Just off the coast of Southern California lies Santa Cruz Island, part of Channel Islands National Park. It’s an uninhabited island, no hotels or residences, only camp sites and island foxes. This is a great place for a day trip from Los Angeles and the surrounding areas to go exploring the sea caves on kayaks with Channel Islands Adventure Company. For outdoor enthusiasts seeking an unforgettable experience, kayaking around Santa Cruz Island in Channel Islands National Park is a must-do. In this blog post, we’ll explore the wonders that await paddlers in this Pacific paradise.
One of the West Coast’s Uninhabited Islands
To Get There
- Take the Island Packers Ferry from Ventura for one hour out to the island. We were lucky enough to spot a Blue Whale along the way and watch it dive down into the ocean! They are the largest animal to ever exist on our planet, this is including dinosaurs.
Book A Santa Cruz Kayaking Tour
Book the Adventure Sea Caves Kayak with Channel Islands Adventure Company. This tour is 4 hours and you’ll kayak 2.5-3 miles.
When To Go
June through August bring warm temperatures, calm seas, and longer daylight hours. This time of year is ideal for kayaking, snorkeling, and wildlife viewing, including whale watching.
Whale watching season is December through April.
Kayaking with Channel Islands Adventure Company
This trip begins at Scorpion Harbor, a rocky beach that is a world-class destination for diving, snorkeling, and kayaking because of easy beach access, clear ocean waters, nearby camping, and extensive kelp forests.
Channel Islands Adventure Company provides you with wetsuits and a guide to explore the sea caves around the island. This is a nice blend of relaxation paddling across the ocean, stopping to rest and hear more about the island and the extensive wildlife.
As you navigate the coastline, be prepared to encounter mesmerizing sea caves and natural archways carved into the island’s cliffs by centuries of tidal action. Guided tours often include stops at these geological wonders, allowing kayakers to explore these a lot closer than you would from a boat or land.
Kayaking around Santa Cruz Island in Channel Islands National Park offers a beautiful blend of natural beauty, wildlife encounters, and exploration. Paddle into the pristine waters, explore hidden coves, and let the magic of Santa Cruz Island unfold before you. Your kayaking adventure awaits in this coastal paradise.
More Channel Islands National Park Tours
- 2.5 hour Discovery Sea Caves Kayak Tour
- 3-4 hour Ultimate Sea Cave Kayaks Tour
- 1-1.5 hour Guided Snorkel Excursion
- 1.75-2.25 hour Snorkel & Sea Caves Kayak Tour
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