The Steps:

1-Pick your trip
2-Pick your date
3-Book it Online
4-Fill out Trip Info
5-Or by phone
6-Agree to Policies
7-Confirmation Email
8-Get Stoked!

Getting There

Most Anacapa Island trips begin by meeting at the ferry (Island Packers) in the Oxnard Harbor on the morning of your trip. You will meet your guide here and load the ferry the Vanguard.

The channel crossing takes a little less than an hour depending on the sea conditions and wildlife we encounter along the way. Santa Barbara Channel waters are rich with marine life -- dolphins and sea lions abound. In the spring and fall, migrating whales are frequently spotted during our crossing to the island.

Directions to Oxnard Harbor
(you will get these in your confirmation packet)

The Guided Tour

Turn any scheduled Anacapa Island Tour into two days of guided kayaking around the East and Middle Anacapa Island! You'll experience everything found on the One Day tour on your first day. Spend day two exploring more sea caves and kayaking around the south side of the island and hopefully make it to Frenchys cove for lunch. Camp the night in Anacapa's small campground with 360 degree views of the Pacific Ocean.

The multi day trips allow you to not only get away from every day life a little longer, it allows you to see more of Anacapa Island. In addition to multiple days of kayaking tours, self-led hikes and snorkeling opportunities are sure to be rewarding!

We'll begin our first day's kayaking tour as soon as we arrive at the island and unload all of our gear from the ferry. After our first day of kayaking we hike approximately a 1/2 mile to the top of East Anacapa Valley, where you will stay the night in your own campsite, in the National Park campground. Pit bathrooms are provided, along with a picnic table at each site. There are no campfires allowed and cooking is typically done with gas camping stoves. Take the evening hike to Inspiration Point for a spectacular sunset of the Channel Islands!

Day two brings more kayaking. Explore more caves around Arch Rock, visit the south side of East Anacapa, re-visit cathedral cove, and spend more time checking out the local wildlife from your kayak! More self-led hiking and snorkeling and relaxation are possible in the afternoon before boarding the Island Packer's ferry for the trip to the mainland.

On this tour Paddle Sports provides...

• Ferry Transportation
• Professional Guide
• Wetsuits, Paddle Jackets, Life Jackets, Helmets
• Sit-on-top Ocean Kayaks, paddles, backrests
  

Maps, Weather and Rules

Camping Rules and Regulations

Ancapa Island Map

Map of the Santa Barbara Channel

Weather Forecast for Channel Islands

Calendar

Pricing...

*Did you know you can book and pay for this trip ONLINE?

Notes:
(1) 2 Person minimum on this trip. If you are a party of one, you must call and reserve a space on a trip with 2 or more people.
(2) NPS Campsites are under a Paddle Sports reservation. 6 people, 2 tents per site max. No campfires. Alcohol is permitted for responsible campers. Quiet hours are at 10:00pm every night, but the beach is a short walk from the camping area for those of you wanting to enjoy the island past 10pm. All trash must be carried out, so please plan accordingly.
(3) Second day of kayaking is subject to current island conditions. Summer conditions at the islands allow for very calm morning paddling. Expect fog and unbelievably calm seas.
(4) Third day of kayaking is subject to available spaces on Scorpion Caves and Coves Tour.
(5) Paddle Sports is not licensed to guide snorkeling. We can, however, suggest some amazing spots where you can look at the crystal clear wilderness below your kayak or on your own time from the beach.
(6) Camping gear includes: Cooking equipment for 6 (plates, cups, bowls, etc.), frying pans, boiling pots, 2-burner propane stove, 5-gallon propane tank, propane lantern that extends from propane tank, lighter, bio-degradable soap, sponge, and trash bags. Paddle Sports does not cook your food.