Malibu Wine Safaris - CLOSED

My husband surprised taking me here a few years ago for my birthday. It was such a unique experience and I’m happy I got to experience this, after seeing that they permanently closed down. The tour guides were wonderful, so interactive and fun. Meeting Stanley the giraffe was a highlight and all the wine and cheese was the cherry on top. The views, nothing short of spectacular. This place will truly be missed.

Had the pleasure of going on the Wine Safari on 01/11 for my best friends birthday and man it was an amazing day. Our tour was led by Laura and Alex and they were absolutely AWESOME. Both were extremely knowledgeable and friendly and I felt like I had known them for years. On the tour you see the entire estate, and have the opportunity to feed the Alpacas, Zebras, Donkey, Bulls and Water Buffalo. The climax of the tour is definitely your opportunity to feed and pet the estate Giraffe Stanley! Stanley was the giraffe featured in the hangover 3 at the beginning! Throughout the safari you get to try the estate wine 3 whites, and 3 reds. All of which were awesome. The entire day was absolutely stellar and I would highly recommend it again!

Reservation made for a party of 7 for a friend's birthday celebration. Check in process was simple. You do need your ID. Our tour guides were Joey and Laura! They were awesome! They drive you around and share their knowledge with you. We stopped to visit the famous Stanley! He is so magnificent! Very photogenic. We tried many wines and loved them all. The views were spectacular as were the grounds! It was a perfect day for this tour. We will come again! Thank You!

Fantastic VW tour with friends. Chris was our guide and driver and we spent fabulous time. It was 3 hours of wine and some cheeses and crackers. We also went to Cornel winery and it was great. Recommended for a fun afternoon with friends.

I came here on my 21st Birthday with family and friends and we had the most amazing tour! We booked the tour where we could meet Stanley the Giraffe but he was not the only animal we got to feed! We were able to feed donkeys, llamas, zebras, and more! You could also see a peacock and how large it’s feathers are! Our tour guides also brought gluten free crackers to taste with the spreads they brought which was so thoughtful! I had the most special birthday and I’m so happy I celebrated it here with Malibu Wine Safaris! For the wine I recommend the Saddlerock Chardonnay, SO delicious!

Great experience!! Must try for everyone. Enjoy wine and the scenary of Malibu. Beautiful landscape. The giraffe 🦒 is the best part! You get to feed animals too. Great selection of wine, 3 red and 3 whites.

Had a great time here celebrating my birthday last weekend. I want a giraffe now for sure lol, the wines were good, our guide Kyle and driver jess were awesome, the grounds were beautiful. The only thing I was surprised about was you couldn't keep your wine glass. However, it was a blast!

Our tour was amazing! I can’t remember the names of our tour guides but they were the best ladies! Knowledgeable about everything, hilarious and laid back. Stunning views and the cutest animals! You get to fed them, take pictures and love them! So fun! I can’t wait to come back for another trip!

My husband surprised taking me here a few years ago for my birthday. It was such a unique experience and I’m happy I got to experience this, after seeing that they permanently closed down. The tour guides were wonderful, so interactive and fun. Meeting Stanley the giraffe was a highlight and all the wine and cheese was the cherry on top. The views, nothing short of spectacular. This place will truly be missed.

Had the pleasure of going on the Wine Safari on 01/11 for my best friends birthday and man it was an amazing day. Our tour was led by Laura and Alex and they were absolutely AWESOME. Both were extremely knowledgeable and friendly and I felt like I had known them for years. On the tour you see the entire estate, and have the opportunity to feed the Alpacas, Zebras, Donkey, Bulls and Water Buffalo. The climax of the tour is definitely your opportunity to feed and pet the estate Giraffe Stanley! Stanley was the giraffe featured in the hangover 3 at the beginning! Throughout the safari you get to try the estate wine 3 whites, and 3 reds. All of which were awesome. The entire day was absolutely stellar and I would highly recommend it again!

