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Santa Barbara Kayak Tour with Experienced Local Guide
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Santa Barbara Kayak Tour with Experienced Local Guide

by Cal Coast Adventures

2 hours
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2 hours
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
Language
English
Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
$99$110Save 10%
2 adults × $49.50
All taxes and fees included

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$99$110Save 10%
2 adults × $49.50
All taxes and fees included

Overview

Participants start by meeting their guide at West Beach, located directly across from the Harbor View Inn Hotel in Santa Barbara. The 90-minute kayak tour takes place on the water near the harbor, where guests paddle in single or tandem kayaks provided by the company. A local guide leads the group, pointing out boats in the harbor and introducing sea lions and seals seen nearby. Throughout the tour, the guide offers information about Santa Barbara’s main sights and the surrounding Santa Ynez Mountains. There is also a chance to spot dolphins during the outing. The pace of the kayaking is adjusted to the group’s preferences and skill levels. Life jackets are provided for safety, and all participants must be able to swim. Children aged 5 to 11 are required to kayak in tandem with an adult. This tour can be booked as a private or group experience, depending on the traveler’s preference. No hotel pickup or drop-off is included, so guests must arrive at the meeting point on their own. Bringing a swimsuit and towel is recommended for comfort after the tour.

Highlights

90-minute kayak tour on Santa Barbara harbor waters
Local guide points out boats and marine animals
View Santa Ynez Mountains from the water
Option for private or group kayaking tour
Life jackets and kayaks provided
Children 5-11 must kayak tandem with an adult

What's included

Local guide during the kayaking tour
Life jackets for all participants
Kayaks for paddling

What's not included

Gratuities for the guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off services

Meeting point

You'll meet your guide on the sand of West Beach just north of the pier! You'll see our gear on the sand directly across from the Harbor View Inn Hotel. When looking at the ocean we are just to the right of Stearns Warf. Look for a white equipment shed and a blue tent. That's us!

End point

You'll meet your guide on the sand of West Beach just north of the pier! You'll see our gear on the sand directly across from the Harbor View Inn Hotel. When looking at the ocean we are just to the right of Stearns Warf. Look for a white equipment shed and a blue tent. That's us!

Languages

English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Not advised for anyone with back or spinal problems
Suitable for all fitness levels
Meeting point is West Beach, across from Harbor View Inn Hotel at 28 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara; look for blue rental flags and equipment shed
Children ages 5 to 11 must kayak tandem with a parent or guardian regardless of skill
All participants must be able to swim
Bring swimsuit and towel
Total
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