Uncover the Beauty of Big Sur
The exhilarating, the adventurous, the unknown, the extraordinary—immerse in all Ventana has to offer.
Alila Moments
Alila Moments are once-in-a-lifetime experiences crafted to reveal the true soul of a place—its rhythms, stories, and hidden layers. Step into a moment beyond the ordinary, and engage deeply with the world beneath your feet, the people beside you, and the parts of yourself waiting to be discovered.
Earth & Essence: Cold Process Soapmaking
Coldstream Bliss: A Big Sur Ritual
Crafting Nature's Edge—A Knife-Making Journey in Big Sur
Harvest & Share—A Communal Experience
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Earth & Essence: Cold Process Soapmaking
ALILA MOMENT
Learn to craft beautiful, natural soaps from scratch in our Cold Process Soap class. You'll leave with custom creations and the skills to keep soaping at home.
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Nature & PlaceWellnesss
Coldstream Bliss: A Big Sur Ritual
ALILA MOMENT
Hike through Big Sur's majestic redwoods to a secluded forest spot for a cold plunge that awakens your senses, leaving you feeling refreshed, energized, and deeply alive.
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Creativity & Expression
Crafting Nature's Edge—A Knife-Making Journey in Big Sur
ALILA MOMENT
Craft your own knife from start to finish in this hands-on workshop. Shape your custom handle, pair it with a pre-forged blade, and create a tool—and a memory—you’ll carry for life.
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Culture & CommunitySustainability & Stewardship
Harvest & Share—A Communal Experience
ALILA MOMENT
Lend your hands to the land and your heart to the community. Harvest the season's bounty from our gardens, and help support The Big Share—a local initiative feeding and strengthening the Big Sur community.
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Discover Alila Ventana Big Sur Experiences
Whether you’re drawn to adventure, serenity, or something in between, Alila invites you to connect more deeply with the world around you. From sunrise yoga and nature walks to hands-on crafts, culinary encounters, spirited excursions, and soulful moments of reflection—each experience is designed to awaken the senses and stir the soul. Explore our collection below.
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Nature's Muse: A Poetic Journey in Big Sur
ALILA MOMENT
Guided by Monterey County’s Poet Laureate Rachelle Escamilla, this poetic exploration offers a new way to engage with Big Sur—through reflection, creative prompts, and the quiet power of the natural world.
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Creativity & ExpressionNature & Place
Earth & Essence: Cold Process Soapmaking
ALILA MOMENT
Learn to craft beautiful, natural soaps from scratch in our Cold Process Soap class. You'll leave with custom creations and the skills to keep soaping at home.
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Nature & PlaceWellnesss
Coldstream Bliss: A Big Sur Ritual
ALILA MOMENT
Hike through Big Sur's majestic redwoods to a secluded forest spot for a cold plunge that awakens your senses, leaving you feeling refreshed, energized, and deeply alive.
Explore More
Creativity & Expression
Crafting Nature's Edge—A Knife-Making Journey in Big Sur
ALILA MOMENT
Craft your own knife from start to finish in this hands-on workshop. Shape your custom handle, pair it with a pre-forged blade, and create a tool—and a memory—you’ll carry for life.
Explore More
Culture & CommunitySustainability & Stewardship
Harvest & Share—A Communal Experience
ALILA MOMENT
Lend your hands to the land and your heart to the community. Harvest the season's bounty from our gardens, and help support The Big Share—a local initiative feeding and strengthening the Big Sur community.
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Astrology Reading
Since ancient times, astrology readings have explored one’s birth chart to define the essential stages of one's journey.
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Axe Throwing
Our talented axe throwing coaches provide an orientation as well as guidance throughout your session.
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Champagne in Colors
Sip on bubbly champagne as you immerse yourself in a world of creativity and color.
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Circle of Life Meditation
Join one of our meditation facilitators alongside Big Sur residents on this inspiring journey for the spirit, body and mind.
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Dive in the Hive
Go behind the scenes to understand the inner workings of one of nature’s more spectacular natural phenomenons.
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Falconry Experience
Join Master Falconer Antonio Balestreri for an exciting introduction to hawks, falcons and owls.
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Private Excursions
These private hiking excursions afford you the opportunity to not only have new experiences but gain new perspectives.
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Signature Activities
Discover a range of experiences from hikes for restorative time in nature to stargazing under the wide-open skies.
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Vinyasa and Vinyl Yoga
This vinyasa class synchronizes your movements with the music to open your senses, relax the mind and get you ready for the day.
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Wild Apothecary
Journey with us through Alila Ventana’s wild and cultivated land.
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Cosmic Yoga
A combination of celestial exploration and attunement of the body and mind.
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