Reservation made for a party of 7 for a friend's birthday celebration. Check in process was simple. You do need your ID. Our tour guides were Joey and Laura! They were awesome! They drive you around and share their knowledge with you. We stopped to visit the famous Stanley! He is so magnificent! Very photogenic. We tried many wines and loved them all. The views were spectacular as were the grounds! It was a perfect day for this tour. We will come again! Thank You!

Fantastic VW tour with friends. Chris was our guide and driver and we spent fabulous time. It was 3 hours of wine and some cheeses and crackers. We also went to Cornel winery and it was great. Recommended for a fun afternoon with friends.

I came here on my 21st Birthday with family and friends and we had the most amazing tour! We booked the tour where we could meet Stanley the Giraffe but he was not the only animal we got to feed! We were able to feed donkeys, llamas, zebras, and more! You could also see a peacock and how large it’s feathers are! Our tour guides also brought gluten free crackers to taste with the spreads they brought which was so thoughtful! I had the most special birthday and I’m so happy I celebrated it here with Malibu Wine Safaris! For the wine I recommend the Saddlerock Chardonnay, SO delicious!

Great experience!! Must try for everyone. Enjoy wine and the scenary of Malibu. Beautiful landscape. The giraffe 🦒 is the best part! You get to feed animals too. Great selection of wine, 3 red and 3 whites.

Had a great time here celebrating my birthday last weekend. I want a giraffe now for sure lol, the wines were good, our guide Kyle and driver jess were awesome, the grounds were beautiful. The only thing I was surprised about was you couldn't keep your wine glass. However, it was a blast!

Our tour was amazing! I can’t remember the names of our tour guides but they were the best ladies! Knowledgeable about everything, hilarious and laid back. Stunning views and the cutest animals! You get to fed them, take pictures and love them! So fun! I can’t wait to come back for another trip!

Brad was great. It was an excellent experience. It was nice hike through the property.

Booked their 4x4 private ride. Our tour guide, Meddy was very nice, attentive and friendly. We had 5 stops which 3 of them included wine. Their wine selection was truly good. The ranch itself is beautiful and rides are fun. Highly recommended for a Sunday funday.

This was the best wine tour ever!! First of all, our guide was great. Super friendly and very informed about the wine. He made the tour as good as it was. We took the cute van around the vineyard and had three stops, all paired with good wine. There was a scenic spot, a car stop (trust me this is super cool), then more scenic views and animal spotting before you get to the final picnic spot. The picnic spot includes a nice charcuterie board with great cheese and crackers paired with your wine. The whole tour was so much fun, and the area is stunning. The wine is also delicious. I loved the Rose - it tasted very fruity. My family enjoyed the various white and reds too. Highly recommend!! I would be weary of how hot it can get on the hiking tour. We were driving and it was really hot.

My friends and I were in town just for business but made sure we tried a hike and what a much better experience that you get wine out of it! When made a reservation online which was super straightforward on their website and it was for Friday at 3:30pm. When we got to the place, it was really cool since I've never been to a vineyard. Their restrooms are elevated Porta potty's so they are not gross at all and has lights and such. Our guide was super friendly and really informative during the hike and even offered to take pictures for our group which was so appreciated. The hike is easy for someone my age (late 30s) but for anyone that is a bit older and limited with walking or doesn't do cardio a lot, it could be a little strenuous on the uphill portions and some of the dirt if loose could cause slipping so I would recommend not just the close toed shoes but actual hiking and gripping shoes to be safe. We got a rose at the halfway point which was a nice break and super refreshing. The end of the hike you get two cans of wine to take home and I should have asked if we could buy the other two so we could get the whole set but I forgot. I would suggest to ask that so you can try them all. I loved the hike cause it was simple, the view was amazing, the story of the vineyard was cool and the wine was yummy! Well worth the trip!

I have taken dozens of wine tours, but NEVER one as fabulous, interesting, and FUN as this one. Our amazing guides, Kurt and Jeff, had us laughing, singing, cheering, and shedding happy tears on our three-hour vintage VW bus tour for our party of 10. The winery and views were stunning, and the property oh so intriguing! Thank you, Kurt and Jeff for making our celebration one we will cherish for a lifetime.

