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Santa Barbara · California · United States
Private Harbor Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara
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From $590.00 per person
Current Project Expedition rate
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The Experience
What your day looks like
This tour is a great way to spend a morning or afternoon exploring the our beautiful Santa Barbara Waterfront. Guests are guided through the harbor, past the wharf and to a buoy where curious sea lions love to rest and soak up some sun.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Explore Santa Barbara's sparkling, palmlined coast
- Look out for dolphins, seals, and birds
- Enjoy a fun experience on kayaks
- Learn about marine ecology and the region's history
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
Start by getting outfitted with paddle jackets, personal flotation devices (PFDs), a paddle, and a kayak. Your guide will provide a paddling demonstration and safety talk, then ensure you are comfortable in your boat. Set out on the water from the boat launch and paddle through the harbor, passing other boats, the historic wharf, under the pier, and along the beach. Along the way, look for wildlife like harbor seals, sea lions, brown pelicans, sea stars, cormorants, and dolphins. Expect to paddle approximately one to two miles (1.5–3 km) along the coast before returning to the boat launch where your tour began.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Santa Barbara
Kayaking at Stearns Wharf.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Comprehensive instruction Knowledgeable guide leading discussions of natural history and marine ecology All necessary kayaking gear
Not Included
Guide gratuity is not included in the per person cost.
What to Bring
Bring water and a snack, and wear comfortable clothes made of synthetic materials. You can expect to get wet from the waist down on the kayaks.
Restrictions
The minimum age for kayaking: 5 years old. Children under 12 must ride in a double kayak with an adult.
Meeting & Pickup
Santa Barbara Harbor at the Sea Landing boat launch area (not the building, the boat launch area).
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
Please provide each kayaker's height and weight.
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 5 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic
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