Santa Barbara Kayak Rental: High-End Gear
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35 Ratings
Santa Barbara
Experience the best kayak and paddleboard adventure in Santa Barbara with our high-end gear and friendly tour guides. Book your rental today!
Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Interested in renting a Kayak or SUP in Santa Barbara? Come stand up paddle or kayak at our downtown location. This is the newest beach rental stand in Santa Barbara located on the sand just to the right of the pier. Easy entry into the water with a kayak or sup as there are no waves to battle from this location making it easy and fun for the entire family. The best part, you can get to the open ocean if you like within minutes and to the buoys that are always covered with seals.

Please note: You must know how to swim in order to rent with us. There is a high probability that you won’t have to swim or be submerged in the ocean but as a safety precaution, we ask that everyone renting from us knows how to swim.

Points of Interest

  • 45 W Cabrillo Blvd
What's Included
  • Life Vests or PFDs
  • Kayak or Paddle Board
  • Paddles
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

At West Beach, we’re the only rental and tour company, passionately providing the simplest kayak and paddleboard experience in Santa Barbara. We keep our stock current with the most premium kayak and paddleboard equipment available. Above all, our affable tour guides and beach personnel are always ready to answer your queries as they help guide you and your loved ones into your sea escapade!

Location
45 W Cabrillo Blvd
West Cabrillo Boulevard
You'll find us on the sand of West Beach directly across from the Harbor View Inn Hotel. We're just north of the Pier/Stearn's Warf on the sand of West Beach. You'll see our gear next to a white shed, blue flags, and a blue tent.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(35 Ratings)
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303sunnieg
Mar 12, 2024
Kayaking lesson - Noah was amazing! He received rave reviews from my granddaughters. We will definitely ask for Noah the next time we visit Santa Barbara. Thank you Noah for an amazing kayaking lesson.
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M9373bvjackn
Jun 22, 2023
Amazing - Rachel was amazing. She gave us really good tips on what to do! Very personable and easy to relate too. Definitely coming back!
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Alexacongrove
Feb 21, 2023
Wouldn't miss this - Loved paddle boarding around Santa Barbra, the tour guide was definitely my favorite part of the whole experience. We got to see sea lions and star fish. 10/10 recommend.
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E6750wramandaj
Feb 21, 2023
Amazing! - My friends and I rented the paddle boards for the afternoon! It was a wonderful, experience. The employees were kind and helpful. We saw some wildlife and had a lot of fun experiencing the ocean waves!
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Rachjean_0303
Feb 21, 2023
Wonderful experience - Absolutely amazing experience! The staff were amazing and very helpful, I really enjoyed getting to paddle board around beautiful areas with some friends!
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Mzicker
Feb 21, 2023
Incredible way to spend an afternoon in Santa Barbara! - Everything was neat and organized, the staff was friendly and answered all our questions. Amazing tour guide, very knowledgeable about the area. Saw sea lions, starfish, sea urchins, and more during our time paddle boarding. I cannot wait to go back and visit again soon!
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Jeffwz9427mx
Oct 23, 2022
Amazing experience - Loved the ease of booking and free style “hands off” kayaking! I booked a kayak for two and had a blast going out into the waters. My gf never kayaked before and was able to venture out to where the sea lions rest past the wharf. We felt safe even with passing ships. The pelicans were a surprise sight to see and easily moved out the way as we passed by. Great experience, will definitely book again!
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Happyhbgirl
Oct 15, 2022
AWESOME AFTERNOON - We rented the tandem kayak and had a great afternoon enjoying the water! The rental stand was right on the beach and walking distance from our hotel. We were greeted by two very nice staff members and given great service. We will definitely be renting this again on our next trip!
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Alison
Jun 29, 2022
Fabulous! - Such an awesome afternoon kayaking. Lindsay was super helpful and friendly and made it a lovely experience for our family. Definitely recommend.
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E4446ugannak
Jun 30, 2023
Solid - Friendly, responsive service but the board wasn’t the one I wanted. Given the price, I was hoping for something a bit sportier!
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