First, Bradford was awesome! There were only 2 couples on our hike so it was personal, fun, informative and yes, the dad jokes were even funny! We completely enjoyed our hike and all we learned about Saddlerock Ranch! The views were incredible and the frozen rose' treat was very tasty and needed at that point of our hike! The wines we took home were also excellent. A great experience!

Brad was great and funny! The hike was easy and the froze was tasty! The weather was perfect for November

I have my bachelorette party here and did a VW private wine tour. We had the best time with Kurt. He made it once of a lifetime experience and I would do it over and over again.

We were a group of 4 women celebrating our friend's birthday. We booked the VW van tour and it did not disappoint! It was such a different and super fun experience. There were gorgeous views, amazing photo ops, and delicious wine throughout the two hours. Bradford was our guide and was really informative and had us laughing the whole time. Highly recommend this experience!

What a fun, fun, fun experience. I've been wanting to come to this place for ages but never got a chance to and I also don't drink wine/alcohol so I wasn't sure if I would enjoy it. Anyhow I came here for a birthday party that my friend was hosting. We went on a private vineyard hike, the girls drank wine, we got to see a few animals and learn about the history of the property which was very informative. Kurt was amazing, he was so friendly, such a great person and wonderful to be around. He took some awesome pictures of us and made sure all the girls were happy. Lots of picturesque spots to take pictures and just overall a really fun place to be. I definitely would come back and probably want to rent the atv for the private tour. Kurt also told me he can accommodate if I don't want wine which I think is awesome. Overall, it was just so nice to take in the fresh air and beautiful views of Malibu. The property is very well maintained and the animals were adorable. The hike was so nice ! It was great to walk through the property and enjoy the private vineyard hike.

The five stars definitely go to Tug, our tour guide, and the property grounds which were absolutely breathtaking. If I could rate our check in experience & person... that would most definitely get less stars. But back to our five star tour guide, Tug, he was so awesome and patient with us! He not only is very knowledgeable of the property grounds and history but had no problem stopping with the group to take so many photos. I would've been sooo annoyed lol but he was genuinely most interested in us having a great time. It can get a little muddy so make sure to wear comfortable shoes that you're not trying to keep squeaky clean.

A very very cute activity just outside of LA! I did the walking tour for a friend's birthday. Since there were 14 of us, we had a private tour. Our tour guide, Paul, was super funny. He cracked so many jokes, and puns, and showed us all the great photo spots. He also was super knowledgeable about the land, its history, and the owners, and overall a great conversationalist. You can sign the waiver online or once you arrive. They will check your ID, so be sure to bring that. I highly recommend bringing sunglasses, sun hats, water, snacks, and wearing something comfortable. The hike itself is not too strenuous and you go at a very comfortable pace. We arrived and started the tour on time (so don't be late)! They have restrooms at the entrance, and one midway through the hike - both of which were very clean. There are lots of animals on the premises, but you can't pet them! Mid-hike, we get a cup of piping hot mulled wine. After the hike, you can take home 2 small cans of wine (they have 4 to choose from). At $54 per person, the hike from end to end took us about 3-4 hours (including the breaks we took). For the amount of time you get on the tour, it seems pretty worth the price. It's a super fun activity to do as a group and easy enough for most beginner hikers of all ages. The parking lot is easy to miss if you're driving fast but there are plenty of spots and parking is free. Beware there isn't much phone signal/wifi once you're there.

The name of the tour does not match what you actually get. To be short: you get the hike, you don't test the wine. After 1.30 hiking you will get one frozen drink with wine flavor and at the end 2 cans of wine TO GO. The tour was good, but just based on the name it was expected a little bit more :)

We were visiting friends in Simi Valley and were looking for things to do nearby and Malibu Wine Hikes popped up as an option- a 2 hour hike through a vineyard followed by a wine tasting. Family-owned since '79, this property is set between Sattleback and Turtle Mountains offering an incredibly picturesque hike that is just lovely!! I've been to Napa Valley twice and this tour was one of the very best wine country tours I've ever experienced. With beautiful vineyards, flowers, fruit gardens and some super cute and well-named horses, donkeys, llamas, alpacas- this place is pretty magical. Maddie, our tour guide, was delightful and clearly loved her job and telling all the stories and history that are a part of Saddleback Vinyards. Facilities are top notch and merchandise, drinks and sunscreen are super reasonably priced and much appreciated!! Though this hike is completed at a leisurely pace and can be completed in gum shoes, wear hiking boots if you have them. Note to self: Always bring your hiking boots when visiting California!! This was definitely a great experience. Highly recommended.

