Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide

Summary

Go kayaking in Santa Barbara, beginning your kayak tour at Santa Barbara Harbor or Leadbetter Beach, depending on your selection at booking. Meet your private instructor for a safety briefing and receive kayaking instruction according to your skill level.  Slip on the provided life jacket (and wetsuit if it’s chilly), then climb into your stable, top-of-the-line vessel and set off on your 1.5- to 2.5-hour private kayak tour of the Santa Barbara coastline. Choose from four different routes of varying duration and difficulty (see options in Itinerary below); your very own guide will tailor the speed of paddling to your preferences and customize commentary according to your interests. You’ll appreciate the natural beauty of Santa Barbara from the water, including cliffside vistas and views of the Santa Ynez Mountains as your informative guide details Santa Barbara's history and attractions. When your kayak tour is complete, each route loops back to its departure point.

Tour info

Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Set out from Santa Barbara Harbor on a private kayak tour of the stunning Santa Barbara coastline. Take in views of Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Mountains, and keep your eyes peeled for seals and dolphins. Your expert guide will share information about Santa Barbara's top attractions and customize the speed of the ride to suit your needs. Choose between three different tours of varying duration and difficulty.

What’s included?

  • Kayaks

  • Life jackets

  • Local guide

  • Gratuities

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Guides are required to wear masks at the shop and rental stand but as soon as tours and lessons begin it is extremely easy to maintain a safe distance and the use of masks will only happen if requested by the client.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Cal Coast Adventures

About operator:

Santa Barbara's Best Tours and Rentals! Fun and Friendly Guides paired with high-quality equipment! We do Bike Tours! - Electric - City - Hybrids - Cruisers - Road - and Mountain Biking! We also have Santa Barbara's largest high-end carbon road bike fleet and full-suspension Mountain Bike fleet! and don't forget about OCEAN ADVENTURES! We do Private Surf Lessons - Stand Up Paddle Lessons - and our popular Kayak Tours. All of our tours are great for all ages and abilities! Gather the crew and prepare for a true California Adventure with the best tour guides our city has to offer!

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