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Activities We Offer

GUIDED FISHING
Relax in Paradise and catch freshwater Trophy Large mouth Bass. Southern California's Lake Casitas produces trophy sized bass and other fish at an alarming rate. You'll be picked up at the resort by a professional guide and taken to beautiful Lake Casitas to try your luck at fishing.

GUIDED BIKE TOURS
Ventura To The Beach: Suited for intermediate levels. Approx. 2 hrs; 16 miles. You will take the scenic Ventura Bike Path to the beach, stopping halfway for a snack and restroom break. Transportation back to the Inn, bikes, helmets and water bottles provided.

Orchard Ride: Suited for intermediate Levels. Approx. 1.5 hr. long; 7-9 miles. You will ride through the Orange Groves in Ojai. You will stop half way for a snack and continue through the flat, lush green valley floor while the majestic Topa Topa Bluffs stretch above you.

Winery/Foster Park Ride: *ONLY AVAILABLE SATURDAY AND SUNDAY* Suited for intermediate levels, ride to Foster Park is approx. 1 hour, 9 miles, along the scenic Ojai Bike Trail. Break provided for water, snacks and a restroom break. Group will be taken by van to Oak Creek Winery for tasting.

GUIDED ROCK CLIMBING
Group or Private Rock Climbing Adventures.

EXECUTIVE LIMOUSINE WINE TOURS -Tour the Santa Barbara Wine Country in a luxury car and visit a variety of wineries to enjoy wine tasting.

ISLAND EXCURSIONS
There are three destinations available for you to visit in the Channel Islands National Park. Island Packers lands at Anacapa Island's Landing Cove, and two destinations on Santa Cruz Island. There are no services on the islands, please pack in what you will need for the day, including food and water, and pack out all trash. Dress in layers for outdoor activity, and wear sturdy shoes for safety and comfort.

WHALE WATCHING
On all Island Packers' trips to the Channel Islands we cruise with an open eye for wildlife, especially everyone's favorite, whales and dolphins. There are also two seasons each year where we specifically go out into the waters of the Santa Barbara Channel and the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary just to look for whales. The annual gray whale migration in the local area is best viewed from late December through March. Shortly after the gray whale migration has passed, there is a chance to see other large whales like the endangered humpback and the blue whale. Humpback and blue whales are attracted to the local area during periods of upwelling, an ocean condition that produces the planktonic food preferred by these whales. Typically the ocean conditions that produce this feeding phenomenon occur between July and September.

KAYAKING

Kayak Lessons
Our guides will give you all the instructions, paddle strokes and safety tips for beginning kayaking in the safe calm waters of Lake Casitas.
2 hours
Includes kayaks, paddles, seat backs and life vest.
*Guest will be greeted at front lobby and asked to follow Kayak guide to the lake.

Lake Casitas Kayak Tour
Tour the beautiful Lake Casitas in a kayak while learning about the history and animals in this beautiful lake.
2-3 hours
Includes kayaks, paddles, seat backs and life vest.
*Guest will be greeted at front lobby and asked to follow Kayak guide to the lake.

Coastline Paddle Experience
Come experience the wonders of our beautiful coastline. You will start off with a complete ocean kayaking lesson and then the adventure begins. We kayak through the pristine Channel Islands Harbor as we make our way to our local waters viewing the fascinating wildlife such as seals, dolphins, crabs, starfish, numerous species of sea birds and more. All with a gorgeous view of the Channel Islands. Includes instruction, kayak, paddle, backrest, and life vest.

Channel Island Kayak Cave and Cove Adventure
Come with us and explore one of California's most pristine and untouched natural wonders the Channel Islands. We transport you to one of the Channel Islands where our expert guides will take you on an adventure you will never forget. On the way out to the islands we often encounter dolphins and whales in the Santa Barbara Channel and close in to the islands. When we arrive the guide orientates the group also giving instruction and lessons to beginner groups before we set out into clear island waters. As we paddle you will be amazed by the visibility, you can look down and see the bottom 40 to 100 feet below your kayak teaming with sea life. When you look up, you'll see spectacular sea caves, rock archways, and fountain like blowholes. We travel into several of the fantastic sea caves for a closer look at these natural formations, and the plant and animal life they contain. The islands are rich in animal life being home to several species of seals and sea birds just to name a few. When conditions permit we stop to snorkel in calm coves on warm days. With the clear waters and rich sea life it is a terrific experience. These sites are one of the gifts the world offers us. When we take the opportunity to experience them, we experience life. Includes round trip island transportation, kayak, paddle, seatback, life vest, helmet, and guide.

SURF LESSONS FOR BEGINNER AND ADVANCED SURFERS
Take surf lessons from a champion surfer. Mike Lamb can assist you with all aspects of surfing while teaching you about technique and ocean safety.

CAR TRANSFERS
Towncars and limousines available for airport transfers, or transportation.

CAR WASH AND WAX
After an excursion to one of the local activities you may treat your car to a wash and wax located here at the Inn.

Local Area Activities

• Fresh Water Fishing
• Wine Tasting Tours
• Bike Trips
• Hiking
• Surfing
• Kayaking
• Rock Climbing
• Sunset Cruises
• Universal Studios
• Disneyland
• Santa Barbara Botanical Gardens
• Santa Barbara Mission
• San Buenaventura Mission
• Lake Casitas
• Museums
  • Ojai Valley Museum
  • Ojai Center for the Arts
  • Santa Barbara Museum of Art.
  • Albinger Archaeological Museum: On-site excavations are documented in exhibits covering 3500 years of human history.
• Orchards Located in the scenic East end of the Ojai Valley
• Pacific Ocean 15 minutes west of Ojai
  • Ventura 15 minute drive from Ojai.
  • Santa Barbara 35 minute drive from Ojai.
• Wineries Santa Barbara County Vintner's Association
• Festivals
  • Ojai Tennis Tournament
  • Ojai Music Festival
  • Ojai Film Festival
  • Bowlful of Blues
  • Shakespeare Festival
  • Lavender Festival
  • Ojai Wine Festival
  • Fourth of July Celebration
  • Taste of Ojai
• Churches and Spiritual Centers
  • First Baptist Church
  • Saint Thomas Aquinas Church
  • Church of Christian Scientist
  • Church of Christ
  • Ojai Valley Community Church
  • Saint Andrews Episcopal Church
  • Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer
  • United Methodist Church
  • Church of The Nazarene
  • Christ Church Ojai
  • Calvary Chapel of the Ojai Valley
    
  • Church of The Living Christ
  • Ecumenical Ministry
  • Ojai Presbyterian Church
  • Seventh-Day Adventist Church
  • Wesleyan Church
  • Krishnamurti Library
  • Krotona Institute Of Theosophy
  • Meditation Mount
• Activities within 90 Minutes of Ojai
  • Hearst Castle
  • The Getty Museums
  • Disneyland
  • Universal Studios
  • Los Olivos and the Foxen Canyon Wine Trail
  • Over 50 Wineries
  • Art Galleries
  • Channel Islands
  • Santa Ynez Mission