Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Island Packers
CRUISE
adult/child 3-12yr from $36/26)
Offers wildlife cruises year-round, including seasonal whale-watching excursions from
late December to mid-April (gray whales) and mid-May through mid-September (blue and
humpback whales).
Santa Barbara Adventure Company
KAYAKING
805-884-9283, 877-885-9283;
www.sbadventureco.com
;
32 E Haley St, Santa
Barbara; )
Family-friendly outfitter runs a variety of guided paddling tours, from the sea caves of
Santa Cruz to the sea arches of Anacapa. Choose from day trips ($180 to $210) or
overnight camping expeditions (from $329).
Channel Islands Outfitters
KAYAKING, SNORKELING
805-899-4925;
www.channelislandso.com
;
117b Harbor Way, Santa Bar-
bara)
Expertly guided kayaking and snorkeling trips visit Anacapa, Santa Cruz or Santa Barbara
($99 to $225, plus ferry tickets); wetsuits are included.
Truth Aquatics
DIVING, KAYAKING
805-962-1127;
www.truthaquatics.com
;
301 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Bar-
bara)
Based in Santa Barbara, this long-running outfitter organizes diving, kayaking and hiking
day trips and multiday excursions aboard specially designed dive boats. See website for
prices.
Raptor Dive Charters
DIVING
For certified and experienced divers, boat trips to Anacapa and Santa Cruz, including night
dives, cost $110 to $125; equipment rentals available for a surcharge.
