About This Tour
Kayak one of the few remaining sections of undeveloped, scenic coastline in California, home to more than 1,500 plant and animal species. This popular, 3-hour kayaking trip features regular wildlife encounters, beautiful coastal views and some time to swim (optional).
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Meeting Point
Take exit #110 for Winchester Canyon Rd toward Hollister Ave. Continue onto Calle Real for .3mi. Turn left on Cathedral Oaks Rd over the freeway. Turn right onto Hollister Ave. In .6 miles turn left into a parking lot for the beach where your guide will meet you & walk you down to the beach.
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Meeting Point: Haskell's Beach, Goleta, CA 93117, USA Meeting Instructions: Take exit #110 for Winchester Canyon Rd toward Hollister Ave. Continue onto Calle Real for .3mi. Turn left on Cathedral Oaks Rd over the freeway. Turn right onto Hollister Ave. In .6 miles turn left into a parking lot for the beach where your guide will meet you and walk you down to the beach. What you will need: • Sun Screen (SPF 30 or higher) • A full water bottle. One liter or larger - please help us reduce our environmental footprint by bringing a reusable bottle • A hat with a brim • A beach towel • Beach shoes or flips • Sunglasses with a neck strap such as "Chums" or “Croakies” • Swimsuit or swim trunks • Sweatshirt or sweater and a dry change of clothes • Waterproof camera (optional) • Lycra rashguard (optional) • Neoprene booties (optional) Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund Cancellation Policy: SBACo reserves the right to cancel, reschedule or adjust the trip due to dangerous weather conditions. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund Terms & Conditions: It is your responsibility to check your booking confirmation carefully as soon as you receive it and contact us immediately if any information on the confirmation appears to be incorrect or incomplete as it may not be possible to make changes later. Please review your confirmation information carefully.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
✓ Free cancellation due to bad weather
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Santa Barbara Adventure Company
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