Always a highlight of our springtime activities. We've been supporters of this fundraising event…read morefor many, many years. This year we took a friend with us who hadn't experienced this event before. She was amazed at how well we knew our way around the various neighborhoods where five gardens were featured. One reason for that is having been on the tour so many times. Even with that said, there were several homes in areas that were a fresh surprise to us. Camarillo not only has an amazing climate, but also areas where lots were sold initially with plenty of elbow room. We toured several gardens this year sitting on an acre or more of land. The homeowners have done a beautiful job of filling those spaces with many landscaping delights. There was one more modestly sized yard at one location. That was absolutely charming in how they used the space, including a waterfall cascading into their swimming pool and a wonderful seating area to one side that captured a relaxing tropical vibe. We sat there for a time listening to the rushing water, and also to the musician who was providing entertainment for the that home. Delightful! Another home on large lot had extensive food plantings - veggies and fruit trees. They were arrayed in such a way that it was practical, but also visually beautiful. Several large artichoke plants were especially striking. Their outdoor table was set with decorations crafted from the vegetable garden. So clever. All in all, it's a wonderful way to spend an afternoon to be inspired by homeowners with not only green thumbs, but a sense of joy in embracing their precious garden spaces. The usage of succulents and other waterwise plantings is encouraged, and there are great examples of that style of gardening to embrace.

Well worth the visit!! At the time we stopped by, we were the only guest so we enjoyed a private…read moretour of the home and extended history lesson on all things Camarillo. We love old homes and the lovely things they house. It's wonderful to be able to support a piece of California history in this way.

This is where Camarillo initially started as an agricultural/ cattle ranch and acquired its name…read more The Docents are exceptionally knowledgeable and can answer most questions asked. They wear Victorian clothing and explain the early history of Pleasant Valley and how the sixteen year old Adolfo Camarillo grew his inherited ranch into the world's largest producing Lima bean center while developing a genetically distinct breed of white horses. The ranch house is a Queen Anne style mansion with 14 rooms and 6,000 square feet of space. Most of the furnishings are from the inhabited period and many are original, donated by the Camarillo family. The ranch and mansion are "handi-capable" which is very thoughtful to all who might arrive. They also have an extensive garden tour, school tour and can accommodate large events such as weddings, corporate gatherings and proms. Best of all; the entry fee is $5.00, children under 12 are free.

This had been on our bucket list for years, and for Father's Day I finally surprised my husband,…read moreson, and his girlfriend with a trip. It was absolutely worth the 1 hour and 45 minute drive from our town! Parking: Free, plentiful, and conveniently close to the train station. Check-In & Service: We arrived early, and the check-in process was quick and easy. The staff were friendly and welcoming. After choosing our carts and loading our belongings, we had time to use the restroom before the ride began. It's easy to drive and if you don't feel like pedaling, the motor will do it for you -- no steering is required! Pro Tips Bring a Small Pillow This was a game-changer! We brought small pillows and placed them behind our backs, which significantly reduced vibration and made the ride much more comfortable. Thank you to the reviewer who suggested this--we had zero complaints. Bug Spray & Sun Protection Bring bug spray or insect repellent. The bugs weren't too bad during our visit, but it's nice to have. An umbrella can also provide extra shade if desired. Bring Water There is a cup holder on each cart, so staying hydrated is easy. Secure Loose Items Be careful when placing items in the cup holder. There's a small opening on one side, and smaller items can slip through. My bug spray fell out during the ride. Fortunately, there's also a basket available for purses and other belongings. Hair & Helmets If you have long hair, wear it down or in a very low ponytail so it fits comfortably under the helmet. Shoes Closed-toe shoes are highly recommended. Since you may be pedaling at times, it's possible to lose a loose-fitting sandal or flip-flop. Sunglasses Definitely bring sunglasses to protect your eyes from dust, wind, and the occasional bug. Restrooms & Snacks There is an opportunity along the route to purchase snacks and use the restroom (outhouse). Overall We had a fun time. One of our favorite parts was taking in the scenery, spotting native plants, and simply enjoying being outside. This was a unique experience and a memorable Father's Day outing that we'd happily do again

This was a unique fun diversion. A small group of us rented these rail bikes and went a few miles…read moredown a track with views of orchards and farmland. They're fairly easy to pedal since they're electric. A highlight was stopping at a farm stand and farm animal petting area, where we got to buy fresh produce. I'd do this on a mild weather day and make sure to book in advance.

