you. Choose from several bike models to suit your group's needs and discover the city's top highlights such as the Embarcadero and Morro Rock.

This is a custom, private trip. Starting times and excursion locations are your choice according to your interests, energy level and pre-determined places of interest to visit. To explore this beautiful coastline with you is our goal, and to introduce you to the incredibly diverse area that is Big Sur is our pleasure!

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Explore the rich tapestry of San Luis Obispo on a captivating scavenger hunt that combines history, adventure, and fun. Navigate through this charming California city, uncovering its intriguing past from the days of Spanish Franciscan Junípero Serra to the quirky "Tiger Town" era. With an interactive app guiding your journey, answer thought-provoking questions, capture unforgettable moments, and discover local landmarks at your own pace. Ideal for families, friends, or couples, this self-led adventure lets you experience the sights in a unique and engaging way.

Embark on a captivating scavenger hunt through the historic heart of downtown San Luis Obispo, California. Uncover the charm of the vibrant Higuera Street, with its bustling farmers' market. Discover hidden treasures like the mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, and the whimsical Bubblegum Alley. Delve into the eclectic mix of unique shops, inviting restaurants, and art galleries. Navigate at your leisure and experience the best of what San Luis Obispo has to offer. Ready to explore San Luis Obispo from a fresh perspective? Let the adventure begin!

Cruise the Pacific Coast Highway from San Luis Obispo to Santa Barbara with a tour that plays right from your phone. Drive at your own pace, stop at beaches and lookout points, and listen to simple stories that guide you past rolling hills, ocean views, and charming coastal towns. You choose when to start, where to stop, and how long to stay. Head south through Pismo Beach and quiet shoreline spots where waves crash along the sand. Pull over for photos, walk along the coast, or grab a bite in small beach towns along the way. Watch seabirds glide overhead and enjoy the fresh ocean air as you follow one of California’s most scenic routes. Your phone gives easy directions, works offline, and stays with you forever so you can return anytime. Download the tour, start your drive, and enjoy a relaxed journey along the California coast—your road, your pace, your adventure. *Download the Shaka Guide app to access the purchased tours*

Wildheart offers all custom/private tours designed to fit the clients interests, abilities and time constraints. Each of our 4 hour hiking adventures is recommended and designed with all of your priorities in mind. Since they are all coastal hikes they will always feature beautiful views of the the coast as well as varying ecosystems and plant communities. Just tell us what you want to do and see and we'll make it happen. Some of our favorite coastal locations in San Luis Obispo County are Montana De Oro, the Pismo Preserve, Estero Bluffs, Fiscalini Ranch and Harmony headlands.

A One-of-a-Kind Wine Adventure Through San Luis Obispo! Experience the best of San Luis Obispo wine country on this four-hour wine-hopping tour! Ride in a one-of-a-kind sidecar as you visit three of San Luis Obispo's' finest wineries, each offering a unique tasting experience and exclusive insights into what sets their wines apart. Soak in the stunning vineyard views, enjoy hand-selected tastings, and uncover the fascinating stories behind the region’s award-winning wines. Your adventure concludes with an unforgettable final tasting at the renowned Wolff Winery. This isn’t just a wine tour—it’s an exclusive, immersive experience designed for wine lovers looking for something truly unique.