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!

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

If you are looking for something unique and fun. This is an amazing ride through Oxnards Mandalay…read moreBay canals. We had the best time ever our gondolier Robert even serenaded us with his guitar!!! This hour was just magical

I went thinking it would be boring, but this was the best boat type of thing of my life. This guy…read morewas so nice to talk to as well. Thank you

What a beautiful experience! Nothing beats a sunset ride as the sun goes down and the lights come…read moreon. The glow of all the swans and dragons floating across the harbor, illuminating our experience, feels like the Disney light parade on water. What an asset to the harbor mall. We are floating away feeling so extremely blessed.

This place randomly decides to close when they don't want to serve customers anymore. Website…read morehours are NOT accurate to what they actually offer. My kids were so disappointed when we arrived at like 6:15 and were told they were closed! Talk about lazy business! Will never return again. Do NOT recommend.

The brand new Blue cocktail cruiser boat is well designed. It is comfortable easy to navigate with…read moreBluetooth music and mapping to help guide your way around the harbor. dogs are welcome! Brad was very friendly and helpful with the booking reservation. We will definitely be back again.

We had the best day out on the water with the girls. Before setting sail, we decorated our boat,…read morepacked our favorite snacks, and connected our playlist to the boat's Bluetooth sound system. Those little touches made the day feel extra special and so much fun. If you're looking for a fun and unique girls' day idea, I highly recommend Ventura Electric Boat Rentals for your next outing!

Our family of four had a blast on the jet skis! We were guided by the most helpful guide who took…read moresome pretty epic videos of us and shared them with us at the end of the adventure. The 60 minute experience was perfect. They don't count the time discussing dos and don'ts nor the time exiting and entering the harbor. You get a solid hour cutting lose on the ocean waters. We loved our time together as a family and felt very safe and adventurous. We felt the need for speed and it was fulfilled. Bring cash to tip at the end. You will want to tip them. They're that good!

A great Jetski rental experience. Hunter took us out into the open ocean where we were really able…read moreto make some waves! His video clips were a nice touch and much appreciated, too. Highly recommended!

We absolutely enjoyed yesterday sunset with my friends and kids!!! Dan is amazing captain and a…read morehost!!! Grateful from the bottom of our hearts

We had an amazing time with Capt. Dan in Oxnard and out on the ocean. He entertained us with tales…read moreof his ocean adventures and his life on land. The boat is lovely and our group of 5 had an amazing time out on the water. We were very fortunate and got to cruise with a pod of dolphins for 45 minutes. I cannot recommend him highly enough. I will definitely be seeking out the Captain next time I'm in town.

Cruisin' for a Bruisin'…read more The only way to get to Channel Islands National Park is by boat. And, unless you're Captain Stubing, Jr. and own your own vessel, then Island Packer Cruises is the official partner of the NPS to transport visitors between the mainland and the island. The Good: * Currently offering services to Anacapa Island, Santa Cruz Island, Santa Rosa Island, and San Miguel Island. * Staff was friendly and helpful based on the minimal interactions we had with them. * Covered and uncovered seating on the boats, but you'll want to bring a hat regardless. * If you're lucky, you'll spot some dolphins and/or whales along the way. * Manage bookings online through their website. * They do send out emails updating you on the weather status and such in case there might be a chance of cancellations. * Prices vary depending on what you want to do, but they range from $15 per person to several hundred per person for 12-hour cruises. The average is probably around $70-100 each, though, which isn't bad for a round trip. * They do have a snack bar complete with beers on tap on the boat, so if you need some extra goodies to take along with you, now is your chance. I'm sure the prices are obscene, but you're in the middle of the ocean; you pay or you don't. The Meh: * They noodge you for tips on the way out. Listen, I get it. Times are tough, but maybe raise prices a touch instead of noodging customers for remuneration. The Ugly: * No service currently to Santa Barbara Island due to dock damage. * If you are visiting during the storm season, then there's a very good chance your trip might get canceled, at which point you can choose to get a refund or take a credit for a future trip. This happened to us this past December, but luckily we're only a few hours away, so it wasn't a big deal to rebook for this summer. Conclusion: The only way to the Channel Islands and it's a fun ride. Book it!

This was an amazing ferry and crew! Laura, Marc, Danny and Felisha were listed as crew. We stopped…read moreonce on the way to Santa Cruz Island as we saw a breach whale. Amazing to witness. Santa Cruz Island was beautiful. The air here is pristine. I felt sick when I woke up with a headache and a little weird on the ship but the second I stepped onto that island the fresh air took me to 100%, and I was totally fine on the way back. We hiked the trail to the right as you get off and had amazing views at the top. Unfortunately it was difficult to get a reservation to be able to go, stay a few hours and leave on another ship. Everything was booked like 2 weeks out. The only availability was a boat in that arrived late because we stopped for the whale (worth it!) at 3:45, and we had to board to get back on at 4:30. Wish we had more time, but it was worth the trip. They must be a popular ferry because it's difficult to book what you want unless you book way in advance. The ferry stopped again on the way back to Ventura to pick up a balloon so the dolphins don't eat it, and when we took off again a pod of dolphins were surfing in the waves from our boat... SO COOL!!! Some of them right next to the boat. We would definitely use this company again, maybe book in advance next time we travel here, but we would try to see another island next time. An excellent experience.