Holy moly what can I say....? Captain Sean far surpassed my expectations, he is literally a…read moremachine. He saved me from my office prison for the last 3 days and it was by far the best experience of my life. We had so many premium spots to anchor in, it was like a private resort. We went diving, snorkeling, kayaking, spear fishing, you name it. You better believe I am coming back to Sean for round 2. Captain Sean thank you!!!

We chartered a memorial at sea with Captain Sean and he was so kind and compassionate. He was very…read moresensitive to our families event and made the time enjoyable and personable. He was very easy to work with to book the sailing journey. We highly recommend Captain Sean and Channel Islands Charter!

We had a fun and fantastic time with Kurt. He was such a wonderful Guide truly made a big…read moredifference in our whole experience! He had a wonderful full of life personality. He had tons of information about the animals, history and property. The VWBus was so very unique. I have done the hike before, but this was so much better!

What a great experience at Malibu Wine Hikes vintage VW Bus wine tasting tour!. So informational,…read morebeautiful sites, mountains animals, great wine and charcuterie board! and an awesome live band, and it's the absolute perfect day out - who could ask for anything more! Our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable, leading you through stunning mountain views and up-close encounters with the ranch animals.

DO NOT BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY -- TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE- Location in Tracy- Northern CA…read more We booked a mountain ATV ride with Enjoy the Mountain ATV in July 2026, and unfortunately, the experience was extremely disappointing. The first red flag was that the company did not provide a phone number, making it difficult to get help or clarification when we needed it. We followed their directions exactly and arrived 30 minutes early. We parked in the designated lot as instructed by the person at the gate, but our guide never came to meet us. We eventually had to drive into the park ourselves and locate the guide, who was parked on the side of the road. There was no clear signage identifying the company or where customers were supposed to check in. Once we finally found the guide, the intake process took approximately 40 minutes. After all of that, we paid approximately $700 for a ride that lasted only about 20 minutes. We were also promised pictures from the experience, but no pictures were ever provided. What made the experience even worse was the customer service afterward. Rather than taking responsibility for the poor communication, unclear instructions, lack of signage, and failure to provide what was promised, the company provided little to no accountability. For the amount of money we spent, this was absolutely not the experience we expected. Poor communication, poor organization, inadequate customer service, and failure to deliver what was promised. Based on our experience, I would not recommend this company and would strongly encourage others to consider other ATV companies before booking.

My two brothers and I spent the long Thanksgiving weekend in Solvang and decided to end our trip…read morewith an ATV tour in the Santa Barbara mountains before heading back to L.A. Best decision ever! Although getting to the meeting point was a bit scary as we drove 15 mph through winding roads next to steep cliffs, the views were nice and the ATV experience was totally worth it! We gave ourselves plenty of time to get lost and it took us about 1.5 hours to get to the checkpoint. Luckily Google Maps was on the entire time and we even had an hour to kill on top of the mountain before our 12:30pm appointment. (Also had screenshots of the directions in case we lost service). Upon arrival, we met with the two girls who were wearing face masks and face shields so we felt safe. They had all the sanitizing stuff. They checked us all in, gave us each a mesh covering for our head, pairs of gloves, goggles and helmets. They offered different insurance plans (just like a rental car company), each ranging in price. Then, they walked us over to the ATVs where Jorge was our tour guide. He asked us if we've ever rode before and taught us how to use the automatic ATVs and made us feel comfortable and safe. (Throttle was on the right handle bar and brakes on the left. Second brake was a foot pedal). We drove on wide and narrow trails, over some fun rocky areas, kicking up lots of dust, and he took photos of us the entire time. This was a great family bonding experience and we're all still talking about how fun it was and want to do it again. Know Before You Go: It gets dusty so wear clothes and closed toe shoes that you're ok getting dirty. Give yourself plenty of time to drive to the location because the last thing you want to do is rush through the scary mountain roads. 10/10 would definitely do this again!

One of the best experiences of our life!!! The boat super…read morecool and comfortable, and our tour guide was awesome. We got to see a big bank of Dolphins, Sea Lions and a Blue Whale. We are definitely coming back, this really was a fun experience.

We went on the 1.5 hour morning outing and saw two separate pods of dolphins which swum around us…read morefor a long time and got up right next to the boat. The boat was small enough to be fast, exciting and close to the animals but large enough to be comfortable and feel safe. We also saw sea lions and heard about the area from our boat captain. I've been on several whale and dolphin boat rides/cruises and this was definitely one of the best. I only took video of the dolphins around the boat and unfortunately, Yelp won't let me post a video. But I added a couple of other pics.

