Best Outdoor Activities in West

Sandwiched between rugged coastal mountains and south-facing beaches, Santa Barbara is often called the American Riviera. The dramatic geography and warm Mediterranean climate are best appreciated on the ocean, by kayak. Paddle Sports Center has kayak, SUP and surf rentals, as well as expert guided tours that offer you a front row seat to view wildlife of the region, from sea lions to sea stars, pelicans to dolphins.read more

Banzai Divers Hawaii is a small diving company that focuses on small, personable scuba and snorkel groups led by experienced guides and instructors. Tours are available for both experienced divers and uncertified first timer divers. From reef fish to massive sea turtles and the rarest marine mammal in the world, the Hawaiian Monk Seal, much of the Hawaiian Islands reef and marine life cannot be found anywhere else on the planet!read more

Learn to surf on the Big Island of Hawaii with Kona Mike's expert surf instructors. Private, semi-private and group lessons offered at Kona's best surf spot. Your family or group will be well taken care of during your surf lesson. All surf instructors are CPR and First Aid certified as well as trained in professional rescue. read more

Rent top of the line ski and snowboard equipment from premium brands with Aspen Sports, conveniently located in the Westin in Snowmass Village. Explore 5,500 acres across 4 incredible mountains in Aspen Snowmass. Save up to 20% by booking online in advance! Pick up gear any time after 3pm the day before your rental! Free cancellation up to 24 hours before reservation. read more

Stand up paddleboard lessons and tours by a PSUPA certified instructor in the beautiful waters of Bellingham. Wildcat Cove Paddle offers lessons for beginners and intermediate paddlers, as well as guided tours to explore scenic Wildcat Cove, Chuckanut Bay and beyond. Take in magical sunsets, unique birds, seal sightings and stunning scenery. read more

Breckenridge Ski & Sport offers bike rentals + free delivery in the heart of this 9,600-foot Summit County town.  You can cruise along the bike path between Breckenridge and Frisco and take it easy for a family-friendly outing, or crush one of the mountain bike trails up on Baldy Mountain.  The options are endless.  Whatever you decide, they have bike rentals for you and your group - mountain bikes, road bikes, electric bikes and cruiser bikes can be rented for a half day or full day. Save 25% when you book online.read more

Rent your ski and snowboard equipment with Christy Sports located off of Highway 9, in between Frisco and the town of Breck. Save up to 20% by booking online in advance! Christy Sports offers expert service, premium gear, and rental equipment pick up any time after 3pm the day before your rental. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before reservation.read more

Bikes and Hikes LA offers a variety of daily outdoor LA tours all over Los Angeles. Ride through top LA neighborhoods like Hollywood and Beverly Hills, or hike to the Hollywood sign or Griffith Park. Rent a bike for a self-guided tour of LA!read more

Paddle On! Maui provides visitors a chance to experience beautiful Maui on and under the water. Join a private stand up paddleboard or Snorkel Tour along the Wailea-Makena Coastline in the heart of ��Turtle Town”! All tours are private with personalized, individual guidance on the ocean with just you and your family. We are out there with you every “paddle” of the way and are CPR/First Aid & Ocean Rescue Certified to ensure your safety. So… If you are not into crowds of people on a tour… You’re in the right place!read more

Private electric bike tours will get you out exploring Washington’s fastest growing wine region. Visit enchanting wineries and pedal to the shores of beautiful, crystal clear Lake Chelan. Bask in stunning scenery and sunshine and cool off with a dip at our top secret beach.read more

Hawaii Turtle Tours creates custom, personalized private tours of Oahu. Groups of two to 24 people can experience the “aloha” of Hawaii with a custom itinerary, whether you want to kayak, paddleboard or snorkel with turtles on the North Shore. Benefits of a custom private tour include choosing the stops, how long you want to stay and what you do!read more

Join Northern California's premier tour company for a one-of-a-kind kayaking tour in California Wine Country! Paddle along the Russian River and the Jenner Coast in Napa Valley on a relaxing paddle adventure.read more

Ketchikan Kayak Company has been offering intimate guided sea kayaking tours since 2003. Explore the Tongass National Forest with local Alaskan professional guides. Half day or full day adventures accommodate all ship itineraries.read more

Kailua Ocean Adventures is an eco-tourism business on the windward side of Oahu in Kailua. Through their outrigger canoe, sailing canoe and canoe surf adventures, guests travel just as Hawaiians and Polynesians did before, exploring Kailua Bay and it's sea life from fish to sea turtles to monk seals.read more

Red River Adventures offers guided backcountry skiing and ice climbing tours in Big Cottonwood and Little Cottonwood Canyons in the Wasatch Mountains that will take you to the very best powder that these world-class canyons offer. From lift-accessed backcountry touring, to learning how to ice climb, they will ensure a memorable day on the snow.read more

Experience Yosemite National Park on a private day hike with Echo Cooperative's knowledgeable and experienced guides. Enjoy expansive views of Yosemite National Park's high country on a variety of hikes for all ages, interests and skill levels. Discover top Yosemite sights like Half Dome, Tuolumne Meadows, Mono Pass, Glacier Point, Vernal Falls, Dana Peak and more!read more

Hawaiian Diving Adventures offers scuba diving trips every day to the best wrecks and reefs off the southern coast of Oahu for both certified and uncertified divers. Trips are led by top tier instructors and are focused on sustainability with the only biodiesel dive boat in Oahu. Choose from a variety of dive training courses from a one-day beginner scuba package to advanced PADI certifications.read more

Experience half and full day snorkeling adventures unique to Sea Maui! They will take you to West Maui’s premier snorkeling spots just a quick ride from Ka’anapali by boat. Here you’ll likely be up close and personal with the resident Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles, colorful tropical fish, beautiful coral reef and many other surprises depending on the day. Along the way, keep your eyes open for Hawaiian spinner dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, and during the winter months, you can look for the humpback whales that migrate from Alaska to the warm Maui waters.read more