This boat ride around the marina and the ocean was great…read more Nice Captain, solid boat, no issues, basically calm seas and enough wind. Saw 50 dolphins due to the Captain knowing where to go. This is a great way to enjoy Santa Barbara for a small amount of money. Totally do it.

We had the most incredible experiences with Captain Martin -- seeing hundreds of dolphins swimming…read morealongside the boat, snorkeling and eating fresh seared scallops that he dove for at Santa Cruz Island, watching humpback whales breach dozens of times as we crossed the channel -- just amazing!! Fun and trustworthy captain who goes the extra mile to create memorable experiences.

Island Cats are awesome! Had a great experience taking my family out for a sunset outing on their…read more30' motor catamaran. The boat was extremely clean and well taken care of. We enjoyed stunning views of Santa Barbara and enjoyed a meal we brought along with us. If you are interested in diving, fishing, or even just a scenic outing. Island Cats are a fantastic operation. Captain Ian was extremely professional and made us feel safe and secure on the water. I would recommend Island Cats to anyone wanting to explore the waters of Santa Barbara!

Joel and Cooper, thanks for the great ride yesterday (03-31-2025) through the channel! You were the…read morefriendliest crew. The whales decided to take a day off, but sea lions and bottlenose dolphins swimming near and around the Sunfish was priceless! Choppy waters, Joel, you maneuvered with ease. It was a fun morning! I look forward to another chance to see the gray and humpback whales! Thank you for being the best crew! I hope to join you again! Book with Channel Islands Expeditions! I can't wait to experience one of your other adventure options.

Smooth training on how to do the work and easy layout on the boat. Food was delicious and…read moreaccommodating. I would reccomend this experience to those who are fascinated with the unusual, wildlife or history. The team/crew also had good communication between themselves or the passengers.

Me and my husband were married on the condor express 5.22.26 . The entire process was so smooth and…read morethe easiest decision choosing them for our venue . The crew were the absolute sweetest the boat was clean . The ride was so beautiful we would do it again and again if you want the most beautiful views the smoothest ride and the best crew condor express is your venue to tie the knot

From ticket purchase to on time departure and on board exceptional staff, this had the makings of a…read moregreat adventure! And boy oh boy did they deliver! We were drawn to their track record and knowledge of the area, and were delighted to see three different species of whales! After enjoying seals and sea lions and pelicans on the way out of the harbor, we next saw giant sun fish dining on jelly fish. A great start but what came next was truly astonishing. A massive pod of dolphins along with about 8 humpback whales, including a mother and baby, and countless sea birds having a feeding frenzy. Lots of breaches and photos of whale tails, and some of the whales surface fed and got close enough to the boat to see their barnacle "friends." We continued on and as we got further out, came upon a small group of blue whales AND fin whales, so were able to see the two biggest whale species on the planet. Again, good breaches and dives for whale tail views. It isn't guaranteed to see the amazing show we got today, but the crew knows what they are doing and where to go to give you your best shot at THE best whale watching experience you can imagine. A bonus was a drone operator on board who kept an eye on the blue whales from above so we knew exactly where to look as they started to surface. And then we got to see the drone video and it was spectacular to see the giant creature from that vantage point.

If you're thinking about taking this tour just do it! From the moment you arrive these guys treat…read moreyou like your best friend visiting the islands for the first time. They show you all the cool stuff answer all your questions. It's been a few days and we're already missing them! They are truly lovely to chat with. When it was time to hit the activities they went to work showing their skills and knowledge. FYI we're vegetarian and the lunch was lovely- so make sure you order that too! Thanks Captain Dan and crew! It was a bucket list day we won't forget!

Chartered the sunfish for a two hour sunset whale watching cruise last night and it was incredibly…read morefun!!!! Roger was a terrific captain. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and just all-around awesome. Cheyenne was terrific as well. My group of 10 could not have had a better time. We weren't even sure we would see whales and we saw tons of them and we saw about 100 dolphins and adorable sea lions and other fish just swimming around our boat. What a phenomenal experience! So highly recommended!!!

Rachel is awesome! Super knowledgeable of the ocean, water, marine life, and history of the area…read more What a rad human being to have guiding the tour. As it turns out, all of the harbor seals, and sealions have names. We befriended one named Steve, he is much better at swimming than I am. He also taught me secret techniques to paddling. This one Pelican named Parry got into a barking match with some sealions, which is a fight he wasn't gonna win, let's be honest. Though I was hoping to see an M-A-N-A-T-E-E ... next time! If you're gonna go down on Haley street, where the dogs are easy and the sun is cheap, you never know just who you'll meet, on Haley. (But hopefully it's Rachel from the Santa Barbara Adventure Company, and you get her kayak tour; shout out!)

A heartfelt thank you to Santa Barbara Adventure Company for creating such a memorable birthday…read moreexperience for our daughter. From start to finish, everything exceeded our expectations. We had a fun ferry ride to the islands and even got to slow down to watch a large Sunfish (Mola Mola) snacking on some jellies. I recommend getting in line early to secure the best view seating on the ferry. Our kayak guides, Chuck and Adam, were exceptional--knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about what they do. They made the entire trip both fun and informative, while ensuring we always felt safe and well cared for. We were fortunate to have perfect weather and warm water, which allowed us to explore all seven sea caves--many of which are inaccessible during high tide or rougher conditions. It made the experience even more special. Having lived in Santa Barbara for 22 years, this was my first time visiting the islands, and it was truly unforgettable. The pristine landscapes, abundant sea life, and even spotting several tiny island foxes while enjoying our picnic lunch, made it an unforgettable adventure. We can't wait to do it again--highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique and exceptional experience!

The Sunset cruise was amazing!! The crew had everything so nice and it was so smooth, clear and…read morebeautiful. What a perfect adventure.

Went on the double dolphin last week and the blonde crew member was amazing she made the whole…read morecruise. Such a hard worker. Enjoyed myself. Highly recommend .