Wow what a great time. I wanted to do something different for my birthday and saw this activity and knew I wanted to do it. The property is beautiful huge and vast. It's a great getaway from the city. Our guide was amazing too Mitchell he made it fun and was knowledgeable. They offer different options including an ATV, car, and a hike but honestly I'm glad I chose the hike. You really get to touch and feel the nature and take everything in. The hike was a medium hike with 1 uphill walk that's slightly challenging but that's it. They gave us a frose to start off, then you get to choose two canned wines. I decided to do one can after the frose and one after the hike. The wine is delicious. I got the red blend which was strong and flavorful. Another plus with the walk is you get to pet and feed the animals on the property, play in the gardens, and pick fruit from the trees for a snack. Pictures don't do it justice. Just go!

The wine hike was beautiful! Paul is a great, chill tour guide and quite knowledgeable about the site. My partner and I came on a date to change up our hiking routine. 10/10 recommend - great views, animal sightings, history lessons, and overall good company. I would do again and bring more friends!

Totally recommend this tour, yes take water, yes wear comfy walking clothes, yes you need shoes with grip (hiking tour) & yes you get wine. I'm sure all the guides are awesome but Maddi was amazing

had the best guide and the best time with my friends. It was for my birthday and the guide made it so special and I just had such a relaxing day. Make sure you ask for Kurt!

So fun! I did this for a birthday celebration, and it was so fun! The tour guide was friendly and informative. The frozen rosé was delicious and a nice nice break half way through the hike!

Gather your friends, gather your family AND BOOK THE TOUR. We did the 4x4 tour last week for my 34th birthday and it was AMAZING!! The lady checking us in was so fun and pleasant and then our 2 guides (I was drunk and forgot their names, I'm so sorry!!!! ) It was a guy who was much like flynn rider and a blonde female (10am tour on june 5th). But they were amazing. The tour itself is great, the wine was FANTASTIC but our tour guides really sealed the deal. Friendly, knowledgeable, funny and overall just absolutely fantastic. They need a raise! If you're looking for something fun to do, right here is one of the best!

For my birthday, I booked a private VW bus tour, and it did not disappoint! From the moment we arrived, our guide Kurt was there to greet us, and he made us all feel so welcome, even when we were running a little late. Oops. The tour was such a blast, wine was delicious, Kurt was so fun, and he took the BEST photos. Definitely a must do if you want VIP treatment, amazing views, good vibes, and want to have the best time with loved ones.

soon. You take a beautiful drive through the mountains to get to the ranch, check-in process is seamless and friendly. They have a little shop with t-shirts and merch as well. Now for the tour, we did the VW bus tour with Kurt and it was amazing! I won't give too much away because I want the reader to experience for themselves but we did tastings in 3 separate locations, one more beautiful than the next. We tasted on the ranch, in a rustic country store, and overlooking to beach of Malibu (so many dolphins). The bus it a perfect size and the open air, mountain scenery, and music made the experience surreal. We felt like we were in a movie! We saw several animals on the ranch including llamas, baby donkeys & horses. The giraffe and zebras now live in Texas but we also got to see amazing movie props and art installations. Kurt was incredibly accommodating to our group, kept the conversation fun and light, was our photographer, and definitely read the room on our music preferences. We'll definitely be booking with Kurt next time! The van is SO cute and in such amazing condition, it's really a treat!

Maddi was our tour guide on the walking tour. She was extremely friendly and knowledgeable of the history of the property. Our hike was filled with fun facts, animal sightings, a refreshing frosé, and more wine at the end. We will be back when we're in the area again!

