Scheduling:
OFFERING FOUR 1/2 DAY TOURS (3-1/2 to 4-1/2 hours):
*Two Wildlife & Beach Tours - EcoTours (Tide pools or Nature Preserve): includes seeing seals & sea lions up close and beautiful hidden beach coves with breathtaking views and wildlife on the California Riviera. Light walking. (minimum 2 people up to 30 people). Offered several days a week. See times and pricing below. (about 4 hours)
*Beach Coastal & Shopping Tour: See the beautiful California Riveria and the coastal towns. Shop, eat or relax on the beach in the seaside artist town of Laguna Beach (www.lagunbeachinfo.com). Visit Balboa in Newport Beach and shop or enjoy the Harbor. Or shop in Fashion Island. You'll also tour our beautiful coastline - The California Riviera. Huntington Beach can also be added. Minimum 2 people up to 50 people. VIP discounts to shops, art galleries and restaurants provided. (4 to 4-1/2 hours)
*Laguna Canyon Artists (private studios) Tour with optional wine tasting/hors d'oeuvres: Meet Laguna's award winning festival artists and taste wine from Laguna's local winery or enjoy lunch overlooking the ocean. Refer to our Pricing Tour page on Art/wine Tour (group reservations only. Minimum 10 people up to 75 people). (3 hours art tour, 4 to 4-1/2 to add wine tasting).
*Orange County Tour: Includes Mission San Juan Capistrano and visiting Dana Point and Laguna Beach.
Morning or afternoon tours offered Monday-Sunday approximately 8:30am
or 1:15pm. Tour times vary depending upon tide schedules. Call for
exact departure times. Custom times and custom tours are available for
tours. Tours subject to change.
Call to verify which tour times are visiting: Tide pools (sea animals in natural habitat on a beautiful beach) vs. a Nature Preserve (on the Pacific Flyway to see year-round/mirgrating birds).
TOURS INCLUDE TRANSPORTATION, EDUCATIONAL GUIDE, BEVERAGE AND SNACK.
We pick up at various hotels and corporations in Orange County. Some locations (Anaheim and Hunting Beach areas, etc.) may require an extra fuel service charge for pick-up.
Pricing - Half Day Tours:
1. Tide Pools, Wildlife & Beach Tour (Ecotour)
$78, per adult, $65 per child (5-12)
2. Nature Preserve, Wildlife & Beach Tour (EcoTour)
$78 per adult, $65 per child (5-12)
3. Beach Coastal & Shopping Tour or Orange County Tour
$75 per adult, $63 per child (4-12)
4. Laguna Canyon Artists Tour with optional wine tasting
(refer to artists - tour and wine taste page)
Gratuity suggested for our educational guides.
A $3 per person donation is given to Pacific Marine Mammal Center upon each Ecotour booking. Thank you for helping us make a difference!
Anaheim and Huntington Beach areas may require a $6 per person fuel service charge
TO BOOK A TOUR CALL: 949-500-6981
(Minimum of a 24-hour advanced reservation based upon availability)
Custom tours and times available. For schools, Corporations or organizations wanting a private tour, please call for quote and availability.
What to bring (Wildlife & Beach Tours):
Camera, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, wear tennis or water shoes (NO FLIP FLOPS PLEASE). You can bring a backpack to store personal items. Binoculars helpful on Nature Preserve Tour. Fall/winter/spring bring sweatshirt or windbreaker.
Weather and Cancellation Policy:
Tours go out rain or shine (except in heavy rain). Tide pools can only be seen during low tide and not on rainy days. If rain or a huge swell/high waves occur from unforeseen weather conditions (mother nature), the tour will visit a nature preserve, a habitat for migrating and year-round birds.
To avoid a full fare assessment, a 48 hour advanced cancellation notice is required on all tours. Parties of 10 or more, there is a 15 day cancellation policy. If tour is not full, operator reserves the right to reschedule or provide a refund. Tours subject to change depending upon weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances.
Note: Tide pools can be slippery which can result in falling. OC Wildlife & Beach Tour Inc. will not be held responsible. Each person voluntarily assumes this risk when taking this tour. Tide Pools are also marine life protected. please do not remove animals, rocks or shells and do not touch them as this is their natural habitat.
