Monterey Peninsula
Kayaking, sky diving, deep sea fishing and whale watching are just a hint of wonderful experiences available on the Monterey Peninsula.
Here are great ways to spend your days enjoying the area:
Asilomar Walking Tours: The 4 self-guided walking tours on various aspects of the park are Julia Morgan Architecture, Living Dunes, Coast Trail and Forest Walk. These tours will help bring a new perspective and renewed appreciation to the park's natural and cultural history.
Deep Sea Fishing: Located at historic Fisherman's Wharf, Chris' Fishing Trips is a full-service boat chartering company that offers deep sea fishing cruises in the Pacific waters beyond Monterey Bay. Call (831) 375-5951 for more information.
Golfing: Monterey Peninsula is home to nearly 20 world-class golf courses. Pick one for every day of your stay or just pick your favorite! Visit GolfLink.com for more information and tee times.
Horseback Riding: Seemingly endless equestrian trails meander through diverse landscapes - from rugged mountain terrain to sandy beaches. Check with Pebble Beach Equestrian Center for more information.
Kayaking: Discover the Monterey Bay by sea! Kayak through the kelp forests and see otters and harbor seals in their natural environment. Novice paddlers welcome. Daily tours offered as well as rentals. For more information, call Adventures by the Sea at 831-372-1807.
Monterey Bay Aquarium: Enjoy all the wonders of the world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium located nearby on historic Cannery Row. The mission of the non-profit Monterey Bay Aquarium is to inspire conservation of the oceans. Tickets are available for purchase at the Asilomar Park Store.
Monterey Movie Tours: Whether you’d like an introduction to the area, an alternative to attractions you’ve already seen or an exciting rainy day option, Monterey Movie Tours® is your ticket to a star-studded getaway! Visit MontereyMovieTours.com for more information.
Scuba Diving: Monterey Bay Dive Charters caters to travelling divers by planning, coordinating and conducting recreational scuba diving operations in and around the Monterey Peninsula. Call (831) 383-9276 to schedule a dive.
Sky Diving: Adventure Center Skydiving offers a wide variety of service and jump options, including tandem, AFF, an on-site skydiving store, and video and still photo services for your skydive. For more information, call (831) 636-0117.
Whale Watching: Randy's Whale Watching Trips is a small family-owned business that knows just where the whales spend their day -- and also offers fishing trips. For details, call (831) 372-7440.
Wine Tasting: Monterey boasts one of the most dramatic meetings of land and sea on Earth. These same scenic elements make Monterey perfect for growing wine grapes. Visit Monterey Wine Country to learn more.