Sound Bath Sailing

A Restorative Journey
of Sound, Sea & Sail

Find Your Rhythm
on the Water

Step aboard classic yacht Kelpie for a private Sound Bath Sail shaped by the sea itself. Surrounded by ocean air and the natural rhythm of the water, experience the resonant tones of singing bowls from Nepal, