Kayaking Santa Barbara 6 options
Santa Barbara: Harbor Kayak Tour with Sea Lions & Local GuideFeel the ocean breeze, paddle past boats and sea lions, and hear Santa Barbara stories from a local guide. Includes kayak, life jacket, and easy meeting point.Every day · First departure 10:00, last 15:00 · From age 3★ 4.97 (460)1h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 55per person
Kayaking in Santa Barbara Harbor: Wildlife & Marine ViewsPaddle through Santa Barbara Harbor on a 2-hour kayak tour with a local guide, spotting harbor seals.Every day · 10:00 and 13:00 · From age 5★ 4.91 (231)2hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 59per person
Sunset Kayak Tour Santa Barbara Harbor: 2-Hour PaddlePaddle Santa Barbara Harbor at sunset for 2 hours with a guide, all gear included, and wildlife sightings along the shoreline and historic wharf.Every day · 14:45, 15:00 and 16:00 · From age 5★ 4.90 (79)2hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 89per person
Kayaking near Santa Barbara: Gaviota Coast WildlifePaddle 3 miles along California's undeveloped Gaviota Coast with a guide, spotting dolphins and sea lions in kelp beds while learning marine ecology.Every day · 09:30 · From age 5★ 4.92 (50)3h 30mEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 122per person
Santa Barbara: Kayak & SUP Rental on West BeachKayak and paddleboard rental on Santa Barbara's West Beach, downtown location. Includes gear, life vest, and easy water entry near the pier. No waves, families welcome.Every day · First departure 10:00, last 16:00 · From age 5★ 4.98 (45)1h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 15.39per person
Santa Barbara: Kayak & SUP Rental on West BeachKayak and paddleboard rental on Santa Barbara's West Beach near the pier. Calm entry, seal-filled buoys, all gear included. Downtown location, family-friendly.Every day★ 4.97 (29)1h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 30per group
All 6 options, side by side
✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kayaking in Santa Barbara Harbor: Wildlife & Marine ViewsOur pick | US$ 59 per person | 2h | 4.91★ · 231 | Every day · 10:00 and 13:00 | English |
| Santa Barbara: Harbor Kayak Tour with Sea Lions & Local GuideBest value | US$ 55 per person | 1h 30m | 4.97★ · 460 | Every day · First departure 10:00, last 15:00 | English |
| Kayaking near Santa Barbara: Gaviota Coast WildlifeTop rated | US$ 122 per person | 3h 30m | 4.92★ · 50 | Every day · 09:30 | English |
| Sunset Kayak Tour Santa Barbara Harbor: 2-Hour Paddle | US$ 89 per person | 2h | 4.90★ · 79 | Every day · 14:45, 15:00 and 16:00 | English |
| Santa Barbara: Kayak & SUP Rental on West Beach | US$ 15.39 per person | 1h | 4.98★ · 45 | Every day · First departure 10:00, last 16:00 | — |
| Santa Barbara: Kayak & SUP Rental on West Beach | US$ 15 per personUS$ 30 per group (split 2 ways) | 1h | 4.97★ · 29 | Every day | — |
Kayaking Santa Barbara at a glance
- Our pick: Kayaking in Santa Barbara Harbor: Wildlife & Marine Views, US$ 59 (2h, 4.91★ · 231).
- Best value: Santa Barbara: Harbor Kayak Tour with Sea Lions & Local Guide, US$ 55 (1h 30m, 4.97★ · 460).
- Top rated: Kayaking near Santa Barbara: Gaviota Coast Wildlife, US$ 122 (3h 30m, 4.92★ · 50).
Real price per person across the 6 options: US$ 15–US$ 122 (median US$ 55). With 100+ reviews: 2 of 6.
Of the 6 options: 6 with free cancellation, 3 with instant confirmation, 5 kid-friendly, 1 private and 2 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Real price per person: the group price divided by the seats it includes.
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