The 15 Best Malibu Tours from Los Angeles

1.Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 391 reviews · from $49Our pick

Walk a 2 to 2.5-mile loop through a Malibu vineyard with a guide such as Ben or Tug, stopping for hill views, Chumash cave paintings, native oaks, and the organic garden. The hike gains about 300 feet and ends with two complimentary cans of wine to-go.

“I really enjoyed this little experience! This is the first time I had booked off of viator and I will definitely be doing it again! The only thing I wish is that I was able to buy more wine than the two they give to you at the end of the hike Read more”

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2.Private Vintage VW Bus Tour in Malibu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews

You’ll spend about three hours in a private vintage VW bus exploring Malibu’s canyons, vineyards, overlooks, and native wildlife areas. Wine and snacks are included, though some tasting rooms charge extra. The tour begins and ends on Mulholland Highway and suits groups of up to six.

“We very much enjoyed our more than two hour hike filled with fun stops and beautiful views. The wine tasting afterwards was a great end to a lovely afternoon with a very friendly and accommodating guide. Very glad we did it.”

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3.Private 4×4 Vineyard Tour in Malibu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 112 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Take a private two-hour 4x4 ride through a Malibu family vineyard tied to Sadderock and Malibu Family Wines. Your guide, possibly Stephanie or PR, leads you past grapevines, a mountain lookout, archaeological site, and vegetable garden, with wine, cheese, crackers, tapenade, and light drinks included.

“It was amazing and Stephanie was so pleasant and informative and fun! The property was beautiful and I was recommend this to everyone!”

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4.Malibu Wine, Food & Beach Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 100 reviews · from $70

Join guide Gavin aboard a small open-air, air-conditioned bus for a relaxed tour of Malibu. You’ll see Legacy Park, Malibu Pier, Point Dume, Paradise Cove, and Malibu Country Mart, with coastal views, snacks, water, and complimentary wine along the way.

“This was a fabulous tour and the highpoint to our Girl's Weekend! Gavin was so personable and made the tour fun and interesting. We loved the fact that it was scenic, with a bit of history, a bit of "movie stars", a bit of wine and a bit of shoppRead more”

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5.Malibu: Celebrity Homes, Beaches & History Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 86 reviews · 5h 30m · from $90

Spend 5.5 hours touring Malibu in an open-air van with guide Dave or David. See celebrity homes and filming sites, stop at Point Dume, Malibu Pier, the Malibu sign, Adamson House, and local shopping areas. The group is limited to 13 people.

“It was a very fun day and got to meet lovely persons.”

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6.Scenic Malibu Overlook eMTB Experience (Beginner)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $169

Learn electric mountain biking on Malibu’s Backbone Trail with guides Jason, Jasmine, or Chris. Ride smooth fire roads, try optional single track, and take in Southern California flora, wildlife, canyons, and ocean views. Premium bikes, helmets, and protective gear are included.

“Amazing guides, impressive equipment, great views. Jason and Jasmin were warm hosts and competent guides, good coaching on equipment and some history of LA along the way. I am definitely impressed and would do it again.”

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7.Malibu and Hollywood Flight Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 50 reviews · 1h 15m

Join Silver Tiger Air for a 75-minute narrated flight over Malibu, Hollywood, downtown Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, LAX, and Long Beach. Fly close to the Hollywood Sign and spot Paramount and Universal Studios. Pilots including Tommy and Toby have been praised for friendly, informative guiding.

“fantastic flight over LA saw plenty of sights and the pilot was great”

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8.Private Surf Lessons in Malibu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $135

Meet Ric at Malibu’s Surfrider Beach for a private 90-minute lesson built around your skill level. You’ll spend 15 to 20 minutes on sand practicing paddling, standing, and surf etiquette, then head into the water to catch waves. Beginners are welcome, and the lesson is offered in English.

“I had an amazing time with Rick. He's such a kind, nice and helpful instructor. I couldn't dream of a better instructor to teach me surf in Malibu. He shows that he really cares about you having a great time, be comfortable and learn the proper ways of surfing. I highly recommend booking a session with Rick ! Thank you again that was perfect.”

