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Santa Barbara, CaliforniaUnited States

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Santa Barbara, California United States

Explore Sea Caves by Kayak

Santa Barbara, CaliforniaUnited States

4 Days / 3 Nights
for Member Pricing

Explore Sea Caves by Kayak

Adventure calls with this guided sea-cave kayaking, snorkeling and hiking jaunt in the Channel Islands off the California coast.


About Your Trip

On this DreamTrip to Santa Barbara, California, spend a full day at Channel Islands National Park, an area known for some of the most fascinating sea caves in the world. Along the way, learn about the area’s marine ecology and natural history. You may even encounter native wildlife such as whales, dolphins, seals or sea lions.

The adventure begins with transportation to Ventura Harbor and then a ferry ride to Scorpion Anchorage on Santa Cruz Island. Kayak with a guide through sea caves and along the coast, stopping to snorkel before returning to the beach for lunch. Afterward, hike, snorkel or both. You’ll also have a day at leisure to explore charming Santa Barbara.

What we love:

• The historic Hyatt Santa Barbara, built in the 1930s in Spanish Colonial style, sits across the street from East Beach and the Pacific Ocean.
• The hotel’s Marbella restaurant specializes in Spanish cuisine made with locally sourced produce and seafood, and features spectacular ocean views.
• The 96-square-mile Santa Cruz Island is like California in miniature: It boasts two mountain ranges, a central valley/fault system, deep canyons with year-round springs and streams, and 77 miles of coastline cliffs, sea caves, tide pools and beaches.

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This trip will close by September 14.
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What's Included

• 4 days and 3 nights in Santa Barbara, California, United States.
• 3 breakfasts and 1 lunch.
• Full-day Channel Islands sea-cave kayaking adventure; transportation, guides, gear, lunch, water refills, gratuities and taxes included.
• Daily access to the hotel’s ocean-view StayFit™ gym.
• 25 percent discount at Marbella and Mar Vista restaurants.
• Resort fees.
• An In-destination Support team member will be provided on this trip. Their goal is to ensure you have a great DreamTrips™ experience from landing to liftoff. They host a welcome reception on arrival day, attend scheduled activities throughout the trip, notify the group of itinerary updates and more.

See itinerary for more information.
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Destination

Situated on the central California coast, sunny Santa Barbara has earned the nickname “the American Riviera” because of its similarity to the Mediterranean in terms of geography and climate. Evidence of human habitation of the Santa Barbara area goes back at least 13,000 years, and it was populated by Chumash Indians at the time of the first European explorations.

Each Santa Barbara neighborhood holds distinctive charms. For example, the Waterfront area buzzes with sightseers, restaurants and shops, while the Mesa boasts stunning beaches and open spaces. The Spanish Colonial Revival and Mission Revival styles dominate architecturally, and you’ll also see Victorian homes and cozy California bungalows. This tourist-friendly city features major attractions such as Old Mission Santa Barbara, a Franciscan mission founded in 1786; and Stearns Wharf, a harbor pier with outstanding views. 
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Platinum Inclusions

This DreamTrip to Santa Barbara features a Platinum perk of US$175 in credit* per room to be used at the Marbella and/or Mar Vista restaurants (credit is US$175 total, whether used at one or both restaurants). Life is good when you’re a Platinum Member.

*You get one (1) US$175 credit per Platinum Member room, and the credit is available for use on this DreamTrip only. Credit is not transferable, has no commercial value, is not subject to refund or credit after the stay and cannot be redeemed for cash.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Check into the hotel any time after 4 p.m.
3-6 p.m.: Welcome table in hotel lobby.
7-8 p.m.: Welcome reception at the hotel.

Day 2

Full-day Channel Islands sea-caves kayaking adventure; transportation, guides, gear, lunch, water refills, taxes and gratuities included. See Additional Information for more details.
• 6:30 a.m.: Breakfast in the hotel at the Marbella Restaurant.
• 7 a.m.: Meet in hotel lobby for departure. Transport to Ventura Harbor. Introduction to sea kayaking. Release forms will be collected.
• 8 a.m.: Ferry departs for Scorpion Anchorage on Santa Cruz Island. Scorpion Anchorage is within a Marine Protected Area and also is part of the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary. No other area of the park has as many sea-cave kayaking opportunities.
• 9:15 a.m.: Arrive on island for introduction, instruction and gearing up.
• 10 a.m.: Guided kayaking through caves and along coast. Guides will discuss marine ecology and natural history. Optional team-building games, paddle challenges and snorkeling from kayaks.
• 1 p.m.: Return to beach for lunch. Chance to change clothes.
• 1:30 p.m.: Optional hiking and snorkeling.
• 4 p.m.: Ferry departs for Ventura Harbor.
• 5:15 p.m.: Arrive Ventura Harbor.
• 6 p.m.: Transport back to the hotel.

