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Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide

5.0 (460 Viator reviews) 1 hr 30 min Santa Barbara area

group kayak tour in santa barbara venturing into the harbor
Santa Barbara Kayak Tour with a view of the Mountains and Stearns Warf
enjoying views of the mountains and riviera on a private kayak tour
seeing the sea lions on a group kayaking tour in santa barbara
Meet us at our West Beach location on the sand to the right of the pier / stearns warf

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About this activity

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!

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Life jackets
  • Kayaks

Not included

  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting point

Everyone meets at the 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!

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

5.0/5

460 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor

  • 5 star449
  • 4 star9
  • 3 star1
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star1

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Distances are straight-line from the activity's center of Santa Barbara (Viator lists this tour under Santa Barbara; it has no meeting-point coordinates).