Coastal Adventures
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the beautiful Santa Barbara and Montecito coastlines. Experience the pure joy of sailing on the classic yacht, Kelpie, with occasional views of wildlife like sea lions, dolphins and more.
Up to 6 passengers maximum.
Available year-round.Off-Season Weekday Discounts Mid-October through May.
90 Minutes - $510
($450 Off Season Weekday)2 Hours - $630
($545 Off Season Weekday)3 Hours - $885
($745 Off Season Weekday)4 Hours - $1,135
($1,050 Off Season Weekday)
Sunset Cruises
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follow the sun as it sets over the beautiful Pacific Ocean during winter; and behind the majestic Santa Ynez Mountains in spring and summer. Keep an eye out for dolphins or an occasional whale as the sun sinks slowly below the horizon.
Up to 6 passengers maximum.
2 or 3 Hours, Departing Daily90 Minutes - $510
2 Hours - $630 Most Popular
3 Hours - $885
4 Hours - $1,135
Santa Barbara Harbor & Waterfront Tour
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a narrated tour and magnificent views of the American Riviera coastline with occasional views of wildlife like sea lions, dolphins, and more.
Up to 6 passengers maximum.
Available year-round.1 Hour - $340
90 Minutes - $450
Health & Wellness Cruises - Sound Bath Sail
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Sound Bath Sail
Step aboard for a unique sound bath sail amidst the soothing lull of the sea and the resonant harmonies of hand bells, chimes, and therapeutic singing bowls from Nepal. Discover the transformative energy and healing forces of sound and vibration with a personal, interactive encounter that is curated especially for you by a local, certified Sound Practitioner.
Our wellness sails have been thoughtfully designed to accommodate couples, families, or small groups, giving a unique experience that blends sound, serenity, and a profound connection with self and the sea.
Booking required 7 days in advance.
Availability of sound practitioner subject to change.
$640 — 75 minutes aboard Yacht Kelpie with a 1 hour Sound Bath.
Memorials at Sea
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SunSwept Sailing offers a dignified ash scattering service and memorial at sea aboard the classic sailing yacht, Kelpie, the only state licensed sailing yacht in Santa Barbara for ash scatterings.
Let us take care of all the details so you’re free to spend cherished time with family and friends in remembrance of your loved one.
Our team loves animals and understands the importance of saying goodbye to our furry friends. Pet memorials are available. Of course sending off a loved one and their pet is always acceptable.
Pricing includes flowers for scattering into the sea and a framed Memorial Certificate.
2 or 3 hours, up to six passengers aboard.
Available year-round.$975 - 2 Hours
$1,315 - 3 Hours
Pet Memorials available, inquire here.
Proposals, Engagements & Special Occasions
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to reflect back on for the rest of your life. The sailing yacht, Kelpie, provides the perfect venue for marriage proposals, anniversary celebrations, and other momentous occasions. From sunset cruises to daytime sailboat charters, we will help you create just the right moment to express your feelings, complete with champagne and roses.
Includes advance coordination with the captain, engagement certificate and 1 dozen roses.
Add-ons available for floral arrangements, photographer, catering and more.
Up to 6 passengers aboard.
$580 - 90 Minutes
$700 - 2 Hours
$955 - 3 Hours
$1,205 - 4 Hours
Whale Watching
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migrate over 14,000 miles from Alaska to Mexico and back. This migration is the longest of any mammal on the planet and passes through the coastal waters of Santa Barbara mid-February through mid-May. Join us for a thrilling up close and personal whale watching experience!
Excursions offered daily mid-February to mid-May, longer trips have a higher probability of wildlife sightings.
Up to 6 passengers.$745 - 2.5 Hours
$885 - 3 Hours
$1,135 - 4 Hours
Vintner’s Voyage - Wine Tasting
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SunSwept Sailing invites you to discover the perfect blend of sea and vine with our curated sailing and wine-tasting experiences. In partnership with local vintners, each voyage aboard the classic Yacht Kelpie offers a memorable journey through the distinctive flavors of Santa Barbara Wine Country. Savor hand-selected wines from featured vineyards within the region’s acclaimed AVA’s, each cruise highlighting a vintner whose offerings capture the unique character of the local terroir.
Excursions offered daily. Advance booking required 3 days prior.
Options : Up to 5 passengers with a wine maker, vineyard owner, or winery representative aboard. OR
Up to 6 passengers with no winery representative aboard.$880 — SunSwept Dawn Patrol:
Enjoy an exhilarating sailing experience to start your morning with a 90-minute wine tasting cruise. Begin the day in style, sipping mimosas while viewing marine wildlife and enjoying one of our delicious picnic platters. A fine selection of vintage aboard to whet your palette from our featured winery partner. Picnic platter included.$880 — SunSwept Luncheon
Break up your day with a lunchtime cruise abaord the classic sailing yacht, Kelpie. For 90 minutes you will enjoy a relaxing sail along the Santa Barbara waterfront while sipping a hand-picked selection of premium wines from our featured winery. Picnic platter included.$975 — SunSwept Twilight Tour
Our two-hour private sunset cruise is the perfect way to unwind on the water. Enjoy a magnificent selection of vintage curated just for you from the best of our featured label. Gourmet charcuterie platter included for our cruise while we sail the Santa Barbara and Montecito coastlines.
Customized Charters
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the Santa Barbara coastline with magnificent ocean and mountain views. You’ll have the time of your life aboard the classic yacht, Kelpie, with her exquisite wooden features, and smooth sailing style. Sit back, relax, and delight in occasional wildlife sightings such as harbor seals, sea lions, bottlenose dolphins, and much more. Local beer & wine aboard.
Up to 6 passengers maximum.
Available year-round.$340 - 1 Hour
$450 - 1.5 Hours Morning/Afternoon
$510 - 1.5 Hours Sunset
$630 - 2 Hours
$745 - 2.5 Hours
$830 - 3 Hours
$1,135 - 4 Hours
For charters longer than 4 hours, please contact us.
Additional Services
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Yacht Charters
Enjoy Santa Barbara sunset cruises and charters aboard our classic sailing yacht.
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Private Captain
Need a captain for your yacht? Learn more about our U.S. Coast Guard licensed captains.
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Instruction
Learn how to navigate your own sunset sail with instruction aboard your vessel.
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Yacht Sales & More
Captain Spencer MacRae is a DBW licensed yacht and ship broker and member of the CYBA.
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Gift an Experience
Give the gift of sailing! Gift one of our charter options or a specific amount.
SunSwept Sailing maintains a tradition of sailing excellence.
