Skip the crowded coast and take a private Ford Raptor into Malibu’s backcountry, then switch to premium e-bikes, a hidden estate tasting, and cliffside lookouts. This 4–5 hour VIP loop pairs off-road thrills with local wine and iconic ocean views.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The Ford Raptor growls to life and the canyon exhales around you — oak branches leaning like watchers as the truck eats a ribbon of dirt and sun. You climb out of Santa Monica's flat grid and into a raw, wind-sculled landscape where chaparral smells sharp and the Pacific sits wide and silver to the west. This is not the tourist parade of the PCH but an inward route: backcountry roads, a short off-road scramble to a bluff that opens to a horizon of cliffs and surf.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–5 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate fitness; must be able to balance on an e-bike and manage short, uneven walks to viewpoints.
Wildlife
History
The Santa Monica Mountains were historically traversed by the Chumash people; later, ranching and Hollywood-era estates reshaped access and land use in Malibu.
Conservation
Stick to designated tracks and trails to protect fragile chaparral and coastal scrub; local operators limit group sizes and avoid sensitive seasonal areas to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Malibu VIP Multi-Adventure Experience today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book afternoon light
Late-afternoon departures yield cooler temperatures and dramatic, directional light for photos and cliff views.
Bring sun protection
Wide-brim hat, SPF 30+ sunscreen, and sunglasses are essential — wind and reflection make sun exposure intense even when cool.
Wear closed-toe shoes
Sturdy sneakers or light hiking shoes improve e-bike control and footing on rocky outlooks.
Hydrate and snack
Bottled water is provided, but bring an electrolyte snack if you’re sensitive to heat or exertion.
Sturdy sneakers or light hikers
Gives grip for pedals and stability on rocky viewpoints.
Sunglasses & sunscreen
Protects against intense coastal sun and wind-driven UV.
summer
Light windbreaker
Shields from cool ocean gusts on bluffs and during late-afternoon wind shifts.
spring
Small daypack with water bottle
Keeps essentials, camera, and extra layers close during stops and short walks.