Amazing ride, amazing views, went on the sunset beach ride, the sunset was beautiful, horses were…read moreshiny and beautiful, leaders are so nice (: Definitely recommend. I love this place, definitely going back to here! Good for beginners and intermediate!

This trail ride was perhaps the worst I've ever experienced for multiple reasons. Two of the…read moreemployees in particular were so rude, uptight, and condescending. I brought a water bottle attached to a lanyard and both of these employees felt the need to judgmentally ask me if I "really needed that water bottle" and "are you sure that won't fall off?" Of course, the water bottle did fall off. When we got back, the man rudely and unnecessarily remarked "I told you it would fall off." I was paired with a terrible horse who did not follow any of my commands, constantly ate the vegetation, pinned his ears at and would try to bite the other horses for no reason, etc. I have some experience riding horses and I was doing my absolute best with this out-of-control horse. In turn, I was continually being barked at by the guides to "pull up on the reins and release, don't let him eat, kick him, go to the back, catch up to the rest of the group, keep him away from the other horses" etc. In addition, we rode through a very busy freeway overpass with multiple onramps/offramps and cars everywhere. We also passed right next to an active railroad. Of course, a train roared past a mere ten feet away from us. The horses spooked and it was a miracle that no one was thrown off. We were not given any prior warning that we would be riding in the middle of these very dangerous environments. If there was a warning in the waiver, I wouldn't have known because we were so rushed to sign it and had no time to read it. We finally made it to the actual beach and spent a mere 20 minutes on the shore before riding back through the danger zones towards home. I spent the entire ride pissed off, disappointed and feeling unsafe.

Quail Run Ranch is a unique and one-of-a-kind ostrich farm that is basically out in the middle of…read morenowhere. You might not realize how huge and dangerous some of these birds really are, but they average about 9 feet to 12 feet tall and from 250 to 350 pounds. And, they can be quite deadly. During the mating season, the males will instantly try to attack you if you get close. They've got about 6 to 10 different ostriches in separate fenced off areas. If you pay a few dollars for a tour, they will walk you down and show you the different ostriches they have, as well as provide some pretty interesting ostrich facts. Their feet are crazy as they are the only two toed bird on earth. Looking at them it is easy to see how they are related to dinosaurs because it looks just like a dinosaur foot. You can also buy ostrich eggs if they have them available, which are equal to about 24 to 36 eggs. The flavor and consistency is actually pretty good as well and very similar to chicken eggs. They also sell honey and a bunch of other things. Also, in certain times of year, you can go and see the baby ostrich chicks that they raise. If you're feeling adventurous, this is definitely worth a trip, especially if you have kids. This has become a fun stop we started making on our annual visit to the California Poppy Preserve in Antelope Valley. I would call ahead and see what's going on with tours and everything else. Five stars.

This place was so amazing great place to get close to ostrich. The own himself gave my family a…read moreprivate tour it was so informative and all the details he gave us have me so amazed. The location it self it's beautiful near mountains. They also have restrooms and playground for kids. They also have little shop they sell ostrich eggs which are huge and they even have home made honey. Amazing place would definitely be going back!!

Last week I flew to Camarillo airport to meet some friends for lunch…read more While getting ready to leave I found a maintenance issue with my plane that needed attention. The folks at Channel Islands Aviation were extremely kind and helpful. The customer service manager Alice arranged a hotel room for me and made sure that I received the 17% room discount provided to their clients. She also loaned me a phone charger for the night and had one of the linemen drive me to the hotel at no charge whatsoever. I cannot speak highly enough of their service and the atmosphere of the business. Top-notch all around. Thanks so much, Alice, and to the entire staff for your assistance during a stressful moment in my trip. Michael Rodgers - Founder - West Coast Mooney Club.

I fly here very frequently and have been renting here for about the last year and one of the…read moremanagers Abe is a NIGHTMARE to deal with not only has he made provocative comments about his female co workers which is insane to me how he hasn't got fired SERIOUSLY needs to be talked to. He is never in a happy mood to anyone, he gives off the impression of hating his job and life and it kills the mood when you're about to fly. Their selection of 172s are not bad they have some nice ones and the prices are normal lobby is fine and comfortable enough to wait in.