Kayaking in Huntington Harbour: 90-Minute Guided Tour

Ninety minutes paddling through five islands and fifteen miles of protected canals

A 90-minute guided kayak tour departing from Sunset Beach takes you through Huntington Harbour's five man-made islands and over 15 miles of calm canals. Your guide shares the harbor's history while you paddle past waterfront homes and watch for native herons and sea lions in waters warmer than the open ocean. The tour suits families and first-time kayakers, with all equipment provided.

Step-by-step itinerary

Guided kayak tour in Huntington Harbour

• Set off from Sunset Beach
• Explore five man-made islands
• Paddle through calm canals
• View waterfront homes and landscapes
• Listen to guide's harbor history
• Watch for herons and sea lions

The experience

Ninety minutes on the water means you cover the harbor's main features without a full-day commitment. The route stays within Huntington Harbour's lagoon-like environment, where the water runs warmer than the Pacific and the pace stays relaxed. You'll paddle past five man-made islands and navigate over 15 miles of canals lined with lush landscaping and waterfront homes, each one a detail your guide explains as you move through the water.

The guide handles navigation and history. You handle the paddle. Wildlife sightings (herons, sea lions) happen naturally as you move through the harbor, not as a separate hunt. All kayak equipment comes with the tour, so you arrive at Sunset Beach ready to launch. The location sits a short drive from Disneyland and Los Angeles, making it an easy half-day activity if you're visiting the area.

What’s included

• All kayak equipment.
• a live guide in English who shares the harbor's history and leads the paddle.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 13:00

Book up to1h before

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomeNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Everyday California

Is this one for you?Pick this if you want to paddle yourself rather than sit as a passenger, and need a tour that fits a morning or afternoon without eating up your whole day.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How far is Sunset Beach from Los Angeles?

Sunset Beach, where the kayak tour departs, is a short drive from Los Angeles, making this an accessible activity if you're staying in the city or visiting nearby attractions like Disneyland.

What wildlife might I see while kayaking in Huntington Harbour?

Native herons and sea lions live in the harbor and are commonly spotted during the tour as you paddle through the canals and around the five man-made islands.

Is this kayak tour suitable for someone who's never paddled before?

Yes, the tour is designed for families and first-time kayakers, with calm canal waters and a guide leading the way. The lagoon-like environment is warmer and more protected than the open ocean.

What's included in the kayak tour?

The tour includes all kayak equipment and a live guide in English who shares the harbor's history and leads you through the route.

Why is the water in Huntington Harbour warmer than the ocean?

Huntington Harbour is a lagoon-like enclosed body of water surrounded by five man-made islands and protected canals, which keeps the water warmer and calmer than the open Pacific.