Day 3

• 6:30 - 11 a.m.: Breakfast in the hotel at the Marbella Restaurant.
A day at your leisure.

Day 4

• 6:30 - 11 a.m.: Breakfast in the hotel at the Marbella Restaurant.
Check out by noon.

Itinerary subject to change.


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Hotel Details

Built in the 1930s and featuring a combination of Spanish Colonial influences and vibrant, modern colors and spaces, the historic Hyatt Santa Barbara is nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains. The hotel is close to downtown Santa Barbara and its shopping, dining and entertainment options.

Featured hotel amenities:
• 1 heated outdoor pool, 1 hot tub and 1 fitness center.
• 1 restaurant and 1 bar/lounge.
• Direct beach and bike path access. Bicycles are available for rental (not included in package).

Traditional guest-room accommodations with 1 king or 2 queen beds.
• Maximum occupancy 4 people.
• Hyatt Grand Beds.™
• 37-inch flat-screen TV.
• Complimentary refrigerator in room.
• Complimentary Wi-Fi in room. 

Check-in: 4 p.m.
Check-out: noon.
Minimum check-in age is 18.

Hyatt Santa Barbara
1111 East Cabrillo Boulevard
Santa Barbara, CA 93103, United States
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Additional Information

Adult and children’s pricing may vary depending on the travel date. Click on BOOK IT to see detailed pricing information. 

We base children’s pricing on their age at the time of travel. Their reservation has to be booked and paid for in order for you to check them in.

Please remember to book a reservation for everyone you’re bringing along on your DreamTrip before you travel. Otherwise, they’ll be charged the hotel’s prevailing rate, not the trip price.

Parking at the hotel is not included. Parking is 100% valet and costs $28 overnight, $10 for day use.

Gratuities are not included. Suggested: US$2 a day per guest room for housekeeping, and US$3 per item for porterage.

Full-day Channel Islands sea-kayaking adventure:
• Dangerous conditions may exist at any time of the year, and sea-cave exploration cannot be guaranteed.
• Each guest should arrive wearing a swimsuit, synthetic shirt and water shoes, and bring along extra layers for the boat ride.
• Each guest should take a daypack with a 1-quart filled water bottle, a dry change of clothes and shoes for hiking, and any other needed personal items. Daypacks will be locked up while guests are kayaking.
• A liability waiver must be signed on-site by each guest to participate. A parent must sign for anyone under age 18.
• Guests under 12 years old must ride in a double kayak with an adult.
• The tour company will need your height and weight (for wetsuit sizing) as well as any dietary restrictions. Once the trip is booked, each member will be sent a form for providing this information.
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Transportation

Airfare is not included in the trip price! The closest commercial airports to the hotel are Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), 12 miles from the hotel, and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), 98 miles from the hotel. We highly recommend that you purchase travel insurance for any trip.

Make sure to arrange your own transfers between the airport and your hotel, as they’re not included in the trip price.
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Terms and Conditions

Cancellation Policy: If you cancel 91 days or more before your trip, you’ll get a refund less a fee of US$50. If you cancel between 46 and 90 days before your trip, you’ll get a refund less a fee of US$100. If you cancel within 45 days of your trip, your trip will not be refunded. All fees are on a per-person basis.

Name Change Policy:
 If you change any name(s) on your booking 45 days or more before the start date of your trip, there will be no fee for the name change(s). If you change any name(s) on your booking 44 to 31 days before the start date of your trip, you’ll be charged a fee of US$50 per name change. Name changes are not permitted within 30 days of the start date of your trip.

Members can’t combine DreamTrips™ Points. Your membership level determines the maximum amount of DreamTrips Points you can use. If you have more than 50 Rovia Bucks, you can apply them in the checkout process.

Contact Travel Support if you have special requests regarding bedding, meals or medical needs, or any other questions about this trip.

At the time of booking, you will see a page with your order number and trip cost. This is your confirmation. Please retain and bring this information with you on your trip.

Hotel/resort credits and/or discounts cannot be converted to cash, and any not used during your stay will expire immediately upon your departure.

In the unfortunate event that an activity or excursion is no longer available, we will substitute a similar activity of equal or greater value.

As always, make sure that your passport/visa is up-to-date before you leave! It’s very important to double check that you have all the necessary identification required for the specific country you’re traveling to. Keep in mind that many countries require passports and/or visas to be valid for a minimum of six months after the end date of the trip. 

Please note: Due to contractual supplier policies, we may not be able to confirm requested name or room changes to existing bookings for trips that are scheduled to travel within 30 days of your request.

Members with additional people in room, not booked prior to travel, will be charged the hotel’s prevailing rate, not the trip price.

Pricing shown is for each person, and is based on two adults per room.

Please don’t consider your change requests official until you receive a confirmation email from us.



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