Brad Downs was the best guide ever! Frozen Rose, witty banter, and amazing views make Malibu Wine Hikes a 1 of a kind experience!

Great hike with beautiful views and tasty wines. Stephanie is the BEST tour guide! Also, the fruit picking was an added treat to go along with the free frosé

My friends and I came here for a bachelorette party weekend and we had a fun time here. The wine was delicious, the views were beautiful, and our guide Tug (Jeff M.) was great. The tour was fun and the property is filled with a lot of interesting history and fun facts. There's plenty of parking and a couple bathroom areas as well. Staff was friendly and ensured we all had a fun time. One thing to note since i feel like this may/may not hurt the experience for some people: There were different types vehicles you could hop on for the tour. The one we rode didn't have cup holders, so we had to wine taste out of paper cups (safety precaution). Overall, we had a fun time and I would recommend this place! I would come back here again.

Did a wine hike today and my tour guide was Bradford. BEST experience. He's such a funny guy and made myself and all of my friends so comfortable. 10/10 recommend.

Shout out to Tug! He had so many fun facts during our hike and he serves a great frosé

Our recent wine expedition was nothing short of spectacular. From start to finish, the experience was perfectly planned out with options to change at our request by our amazing guide KURT, leaving our group with lasting and wonderful memories. Thank you Malibu Wine Hikes + KURT for making my birthday celebration a memorable one! Can't wait to do it again!

Overall better experience than I had anticipated. We had hiked on a 90 plus degree day and our tour guide had made the experience so fun. It is almost 2 miles, mostly flat/downhill but there are 1 or 2 parts with a slight hill so keep that in mind. At the halfway point we were treated to a frozen rośe, and at the end received 2 canned wines. Throughout the tour we learned tons of cool information from our tour guide and had some photo opportunities as well.

Great experience with Brad!! Very knowledgeable And entertaining!!! Loved his history and humor!

Brad was amazing! Very knowledgeable, entertaining and fun. Wine was great and the hike was beautiful.

Omg this is one of my favorite experiences in Malibu! They have several options on their website on how to explore the vineyard (by bus/car) but I like to do the wine hike by foot. It's a guided tour and ranges from 2-2.5 hours from start time and you get to see the grounds, get a brief workout in lol and have complimentary frose as well as two Malibu wine hike labeled cans of your choice to take home with you. I always take my friends to do this with me when I take them out to Malibu when they are visiting and they all always love it! 100% recommend to do this for a girls trip or date night if celebrating something special etc

I recently experienced the Malibu Wine Safari with a group of friends, and it was an absolutely fantastic adventure. The day was filled with endless laughter, smiles, and heartwarming moments. It provided us with a perfect opportunity to bond, delve deeper into our friendships, and enjoy each other's company in a truly unique setting. Kurt, our guide, was outstanding. His extensive knowledge and engaging personality greatly enhanced our experience, giving us a day we'll always remember. His photography skills were the cherry on top, capturing those joyful moments for us to cherish until our next visit. I'm eagerly looking forward to my next Malibu Wine Safari. This is definitely an experience to share with the special people in your life. A huge thank you to Kurt for creating such memorable moments. Your efforts are greatly appreciated!

My friend and I did a walking tour with Bradford on 7/28. We did the morning slot. The skies were clear, the property is beautiful, the jokes and puns were on point! It was a great way to combine a little bit of exercise, light drinking, entertainment and scenic views. We had a lovely time!

Beautiful property with very cool / fun tour guides. The hike was enjoyable. Staff is very welcoming and all seem to enjoy their jobs. Good selection of wines - all tasty especially the "fro-se". Only 2 things I wasn't crazy about; 1. The entrance is so easy to miss (as we did) that MWH realized this so they put a sign after the main entrance saying something like "if you're going to MWH, you've gone too far" Haha ‍ 2. At the end of the hike, they offer you 2 canned wines to take home and then they immediately shut down their bar area so you're just left, standing in the parking lot wishing they had a tasting room or somewhere on site that you can purchase a bottle or 2. Instead, they recommend an alternate & inconvenient tasting room off site.

