Santa Barbara Adventure Company

Starting point and time: Ventura Harbor, 8am-5pm. Actual start times may vary.

Destination: Scorpion Anchorage, Santa Cruz Island, Channel Islands National Park

Level of difficulty:  Beginner through advanced welcome. Children under 12 must ride in double kayak with a parent.

Cost: $172 adult, $155 child under 12 years old. (Includes ferry boat transportation) Additional $15 charge per single kayak.*

Group Discount Rates: $165 per person (6+ people), $155 per person (12+ people).  Additional $15 charge per single kayak. Discounts given on online & phone reservations.  Group discount rates cannot be used with other promotional discounts.

*All prices are per person. 2 person minimum, tour may be canceled if less than 2 people book on any date.

Paddling time and distance: 2.5 miles, 3 hours of island kayaking.

Highlights: Whale watching on the boat ride, incredible Channel Islands kayaking, Channel Islands National Park visitors center, hiking, camping options, amazing island experience.

Trip includes: Authorized concessionaire boat transportation, Channel Islands kayaking gear (paddle jackets, helmets and wetsuits as necessary), double sea kayak, knowledgeable guide(s), kayaking lesson, natural history and marine ecology. Single kayaks are provided at an additional charge of $15 per kayak. Dangerous conditions may exist at any time of the year, and we cannot guarantee cave exploration.

Additional Information on preparing for your Channel Islands Day Trip

Overview

If this is your first time kayaking Channel Islands National Park, then this is where you want to go. No other area of the park offers as many sea cave kayaking opportunities. Some of the most beautiful sea caves in the world can be found at Scorpion Anchorage.

This beloved California destination is renowned for incredible island kayaking, native wildlife, fantastic snorkeling and hiking opportunities. With our knowledgeable guides and the Channel Islands National Park Visitors Center, limitless discovery awaits. This area of California’s Channel Islands National Park was featured on Huell Howser’s television show California Gold.

Santa Barbara Adventure Company is an authorized kayak guide and outfitting service concessionaire for the Channel Islands National Park at Scorpion Anchorage and all other areas of the park.

PLEASE NOTE:
Some tour dates are not available for online reservations. Please call for more dates and options.
(805) 884-WAVE or toll free (877) 885-WAVE.
Letsgo@SbAdventureCo.com

Upcoming Trip Dates: First trips of the season Saturday, May 12th and Saturday, May 19th. Spring and Summer dates are now available!

Starting point and time: Santa Barbara Harbor, 7:30 am- 4:30 pm.

Destination: Painted Cave, Santa Cruz Island, Channel Islands National Park

Level of difficulty: Beginner through advanced welcome. Children under 12 must ride in double kayak with a parent.

Cost: $199 adult, $170 child. (1-5 guests) Groups of 6 or more $179 per person. Discounts given on online & phone reservations. Group discount rates can not be used with other promotional discounts. Additional $15 charge per single kayak.

Paddling time and distance: 2.5 miles, 2-3 hours of kayaking with snorkeling options.

Trip includes: Breakfast and lunch, charter boat transportation, double kayak and kayaking gear, knowledgeable guide(s), kayaking lesson, natural history and marine ecology, and options for snorkeling. Single kayaks are provided at an additional charge of $15 per kayak

Highlights: Get ready for a full day at sea . Explore Painted Cave, one of the largest sea caves in the world! Enjoy breakfast & a hot lunch, as well as whale watching on the boat ride where you may spot sea lions, otters, dolphins, marine birds and whales.

Overview

Explore the less traveled west end of Santa Cruz Island and the beautiful Painted Cave. Relax and let us take care of the all the details on this unforgettable Channel Islands kayaking tour. This all inclusive day trip departs out of the Santa Barbara Harbor aboard the splendid charter vessel complete with hot showers and bunks. Enjoy breakfast, first class whale watching, and a scenic cruise to Santa Cruz Island where the boat will dock giving you time to take an amazing kayak tour of Painted Cave. After exploring the magnificent cave, we give you some time for snorkeling, taking photos or to take a hot shower on the boat. A hot lunch will be served on the boat before heading back to Santa Barbara. Alcohol is not served on the boat but guests over 21 years old are welcome to bring their own to enjoy on the trip.

*Charter boat is subject to cancellation if trip date does not meet minimum booking numbers. Call for details.

Santa Barbara Adventure Company is an authorized kayak guide and outfitting service concessionaire for the Channel Islands National Park.

Paddling time and distance: 2-5 miles per day, 3-4 hours of actual paddling, visiting new areas of the island.

2-Day Kayaking and Camping trip: $325 adult/ $300 child. 3 person minimum. Book early for summer dates.

3-Day Kayaking and Camping trip: $450 adult/ $425 child. 3 person minimum. Book early for summer dates.

Group Rates Available. Please call or email if you are planning a group kayaking and camping trip.

Camping trip includes: Campground reservations, charter boat transportation, double kayak(s), Channel Islands kayaking gear (wetsuits, paddle jackets and helmets), a camp kitchen, knowledgeable guides, kayaking lesson, natural history and marine ecology. Single kayaks are provided at an additional charge of $15 per kayak per day. We can provide you with tents and sleeping bags at an additional charge.

