Complimentary On-site Activities | Journeys

Local Culture, Romantic Experiences, Celebratory Moments, Thrilling Adventures, Botanical Endeavors

Signature Activities

Redwood Hike

This guided low-intensity hike, perfect for all skill and fitness levels, is a 1.3-mile loop that winds through the Ventana property. You’ll see redwoods and other local flora, and maybe even Big Sur wildlife such as condors, eagles, and red-tailed hawks.

Foragers Hike

If you know where to look, you’ll soon see we are surrounded by nourishing ingredients. For the foragers who explore this land, the bounty of Big Sur provides not only nourishment, but a deeper connection with the natural world.

Bees and Big Sur

Bees have a beautiful relationship with their environment that is a fantastic analogy for our relationships. Explore this intimate connection between flowers and bees with this educational experience followed by a blind tasting with honey sourced from our property and around the world.

Wildcrafting

For thousands of years, the people of the Big Sur territory, survived from the bounty of Big Sur that still surrounds us today. Reconnect with these ancient ways by making seasonal crafts and creating a lasting memory with our team of wilderness artisans.

Coast Ridge Hike

This hike is designed for intermediate hikers. You will climb up a gentle grade of 1,000 ft elevation on a dirt road lining the Coast Ridge. The hike will ascend over the beautiful redwoods and into the high desert, with constant views of the shimmering coast and the Ventana Wilderness. Wear shoes with good tread as the road is a bit slippery going down.

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Campfire S’mores

Enjoy s’mores two ways nightly at Social House: a gourmet packaged version, a nostalgic version ready to roast on an open fire, or create your own from our assorted S'mores Bar.

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Holistic Experiences

Astrology Reading

Since ancient times, astrology readings have explored one’s birth chart to define the essential stages of one's journey.

THRILLING ADVENTURES

Axe Throwing

Our talented axe throwing coaches provide an orientation as well as guidance throughout your session.

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Holistic Experiences

Champagne in Colors

Sip on bubbly champagne as you immerse yourself in a world of creativity and color.

Holistic Experiences, Botanical Endeavors

Circle of Life Meditation

Join one of our meditation facilitators alongside Big Sur residents on this inspiring journey for the spirit, body and mind.

Experiences

Coldstream Bliss

This off-property experience will start with a short hike that leads you to the ultimate cold plunge.

Holistic experiences

Cosmic Yoga

A combination of celestial exploration and attunement of the body and mind.

Botanical Adventures

Dive in the Hive

Go behind the scenes to understand the inner workings of one of nature’s more spectacular natural phenomenons.

THRILLING ADVENTURES

Falconry Experience

Join Master Falconer Antonio Balestreri for an exciting introduction to hawks, falcons and owls.

Botanical Adventures

Wild Apothecary

Journey with us through Alila Ventana’s wild and cultivated land.

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Thrilling Adventures

Private Excursions

These private hiking excursions afford you the opportunity to not only have new experiences but gain new perspectives.

Holistic Experiences

Vinyasa and Vinyl Yoga

This vinyasa class synchronizes your movements with the music to open your senses, relax the mind and get you ready for the day.