Top Newport Beach Outdoor Activities

Cruise off the coast of Orange County in search of whales on this excursion from Newport Beach. Watch the rugged, beautiful scenery of the Pacific Coast glide by as you listen to interesting commentary from your crew about the native California marine life. Watch for blows and tail slaps; these signal that humpback, minke, grey, finback or giant blue whales are near. Dolphins and other marine life are also in abundance during this family-friendly, year-round whale watching tour.

Watch for whales and dolphins off Newport Beach aboard a double-decker catamaran with bow seating and 360-degree views. A diverse array of marine wildlife thrives in the protected area just outside Newport Bay, and you'll have the chance to see humpbacks, gray whales, finback whales, blue whales, seals, and several species of dolphins. The boat has a 96% success rate spotting whales or dolphins, making this a great way to explore California wildlife in a gorgeous natural environment.

We specialize in a more EXCITING and INTERACTIVE Whale and Dolphin Watching experience on our fast, state of the art 26' commercial built center console boats - where speed, comfort and safety come first. This on the water experience is all about Comfort, Connection and Customization. We have the speed to access more whales and dolphins, and allows us more time with the amazing wildlife. All of our trips are limited to 2-6 passengers offering The Ultimate Whale & Dolphin Watching experience in a 2hr tour of the coastal waters off Newport Beach, Orange County, CA. No more big slow boats with 100+ people crammed on. This trip is all about you!

Our classic 90-Minute harbor cruise departs all throughout the day, offering guests a unique and private experience! Tour Newport’s luxurious harbor passing by multi-million dollar yachts and waterfront homes. Enjoy ice cold waters on us, but of course, feel free to bring any food or beverages to make your trip more enjoyable! Turn up the music, enjoy a beverage, and have fun with BayWatch Boat Charters! Your charter includes a captain and can accommodate up to 6 guests. Enjoy an unprecedented luxury harbor cruise or ocean excursion and get a local crew that will offer an unprecedented experience.

On this guided California wine tasting tour, join BEST COAST TOURS as we visit four different local wineries. Savor the hundreds of award-winning wines offered by the local wineries and vineyards while enjoying the irresistible charm of their friendly tasting rooms. During the tour, enjoy tastings included at three wineries, a charcuterie board, and a picnic stop (lunch not included). Complementary pickups offered throughout Old Town Temecula and the Wine Valley. Complementary pickups offered throughout South Orange County. For parties larger than 6 people, accommodations can be made from Irvine, Laguna Beach, Newport beach, and Anaheim.

Pack a ton of San Diego sights into one day during this San Diego tour with Orange County pickup and drop-off included. You’ll explore the beaches of La Jolla, Seaport Village, Downtown San Diego, and Coronado Island with three brothers who grew up in Southern California as your guides. Not only do your guides know the area well, they also know the best times to visit these popular spots for the best experience possible.

Pro instructors will teach you to ride waves on your own regardless of your age or skill level. We have the best surf instructors and highest quality gear of any other surf school and can't wait to get you out in the water.

Located in The Irvine Spectrum Center, these adventures offer a one-of-a-kind premium experience. Follow clues and solve puzzles to complete your mission together. You might escape...You WILL have fun!

See some of the world’s most majestic marine animals during this private whale and dolphin watching excursion. Set out from Newport Beach around sunset and enjoy a relaxing evening searching for these beautiful mammals. Take in the coastal views while your captain points out points of interest and marine life. Life jackets are included for all guests.

Come aboard Newport Surfrider for an adventure of a lifetime, one of the nicest RHIB (rigid-hulled inflatable boat) boats in Newport Harbor. Captain has over 20 years of experience working on the water and is a certified naturalist. State of the art vessel will do 40+mph to optimize chances of finding marine mammals.

Take a thrilling whale-watching excursion off the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Travel along the coast of Los Angeles and experience marine wildlife up close. Enjoy a glass or wine or beer, a light snack, or other beverage from the boat’s galley. Sit either inside or out on our 45-passenger vessel as you search the Pacific for Gray, Humpback, and Sperm whales, sharks, seabirds, dolphins and sea lions on this memorable outing.

