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:  Special – $165 adult in double kayak, $175 adult in single kayak, $145 child under 12 years old. $185 adult double/$195 adult single/$165 child.

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

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

Additional Information on preparing for your Channel Islands Day Trip

Overview

If this is your first time kayaking the 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 sea cave kayaking, native wildlife, fantastic snorkeling and hiking opportunities. With our knowledgeable guides and the new Channel Islands National Park Visitors Center at Scorpion, limitless discovery awaits. This area of California’s Channel Islands National Park was featured on Huell Howser’s television show California Gold.

Trip includes: Authorized concessionaire boat transportation, double kayak, kayaking gear (wetsuits, paddle jackets and helmets), knowledgeable guides, kayaking lesson, natural history and marine ecology. Single kayaks are provided at an additional charge of $10 per kayak.

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: September 3rd (Labor Day Weekend); Other upcoming dates September 12th, September 15th, September 18th and September 19th.

Starting point and time: Santa Barbara Harbor, 7:30 am- 4:30 pm. Available only on select dates during the Summer months.

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: $235 adult, $205 child. Special Rate $190 per person, limited time. *

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

Highlights:  Get ready for a full day aboard the charter vessel Truth. 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 tour. This all inclusive day trip departs out of the Santa Barbara Harbor aboard the splendid vessel Truth. 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. 

Trip includes: Breakfast and lunch, authorized concessionaire boat transportation, single or double kayak and kayaking gear, knowledgeable guides, kayaking lesson, natural history and marine ecology, and options for snorkeling.

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

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.

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: $280 adult/$260 child, with more than two weeks advanced booking. 4 person minimum.

3-Day Kayaking, Hiking and Camping trip: $350 adult/ $ 320 child, with more than two weeks advanced booking. 4 person minimum.

Highlights: Whale watching on the boat ride, incredible sea cave kayaking (conditions permitting), 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.

Channel Island’s camping trip includes: Camp ground reservations, charter boat transportation, double kayak, kayaking gear (wetsuits, paddle jackets and helmets), knowledgeable guides, kayaking lesson, natural history and marine ecology. Single kayaks are provided at an additional charge of $10 per kayak. We can provide you with a camp kitchen or tents, upon request.

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: Summer Special – $175 adult/$150 child, with more than two weeks advance booking. $185 adult/$160 child with less than 2 weeks advance booking. 3 person minimum.

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

Highlights: Idyllic coastline 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, 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 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

Anacapa Island is currently closed to visitors. The boat dock is under repair.

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. Limited to adults 18 years and older.

Cost: $230 per day, Adult only. 4 person minimum.

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

Highlights: Whale watching on the boat ride, incredible sea cave 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. 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 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. Actual start times may vary.

Destination: Bechers Bay, Santa Rosa Island, Channel Islands National Park

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

Cost: $210 per day, Adults Only. 4 person minimum.

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

Highlights: Unbeatable isolation and relaxation, whale watching on the boat ride crossing the channel, incredible kayaking (conditions permitting), hiking, camping options, amazing island experience.

Overview

Santa Rosa Island Kayaking is for advanced kayakers only. This trip runs a few days during the season, if you are interested in kayaking Santa Rosa Island call well in advance for optional dates.

Santa Rosa is the second largest island off of the California coastline and offers world class kayaking, hiking and camping options.

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 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