Erik was an awesome instructor and taught my whole family the fundamentals of surfing over the…read morecourse of two lessons. He was so knowledgable about all aspects of surfing and patient with us all. We were all able to get up in the first lesson because Erik was such a great teacher. I highly recommend Ventura Surf Lessons! You won't be disappointed.

We had three teens and one fun uncle (35) jump into surf lessons, and wow, what a highlight of the…read moretrip! Major, our instructor, was the best; super chill, encouraging, and made everyone feel like they could actually do this. He said he's heading up to NorCal later this week, so we're already sad we won't have him next time. He kicked things off with about 30 minutes onshore, rules, safety just learning the basics and getting our balance, then it was straight into the waves. And yes, everyone actually stood up and surfed! The kids thought they knew the ocean from boogie boarding, but this was a whole new level of fun. Lots of wipeouts, tons of laughs, and those "I can't believe I just did that" moments. Eric, the owner, was awesome too, quick with texts, super helpful with any little hiccups, and just made it all easy. Such a fun, unforgettable experience. Totally recommend if you want to add a little "surf's up!" to your vacation.

What a transcendental experience! Christian has every quality that you could hope for in a…read moreteacher. He's incredibly supportive, calm and patient- we were connected via radios in the helmets. Christian gave me beta just when I needed it. I was up on foil turning in circles- halfway thru the lesson- and almost overwhelmed by joy. Christian loves efoiling and his enthusiasm resonated with mine so much that i feel like we've been on the same team for years. The Lift efoil worked flawlessly-- it's the best in the market. Christian also provided a super safe environment, safety vest along with the helmet. For me this whole experience was such a dream come true -- words fail to illustrate the pure exhilaration- the glorying stoke has not worn off. Can't wait to get out and efoil some more. Thank you Christian!!!

Christian creates a comfortable and fun experience for all skill levels. I was impressed with his…read moreorganization and professionalism. Meeting at our planned location and time he had all the gear ready to go including helmet with two way hands free radio which makes for easy coaching. In very little time we were flying above the water in tandem. The feeling is like surfing on a jet powered magic carpet. He even managed to get some pictures of me riding and had drinks waiting when we were done. Couldn't have had more fun on such a serene marine morning. For those interested in trying this futuristic experience, I highly recommend Take flight water sports.

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.

What a wonderful and exciting excursion to the channel island national park!…read more Island Packers is the best and reliable way to get to your channel island destination! The ride was fairly calm getting to and from the island. Felt like we were in great hands the entire time. The ship is clean and well stocked with snacks and drinks for your purchase. They also seem to be very knowledgeable when it comes to the rare whale sightings that can happen. We got lucky when the Captain saw some whale activity near by and slowed down to show us. He dropped a lot of knowledge about the animals and their habits etc. So we scored a surprise marine life lesson too! Thank you! Island Packers also do whale watching excursions btw. Overall: I would and absolutely recommend Island Packers for your visit to Channel island national park or anything else they provide! Super friendly and professional service all the way.

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!

This place is good for anyone that wants basic, fun experiences with sailing but not as useful for…read morethose who want more serious and rigorous sailing skills and knowledge. Cheap but very slow. Some college kids (volunteers?) Instructing the lessons.."no kidding" It would really take years to get real sailing skills and certificates to enjoy sailing...LOL. I highly recommend though young kids try the summer camp programs there; kids would love it and be inspired for the ocean activities

This is the single best experience in the area. Learning to sail has been a lifelong dream, and the…read moreinstructors at Leo Robbins made that dream a reality. My wife and I took the Intro and Small Boat classes, and both were fantastic. A big 'hi' to John and Dave and the whole gang. They're all amazing.

Signed up for a group session with Julie a few weeks back and had a great time! She did great with…read morethe group it being the first time to wind sail on a stand up paddle board.

From the owner: Discover unforgettable adventures at Winged not Wired Watersports! As Ventura County's premier…read morefamily friendly watersports provider ages 3+, including pets, we invite you to explore the magic of the ocean. We specialize in creating safe & joyful experiences for families. For a unique tourist attraction or a memorable children's camp experience around Ventura County, join our splash paddle crew or rent our top-of-the-line equipment for your own aquatic escapade. Winged not Wired provides paddle lessons & introductions to families with kids ages 3 and older at Searbridge Marina. Seabridge Marina in Oxnard is the safest location in Channel Island Harbor do to the Sealions nesting at Hobie/kiddie Beach, that area is closed half the year to promote sealion mating & breeding. It is a sight for sure, but you will not be able to launch a paddle board or kayak from September through December usually and if they are dredging it is through February. In 2025 it was not open until April.

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.

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