Discover Dana Point: Kayak, Hike and Visit the Ocean Institute

Itinerary

Welcome to Dana Point – Orange County, the most romantic spot in California! Our tour begins with a coffee and a pastry in the arts district.

We’ll take a quick meander up to the historical Bluff Top Trail for a birds' eye view of the harbor and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean.

Duration: 30 minutes

Location: Bluff Top Trail, Santa Clara Ave, Violet Lantern to Amber Lantern St, Dana Point, CA 92629

Then we're off to pick up our kayaking gear! Your professional and experienced guide will assist you in getting familiar with your kayak and there will also be an opportunity to change clothes before we get out on the water.

We’ll take a jaunt around the harbor and chat about the interesting history and folklore of Dana Point.

After some beach lounging, we’ll then head back to hand over our kayaks and grab a bite to eat by the harbor

Duration: 4 hours

Location: Orange County Urban Adventures, Dana Point, CA 92629

After lunch we’ll take a walk over to the Ocean Institute to learn more about local maritime life. The Institute is an education center and maintains two tall ships, the Pilgrim and the Spirit of Dana Point, for your viewing pleasure.

Duration: 1 hour

Location: Ocean Institute, Dana Point, CA 92629-2723

Part of the Ocean Institute

Duration: 10 minutes

Location: The Pilgrim, Dana Point Harbor, Dana Point, CA

We’ll then make our way up the Headlands and hike the trails that overlook the Pacific, reaching the Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center, where you’ll discover more fascinating facts about our local wildlife.

After a brief visit to the beach we shall make our way back to the starting point. There will be restrooms along the way on the tour and we strongly recommend that you bring a water bottle to refill and some comfortable walking shoes.

Before you go, don’t forget to ask your local guide for tips on what else there is to see and do during your stay in Orange County.

Please note that this is an active tour and the distance covered on foot is approximately walking distance is about 5 miles (8 kilometers) with approximately 50 yards/ meters elevation gain. The walking is spread out over 6 hours with several breaks.


Duration: 2 hours

Location: Dana Point Nature Interpretive Center, 34558 Scenic Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629-2749