Highlights: Whale watching on the boat ride, world class Channel Islands kayaking, incredible marine environment , NPS visitors center, hiking with panoramic views, camping in a serene valley, brilliant star gazing.

Additional Information on preparing for your Channel Islands Camping Trip

Overview

Everyone should experience the relaxed pace of the island with at least one overnight. The evenings offer quiet solitude and each morning you’ll feel revitalized and eager to explore. Your guide will help to set up camp. There are ample opportunities to check out the Channel Islands Visitor’s Center, read, play music or games, etc. This beloved National Park destination is renowned for incredible sea caves, endemic wildlife, and fantastic snorkeling.

Santa Barbara Adventure Company is an authorized kayak guide and outfitting service concessionaire for the Channel Islands National Park at Scorpion Anchorage and all other areas of the park.

Online reservations are not available for this activity.
Please call or email to book (805) 884-WAVE or toll free (877)885-WAVE.
Letsgo@SbAdventureCo.com

Starting point and time: Ventura Harbor, 7:30am-6pm. Actual start times may vary.

Destination: Prisoner’s Harbor, Channel Islands National Park

Level of difficulty: Beginner through advanced welcome. Children under 12 must ride in a double kayak with a parent.

Cost: $205 per person. 3 person minimum. $25 surcharge per person for single kayaks.

Paddling time and distance: 2-4 miles, 3 hrs of actual kayaking with potential to snorkel.

Highlights: Idyllic Channel Islands kayaking with dense kelp forests; whale watching opportunities on boat ride; chance to snorkel and explore a remote beach.

Overview

Kayaking along this quiet coastline, visitors observe marine life and birds including an occasional bald eagle. Your knowledgeable guide will acquaint you with this unique habitat and share favorite spots.

Trip includes: Authorized concessionaire boat transportation, single or double kayak, Channel Islands kayaking gear (wetsuits, paddle jackets and helmets), knowledgeable guides, kayaking lesson, natural history and marine ecology.

Santa Barbara Adventure Company is an authorized kayak guide and outfitting service concessionaire for the Channel Islands National Park.

Online reservations are not available for this activity.
Please call or email to book (805) 884-WAVE or toll free (877) 885-WAVE.
Letsgo@SbAdventureCo.com

Starting point and time: Oxnard Harbor, 7:30am – 5:00pm. Actual start times may vary.

Destination: Anacapa Island, Channel Islands National Park

Level of difficulty: Moderate to advanced welcome. This trip is limited to adults 18 years of age and older.

Cost: $210/adult. 3 person minimum.

Paddling time and distance: 3-4 miles, 3 hours of actual kayaking.

Highlights: World class sea cave kayaking, thousands of nesting birds on Anacapa’s sheer cliffs, spectacular sea cave paddling, marine life including seals and sea lions, secluded coves, sea caves.

Overview

Explore the second smallest of the Channel Islands. Anacapa has little land mass and no predators to the birds or large pods of sea lions and seals in its secluded coves. Come be inspired and challenged by the elements that have shaped this extraordinary landscape.

Over half of the island has been set aside for nesting areas for sea birds, including the endangered California Brown Pelican. Anacapa offers amazing Channel Islands sea cave kayaking and bird watching.

Trip includes: Authorized concessionaire boat transportation, single or double kayak, paddling gear (wetsuits, paddle jackets and helmets), knowledgeable guides, kayaking lesson, natural history and marine ecology.

Santa Barbara Adventure Company is an authorized kayak guide and outfitting service concessionaire for the Channel Islands National Park at Scorpion Anchorage and all other areas of the park.

Online reservations are not available for this activity.
Please call or email to book (805) 884-WAVE or toll free (877)885-WAVE.
Letsgo@SbAdventureCo.com

Starting point and time: Ventura Harbor, 8am-5pm. Actual start times may vary.

Destination: Santa Barbara Island, Channel Islands National Park

Level of difficulty: Kayaking experience recommended.

Cost: $275 per day, Adult only 18+. 4 person minimum.

Paddling time and distance: 6 miles, 5 hours of actual kayaking.

Highlights: Whale watching on the boat ride, incredible Channel Islands kayaking (conditions permitting), hiking, camping options, amazing island experience.

Overview

The smallest of the eight Channel Islands, Santa Barbara is the perfect size for a one-day kayak trip around the entire island. This 6 mile kayak trip is limited to adults. Kayaking trips to Santa Barbara Island run infrequently.

Trip includes: Authorized concessionaire boat transportation, single or double kayak, kayaking gear (wetsuits, paddle jackets and helmets), knowledgeable guides, kayaking lesson, natural history and marine ecology.

Santa Barbara Adventure Company is an authorized kayak guide and outfitting service concessionaire for the Channel Islands National Park.

Online reservations are not available for this activity.
Please call or email to book (805) 884-WAVE or toll free (877) 885-WAVE.
Letsgo@SbAdventureCo.com