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Shared Two-Hour Whale Watching Tours from Oceanside, CA
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Set sail from Oceanside during a whale watching excursion led by a certified naturalist guide. Board a comfortable 50-foot (15-meter) catamaran with covered areas for seating and cruise along San Diego’s coastline to spot whales and other marine life, getting as close as possible without disturbing them. Plus, choose from multiple departures to easily fit this whale watching tour into your schedule.
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$44.00
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$44.00
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Oceanside Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate
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Although skydiving is safer than ever, jumping out of an airplane remains a scary prospect for many people. At iFly Oceanside, feel the thrill of skydiving without committing to a jump. iFly's wind tunnel simulates a jump, offering the same thrill at the fraction of the price of a real jump.
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$79.95
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$79.95
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
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Carlsbad 3-Hour Electric Bike Rental
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You will pick up the electric bikes at our store and receive brief training and directions on where you can go on this self guided ride. Then you will enjoy riding an electric bike along the coastline in Carlsbad for 3 hours. Check out the surfers and the waves crashing on the beach. The bike lane parallels the beach for approximately 6 miles and then continues through the quaint little towns. There are plenty of places to stop along with way and sit on the beach, shop or get a bite to eat.
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$40.00
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$40.00

Oceanside Private Surf Lesson
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Surfing is an amazing soul sparking journey into liquid. Surf Lessons through Oceanside surf school are provided by Matthew Berry a long term native Oceanside Surf Instructor. He has various certifications on a snowboard and teaches all ability levels to obtain more than just standing on a surf board but truly riding the waves!
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$101.54
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$101.54

Carlsbad Village Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour
Explore the history and hot spots of your location by solving scavenger hunt and trivia style riddles on this engaging walking tour. Your team will earn points and be guided farther along the route with every riddle. Play from the convenience of your smartphone whenever you’re ready for an adventure!
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$38.00
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$38.00
per group
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Oceanside by Operation City Quest
The Oceanside scavenger hunt players will use an app to find objects around the city to collect points, and complete fun challenges for points. Players will be able to see their score live on the app rankings. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come and explore with us in Oceanside.
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$10.00
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$10.00
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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Explore Carlsbad with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Operation City Quest
Operation City Quest of Carlsbad 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 Carlsbad.
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$10.00
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$10.00
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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Solana Beach Private Hot Air Balloon Flight
We specialize in private Hot Air Balloon flights, creating a fun and personal atmosphere for your group.
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$1,195.00
per group
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$1,195.00
per group
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
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Stand-Up Paddleboard Adventure Lesson in Carlsbad
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Explore the California coast from a different perspective, on this fun-filled paddleboard tour. Escape the bustling city of San Diego, and travel up the coast to Carlsbad. Your local, certified guide will provide a short lesson on land before you get ready to take to the water. Look out for local wildlife including pelicans, jumping mullets, sea turtles, sea lions, stingrays and more.
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$81.74
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$81.74