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    Santa Barbara Harbor Private Sailing Charter

    Sail Santa Barbara’s harbor and waterfront with coastal views and onboard narration

    5.0 stars• 68 reviews

    Duration

    60-90 Minutes

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Charter, captain, blankets

    Highlights

    Cruise Santa Barbara Harbor, the Waterfront, and Stearns Wharf aboard the classic yacht Kelpie. Hear narrated stories as you sail along the American Riviera coastline.

    • Explore Santa Barbara Harbor, the Waterfront, and Stearns Wharf
    • Sail aboard the classic yacht Kelpie
    • Listen to narration throughout the cruise
    • Take in views of the American Riviera coastline
    • Look for occasional sea lions, dolphins, and other wildlife

    What's Included

    • Captain
    • Narrated tour
    • Warm blankets

    Important details

    • Arrive 5 minutes before departure
    • Remove your shoes before boarding
    • Swimming from the yacht is not allowed
    • Pets are not allowed aboard
    • Children 12 and under must wear a life jacket while underway and be accompanied by an adult to the restroom
    • Boarding requires navigating a series of steps with limited assistance; mobility devices cannot be accommodated aboard
    • Charters operate in rain, fog, and nonhazardous temperatures; the captain may cancel for unsafe wind or sea conditions
    • Alcohol consumption is limited to travelers ages 21 and older
    • Illegal drugs, including marijuana, are prohibited aboard
    • Customary captain gratuity of 20%+ is not included in the listed price

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel free within 24 hours of booking. After that, cancel at least 14 days before departure for a 50% refund. Cancellations within 14 days are not refundable. Major-holiday charters are nonrefundable after the first 24 hours. No refunds for bookings made within 24 hours of departure or no-shows.

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    FAQs

    Swimming from the yacht is not permitted.

    Picnic and cocktail platters are available when ordered at least 72 hours in advance. Vegetarian, gluten-free, vegan, and allergy substitutions are available.

    Children 12 and under must wear a properly sized life jacket while underway. Enter each child’s weight when booking so life jackets can be prepared, and accompany children to the restroom.

    Meeting details

    Marina 2 gate, Santa Barbara Harbor

    Experience provided by SunSwept Sailing

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    One Hour Harbor Cruise

    $411.28

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    90 Minute Harbor Cruise

    $496.08

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    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had a wonderful sailing and sound bath experience with Captain Spencer and Asura. It was exquisite in every way and the perfect way to celebrate a birthday.

    Photo of Karen Moore

    Karen Moore

    August 29, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had a wonderful sailing and sound bath experience with Captain Spencer and Asura. It was exquisite in every way and the perfect way to celebrate a birthday.

    Photo of Karen Moore

    Karen Moore

    August 29, 2026

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