May is almost here and Santa Barbara is buzzing with fun activities for everyone. Pop on your shades and get ready to make the most of this beautiful spring month. Mother’s Day Sunset Kayak TourWHEN: May 10TIME: 6–8PMSurprise your mom with a picturesque Santa Barbara ocean sunset on a guided kayak tour in the Santa Barbara Harbor.…
April is the perfect time to experience Santa Barbara. As the “American Riviera” comes to life with spring, our coastal paradise boasts a variety of events and attractions for all tastes and interests. From fun outdoor adventures to leisurely wine tastings and art events, there’s something for everyone. Santa Barbara Earth Day FestivalWHEN: April 25 &…
Spring has arrived in Santa Barbara, and it’s the perfect season to get outside. From migrating gray whales and singing birds to wildflowers and lush green hillsides, March brings longer days and unforgettable adventures. Here are a few great ways to enjoy early spring in Santa Barbara: Sea Cave Kayak Tour at Channel Islands National…
With early wildflowers starting to bloom, and mild temperatures, February is the perfect time of year for outdoor activities like camping, hiking, and kayaking. Strap on your adventure shoes, because there are a lot of fun things to do nearby this month: Valentine’s Day Wine TourWHEN: February 14thTIME: 10AM-5PMWHERE: Includes pick-up/drop-off in Santa Barbara and transportation to Santa…
September is upon us! The days are warm and the sun is shining. People are at the beaches, kayaking the shoreline and surfing the breaks. Here are some of the fun things to do this month. Santa Barbara Sea Glass & Ocean Arts FestivalWHEN: September 13th & 14thTIME: Sat (10am-5pm) | Sun (10am-4pm)This one-of-a-kind Southern…
Summertime is well underway in California! With sunny days and warm nights, there’s no shortage of fun things to do around here. Check out some of our favorite places and tips for enjoying the best Santa Barbara has to offer in July. Fourth of July CelebrationWHEN: July 4thWHERE: West BeachThe City of Santa Barbara’s traditional Fourth of…
Updated January 7, 2019 We would like to think every day is going to be sunny and bright in Santa Barbara, but on occasion the rain will come down. Luckily there are several interesting and fun things to do on these wet occasions. Here are five of our favorite things to do when it rains…
Independence Day, aka the 4th of July, falls this year on a Thursday. For some that means a Thursday off work to enjoy a day of exploring outdoors! It also might mean that you find yourself with guests in town to entertain! Santa Barbara is a great place to spend your day. Here are some…
Throughout the year guests from around the world travel to Santa Barbara to enjoy the temperate climate and explore the area’s many parks, some offering a reeling grass knoll to view the ocean and others with scenic hiking trails of the front country. Santa Barbara offers many beautiful parks at which to relax and enjoy…
Since 1998 Santa Barbara Adventure Company has been helping visitors plan amazing trips to California’s Coast. Our local staff answers all types of questions about tours and much, much more. Recently we sat down and created a helpful Santa Barbara Traveler Planner that anyone can download free. We know it takes a lot of hard…