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Sonoma Offsites

Perfect for lovers of food, wine, and nature.

Renowned for its fantastic vineyards, world-class wine, delicious (and organic) cuisine, and stunning nature, Sonoma County in California offers a perfect mix between nature, food, wine, and modern amenities, making it the ultimate getaway for teams looking to relax and recharge their batteries. Sonoma County is home to over 425 wineries, luxury spas, and a variety of world-class restaurants that serve dishes made with fresh local ingredients. Here team members can focus on feeding their mind, body, and soul by enjoying wine and good food while also squeezing in a relaxing massage or enjoying some yoga. Nevertheless, for those team members that crave adventure, Sonoma is also home to mountains, valleys, forests, and miles of the Pacific Ocean coastline, offering a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, horseback riding, and ziplining. So whether your team wants to spend their days sipping wine and finding their zen or want to explore the region's natural resources, Sonoma County has a range of offerings that make it the ideal location for any offsite company retreat.

Why Sonoma is great for your next offsite

Although Sonoma is known for its wine, one of the things that makes this region incredibly special is its geography. Sonoma County is home to beaches, forests, ocean cliffs, mountains, and riverbeds⁠—the perfect place for your team to explore nature. The best part is that Sonoma has a Mediterranean climate with over 250 days of sunshine yearly. The region is also home to 60,000 acres of vineyards and more than 400 wineries. The area offers many organic, artisanal, eco-friendly, and vegan winery options as well as larger-scale locations. This local and artisanal focus also translates to the region's food scene, home to several farm-to-table restaurants and farmers' markets. Sonoma's wide range of offerings also means that there is plenty to do in the area. Unique team-building activities include riding horseback to Jack London's writing cottage, taking a hot air balloon ride over the wineries, or going ziplining at night. And once team members are ready to relax after a full day of team-building activities, Sonoma is also filled to the brim with charming inns, relaxing spas, quaint woodland cabins, and secluded luxury resorts. Sonoma County is the perfect offsite retreat location for teams looking to enjoy nature, relax and enjoy a glass (or two) of delicious wine.

Sample Sonoma Offsite Itineraries

Sonoma Leadership Offsite

Duration: 2-4 nights
Group Size: 5-15 people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: Get everything on one estate in the middle of wine country - award winning food, accommodations, and spa.

Activities: Take a wine tour and end by creating your own blend of wine to enjoy on the trip or take back home with you. At the end of the evening head to a small resturant that only seats up to 20 people to have an extroidinary farm-to-table experience.

Sonoma Team Offsite

Duration: 2-3 nights
Group Size: 15-40 people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: Rent our a ranch with bikes, river access, and fresh pastries delivered to your room every morning.

Activities: Ever wanted to feel what it was like to drive in the Gran Prix? Head out to the course to learn how to drive and race these cars. For those looking for a little less adrenaline, sign up for a culinary class with wine pairings.

Sonoma All-Company Offsite

Duration: 3-4 nights
Group Size: 40+ people
Price: starting at $2,500 /person

Lodging: Stay at an update hotel within walking distance of Oxbow Public Market and the Napa Valley Wine Train. Enough space for 140 of your team members.

Activities: Experience wine country on an electric trike, zipline above the Redwoods or take a guided hike.

Best time of the year for an offsite in Sonoma

Spring: (March-May)

Summer: (June-August)

The weather is still quite warm during this time, and the days are long. This is also the best time to visit the region as it is the grape harvesting season.

Winter is mild in Sonoma, with cool weather and the occasional rain or fog. Winter is also low season, although the region is home to several festivals, including the Artisan Cheese Festival.

Ideal Offsite Season (January-May)

FAQ for Offsites in Sonoma

What is the closest international airport to Sonoma?

The closest international airport to Sonoma is the San Francisco International Airport (SFO), an hour’s drive from Sonoma. The Sonoma County Airport Express also runs between the San Francisco and Oakland airports and Sonoma County.

What type of team-building activities can we do in Sonoma?

Sonoma is an outdoor destination offering many team-building and team-bonding activities in nature. Your team can participate in unique activities, including hiking, ziplining, hot air ballooning, or horseback riding. The county is also known for its food and wine. As a result, other team-building activities can include winery tours, cooking classes, and visiting local cheese farms. The region also is home to several companies that can organize team events like scavenger hunts.

What types of groups is Sonoma good for?

Sonoma is the perfect city for any group, big or small. The region has many different accommodation options and team-building activities that can fit the needs of any size or type of group.

What type of budget is good for Sonoma?

One of the main reasons people visit Sonoma is to go wine-tasting. As a result, specific times during the year can get quite expensive in Sonoma, including during harvest time. Nevertheless, there are plenty of options in and around the Sonoma County region that can accommodate a variety of budgets.