We had an amazing experience with Toast Tours for my grandma's 80th birthday celebration! Booking…read morethe bus was the perfect way to make the day special, and everything went smoothly from start to finish. Jennifer was our guide and driver, and she was absolutely fantastic. This was actually our third tour with her, and every time she has been incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and so much fun. She always makes everyone feel welcome, shares interesting facts along the way, and keeps the experience entertaining from beginning to end. Our family had a wonderful time celebrating together, and Jennifer played a huge part in making the day so memorable. We will definitely be booking with Toast Tours again and will be requesting Jennifer for future trips. Highly recommend!

Jennifer made my moms 80th birthday unforgettable. She was very accommodating and was very…read moreknowledgeable. It will be a day the family won't forget. Thank you!

We came here with Scouts for a private program and overnight camping adventure. What a special…read moreexperience! The staff here were so friendly and knowledgeable, their love of the rescue animals came through to how they shared this with us and the large group of kids. Programming might be unique but we had meet and greet of various animals, a night hike at a ranch next door, and tent set up / camping overnight. Lots of rare animals including kangaroos, bald eagles, capybara, spider monkey, python, etc Unique up close experiences including feeding kangaroos bread and bananas, feeding capybara corn and lettuce, holding a tarantula, petting a porcupine, alligator, river otters hunt for live fish, etc Facilities included clean bathroom/shower, kitchen area with running water, fridge, grill, fire pit, shaded central hang out area with couches, picnic tables, kids games, and parking. Also super kid friendly with sand play area, train ride. Also two onsite "tents" Highly recommend checking this out - does require a booking. Note that a single family can book for a private experience.

I brought my fiancée to Paso Robles for the animals (not the wine) to celebrate her 30th birthday…read more This was 100% the best animal experience we've ever had. Spoiler-wise - I was very happy that I did not read too many reviews prior to our visit. The surprise of meeting each animal was a delight, and probably would not have been as joyful if I knew what to expect or was expecting to meet a specific animal that was not part of the tour. Don't read further if you'd like to have a similar experience as us! *** We arrived early and were immediately greeted by Lisa, an animal caretaker veteran who runs the rescue with her husband. I obviously did not do enough research because I expected more guests, but quickly realized that it was just our small group of 2. Lisa purposely keep tours to a smaller group to reduce stress to the animals. Lisa was incredibly knowledgeable, easy to talk to, and clearly passionate about her work. She made us feel comfortable right away, and tailors the tour based off her observations of us, the guests. We interacted with owls, a hawk, river otters, a talking raven, teenage capybaras, an elder spider monkey, a sloth, a laughing kookaburra, an armadillo, a ruffled lemur, and many more critters! Each animal interacted with us on their own accord. She never forced an animal to do something they did not want to. After the tour, she welcomed us to explore the facilities and we saw some warthogs, eagles, and a fennec fox. All I can say is that the price was worth it! My childhood dreams of being a zookeeper fulfilled.

Tour guide was very informative and aware of his local history. Very engaging and loves to collect…read moreand share ghost stories. His mission is not to give you the creeps from a spooky ghost story, but to lay out the facts of each story. He is instead an engaging historian.

This trail is a great way to explore some of the central Cali coast! And PRO TIP: there are about…read morefive other beaches used by the Elephant Seals so their breeding season is a wonderful time to visit (winter months). And these are much less crowded view points than the main one. Another tip - sunsets along this trail are positively magical too! The Pacific coast along this trail is packed full of giant boulders for the waves to crash against- just gorgeous views all around. And bonus - you get to see the Piedras Blancas Lighthouse from several different angles and view points too! You'll see lots of wildlife too - ground squirrels, tons of birds, definitely Elephant Seals, and sea otters if you're lucky and have a good eye. AllTrails says this trail is just over 5 miles with 252 feet elevation gain. I honestly didn't notice any elevation gain - seemed flat to me but probably bc it's so gradual. The trailhead is located at the larger, paved parking lot in the main Elephant Seal vista point (the north view point). From that location, it's about 2 miles to the end. There's a lovely, more wild beach area at the end of the trail that puts you pretty close to the seals too. It's fenced for their safety (and you're lol) but the views are fantastic. The trail can get muddy in places but they installed boards and bridges in those spots - it's pretty well maintained. No bugs in winter either. But my understanding is it gets pretty buggy in summer and watch out for ticks! Parking is in the two lots for the "Elephant Seal vista point" and is free and ample. There are no bathrooms anywhere around here so be prepared.

