Paddle Sports of Santa Barbara

Kayak Rentals

We have the largest and most complete kayak rental fleet on the central coast of California.

2007 Pricing Schedule for Kayak Rentals PDF

Whatever you are looking for Paddle Sports of Santa Barbara can help you! From single kayak rentals at one of our beach locations, to birthday parties and corporate functions, let us provide everything you need to enjoy our calm waters.

Two Rental Locations
Dockside in the Santa Barbara Harbor West Beach by Stearns Wharf
rental dock
rental beach

Available Year Round
Current Rental Hours- 10am - 5pm
(all kayaks must be returned by 6pm)

Current Beach Hours-11am-3pm Saturday & Sunday

Striving to make your rental experience more comfortable and enjoyable we have added NEW wetsuits, spray jackets and PFD's by Kokatat and Extrasport. Each year we refresh our rental fleet and accessories in the fall for those interested in getting a good deal on used gear. We have also expanded our rental fleet and added two floating docks at our harbor location.

We have a variety of specialty kayaks available for rent at our harbor location:

  • Kayak fishing craft
  • Rod-holders, Hi-back seat with lumbar support included.
  • Wilderness System Kaos
  • Tri-fin wave skis, from Wave Master and Island.
  • Kayaks for adaptive paddling
  • Touring kayaks, with dry bags, skirts and safety equipment.

Rental Requirements:

  • Any person who paddles or rides on any kayak must be able to swim!
  • Children between the ages of
    • 8-12 Must stay in harbor on a tandem accompanied by a parent.
    • 12-15 Must be accompanied by a parent on a tandem kayak.
    • 16-18 May paddle single kayaks if accompanied by a parent.
  • Closed deck kayaks can be rented by those who have completed an introductory sea kayak class or have equivalent experience

Kayak Rentals Include

  • Easy to use Sit-on-top kayaks
  • Life-Jackets
  • Paddles
  • Backrests

Rental Rates

Kayaks
2 hours
4 hours
24 hours
48 hours
1 week
Single Sit-On-Top
$20
$30
$40
$60
$150
Tandem Sit-On-Top
$30
$40
$50
$75
$175
Closed Deck Touring
$35
$45
$55
$80
$180
Surfboard
$30
$40
$48
$75
$150
Accessories    
24 hours
48 hours
1 week
Paddle Jackets    
$5
n/a
$30
Wetsuits    
$10
n/a
$40
Paddle    
$5
n/a
$20
Dry Bag    
$2
n/a
$10
Helmet    
$5
n/a
$15
           

Group Rates for 2007

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