Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide
Overview
Our Santa Barbara Kayak Tour can be a private tour or group tour experience. You choose your adventure! If you're looking for a more intimate Santa Barbara kayaking experience then our private kayak tour will be a perfect fit. If you're hoping to kayak Santa Barbara with other travelers and enjoy the sights with new friends then the group kayak tour is the way to go!
Whichever kayaking tour you choose you'll be in the very capable hands of our friendly and experienced tour guides. Your local kayaking guide will show you the stunning boats in our harbor as well as introduce you to some cute and cuddly sea lions and seals!
Prepare to take in views of Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Mountains, and keep your eyes peeled for dolphins! Your expert guide will share information about Santa Barbara's top attractions and customize the speed of the ride to suit your needs.
Our goal is that kayaking Santa Barbara will be the highlight of your trip!
Whichever kayaking tour you choose you'll be in the very capable hands of our friendly and experienced tour guides. Your local kayaking guide will show you the stunning boats in our harbor as well as introduce you to some cute and cuddly sea lions and seals!
Prepare to take in views of Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Mountains, and keep your eyes peeled for dolphins! Your expert guide will share information about Santa Barbara's top attractions and customize the speed of the ride to suit your needs.
Our goal is that kayaking Santa Barbara will be the highlight of your trip!
Inclusions
- Kayaks
- Life jackets
- Local guide
What to expect
Itinerary
Experience Santa Barbara kayaking from a local's perspective. Your experienced kayaking guide will lead you safely through the harbor and if you're lucky you'll visit some adorable sea life! You’ll encounter breathtaking 360 degree panoramic views of the Waterfront, Santa Ynez Mountains, Channel Islands, and the majestic vessels in the harbor.
Kayaking Santa Barbara is never complete without hearing fun facts about our harbor. As you wind through the calm waters of the harbor your guide will provide intriguing insights.
As you kayak Santa Barbara your guide will offer knowledge about the local landscape, topography, wildlife, historical landmarks, and more. Our guided kayak tour is suitable for all skill levels, including first-time Kayakers! Life vests are provided to all participants.
To embark on this Santa Barbara kayak tour each participant must know how to swim. You'll likely not need to swim during your tour but as a safety precaution, we ask that everyone kayaking with us knows how to SWIM.
Please note that gratuities are not included in the cost of the tour. If you enjoyed your tour be sure to tip your guide as service industry workers often work for tips.
Stop At:
• 219 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3581
• Santa Barbara Harbor, 132 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109-2363
• West Beach, Santa Barbara, CA
Experience Santa Barbara kayaking from a local's perspective. Your experienced kayaking guide will lead you safely through the harbor and if you're lucky you'll visit some adorable sea life! You’ll encounter breathtaking 360 degree panoramic views of the Waterfront, Santa Ynez Mountains, Channel Islands, and the majestic vessels in the harbor.
Kayaking Santa Barbara is never complete without hearing fun facts about our harbor. As you wind through the calm waters of the harbor your guide will provide intriguing insights.
As you kayak Santa Barbara your guide will offer knowledge about the local landscape, topography, wildlife, historical landmarks, and more. Our guided kayak tour is suitable for all skill levels, including first-time Kayakers! Life vests are provided to all participants.
To embark on this Santa Barbara kayak tour each participant must know how to swim. You'll likely not need to swim during your tour but as a safety precaution, we ask that everyone kayaking with us knows how to SWIM.
Please note that gratuities are not included in the cost of the tour. If you enjoyed your tour be sure to tip your guide as service industry workers often work for tips.
Stop At:
• 219 Stearns Wharf, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-3581
• Santa Barbara Harbor, 132 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara, CA 93109-2363
• West Beach, Santa Barbara, CA
Additional information
- You will be meeting your guide at West Beach which is located on the beach directly across from the Harbor View Inn Hotel (28 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara). You will see our blue rental flags, white equipment shed, and stand up paddle boards and kayaks.
- Children ages 5 to 11 years must be in a tandem kayak with an parent or guardian regardless of skill level
- Not wheelchair accessible
- All persons must be able to swim
- Please remember to bring your swimsuit and towel
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Coastal37125046522
March 2022
Cole was super experienced and a great guide! Thank you! Give him my number please: 661-426-4008 -Jess :)
Cole was super experienced and a great guide! Thank you! Give him my number please: 661-426-4008 -Jess :)nancybH4669UV
October 2021
Our guide Sean was excellent! He made sure we were safe and comfortable and was very knowledgeable about the area.
Our guide Sean was excellent! He made sure we were safe and comfortable and was very knowledgeable about the area.S8853TTfredg
April 2022
We did the 90 minute kayak paddle from Santa Barbara beach. It was excellent- good boat, Amanda was a great guide who went at our pace and had all sorts of lore from growing up locally. The route was through and around the marina and then out to sea for a bit. Terrain was not too wild, but i...
We did the 90 minute kayak paddle from Santa Barbara beach. It was excellent- good boat, Amanda was a great guide who went at our pace and had all sorts of lore from growing up locally. The route was through and around the marina and then out to sea for a bit. Terrain was not too wild, but included a raft covered with seals and seal lions, with a baby seal playing balance beam on the anchor rope! Life vests in great shape. Boats very stable so great for beginners. If you're going to paddle in Santa Barbara, these folks have it dialed in.brianoP8750WY
April 2022
Cole was amazing. Very nice fun young kid. Thank you guys we had an amazing time!!! Great peaceful kayak around the wharf and harbor.
Cole was amazing. Very nice fun young kid. Thank you guys we had an amazing time!!! Great peaceful kayak around the wharf and harbor.Y9253LAsarahh
April 2022
We had an awesome day out on the water with Cole. He provided great knowledge of the local area and provided a great tour. We say many seals and even some dolphins
We had an awesome day out on the water with Cole. He provided great knowledge of the local area and provided a great tour. We say many seals and even some dolphinsS1066TWpauld
April 2022
Magical morning for our large group of 15 ranging in age 7-50. So glad we took a 9:30am tour. The waters were calm and the seals were very active. The three Tour guides were knowledgeable and friendly. A 5-minute walk from the Princess cruise water boat drop off to meet our tour guides. Thanks fo...
Magical morning for our large group of 15 ranging in age 7-50. So glad we took a 9:30am tour. The waters were calm and the seals were very active. The three Tour guides were knowledgeable and friendly. A 5-minute walk from the Princess cruise water boat drop off to meet our tour guides. Thanks for the great memories.