Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours - KAYAK for as little as $35.00 (group discounts available - 10 or more). Captain Jacks Santa Barbara Tours conducts guided 2 hr. kayak tours of the Santa Barbara Harbor at 10:30 & 1:30 every day. Experience California's most beautiful harbor on this fun and easy tour. Our professionally guided tour includes a kayak lesson/briefing, all kayak gear and paddles. This tour is the perfect introduction to kayaking and is fun for the entire family. Your tour starts at the boat launch, winds through the harbor, under Stearns Wharf, and out to the one mile buoy. Chances are good the locals will show up to greet you. Dolphin, California sea lions, and harbor seals may cruise by to say hello. Individual tours cost $65.00.
Individual tours cost $65.00.
*Individual Kayak lesson/tour costs $60.00 per hour.

This may well be the closest to "heaven" you will ever get...in this lifetime. Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours is proud to offer our newest and most breathtaking tour ever. This tour combines an OCEAN KAYAK TOUR at the beautiful and famous "smugglers cove" ( Refugio Beach) in the morning, where chances are good that the locals will show up to greet you. Dolphins, California sea lions, harbor seal, and the migratory Grey Whale may cruise by (in the distance) to say hello. Next, you'll be transported to a secluded resort nestled between a babbling brook and evergreen sycamore trees where you'll enjoy a delicious lunch (lunch not included in price). After lunch, back into the transport, and off to one of the most breathtaking, scenic GUIDED HORSEBACK RIDES on earth. This ride features spectacular oceans views throughout the ride. Find out why President Ronald Reagan, Michael Jackson, and Brad Pitt, having the ability to live anywhere in the world, chose California 's Central Coast to call their home. Spend the day with Captain Jack, and you too will see why Captain Jack calls this tour the "Heaven on Earth Tour".

HEAVEN ON EARTH KAYAK/HORSEBACK RIDE TOUR INCLUDES:

• Transportation (pick up spots throughout the Santa Barbara area)
• 2 person Pelican ocean kayak & all required gear
• Fun introduction kayak lesson/briefing (kayak knowledge and special athletic ability NOT required)
• Round trip transportation
• Scenic guided horseback ride (no previous riding experience required, must be 7 years old)
• All California Park and Recreation fees
• Professional, knowledgeable, and courteous guides

Your spirit will soar as you glide through the air and fly like a bird. "Above" the clouds and "beyond" your wildest dreams, this thrilling engineless ride will be a magical experience you will never forget. Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours is proud to offer this unique adventure to the visitors of the Central Coast. The Santa Ynez Valley is one of the most picturesque gliding areas in the country. It's surrounded on three sides by mountainous national forests with sparkling "Lake Cachuma" nestled in the center, and is dotted with world class vineyards, horse ranches and magnificent estates.

Your day will begin with a beautiful 2 hr kayak tour of the Santa Barbara Harbor (no previous experience needed). Our professionally guided tour includes a kayak lesson/briefing, all kayak gear and paddles. This tour is the perfect introduction to kayaking and is fun for the entire family. Your tour starts at the boat launch, winds through the harbor, under Stearns Wharf, and out to the one mile buoy. Chances are good the locals will show up to greet you. Dolphin, California sea lions, and harbor seals may cruise by to say hello.

Next you'll be escorted to Santa Barbara's wine country, the Santa Ynez Valley. There you will experience our "Scenic Flight" as you and your FAA certified pilot climb to 2500 ft. above the lower ridges of the Santa Ynez Coastal Mountain Range. You'll see lake Cachuma, the Santa Barbara Coastline, and by special request, the Reagan Ranch. Your 2nd stop will be to enjoy lunch at the area's most famous restaurant "Cold Spring Tavern". Built in the 1860's "The Tavern" was originally a "STAGE COACH STOP". A historical must see and some good eatin' too! In addition to delicious sandwiches, salad & soups, "The Tavern" offers Buffalo Burgers, Venison Steak Sandwiches, and many other interesting choices…too much fun! (price of lunch not included).

Then, the finish to a perfect day, wine tasting as you review the day's activities. You'll visit two of the region's top wineries for wine tasting. Our first visit will be at the Gainey Vineyard which is surrounded by 85 acres of premium vineyards, rolling hills and gracious oaks. At this Spanish style tasting room you'll enjoy Gainey´s great wines and leave with a souvenir wine glass. At Gainey you will be given a tour of wine making at its finest.

