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Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide

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!

City: Santa Barbara

Wed 23 Oct

Other dates

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Starting at $55.00

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Wed 23 Oct

Starting at $55.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Life jackets

Kayaks

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
All persons must be able to swim
Please remember to bring your swimsuit and towel
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (276)

Ronald_B

Jul 2021

We really enjoyed our kayaking g adventure. Sean & Kasia was very knowledgeable and very attentive. The weather was beautiful, the water was calm and the sea lions are adorable!

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Thanks so much for your review! We hope to see you back out on the water sometime soon! Take care.

codyb0701

Jul 2021

We arrived to the place 10 mins before our time. It was very easy to find. We were greeted promptly and introduced to Kristen. She had a great vibe immediately Kristen helped us pick out our life jackets. She explained we could lock our phones in the box. At first I wanted to take my phone but she assured us, she would take pictures. She got some great shots. Honestly, just leave your phone behind. It allowed me to focus on the here and now. We dragged our kayaks down to the water. Took off our flip flops (we wore flops, swim trunks, and tee shirts). Not tough but if you need help, I’m sure someone could do that part for you. We kayaked through the harbor (very calm water), by some house boats, by the yacht club, by the rock wall, and out into the ocean. When she first said out into the ocean, I was like “ummm what?!” But, it wasn’t bad at all, and very safe. Wildlife that was so close to our kayaks (harbor seals, starfish, fish, a ton of pelicans, and the highlight for me was a bunch of sea lions on a buoy). I honestly didn’t think about life or work once while I was out on the water. Kristen was a big part of that because she truly made it a ‘meditative experience’. That was a word she used to describe being on the water. Once we got back, she sent us our pictures (airdrop or text). She gave us recommendations on where to eat and things to see. She a true local, born and raised, so she knows a bunch about the area. We tipped her (cash and Venmo) and grabbed our belongings from the lock box. I’d totally go again but I honestly would request Kristen because she was so chill and fun to spend our afternoon with. Definitely would do again. Definitely suggest you try this. Wear sunscreen!

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Amazing! glad to hear that Kristen helped make your kayak tour such a meditative experience!

natalievL94TK

Jun 2021

My guide Kristin was very sweet and detailed with any questions I had. She gave me great historical information I appreciated since it’s my first time visiting

Response from Host

Jun 2021

Thanks for taking our kayak tour!