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4.97 out of 5 average rating, 712 reviews

Blossom Peak Ranch Rescue Animal Meet & Greet

Meet and interact with out rescue animals, including horses, goats, pigs, cow, donkeys, and more! Get up close to all our animals and learn about their rescue stories. Great for all ages 0-100+

5 out of 5 average rating, 153 reviews

Highland Cows Experience

Spend an hour on the ranch interacting with California’s largest registered Highland herd . Brush, cuddle and taking pictures up close and personal with friendly Highland cows and calves.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

Cuddle with Critters

By appointment only. Special times available on request. Connect with our friendly animals. Play with horses, goats, rabbits, and more. During a 1.5 hour tour

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 717 reviews

Oceanside Coastal Expeditions

Visit oceansidecoastalexpeditions .com for more information, tour times and prices. Small-group Zodiac-style expeditions with 360° views and front-row encounters with whales and dolphins.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 400 reviews

Tea with Hummingbirds at The Hummingbird Sanctuary

Enter the secret world of hummingbirds! This is a fully immersive experience, where you’ll meet hummingbirds up close while enjoying tea and cookies. Discover, learn, relax, leave amazed and inspired!

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 289 reviews

Explore Yosemite's Sierra Cider Orchard

Stroll through our orchard, learn about apples, and enjoy games, views, and animals.

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 442 reviews

Horseback riding through scenic Malibu

Climb into the saddle at a family-owned ranch for a guided, small-group ride with spectacular views of the rolling hills and Pacific Ocean. Riders of all skill levels are welcome. Weight limit 210lbs

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 280 reviews

Ride horses through the Santa Monica Mountains

Saddle up a well-trained horse at our eco-friendly ranch in stunning Agoura Hills and discover what Los Angeles looked like before the 1800s. Great for families, new riders, and special occasions.

5 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Bottle Feed Baby Goats and Hand Feed Horses

Come bottle feed baby goats, pet mini goats and give our horses treats, love and hugs. Want to stay overnight? We have 3 unique Airbnbs here with the animals! Search “Raven Bear Ranch” to find us.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews

Experience whale watching with a Naturalist

Join us for a lively day on Monterey Bay, spending time seeing diverse coastal animals.

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Wine Country Alpaca Hike & Valais Sheep Playtime

Experience a hike through our scenic Temecula farm with our friendly, halter-trained alpacas. Next, you’ll get exclusive access to play with and snap photos with our prize Valais Blacknose sheep.

5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviews

Listen deeply with a bioacoustic artist

In Tilden Regional Park, just outside Berkeley, settle into super-hearing as I blend forest soundscapes, slow bird calls to reveal hidden musical details, and weave acoustic ecology with music.

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Connect with Animals at Kinderwood min 3 guests

Get up close and personal with cute farm animals on a coastal redwood homestead. Whether it’s your first time or if it’s just been a while, there is always something to learn and someone to cuddle.

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Family Friendly trail riding experience

Ride the canyons like a true cowpoke, making memories that will be remembered forever! Our safe and well-trained horses will show you the original, wild Los Angeles that you won't see in Hollywood.

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San Diego Whale & Dolphin Watching City Cruise

Cruise the bay alongside San Diego Natural History Museum naturalists, spot whales, dolphins and sea lions, and take in marine birds with drinks and snacks on deck.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Cuddle Fluffy Mini Highland Calves

Meet and cuddle fluffy miniature Highland calves in a guided farm experience. Learn about their care, capture memorable photos, and enjoy quality time with these gentle animals year-round.

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviews

Horseback Ride and Ranch Animal Experience

Meet, groom, and bond with our horses before enjoying a guided trail ride through the scenic hills of Fallbrook. Along the way, meet our friendly goats and ducks & experience life on a working ranch.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Crab Fishing & Culinary Adventure - Tomales Bay

Crabbing the scenic waters of Tomales Bay with InstaForager, led by Guide Steve Conwell. This beginner-friendly, family-friendly experience is part outdoor adventure, part cooking class, and all fun!

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Whale watching excursion from Oceanside California

Visit osidewhales .com for intimate whale watching with only 6 guests, exploring more ocean for better encounters. Get closer to wildlife in a personal, unforgettable, and adventurous experience.

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Meet Mini Cows, Llamas & Valais Sheep on the Farm

Walk our 56-acre certified organic regenerative farm in Santa Barbara. Meet and feed mini donkeys, mini cows, llamas, Valais sheep, & Nigerian dwarf goats. See how we farm with nature, not against it.

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