yesterday was my third time with Spectre. Three dives at different spots around Anacapa Island,…read moreeach dive better than the one before it. the crew was friendly and helpful as always. I will certainly go again.

My husband and I specifically drove to Ventura to dive with Cal Boat Diving aboard the Spectre. I…read morewill definitely dive with them again! The entire Spectre crew were awesome! They were highly organized, professional, efficient and safety was paramount to them. I hired a public dive master, Courtney, she was also amazing! There was plenty of communication from the crew, so I always felt confident and well taken care of. The ship had plenty of room to move around, 2 bathrooms and a nice size galley to eat and socialize in and of course the jacuzzi! We dove the Anacapa Islands specifically the kelp forest at Under Water Island dive site. It was beautiful!

Absolutely incredible Women's Dive Day hosted by Ventura Sport onboard of the Raptor…read more From start to finish, the event was a celebration of community, empowerment, and love for the ocean. The all-female crew was inspiring, super professional, welcoming, and clearly passionate about creating a space where women could connect, dive, and thrive together. We started with an energizing dive briefing and a introductions, they reminded us of all safety and rules, The conditions were perfect for diving, a little fog and overcast skies, calm water, great visibility, and the energy on board was unmatched. Between dives, we shared amazing food provided by the shop, laughed, and swapped stories. The raffle prizes were a fun bonus, and it was clear how much thought went into every detail. This wasn't just a dive trip for women, it was a statement, a celebration, and a reminder of what community can look like underwater and above. Huge thanks to Ventura Sport and Raptor Charters and every woman (and men) who made this event possible. Can't wait for the next one!

With it being lobster season my local dive shop was busy. I called ventura dive for a viz and fill…read moreon 5 tanks. They said if I dropped them off on Friday it would be completed the next Wendsday. I drove the 2 hour round trip and drop-off the tanks. The next week the shop called and said they would only have 2 done. I said not a problem. Wendsday at 11:45 I drove to pick up my tanks and the guy said 2 were done. I pointed out there was no nitrox or new viz sticker on them. To make it worse, my tanks are sitting at 0 psi. I now have drove 4 hours and wasted 5 days waiting for my tanks. They are at 0 psi. I'm worse off than when I started. Never trust this shop. Update: The owner called me and was not compassionate or kind about the staff's mistakes. Unfortunately he was the complete opposite of a kind business owner. To be nice I will leave it at that. I gave him the suggestion that he gets all his staff Certified to Viz. I took my tanks to a shop in Hollywood. After I told them what happened they are rushing to get my tanks done in two days so I can go on my dive. Here's the interesting part. The shop in Hollywood is $80 less.

Rachel is awesome! Super knowledgeable of the ocean, water, marine life, and history of the area…read more What a rad human being to have guiding the tour. As it turns out, all of the harbor seals, and sealions have names. We befriended one named Steve, he is much better at swimming than I am. He also taught me secret techniques to paddling. This one Pelican named Parry got into a barking match with some sealions, which is a fight he wasn't gonna win, let's be honest. Though I was hoping to see an M-A-N-A-T-E-E ... next time! If you're gonna go down on Haley street, where the dogs are easy and the sun is cheap, you never know just who you'll meet, on Haley. (But hopefully it's Rachel from the Santa Barbara Adventure Company, and you get her kayak tour; shout out!)

A heartfelt thank you to Santa Barbara Adventure Company for creating such a memorable birthday…read moreexperience for our daughter. From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. We had a fun ferry ride to the islands and even got to slow down to watch a large Sunfish (Mola Mola) snacking on some jellies. I recommend getting in line early to secure the best view seating on the ferry. Our kayak guides, Chuck and Adam, were exceptional--knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They made the entire trip both fun and informative, while ensuring we always felt safe and well cared for. We were fortunate to have perfect weather and warm water, which allowed us to explore all seven sea caves--many of which are inaccessible during high tide or rougher conditions. It made the experience even more special. Having lived in Santa Barbara for 22 years, this was my first time visiting the islands, and it was truly unforgettable. The pristine landscapes, abundant sea life, and even spotting several tiny island foxes while enjoying our picnic lunch, made it an unforgettable adventure. We can't wait to do it again--highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique and exceptional experience!

Did three dives in May off Anacapa island from the Spectre dive boat. It was great diving and my…read moreguide Matt was awesome. He showed me all sorts of amazing sea life and underwater curiosities at our dive sites. Highlights include giant lobsters, leopard sharks, humongous crabs, an old shipwreck, and large kelp forests! I'd highly recommend diving with DGCI, they made the whole experience very easy and fun!

From the owner: Dive Channel Islands offers a full-service scuba diving or snorkeling experience so that you can…read moreenjoy the pristine kelp forest and diverse marine life off the California coast. Our dive trips include the boat transfer to the islands, an experienced guide to show you three different dive spots and all snacks & meals. Full or Half Scuba Rentals can be added so all you have to do is book and show up.

Real Deal! Tony is…read morethe guy who will give you 100% of his attention. He is a pro in what he does! Besides the surfing lesson, Tony was hospitable and let my son take a shower at his office. On top of the great experience was a beautiful sunset

My husband and I called Tony, presumably the owner, shortly before coming in. Both of us are…read morebeginners and have been learning to surf. We called asking about longboards and Tony told us to come in and check out what he has. As soon as we walked in, I felt uncomfortable. He was looking me up and down and it felt he was already assessing my level of ability based on size. When we told Tony we were looking for boards he suggested soft top boards. Not a problem but we told him we had been learning on glass boards and preferred looking at those. He then proceeded to say "Oh! So you're popping up and riding waves? Wow. Not to sound like I'm better than you but most people who learn from non professionals are already doing 5/6 things wrong..." I then immediately walked out. Tony was extremely disrespectful and made my husband and I both uncomfortable. Do not recommend coming in at all. Highly would suggest not coming in if you are a woman of any larger build. Come on, Tony. Do better, please.