WHERE TO PADDLE · SANTA BARBARA KAYAKING TOURS
Good santa barbara kayaking tours fill up weeks ahead and the best ones go first. Below: the 4 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Kayak Santa Barbara’s harbor and coast with a private guide, wildlife sightings, mountain views, beginner-friendly instruction, and flexible routes.
“We had a great time kayaking around the Santa Barbara Harbor and Stearns Pier with Sammy. She was able to tell us a lot about the history and sea life in the area. We had a fantastic time.”
Paddle Santa Barbara Harbor for two hours, spot seals and sea lions, and learn local ecology on a beginner-friendly kayak tour.
“Extremely enjoyable and well organised sea kayaking trip around Santa Barbara harbour. Our guide Asa was very knowledgeable and made sure everyone had a great time. This was our 2nd time kayaking, but I would say this would be easy for first time kayakers, as the start of the trip is on very calm waters within the harbour to allow you to learn how to control the kayak, before heading out into more open sea later in the trip. We saw sealions and may different sea birds.”
Paddle Santa Barbara Harbor at sunset, spot seals and sea lions, and learn about local marine life on this friendly two-hour kayak tour.
“Jess was AMAZING! Patient and knowledgeable! Kind soul. My kids and I had a blast and learned a lot. On top of seeing sea lions, harbor seals and a grey whale!!”
Paddle Santa Barbara Harbor for two hours, spotting seals, sea lions, birds, and learning local ecology with friendly guides.
“We really enjoyed our SB kayak tour. We saw seals, sea lions and many different birds. Chonny (our tour guide) was outstanding and super knowledgeable. Very relaxing and informative. Highly recommend.”
Pick a coast, a cave, a river or a tunnel.