The trail runs from the paved elephant seal viewing parking for near two miles, to a half mile…read morenorth of the Piedras Blancas Light Station, which offers spectacular scenic vistas of the coastline and opportunities for wildlife viewing. The trail includes coastal bluff, grassland, and wetland areas, however, no dogs are permitted.

BEST FOOD TOUR EVER! Angee was engaging and knowledgeable…read more We visited several restaurants located downtown. The food and drink combos were amazing! Every stopover was featured incredible tasty entrees. This is a must food tour if you visit SLO.

What a fantastic way to spend an evening! During our recent company retreat to the beautiful Pismo…read moreBeach area, we had the pleasure of experiencing an unforgettable evening with Angee and A Taste of SLO. From the very beginning, Angee and her team were absolutely outstanding--their energy, passion, and love for what they do shined through in every detail. Angee curated a tour of five completely unique restaurants and bars, each offering its own special flavor, atmosphere, and story. The food was incredible, the service top-notch, and the opportunity to hear the backgrounds of the owners and chefs made the evening even more memorable. Whether you're planning a corporate retreat, a weekend getaway with friends, or simply looking for a fun night out, A Taste of SLO is an experience we would highly recommend. It's the perfect blend of great food, great company, and great memories.

Absolutely loved this sweet little farm. From the moment we arrived, you could feel that it was…read morebuilt with love and a spirit of adventure--something that really shines through in how warm and welcoming Tina is. Every animal is clearly treasured and comes with its own story. They're incredibly friendly and so comfortable around people, which made the experience easy and truly enjoyable. We even had the chance to step into the pen with the goats, llamas, and potbelly pigs, and also saw a variety of chickens, ducks, and farm dogs. The tour lasts about an hour--just the right amount of time. Tina even joked about our group all wearing white tennis shoes...on a farm?! Happy to report back that the pens are so well maintained that we left with completely clean shoes! Thank you for a great experience!

Such a happy place to be! We signed up for the cheese workshop which was fun, informative and even…read moreincluded milking a goat! But the real highlight was the farm tour that went along with it. The animals were all clearly well cared for and loved, and interacting with them and learning about their personalities and quirks was wonderful. It was definitely a hands-on experience as the animals were very friendly, social and enjoyed taking treats. Tina was a lovely hostess and seemed to truly take pleasure in introducing her animal family to others. The goat milk soaps and lotions were super too. A perfect outing for our girls' weekend.

5 Stars Plus!!!!! Tom was informative, interesting, knowledgeable, and entertaining on our tour…read more He made the information personal and within a few minutes we felt like we were old friends sharing information (with Tom being the expert of course). We happened to be the only ones on our tour so he was able to personalize it for us and answer all of our questions. As a former History teacher I thought I knew about California history - but he had great inside information that brought the time period to life and gave us the "back story" to some of our state's most important milestones. Thanks again, Tom! Hope to join you on the Cannery Row tour soon!!!!!

For some, too many personal stories by guide when others wanted more facts and history.read more

What we learned today from Gael on our "Carmel Walks" guided walking tour through secret pathways,…read morehidden courtyards, award-winning gardens and enchanting storybook cottages ~~ ALWAYS go off the beaten path instead of just sticking to the sidewalks! In downtown Carmel, LK and LEAP! Go for it when you're wondering what's beyond that courtyard, above or below that staircase, through that overgrown trellis or around that corner! Keep alert, look left and right and embrace that serendipitous beckon to delightful places you'd never expect! Such a charming and delightful two-hour walking tour!! Gael herself was a treasure and kept us entertained with her warm and witty dialogue! SO worth your time and $$!! (Wear your most comfy and stable shoes!)

Our tour guide, Gael, was simply amazing! She is so knowledgeable about the Carmel area, and makes…read morethe tour fun and interesting. We enjoyed that our tour was led by a local that really loves the area, and hopes that you will too! Gael is super funny, and extremely kind, answering all of our questions with passion. Our tour was two hours, but we would have loved hanging with Gael all day!!

Nothing can be said that any other reviewer has not already said. It is definitely a destination to…read morebehold. One thing I have to stress though. Midway through the tour, when the guide mentions the water fountain, do take a drink. It is the most refreshing water I have ever tasted. When water is described as being crisp, that is what I think of when drinking the Hearst water.

Parking is easy and free. The staff are helpful, and the tour was interesting with history about…read morethe castle. The indoor and outdoor pools are awesome. However, I'm not sure if it's worth paying $35 for a one-hour tour plus a short visit, especially since you have to leave right after the tour and aren't allowed to walk around the gardens. There are also some animals you can see along the way to Hearst Castle. Overall, I think I enjoyed Getty Villa more.