Kayaking and Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Santa Barbara is a prime spot for kayaking and stand up paddle boarding (SUP). Many of our local beaches offer calm conditions with cool views of the coast and wildlife.  

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Rentals, Lessons, and Tours:

Paddle Sports Center (Channel Islands Outfitters)
Kayak, SUP, and surfboard, boogieboard, wetsuit rentals
Located on the Harbor and at Goleta Beach. Rental costs range from $15-$30 per hour. They also have an Adventure Co-op where members receive discounts on rentals and gear purchases. 

SB Adventure Company
SUP, surf, kayak rentals, lessons, tours, and group events  
Located downtown SB, they offer kayak and SUP tours around the mainland and at the Channel Islands!

Stand Up Paddle Sports 
SUP rentals, lessons, tours, and group events
Located downtown SB. Rental costs range from $20 -$75 and lessons are $50-$75 per person. They also offer gear delivery.  

Santa Barbara Sailing Center
Kayak and SUP rentals and tours
Located on the Harbor next to the launch ramp. Rental prices range from $10-$30 per hour. Tours are $40-$50 per person. 

Santa Barbara Fitness Tours
SUP, surf, kayak rentals, lessons, tours, and group events
Located downtown SB - tours and rentals are at West Beach and Butterfly Beach. They also deliver gear to Refugio State Beach and El Capitan Beach.