Meet the Bees Guided Apiary Tour and Honey Tasting

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Overview

This is a fully immersive outdoor experience led by local beekeeper Steve. Learn directly from him as he shares his knowledge, stories, and passion for the bees that help shape Ojai Valley’s agricultural community. Watch as Steve opens live hives to reveal worker bees, drones, and the Queen Bee. See tools like the smoker in action and sample raw local honey varieties, including wildflower, orange, and sage.

What's Included

  • Snacks Honey tasting
  • Must provide own transportation to and from parking lot to apiary.
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206 North Signal Street
Ojai, CA 93023, USA

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What To Expect

Join professional beekeeper Steve for a hands-on hive tour at one of his apiaries in the Ojai Valley. During this one- to two-hour experience, you’ll suit up, open live hives, and see bees at work inside their colony. Learn how Steve keeps his bees healthy through the seasons and watch honey being pulled straight from the hive. Protective suits are provided, all ages are welcome, and group size is limited to 20 for a safe, personal experience.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers allergic to bee venom.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Meet the Bees Guided Apiary Tour and Honey Tasting?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (PDT).This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Meet the Bees Guided Apiary Tour and Honey Tasting?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (PDT).
  • This adventure requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Snacks. Honey tasting.
The following is NOT included:
  • Must provide own transportation to and from parking lot to apiary.
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This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The minimum age to participate is 2. This adventure requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Accessibility information for the Meet the Bees Guided Apiary Tour and Honey Tasting is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers allergic to bee venom.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Meet the Bees Guided Apiary Tour and Honey Tasting will be included in your confirmation email from Top10Adventures®. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • SnacksHoney tasting
  • Must provide own transportation to and from parking lot to apiary.

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Not recommended for travelers allergic to bee venom.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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