TourTruth score 9.4 out of 10
Best Outdoor & Adventure Activities in Santa Barbara
30 tours ranked by TourTruth score (0–10), based on Viator and GetYourGuide ratings. How scores work
We compared 30 outdoor & adventure activities in Santa Barbara using 1,704 reviews on Viator and GetYourGuide. The highest scoring with at least 20 reviews is Santa Barbara Zipline Tour (9.4/10). Prices start at $15.39 and most cost between $85 and $160. A typical one lasts 2 hrs 10 min.
Top picks
Most reviewed
TourTruth score 9.3 out of 10
Santa Barbara Kayak Tour 90 min
460 reviews · $55 · 1 hr 30 min
Budget pick
TourTruth score 8.4 out of 10
Santa Barbara Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Board Rental 1 hr
45 reviews · $15
TourTruth score 9.4 out of 10
TourTruth score 9.3 out of 10
TourTruth score 9.0 out of 10
TourTruth score 9.0 out of 10
TourTruth score 8.5 out of 10
TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10
Santa Barbara Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour 3 hr
Top 25% · 3 hrs 15 min · 53 reviews
from $122
2 providers
TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10
TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10
Santa Barbara Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson 90 min
Top 28% · 1 hr 30 min · 26 reviews
from $85
1 provider
TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.8 out of 10
Santa Barbara Private Horseback Riding and Wine Tasting Tour 7 hr
Top 31% · 7 hrs · 15 reviews
from $590
2 providers
TourTruth score 7.7 out of 10
Santa Barbara Canyon Horseback Riding Tour 1.5 hr
Top 35% · 1 hr 30 min · 13 reviews
from $190
1 provider
Compare at a glance
| # | Tour | Score | Ratings by site | From | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Barbara Zipline Tour | TourTruth score 9.4 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (274) | $155 | 2 hrs |
| 2 | Santa Barbara Kayak Tour 90 min | TourTruth score 9.3 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (460) | $55 | 1 hr 30 min |
| 3 | Santa Barbara Private Surf Lesson 90 min | TourTruth score 9.0 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (103) | $85 | 1 hr 30 min |
| 4 | Santa Barbara High Ropes Adventure Course 2 hr | TourTruth score 9.0 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (167) · GetYourGuide 5.0★ (6) | $64 | 2 hrs |
| 5 | Santa Barbara Wildlife Kayak Tour 2 hr | TourTruth score 8.5 out of 10 | Viator 4.9★ (233) · GetYourGuide 4.9★ (45) | $55 | 2 hrs |
| 6 | Santa Barbara Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour 3 hr | TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10 | Viator 4.9★ (50) · GetYourGuide 5.0★ (3) | $122 | 3 hrs 15 min |
| 7 | Santa Barbara Sunset Kayak Tour 2 hr | TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10 | Viator 4.9★ (79) · GetYourGuide 4.7★ (26) | $89 | 2 hrs |
| 8 | Santa Barbara Surf Lesson with the Dude 3 hr | TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (19) | $125 | 3 hrs |
| 9 | Santa Barbara Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson 90 min | TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (26) | $85 | 1 hr 30 min |
| 10 | Santa Barbara Surfing Lessons 3 hr | TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10 | GetYourGuide 5.0★ (17) | $89 | 2 hrs |
Questions
What is the best outdoor & adventure activity in Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara Zipline Tour has the highest TourTruth score (9.4/10) of the 30 outdoor & adventure activities in Santa Barbara we compare among those with at least 20 reviews, from 274 reviews.
How much do outdoor & adventure activities in Santa Barbara cost?
Listed prices start at $15.39; the median is $105, and most cost between $85 and $160. Prices are the lowest listed price, usually per person; check the provider for your date.
How long are outdoor & adventure activities in Santa Barbara?
The median listed duration is 2 hrs 10 min.
Which outdoor & adventure activity in Santa Barbara has the most reviews?
Santa Barbara Kayak Tour 90 min, with 460 reviews and a TourTruth score of 9.3/10.
Scores compare each tour's ratings with all others on the same booking site and weight them by review count. How scores work · Same tour, different price on Viator and GetYourGuide