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Number of People: 2
Duration: 3 hours

Overview

Explore the coastal gems of Huntington Beach to Long Beach on a clue-driven quest for picnic items. Along the way, you’ll collect picnic goodies from local makers, explore artsy enclaves, and end your adventure at a handpicked picnic destination with stunning coastal views.

🚶‍♀️ Set out on a one-of-a-kind, self-guided picnic experience

🔍 Use your smartphone to uncover clues, solve riddles, and reveal hidden stops

🥐 Pick up delicious bites from beloved local cafés, markets, and artisanal producers

🏖️ Wrap up your journey at a scenic seaside spot perfect for your ultimate beachside picnic

Full description

From laid-back Huntington Beach to the buzzing energy of Long Beach, this sun-soaked route offers endless ocean views, creative corners, and foodie treasures waiting to be discovered. Wander through charming neighborhoods, pass public sculptures, and explore tucked-away gems like Naples canals and lush nature reserves.

As you solve each personalized clue, you’ll uncover another destination where a piece of your picnic awaits—carefully curated from the region’s best local vendors. Piece by piece, bite by bite, you’ll build the perfect picnic to enjoy by the water at a final, unforgettable coastal stop.

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Daily 12:00pm

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

  • Age: 18+

Who can you accommodate for?

  • Dietary restrictions: Vegetarian, vegan, or dairy free options are available with prior notice. Gluten free is not available.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

  • Duration: We recommend allowing at least 2-3 hours, including enjoying your picnic.
  • What’s included: Depending on the package selected the experience will include the following:
    • All-Inclusive Mystery Picnic for 2: Pre-paid picnic items to collect along the way to compose a stunning picnic spread, interactive clues and riddles on your smartphone, games and conversation starters, as well as additional activity and walking recommendations.
    • Premium Mystery Picnic for 2: All the amazing inclusions of the All-Inclusive Package plus additional treats, drinks and content as well as extra indulgences that make it perfect for special occasions!
    • Wine Package: If the wine package is selected you can choose between a bottle of red or white wine.
  • Who will be present: This is a self-guided adventure, designed for personal exploration and enjoyment.

How to prepare?

  • Weather dependency: Mystery Picnics can happen rain, hail, or shine. Rescheduling due to rain requires 3 business days’ notice.
  • Arrival: Start times are generally between 11am and 1pm. Solve your first clue before departing to know your starting location.
  • Parking: Parking is limited, plan accordingly.
  • What to wear: Casual attire is suitable. Opt for walking shoes instead of high heels, considering the weather.
  • What to bring: A fully charged phone for clues, pen and paper, bottle of water, a cooler bag/carry bag with an ice pack for your items, cutlery, plates/cheeseboard, and a picnic blanket if you have one.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

  • The exact start location remains a mystery until you receive your clues, which are sent via email by 5 pm the day prior. Note that picnic blankets, bags, plates, utensils, and glasses are not provided; please bring your own.
  • This experience requires driving (approximately 26 miles). Participants are required to have their own car.

FAQs

What is a Mystery Picnic?
A Mystery Picnic is a self-guided food adventure where you solve clues and riddles to collect delicious picnic ingredients. Using your smart phone to solve clues and riddles, your journey will take you to local artisan producers where you will collect delicious picnic ingredients, ending at a stunning picnic spot where you'll enjoy your food. The experience is designed for friends, families, and couples looking for a fun and unique day out.

How does it work?

  1. Book your picnic: Select your preferred date and location.
  2. Receive your clues: You'll get a series of clues and riddles sent to your email on the day of your picnic.
  3. Solve the clues: Follow the clues to local artisan producers to collect your picnic ingredients.
  4. Enjoy your picnic: Once you’ve gathered all your goodies, head to your final destination and enjoy a leisurely picnic.

Where are the Mystery Picnic locations?
Giftory.com offers Mystery Picnics in various scenic locations. Check our website for a list of available cities and regions.

What do I need to bring?
Just bring your sense of adventure, a fully charged smartphone, and appropriate clothing for the weather. Everything else, including your picnic ingredients, will be provided.

Can Mystery Picnics cater to dietary restrictions?
Yes, they can accommodate various dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and more. Please specify your needs when booking.

Is the experience suitable for children?
Absolutely! Mystery Picnics are family-friendly and suitable for all ages. Children will enjoy solving the clues and exploring new places.

Can I do a Mystery Picnic with more than one group?
Of course! These self-guided food adventures are easy to do in a single group or with groups of friends.

What happens if the weather is bad?
Mystery Picnics can proceed in most weather conditions. However, if extreme weather is forecasted, we can reschedule your picnic to another date.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 15 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 4 days before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 4 days in advance means losing the value of your experience.

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Here's what others have to say!

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Arnold

Fun way to discover a new area! Would definitely do it in another location!

Jim

We had an absolute blast!

Joy

Well organized experience. Great food and good way to check out the local spots.

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