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Point Lobos Nature Walk: Scenic Wildlife Adventure
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54 Ratings
Carmel-by-the-Sea
This tranquil nature walk guides you through peaceful forests, alongside rugged cliffs and stunning inlets. You might observe otters, seals, sea lions, deer, and various bird species. It’s a perfect location for capturing unforgettable moments with your camera. The remarkable human history of this special area will also be shared during your journey.
This tranquil nature walk guides you through peaceful forests, alongside rugged cliffs and stunning inlets. You might observe otters, seals, sea lions, deer, and various bird species. It’s a perfect location for capturing unforgettable moments with your camera. The remarkable human history of this special area will also be shared during your journey.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve - Hike along the magnificent, rocky shore and unique bays while watching out for otters, seals, sealions as well as birds and deer. Get to know the plants, the sea and land animals and hear the fascinating stories of the Portuguese whalers, Chinese fishermen, Japanese abalone divers who called this home. Our…
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve - Hike along the magnificent, rocky shore and unique bays while watching out for otters, seals, sealions as well as birds and deer. Get to know the plants, the sea and land animals and hear the fascinating stories of the Portuguese whalers, Chinese fishermen, Japanese abalone divers who called this home. Our guides share the amazing story of Point Lobos almost became a city, and how it was saved from that fate by A.M. Allan who recognized its magic.
What's Included
- All fees and taxes included.
- All fees and taxes included.
Additional Information
- Need to be able to climb stairs, stand and walk for the duration of the tour
- Tour proceeds at a leisurely pace. Distance ca. 2.5 miles
- Need to be able to climb stairs, stand and walk for the duration of the tour
- Tour proceeds at a leisurely pace. Distance ca. 2.5 miles
Location
66 CA-1
California 1
Free, safe parking at private residence 1/4 mile SOUTH of Point Lobos entrance. Driveway is on the EAST side of Highway 1, across from the green mailboxes (look for the "Point Lobos Walks" sign on the east side). After passing the driveway gate, take the first left turn to the parking area.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(54 Ratings)
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Soniaestrada
Feb 28, 2025
Do not hesitate! Best way to experience Point Lobos - This guided walk was 100% the highlight of our trip to Monterey. Monica ,the guide, gives so much insight to the hike, and knows the best areas to get stunning views. We were lucky to see 3 otters with their pups! We also saw sea lions. Monica takes her scope and you can take a closer look at wildlife.
Her firsthand knowledge of the history of Point Lobos enriches this experience.
The hike in itself isn’t hard, it takes about 2.5 hours at a slow pace.
Do not hesitate, walking Point Lobos with Monica as a guide is definitely the best way to see the best of Point Lobos.
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Monicah521
Feb 22, 2025
Fabulous tour of the “sea wolves” - Monica was absolutely wonderful! First of all, we lived in Switzerland for a long time and she is Swiss so that connection was special. Along the way, we learned that she married into the family that used to own all of the Pt Lobos land so we got an intimate history lesson as well. Highly recommend!
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Curiosity25776475005
Oct 21, 2024
Must do - Amazing. Must do! I’m so glad we did this. 2 hours of lasting memories! Perfect weather small group. Thank you Monica, we appreciated your knowledge.
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10stevew10
Oct 19, 2024
Walking, talking and gawking with Monica. - Monica, lead us on a 2-hour energetic, informative and photogenic walk around the Point Lobos peninsula. We enjoyed the walk from start to finish and have signed up for one of her walking tours of downtown Carmel…..can’t wait
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Ivonne_w
Oct 7, 2024
Point Lobos super tour - It was a great experience, this is worth every penny, she is very knowledgeable and super accommodating. I totally recommend it.
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Jillho8598up
Oct 4, 2024
DONT MISS OUT ON THIS TOUR WITH MONICA! - Don't miss this tour! Monica was great, very knowledgeable and informative. Added personal touch to history of Point Lobos. Also free parking so able to avoid the crowds!
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Powersofmine
Sep 17, 2024
You won't regret this scenic walk! - This was a PERFECT outdoor excursion for our ladies' weekend in the Carmel/Monterey area. Great balance of walking through nature, learning facts about the area, and pausing for incredible photos with views of shoreline, sea lions, otters, and more. Monica was a delightful guide: knowledgable, friendly, and able to tailor the experience to the group. Having private parking included made it all that much easier. Highly recommend!
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Thomas_d
Sep 17, 2024
A morning in nature - Monica's knowledge and passion are infectious. She placed the Point in context and made it come alive .
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Teresa_m
Aug 4, 2024
Monica is Amazing! - There is not much more I can add to the praise of Monica and her outstanding walk through this beautiful part of CA. It was a very foggy day, so the spectacular views we were hoping to have did not happen; however, it was still a great day due to Monica and her fantastic ability to provide interesting background on the history, geology, botany, pretty much everything! If you are in the area, be sure to book her tour!
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Mkuhl1
Jan 19, 2025
My review is for Viator.... - My review is for Viator. They should know how long an easy walking tour is. I called because I wanted to take my elderly mother, she walks fine but is slow. They said the tour was short, but the tour was at least 3 miles, we couldn’t keep up and missed all the information at the stops. I am disappointed that I wasted our time and money on this adventure that I would not have booked if I knew the distance.
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