Private charters aboard a classic sailing yacht for up to six guests.
250th Independence Day Celebration
One Night Only — Private Sunset Sail & Fireworks Cruise
for up to 6 passengers
Sunset Sails
Experience golden-hour sailing with breathtaking ocean and sunset views.
From $518 for up to 6 guests
Coastal Adventures
Explore Santa Barbara’s coastline aboard a private sailing yacht.
From $518 for up to 6 guests
Romantic Proposals
Create an unforgettable proposal aboard a private sailing yacht.
From $588 for up to 6 guests
Harbor Cruises
Cruise Santa Barbara Harbor and the waterfront aboard a private yacht.
From $388 for up to 6 guests
Sound Bath Sails
Unplug, unwind, and restore with a floating sound bath experience.
From $588 for up to 4 guests
Memorials at Sea
Honor a loved one with a dignified and private memorial at sea.
From $518 for up to 6 guests
Special Occasions
Celebrate birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, and milestone occasions on the water.
From $518 for up to 6 guests
Whale & Wildlife Sails
Search for dolphins, whales, sea lions, and marine wildlife aboard a private sailing yacht.
From $788 for up to 6 guests
Custom Private Charters
Bespoke private sailing experiences tailored to your perfect day on the water.
Custom itineraries for up to 6 guests
What to Expect on Your Private Charter
Your own private sailing yacht for up to six guests
Experienced USCG-licensed captain
Experiences from 60 minutes to four hours
Comfortable cruising and sailing along the Santa Barbara coast
Optional curated food, beverage, and floral enhancements
Every charter is designed to feel effortless, personal and memorable.
SunSwept Sailing maintains a tradition of sailing excellence.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Every SunSwept Sailing experience is a completely private charter for your group. You will have the yacht and captain to yourselves—we do not combine unrelated parties or sell individual tickets.
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Your charter price includes private use of Kelpie, an experienced USCG-licensed captain, and the sailing or cruising experience you select.
FareHarbor’s booking fee is added at checkout. SunSwept Sailing covers the credit card processing fee.
Optional enhancements are priced separately. Sales tax is added to applicable items such as beverages and floral arrangements, while tax is already included in the listed price of catering selections.
A suggested 20% captain gratuity is automatically selected during checkout, but it is completely optional and may be adjusted or removed before payment.
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Kelpie accommodates up to six passengers, including children and infants. Your charter price covers the private yacht rather than being charged per person, so you may bring anywhere from one to six guests.
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What should we bring?
We recommend dressing in layers, as it is often about 10°F cooler on the water than on land. A hat, polarized sunglasses, a camera, and non-aerosol, reef-safe sunscreen will help make your experience more comfortable.
Kelpie is a barefoot yacht, so guests will be asked to remove their footwear before boarding unless shoes are medically necessary. Warm blankets are available aboard in case you forget a jacket.
Outside food and hard-sided coolers are not permitted. Curated food and beverage options are available to add to your charter. Please contact us in advance regarding dietary or medical circumstances that may require an exception.
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Yes. Depending on the experience, you may add curated picnic or cocktail platters, beverages, floral arrangements, proposal enhancements, and other special touches.
Available options and ordering deadlines vary by charter. Visit the Add-Ons section of your experience page or select available enhancements during booking.
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Your captain monitors marine conditions closely and makes the final decision regarding weather and safety. Santa Barbara often has excellent sailing conditions even when the forecast appears overcast or breezy on land.
If SunSwept Sailing must cancel because conditions are unsafe, we will work with you to reschedule. When rescheduling is not possible, the options available under our weather policy will apply. Guests should not assume their charter is canceled unless they hear directly from us.
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Cancellation and rescheduling terms depend on the experience and how far in advance the request is made. Most standard charters may be rescheduled for account credit when notice is provided at least 72 hours before departure. Refunds are limited, and special experiences, catering, floral arrangements, holidays, and bookings made close to departure may have different terms.
Please review the full policies which are also displayed during booking before completing your reservation.
Make This Summer Unforgettable on the Water
Private sailing. Limited availability.
Exceptional experience.
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