Mike is the BEST! He gave my grandson Bash and me an unforgettable kayaking experience. He made…read moresure we felt safe and comfortable the entire time, and we had such an amazing adventure together! I highly recommend booking a kayaking adventure with Mike and this incredible business. You won't be disappointed!

I want to say my friend and I had so much fun kayaking in the harbor. It was so peaceful and…read morebeautiful out in Channel Islands harbor today.

Amazing experience So much fun and a reasonable price…read more Call ahead and reserve as they do sell out fast

Hopper boat rentals have an amazing crew! Super friendly! My family and I have had nothing but a…read moregreat experience. My go to place for fun time around the harbor!

Had the most amazing time out in the sun at the Oxnard harbor. Rented kayak for one hour and…read moreexplored the marina with my partner in crime! Very dog friendly and check-in process is VERY fast and easy! Highly recommend for a fun summer activity

Don't count on them for kayak rentals. I had organized a 3 day trip to go kayaking out of Scorpion…read more Was bringing my personal kayak and then renting one until I received a call the night before we took off telling me the conditions weren't any good with 7 ft swell and 25mph gusts forecasted. I was told the only window would be for arrival day which I had already booked a tour so I was advised to not bring my personal kayak. Huge mistake! Second day and there was a little wind but not too bad, bit of a swell but plenty of kayaking to be had without caves. All the boats and tours went out all day. I had called the Kayak Center to see if they could send two singles out for next morning for us as there was still room on boat. I was told there was no way they would send out any kayaks due to the conditions and swell and out of safety. The guy kept going on and on about what happens when you go around a bend. It was ridiculous as I kept telling him I know exactly what happens. No matter how many times I told him that I am a very experienced paddler, certified rescue diver, live in Laguna, and am on ocean about 3 days/week and understand ocean conditions and forecasts, the guy wouldn't hear it. I have my own RIB with a 50hp motor I take out all the time. I'm not a newbie. What really got me was they ended up sending out several kayaks for other people in the morning boat yet nothing for us. I asked him why was he not letting us have any and he then started back peddling saying those people signed waivers about not taking kayak for that day. The kayaks they delivered weren't going to be used until next day. What a lie that was. You couldn't have asked for a calmer more gorgeous day to be on water which again, every boat was including the kayaks they had taken over on ferry. I've kayaked scorpion several times when I used to frequent islands on private boat. This time was much different and a lot of coordination going into it. After much work, I had 3 days planned out with my daughter, 17, and also an experienced paddler, surfer, and certified advanced diver. Our trip was ruined because of these guys. I can guarantee if I had been a male, there wouldn't have been any problems. Instead we got to sit on the beach and watch all the kayakers enjoy a gorgeous glassy day on the water with no way to get out ourselves. Profilers.

Great place to walk. Has a many restaurants, coffee shop and a museum. Probably third favorite…read moreplace to walk in Oxnard. Could use some remodeling in sone areas for sure. The area were Honey Cup and Waterside are is well kept. I love the Farmers Market here on Sundays. Often walk over from my bf's place which is about a 40 minute walk. We don't mind it. So has much potential! Def need more night life options :)

Very nice harbor, seems very safe and lots of great places to enjoy ! We spent the day here and…read moreabsolutely loved it !

My husband and I booked the EPIC (an accurate description) Sea Caves tour and what an incredible…read moreexperience it was! There were so many great moments and high points, including a playful pod of dolphins that leaped in and out of the boat's wake (and alongside us); kayaking among a large nursery of leopard sharks, both babies and adults; in one of the sea caves, the phosphorescence was lit up like a bright neon blue light along one wall of the cavern; and finally, snorkeling in a gorgeous kelp forest was beyond words! SO many fish (and one seal that sped by us like a bullet train). Our deepest gratitude to the crew, Roger, Cameron and Cooper for their kindness, humor and far-ranging knowledge of marine and island life. It's plain to see they love what they do and we were lucky to be a part of it.

If you're thinking about taking this tour just do it! From the moment you arrive these guys treat…read moreyou like your best friend visiting the islands for the first time. They show you all the cool stuff answer all your questions. It's been a few days and we're already missing them! They are truly lovely to chat with. When it was time to hit the activities they went to work showing their skills and knowledge. FYI we're vegetarian and the lunch was lovely- so make sure you order that too! Thanks Captain Dan and crew! It was a bucket list day we won't forget!

Booked a whale watching trip for the family on a weekday. The boat was half empty, it was not…read morecrowded at all. They had food and drinks on board to purchase. We tried the breakfast burrito and it was okay, not anything great. That's not surprising. The boat was decent, not rundown or dirty. Just getting a little older. Bathrooms were available on board. Service was good. We saw some finback whales, a sun fish and a lot of dolphins. It was pretty overcast and gray when we started. But the sun came out eventually.

We went out on the Speed Twin. This one is good for nullifying the choppy water (and it was). We…read moredid the half day. The deck hands were flying around the boat helping everyone. That was great. It was $115 per person and $40 for the rod, reel, and bait rental. Well worth it. We came home with about 12 lbs of fillets. Mostly ocean white fish. Some bass and sculpin. Will definitely go out again. Good job, guys!

Very enjoyable! Luckily, the dolphins put on a remarkable show for us! It was interesting to hear…read morefacts and see islands. A larger boat would be fantastic in the future!

Captain Charlie is awesome! He gave us a great boat ride on the Whisper. We had guests who were new…read moreto the Santa Barbara area and he made them feel so comfortable. He is very knowledgeable about the area and provided a superior experience! Thank you for giving us such a great boat ride! Ps. Highly recommend getting the sunset time. It is beautiful out there

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!

We used Island Packers to go on their Anacapa Island boat tour where they take you around the North…read moreshore of Anacapa Island. As this is one of the only ways you can experience Channel Islands National Park and we were on a time crunch, I felt the 3 hour boat tour was our best option (they offer other Channel Islands exploration options as well). Our guides were amazing and they did a great job of pointing out wildlife and when we got to Anacapa, Felicia was really informative. My husband and I really enjoyed our time on the boat!

It was a great experience on the boat ride with Island Packers. It was easy to park, easy to…read morecheck-in, and the 3.5hr was super fun. We did not see whales, but we saw a pack of over a dozen dolphins and they swam super fast with us on the boat. We had a great time.

Holy moly what can I say....? Captain Sean far surpassed my expectations, he is literally a…read moremachine. He saved me from my office prison for the last 3 days and it was by far the best experience of my life. We had so many premium spots to anchor in, it was like a private resort. We went diving, snorkeling, kayaking, spear fishing, you name it. You better believe I am coming back to Sean for round 2. Captain Sean thank you!!!

We chartered a memorial at sea with Captain Sean and he was so kind and compassionate. He was very…read moresensitive to our families event and made the time enjoyable and personable. He was very easy to work with to book the sailing journey. We highly recommend Captain Sean and Channel Islands Charter!