GLIDER RIDE\KAYAK\WINE TASTING TOUR INCLUDES:

• Transportation (door to door service throughout the Santa Barbara area)
• 2 person Pelican ocean kayak & gear
• Fun introductory lesson/briefing (kayak knowledge and special athletic ability NOT required)
• Glider Ride with FAA certified pilot
• All wine tasting fees
• Souvenir wine glass
• Professional, knowledgeable and courteous guides

Get along little doggies & hold on to your hats! Experience the "Old West" of yesteryears…today. Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours is proud to offer this unique adventure to the visitors of the Central Coast. The Santa Ynez Valley is one of the most picturesque western horseback riding areas in the country. You'll ride through forest covered trails, surrounded by thousands of acres of the Los Padres National Forest. This rustic mountain setting makes you feel like you're worlds away from civilization. Riders for our guided trail rides must be at least 8 years old. Hand-lead rides for children 7 and under are also available. All riders receive personalized attention and instruction from our friendly Wranglers.

Your day will begin with a beautiful 2 hr kayak tour of the Santa Barbara Harbor (no previous experience needed). Our professionally guided tour includes a kayak lesson/briefing, all kayak gear and paddles. This tour is the perfect introduction to kayaking and is fun for the entire family. Your tour starts at the boat launch, winds through the harbor, under Stearns Wharf , and out to the one mile buoy. Chances are good the locals will show up to greet you. Dolphin, California sea lions, and harbor seals may cruise by to say hello.

Next, you'll be escorted to Santa Barbara 's wine country, the Santa Ynez Valley. There you will experience the rugged beauty of the west as you ride horseback through this historic area. Then you'll enjoy lunch at the area's most famous restaurant "Cold Spring Tavern". Built in the 1860's "The Tavern" was originally a "STAGE COACH STOP". A historical must see and some good eatin' too! In addition to delicious sandwiches, salad & soups, "The Tavern" offers Buffalo Burgers, Venison Steak Sandwiches, and many other interesting choices…too much fun! (lunch not included in price).

Then, the finish to a perfect day, wine tasting as you review the days activities. You'll visit two of the region's top wineries for wine tasting. Our first visit will be at the Gainey Vineyard which is surrounded by 85 acres of premium vineyards, rolling hills and gracious oaks. At this Spanish style tasting room you'll enjoy Gainey´s great wines and leave with a souvenir wine glass. At Gainey you will be given a tour of wine making at its finest . Then you'll be escorted back to Santa Barbara.

HORSEBACK RIDE/KAYAK/WINE TASTING TOUR INCLUDES:

• Transportation (door to door service throughout the Santa Barbara/Goleta Area)
• 2 person Pelican ocean kayak & gear
• Fun introductory kayak lesson/briefing (kayak knowledge and special athletic ability NOT required)
• All California Park and Recreation fees
• All wine tasting fee's
• Souvenir wine glasses
• Professional, knowledgeable, and courteous guides

A beautiful Harbor Kayak Tour. You'll experience California's most beautiful harbor on this fun and easy tour. Our professionally guided tour includes a kayak lesson/briefing, all kayak gear and paddles. This tour is the perfect introduction to kayaking and is fun for the entire family. Your tour starts at the boat launch, winds through the harbor, under Stearns Wharf, and out to the one mile buoy. Chances are good the locals will show up to greet you. Dolphin, California sea lions, and harbor seals may cruise by to say hello.

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A scenic horseback ride. The Santa Ynez Valley is one of the most picturesque western horseback riding areas in the country. You'll ride through forest covered trails, surrounded by thousands of acres of the Los Padres National Forest. This rustic mountain setting makes you feel like you're worlds away from civilization. All riders receive personalized attention and instruction from our friendly Wranglers.

Next, you'll enjoy lunch at the area's most famous restaurant "Cold Spring Tavern". Built in the 1860's "The Tavern" was originally a "STAGE COACH STOP". A historical must see and some good eatin' too! In addition to delicious sandwiches, salad & soups, "The Tavern" offers Buffalo Burgers, Venison Steak Sandwiches, and many other interesting choices…too much fun! (lunch not included in price).

After lunch you'll enjoy wine tasting at 2 of the following locations:

Giessinger Winery, Whitcraft Winery, Summerland Winery tasting room, Carr Vineyard, Santa Barbara Winery or Sterns Wharf Vintners.

Then, the perfect way to end your day in Santa Barbara. You'll experience a fun and exciting cruise. This 50' Catamaran offers 1400 square feet of deck space and the multi hull construction makes her comfortable, stable & safe. Your 2 hour cruise will provide the breathtaking views of “The Santa Barbara Riviera”. Light snacks and restrooms are on hand for your convenience.

Includes:

• Driver/Tour Guide
• Air Conditioned SUV
• 50' Catamaran Sailing Yacht
• Wine Tasting Fee's
• Kayak/All Kayaking Gear /Guide
or
• Scenic guided horseback ride

Note: Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours provides tandem (2 seat) kayak's on all tours. You may request a single (subject to availability).