Snorkeling Channel Islands

Crystal clear waters, corals, crabs, fishes, and so much more!

Last updated: May 2024

  • $295/person (tour+transportation)

Description

Go to Santa Cruz Islands and dive into crystal clear water to see real ocean life. You can bring your own snorkeling gear or rent from an Island vendor. Dive at your own pace and enjoy the show. You will see a variety of marine life in the wild nature. Reconnect with the ocean and feel like you belong underwater!
Book your Ferry Here: Island Packers

Perfect for

For solo
For two
Outdoorsy
Challenging

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Itinerary

  1. Arrive at Island Packers Ferry dock for check-in an hour before your departure time
  2. Meet your Channel Islands Adventure Company guides just outside of the Island Packers building
  3. Board the Ferry and enjoy your ride (1-1.5 hours)
  4. Meet your guides on the island
  5. Get your gear and safety instructions
  6. Enjoy your tour/snorkeling experience (3 hours)
  7. Spend the rest of the day on the beach
  8. Get picked up by the ferry
  9. Enjoy your ride back to the Island Packers Ferry Dock (1-1.5 hours)

Location& Hours

Channel Islands Adventure Company, Santa Cruz Island, CA

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Working Hours

Mon 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tue 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wed 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thu 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sat 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Packing List

  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Waterproof bag

 4.9  ● Google reviews

  • Lilly Michelakis

    2 months ago

    Book it!! We had an amazing adventure kayaking the sea caves of Santa Cruz Island. Our tour guide Alex was very knowledgeable and was a great! The company is well equipped and has everything you need for the tour. We rode tandem kayaks and felt very safe and prepared. We saw so much wildlife and beautiful scenery. We definitely recommend this tour!!

  • Mary Serino

    4 months ago

    We did the Discovery tour which gave us a great balance of time on the water and time on the island as we were only there for a day trip. Our guide Andre was wonderful! His enthusiasm and positivity was infectious. His communication was direct, humorous and so pleasant to listen to. He made everyone feel comfortable no matter what their experience level was. He is truly an asset to your company!

  • Dan C.

    3 months ago

    5-31-2026 We did the ultimate tour with Chuck as our guide. It was a wild day wavewise so Chuck did not take us in all the caves for safety reasons. It was a strenuous but rewarding day.

  • Karla Mendez

    9 months ago

    We did the 3 hour adventure kayaking experience. Guide was lovely and gave us a lot of interesting facts about the wildlife and plant life. Enjoyed the caves. All felt safe and well planned.

  • Nina Zhao

    a year ago

    Jo, our kayak guide, was so knowledgeable and friendly and made our first sea kayaking experience very enjoyable. We came to this tour prepared to go home cold and soggy in our own cotton clothes because we didn’t think to bring a towel, but the Channel Islands Adventure Co actually provided wetsuits and a spray jacket and a helmet (and of course a PFD) for all kayakers! They clean the wetsuits in between uses and everything seemed well organized and efficient.
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