Went for a hike through the Vineyard last Friday with my cousin. The weather was rainy to start, but ended up clearing up, which was great. Our tour guide was amazing. Bradford was very knowledgeable about the property and was really great with the dad jokes and fun facts. We went to celebrate my cousins birthday. The wine was such a nice touch and the vineyard is beautiful. Would definitely come again.

Awesome winery and hiking tour, our guide Stephanie was the very best, very knowledgeable about the winery and its surroundings, and she herself is very entertaining. Would strongly recommend, earlier in the day, so it's not so hot.

Our tour guide, Brad, did a phenomenal job showing us around the property. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the property and the wine-making process, and his dad jokes were out of this world.

Nice hike, but pack a jacket if you go in the evening, it gets chilly. We had a little wine, and in the end we were able to have some of their canned wines. Overall a fun experience, make sure to wear walking/hiking clothes. Our guide was good and funny.

We had a great time with our tour guide Bradford. He was very knowledgeable and hilarious! It was more than a tour he made it an adventure!

Three stars for great vibes & views plus service. My friends & I got the 4x4. Which was fun, for five women it was over $400. Which also includes snacks at the end of tour. For the group package we paid for, we received very little. Especially, after a 2 hour tour plus walking. We definitely built up an appetite. Wine tasting was more of a sip tasting. Between five women the snack & wine portions were very small. A lot less then what I'm used too, at wineries. However, we had a great time, taking pictures & laughing! The staff & our tour guide were really nice.

Bradford really appreciated our UCLA background and had a lot of positive things to say. Also, I had an absolutely amazing time on the Malibu wine tour with Bradford as our guide! The entire experience was both fun and relaxing, offering the perfect combination of scenic views and delightful wines. Bradford made the tour even more enjoyable with his friendly and knowledgeable approach, sharing interesting tidbits about the area and the wines we sampled. The beautiful landscapes and well-chosen stops added to the overall charm of the day. If you're looking for a memorable and scenic wine tour experience in Malibu, I highly recommend booking with Bradford!

So much fun! It's a great little excursion for couples or a large group of friends. I'll definitely be back soon.

Has the best time on the 4x4 Malibu wine tour! The team was supper accommodating and allowed us to book on a day that they were closed. Kurt was our guide and he made the day so great. All the jokes and fun - we had the best day! Highly recommend!

Tug was our guide for our hike and what a guy! He was very funny and friendly. He was the best photographer and showed interest in our lives. He gave us knowledge about the property and even let us eat whatever we wanted including the young grapes and nectarine looking immature fruit. The wine was also very good. We got frosé midway and two cans of wine at the end to take home. This would be great for a group outing, birthday, or Bach party! Thanks, Tug!

We booked the 4x4 tour and my first thoughts were why haven't I done this before. It was such a nice day the sun was out but not too hot. The vehicle easily fit our party of 5 plus the guide. The guide was so awesome. The guide was interactive and took tons of pictures for us. Along the tour you took stops for photo opportunities and places to just enjoy the view with a tasting of wine. Towards the end of the tour you taste the reds and are given cheese and meat box with nuts and crackers. It was a tasty snack. Then we were lead to the strawberry patch and we were able to pick the strawberries to eat. I had such a good time and I am looking forward to returning and trying a different tour.

We took a trip to California up pacific coast highway and this was by far our favorite thing we did. Bradford was a great tour guide and made the experience awesome! We plan on visiting their Rum Safari next. Send Bradford to Hawaii!!

This is a perfect day out, the only think missing is the wine. But as long as you know this before, plan ahead! Arrival: dirt parking lot/restrooms available/don't forget to fill out your paperwork Hike: easy hike, but still no heels. There are a couple of short steeper areas. Lots of photo-ops Food/drink: (15min-ish) halfway stop. There are benches to sit, you can bring food and drinks if you can carry it during your hike. They served a Frose' at the stop. Restroom and sink available. We also brought music :) After: 2 cans of wine for the road! I still haven't tasted it so not sure how it is. The guide was great, lots of fun and informative. Accommodating for our large group. I only took off one star for the no actual wine on a 'wine hike' Hope this helps plan out your day!