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9.Malibu: Guided Vineyard Hike with Photo Stops and Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 38 reviews · 2 hours · from $49

Join guides such as Maddi or Bradford for a two-hour, 2.5-mile loop at Saddlerock Ranch. Expect animals, vineyard facts, Chumash cave paintings, photo stops, a 20-minute rest, and two cans of wine to take home. The easy-to-moderate route includes stairs and 300 feet of elevation change.

“Great!! Maddi was very fun and knowledgeable. We enjoyed every minute.”

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10.Tandem Paragliding flight with instructor in Malibu

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 32 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $320

Meet your instructor in Malibu, receive a 10-minute safety briefing, and launch from one of 10 mountain sites for a tandem flight of about 30 minutes. Claude, an experienced pilot, handles the wing while you enjoy views of the Pacific and Malibu hills.

“Had a little rough communication at the start. And the local brush fire didn't help. But eventually we connected and I got to take flight! I could loose the take off and landing, but the flight itself was amazing!”

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11.Los Angeles Helicopter Tour & Malibu Mountaintop Landing

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · 1h 30m · from $649

Take a private 90-minute helicopter flight from Burbank over Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Malibu. Land for 30 minutes on a private Malibu mountaintop, where you can enjoy Pacific views and a complimentary champagne toast. Pilots such as Tommy and Ben have earned praise for smooth flights and clear guidance.

“We really enjoyed the helicopter flight over LA, the beaches and the mountains of Malibu! Our pilot Tommy went to great efforts and the flight was very comfortable. Highly recommended and an unforgettable memory for my fiancée and me :-)”

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12.Malibu Hills to Beach: Tandem Paragliding Flight Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 18 reviews · 1 - 4 hours · from $250

Meet your guide near Malibu beach, ride up to a grassy hilltop, and launch into a 25-minute tandem flight over the coast. You will learn takeoff, turning, and landing skills while securely harnessed to an instructor such as Don. Flight video is included, and weather may change the plan.

“Don was really good at explaining everything and making sure the ride was safe for us. If anyone wants to do paragliding, I would recommend to do it with Don.”

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13.Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $125

You’ll tour Saddlerock Ranch and a private vineyard estate in a classic VW bus with guide Kurt or another English-speaking guide. Expect wine tastings, vineyard views, vintage cars, farm animals, music, charcuterie, chocolates, and a small group of no more than six.

“Come wearing comfortable clothes that you will be getting in and out of a VW bus with. Also, no that it seats six people two in the front three in the back one in the front so if you are coupled up, you may be split up at one point. It can be hot, so make sure you have your sunscreen they do provide water. You might even want a hat on our driver was super knowledgeable as we drove around the Vineyards telling us all about the history of the land of the Chumash that used to live there and that we were indigenous to that area Very knowledgeable…”

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14.Malibu: Vintage VW Bus and Vineyard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 17 reviews · 2 hours · from $99

Spend two hours in a vintage VW bus touring Saddlerock Ranch and its private vineyard estate. You’ll taste local wine, enjoy snacks, stop for photos, and hear music from the bus radio. Guides such as Stephanie, Ben, and Elena bring plenty of energy to this small-group outing.

“Such a great visit. We loved everything and everyone there.”

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15.Malibu: Vintage VW Sightseeing Tour and Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 13 reviews · 4 hours · from $195

Ride from Santa Monica to Malibu in a private or small-group 1972 VW van, stopping at Malibu Pier, Point Dume, and scenic coastal viewpoints. Finish at Rosenthal wine tasting room with four California wines and a cheese, salami, and cracker plate. Guides have included Alexey and Stephen.

“The tour was hindered by recent wildfires. The winery scheduled had burnt down. The drive was mainly interstate due to road closures. Our guide had great personality but did not give very much insight to the area. Most of the time had conversation with the member of our group that rode in the front seat. Could not hear a thing he said. We were taken to an alternate winery but seemed rushed, and didn't seem like anyone was aware we were coming. Other options should have been given especially for the price.”

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