Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt in San Jose
San Jose, United States

Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt

Outty Ranking 52 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $29

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Outty Ranking

52/100

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5.0/5

Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt worth booking?

Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt is a 2-hour experience in San Jose, United States, from $29 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
52 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
2 hours
From
$29 per person

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Aust

What you get

    About this experience

    Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

    What's included

    Included

    • Remote interactive live guide (Must provide domestic phone or WhatsApp number)
    • Digital Scavenger Hunt Document
    • Leaderboard standing
    • Choice to extend the hunt for free
    • Future company alumni discounts

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    San Jose

    Begin outside in front of the starting location.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Begin outside in front of the starting location.

    Options you can book

    • Private Hunt (For 10 guests)

    • 1PM

    • 11am

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Alley Kat Adventures

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Note: You MUST provide a correct, working, domestic phone number in your reservation in order for your hunt to be possible, since it is remotely hosted. Each team must bring at least one fully charged smart phone that has GPS and that can can send and receive data, photos, videos, and text messages. If you have an international phone number or encounter other technical difficulties, you must complete the game using WhatsApp or email. You can easily provide us with this contact information through a Viator message in advance of your hunt.

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Khalid_A · June 2024

    A really great experience!

    Our experience was great because it wasn't what we were expecting. This scavenger hunt is not your typical hunt. It was good to connect with strangers. Everyone was nice and pleasant and very approachable. We had a lot of fun!

    via Viator

    Inspiration777246 · March 2024

    Fun way to learn about Palo Alto and Stanford

    This was a really fun way to spend a couple hours outside on a nice spring day in Palo Alto. The scavenger hunt tasks took us all through the city center, and made us visit all kinds of places we would not have normally considered. A rug store? A British pub? Vintage clothing boutique? Yes, all that and more! Trisha was a great tour guide, cheering us on at every step. You get points for each completed task and can see your score moving up the leaderboard. They have tours like this in 600 or so cities so you can play again pretty much anywhere you might go on vacation.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $29 to $250
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 52

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)43
    Review evidence (18% weight)21
    Booking momentum (14% weight)16
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)60
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Jose.

    How much does Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt cost?

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    Prices start at $29 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in San Jose usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in San Jose is not rushed.

    Is Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in San Jose, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in San Jose can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in San Jose and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Palo Alto Prowl Scavenger Hunt start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central San Jose within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in San Jose?

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    San Jose mixes tech-history tours with the Winchester Mystery House, Santa Cruz Mountains wine trips, redwood hikes and easy day tours over to Monterey and San Francisco. On Outty we rank every San Jose experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Escape Game at Great Mall in Milpitas, 4 Hour Livermore Valley Wine Tour, Big Sur Monterey California Coast from San Jose 1 - 12 people. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit San Jose?

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    April to June and September to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in San Jose?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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