Wine Tastings In Encinitas | Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas

Scientific studies show that water and the color blue naturally calm the mind, body and spirit. This immersive journey taps into that connection, enhancing your yoga and meditation practice. Set against the serene Ocean Bluff, you’ll embark on a transformative experience, guided by the rhythm of the waves. Our expert healer will lead you through water-inspired yoga and mindful meditation, promoting relaxation, clarity and gratitude. The experience concludes with an optional cold plunge at Ponto Beach, symbolizing a return to the ocean's strength and serenity. Carry this peaceful connection with you, forever touched by being Mindfully Blue.

• Stretch and breathe through a guided yoga flow on Ocean Bluff, inspired by the rhythm of waves and sea air.
• Ground your senses in the natural elements—sun, wind, ocean—as you move into deep presence.
• Take an (optional) energizing dip in the Pacific at Ponto Beach, a symbolic moment of release and renewal.
• Share insights from your practice and explore how to bring calm, clarity and balance into daily life.

Duration: 60 minutes

Recommended Dress: Comfortable yoga or athletic attire is recommended. Guests may want to bring swimwear if they plan to participate in the cold plunge. Footwear should be suitable for a short walk to the beach.

Additional Details: Yoga & Meditation class runs 50 minutes, with the ability to add on an optional Cold Plunge at Ponto Beach, which should last around 15 minutes. (Note: likely overlaps with or follows the yoga session, depending on guest participation)

Price: $145

Ride the surf at our Encinitas hotel. With our expert instructors, you'll journey along the pristine coastline, discovering the best breaks and hidden gems only the locals know about, while sampling a variety of demo boards to see which best fits your style. As you carve through the legendary waves, you'll understand how every moment can be harnessed to elevate your surfing to new heights. This is more than a surf tour; it’s an immersion in the beating heart of surf culture, tailored for those who seek not just to ride, but to unite with each wave in a profound way. A portion of the cost of your experience will support the Rob Machado Foundation, dedicated to promoting clean oceans and safe drinking water.

• Learn how surf culture connects us to the ocean, community, and a rhythm of mindful movement as the group makes its way to the surf site.
• Choose your board, learn wave-reading and build confidence with dryland instruction.
• Surf the coast with expert coaching, tuned to your pace and the ocean’s ever-changing energy.
• Relive your ride through storytelling, celebrate breakthroughs and explore how the surf mindset travels beyond the water.

Duration: 3.5 hours

Recommended Dress: Swimwear suitable for surfing, plus comfortable clothes for wearing before and after the activity. Wetsuit, towel, sunscreen, and water will be provided, but feel free to bring any product you wish, as well.

Additional Details: Guests should be comfortable in ocean water and active movement. Surfboards, wetsuits and towels provided, along with transportation to and from the surf location. Surfing will be facilitated by trained surf instructor and board selection will be tailored to each guest's skill level. Surf break locations are selected based on real-time ocean conditions. Note that this experience is ideal for guests interested in surfing, ocean connection and surf culture and includes guided coaching discussions, hands-on surf instruction and reflective moments. A portion of the cost supports the Rob Machado Foundation, which promotes clean oceans and drinking water.

Price: $550 per person

Come along on a wine-tasting journey as our Beverage Connoisseurs teach you how to truly savor the flavors of your favorite drinks. Our experts will guide you through the complexities of both well-known and lesser-known beers, wines and spirits, teaching you how to appreciate their subtle notes. The curated selections change with the seasons, showcasing spirits, wines and bubbles sourced from our local partners. After this in-depth tasting experience at either our Encinitas hotel or at our partners' distilleries, breweries, farms or other destinations, you'll have a renewed understanding of the effort required to create a perfectly balanced wine or crafted cocktail. Expect your sensory awareness to be permanently elevated.

• Sample local spirits, wines or brews, exploring flavors through aroma, mouthfeel and balance.
• In our VAGA Bar or VAGA Private Dining Room, learn how to detect sweetness, bitterness, acidity and umami—and why they matter.
• Discover the traditions, landscapes and stories behind each drink’s origin and ingredients.
• Reflect on your favorite pour and leave with new pairings, insights and a deeper tasting perspective.

Duration: 60 minutes

Recommended Dress: Resort Casual

Additional Details: Guests must be 21+ with valid ID. Not recommended for those abstaining from alcohol. Small bites will be provided to complement tastings, which will take place either in the VAGA Bar or VAGA Private Dining Room.

Price: $145 per person

Discover the exact point where luxury meets purpose at Agua Hedionda Lagoon, a non-profit foundation in Carlsbad dedicated to environmental education and conservation. Join the local community to create oyster wattles from shells donated by our VAGA restaurant and other nearby eating establishments. These repurposed shells help combat erosion and control sediments, preserving the coastline. After contributing to this vital effort, enjoy a guided tour of the lagoon’s scenic trails and learn about its biodiversity at the Discovery Center. Connect with fellow participants and local residents, leaving with a renewed sense of purpose and a deeper connection to nature.

• Create oyster wattles using upcycled shells that help combat erosion and protect local wetlands.
• Walk Agua Hedionda’s scenic trails and learn how your efforts support native plants and wildlife or the lagoon.
• Connect with an animal ambassador and hear stories from the conservation team.
• Leave with a handmade souvenir and a renewed sense of connection to nature and community action.

Duration: 60 minutes

Recommended Dress: Outdoor casual or comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes are recommended.

Additional Details: Guests should be prepared for light manual activity and walking on natural trails.

Price: $95 per person