Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine
ID: GYG475833-847195
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Embark on an outdoor adventure in Malibu wine country on a guided hike suitable for beginners. Walk through vineyards, learn about the history of the area, stop to take photos, and sample regional wine.
Head to the starting point and meet your guide. Begin with a short safety briefing and then get ready to discover the captivating Malibu countryside on this guided trek. Follow a 2.5-mile loop around the ranch, enjoying the sounds of nature and breathing in the fresh air as you go.
Wander through a section of the ranch and see some of the four-legged residents who call this place home, including horses, llamas, alpacas, donkeys, goats, and more. If you join the tour before sunset, you may even get the opportunity to meet some of them.
As you continue along your walk, you'll head into the vineyards. Here, your guide will regale you with interesting facts about the varietals grown here, the winemaking process, and the history of the family-owned winery.
Along the way, your guide will point out all the best spots to take photos of your experience, including a larger-than-life frame that offers the perfect backdrop for a selfie or group photo. You'll also get the chance to view the Chumash Native American cave paintings found on the ranch.
A 20-minute rest during the hike provides the ideal opportunity to catch your breath. Soak up the sweeping views of the Malibu countryside and enjoy good conversation with your guide and fellow hikers before making your way back to the starting point.
Your tour concludes with 2 complimentary cans of wine, a wonderful memento of your Malibu wine hike.
Highlights
- Marvel at sweeping views of Malibu wine country on a guided hiking trip
- Explore a private ranch on a 2.5-mile trek with ample photo opportunities
- Experience the diverse fauna and flora native to this scenic part of California
- Learn about Native American history as you view Chumash cave paintings
- Discover more about the family-owned vineyard and take home some wine
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The hike is considered easy to moderate with about 300 feet of elevation gain and loss. However, the hike includes stairs and is not suitable for those who cannot climb stairs
This tour is open to all ages
Participants are not permitted to bring their own alcohol on the hike
Please check in for your tour at the check-in cabin. Just head down the wooden steps from the parking lot.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