Irvine Pedego is perfectly located on a bike trial which give you access to the entire city and adjacent cities such as Newport Beach and Tustin. On a Pedego Electric Bike, the leading Electric bike brand in the USA, you can travel farther with less stress while you see all the city has to offer.

Explore the picturesque Balboa Peninsula and island on our state-of-the-art Pedego Electric Bikes. A fun and enjoyable activity for for all ages!

The show is a Vegas style experience that is one of the most unique shows in the country. MagicIAN is also a top rated magicians with over 250 five star reviews combined from google, yelp, and facebook. The Grand Scale illusion show includes a special effects light act with holograms, a levitating woman in the air, real doves magically changing into a real snake, audience participation magic, comedy, visual effects, and a levitation in the finale with the assistance of someone special. This performance is available for booking on select dates. Please contact for availability.

Operation City Quest of Costa Mesa is a great way to see the city! Use an app to submit photos of items you find around the city and challenges you complete for points. The items and challenges can be completed in any order you prefer! See your score on the app leaderboard to see how you compare. The scavenger hunt includes a remote host to help via chat along the way. Come discover Costa Mesa.

Walk around Costa Mesa while trying to survive the zombie apocalypse with Zombie Scavengers! On an app, you'll be given a list of items to find (in any order you choose) to help you survive a zombie apocalypse. You'll get points for finding these items, as well as completing some zombie themed challenges. Figure out the best game plan to get the most points in order to survive. A remote host will chat with you during the game if you have any questions. Prove you can survive the zombie apocalypse in Costa Mesa for bragging rights with all your friends!

We are located on a bike trial which give you access to the entire city and adjacent cities such as Newport Beach and Tustin. On a Pedego Electric Bike, the leading Electric bike brand in the USA, you can travel farther with less stress while you see all the city has to offer.

Crazy Dash of Costa Mesa is a great way to see the city! Use an app on your phone to submit photos of items you find around the city. Find them in any order you choose and submit a photo for points. You'll also complete challenges for points. See your score on the rankings compared to others who have played across the country when you are finished. All games have a remote host that will chat with you during the game. Crazy Dash is our most easy-going scavenger hunt. Come have some fun in Costa Mesa today!

Wacky Walks of Costa Mesa is a great way to see the city in a fun way! You'll use an app on your phone to submit photos of items you find around the city. For every photo you submit, you'll get points. You'll be able to see your score on the rankings after compared to all who have played across the country. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Costa Mesa.

With Crazy Dash, you'll use an app to exploreHuntington Beachin this exciting scavenger hunt! Use an app to find things around the city in any order you want, take photos, and collect points. At the end, take a look at the rankings to see your score compared to others across the country. All scavenger hunts have a live remote host that will help via chat. Crazy Dash is our most easy-going scavenger hunt. Come join us in Huntington Beach today!

See the highlights of stunning, coastal Orange County from above during this private tour in a helicopter. Depart from the John Wayne airport and enjoy bird’s eye views of beaches, luxury mansions, golf courses, and local landmarks as you soar comfortably, listening to onboard audio narration. Highlights include Laguna Beach, Huntington Beach, and Newport Harbor.

Get hands-on instruction in surfing from a team of First Aid and CPR-certified surfers and lifeguards during this immersive, small-group workshop. Listen to an in-depth introduction on paddling techniques and wave identification, then hit the water yourself with guidance from a designated surf coach. Workshops include surfboards and wetsuits.

This ten minute ride takes off from the airport and heads south to the beach before returning back to the airport. Not really, of course! This ride is a “taste” of OC that takes you from our Executive Terminal to the OC Coast and back. It’s a short smooth jaunt that’s sure to “wet” your appetite for more!

Our specially hand-crafted, interactive quests are equal parts tour, cultural experience, creative challenge, detective hunt, & social experiment! Guests get to discover hidden gems off the beaten trail while completing fun missions! Experience the favorite hangouts only known by locals, find a specific phrase in a book, uncover surprising historical facts and fascinating Legends