TourTruth score 9.3 out of 10
Best Water Sports & Activities in Santa Barbara
17 tours ranked by TourTruth score (0–10), based on Viator and GetYourGuide ratings. How scores work
We compared 17 water sports & activities in Santa Barbara using 1,220 reviews on Viator and GetYourGuide. The highest scoring with at least 20 reviews is Santa Barbara Kayak Tour 90 min (9.3/10). Prices start at $15.39 and most cost between $65 and $122. A typical one lasts 2 hrs.
Top picks
Best overall
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 9.3 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 7.6 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.1 out of 10
TourTruth score 7.0 out of 10
Compare at a glance
| # | Tour | Score | Ratings by site | From | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Barbara Kayak Tour 90 min | TourTruth score 9.3 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (460) | $55 | 1 hr 30 min |
| 2 | Santa Barbara Private Surf Lesson 90 min | TourTruth score 9.0 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (103) | $85 | 1 hr 30 min |
| 3 | 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 |
| 4 | 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 |
| 5 | 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 |
| 6 | Santa Barbara Surf Lesson with the Dude 3 hr | TourTruth score 8.0 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (19) | $125 | 3 hrs |
| 7 | Santa Barbara Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson 90 min | TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10 | Viator 5.0★ (26) | $85 | 1 hr 30 min |
| 8 | Santa Barbara Surfing Lessons 3 hr | TourTruth score 7.9 out of 10 | GetYourGuide 5.0★ (17) | $89 | 2 hrs |
| 9 | Santa Barbara Beginner Surf Lesson 1.5 hr | TourTruth score 7.6 out of 10 | GetYourGuide 4.7★ (23) | $95 | 1 hr 30 min |
| 10 | Santa Barbara Harbor Kayak Tour 1.5 hr | TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10 | GetYourGuide 4.7★ (10) | $65 | 1 hr 30 min |
Questions
What is the best water sports & activity in Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara Kayak Tour 90 min has the highest TourTruth score (9.3/10) of the 17 water sports & activities in Santa Barbara we compare among those with at least 20 reviews, from 460 reviews.
How much do water sports & activities in Santa Barbara cost?
Listed prices start at $15.39; the median is $89, and most cost between $65 and $122. Prices are the lowest listed price, usually per person; check the provider for your date.
How long are water sports & activities in Santa Barbara?
The median listed duration is 2 hrs.
Which water sports & 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