Coastal Adventures

Private sailing along the Santa Barbara coast.

Explore the Santa Barbara Coast Under Sail

Set out from Santa Barbara Harbor aboard Kelpie, a classic sailing yacht reserved entirely for your group. Each Coastal Adventure is guided by the day’s wind and sea conditions, creating a relaxed private sail along one of California’s most beautiful stretches of coastline.

Choose the duration that best fits your day — from a relaxed 90-minute sail to an extended coastal adventure with more time to unwind, explore, and, enjoy the coast.

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Kelpie sailing along the Santa Barbara coast during a private coastal sailing charter.

SCENIC COASTLINE
Mountains to the sea

FROM $518
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DURATION OPTIONS
90 minutes to 4 hours

PRIVATE CHARTER
Just your group

UP TO 6 GUESTS
Friends, family, you

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90-Minute Coastal Sail

A perfect coastal escape, offering a beautiful taste of open water and scenic views.

From $518 for up to 6 guests

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2-Hour Coastal Sail

Sail further along the coastline, with plenty of time to relax and enjoy the Santa Barbara scenery.

From $638 for up to 6 guests

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3- Hour Coastal Sail

A longer private adventure, giving you ample time to explore, unwind, and soak in the coastline.

From $898 for up to 6 guests

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Looking for a half-day sail or extended charter? Contact us and we’ll help plan the perfect day on the water aboard Yacht Kelpie.

What’s Included

Private charter for just your group
Professional USCG-licensed captain
Beautiful coastal and mountain views
Wildlife spotting opportunities
Cozy blankets for breezy days
Bluetooth speaker for your playlist
Relaxed, personalized time on the water
Easy boarding from Santa Barbara Harbor

Every charter is designed to to feel effortless, personal and memorable.

A pod of common dolphins swimming alongside Yacht Kelpie during a private sailing charter off the Santa Barbara coast.

Guests enjoying gourmet charcuterie and local wine aboard a private sailing charter in Santa Barbara.

California sea lion resting on a navigational buoy during a private sailing charter along the Santa Barbara coast.

Enhancements Available

CURATED CATERING

BEVERAGES

FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS

SPECIAL OCCASION ADD-ONS

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What to Expect

BEFORE YOUR CHARTER
Arrive at Santa Barbara Harbor, Marina 2 Gate, 10 minutes before departure. Your captain will meet you at the gate and walk you down to Kelpie.

BOARDING
Kick off your shoes, step aboard the sailing yacht, Kelpie, and ease into your time on the water with a glass of local beer or wine.

UNDERWAY
Watch the harbor fall behind as Kelpie catches the wind, cruising effortlessly along The American Riviera®.

RETURN
We will return to the same dock where your adventure began, leaving you ready to step ashore and explore the waterfront at your own pace.

Ready to Explore the Coast?

Reserve your private coastal adventure aboard Yacht Kelpie.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.
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.
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.
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.

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.
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.
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.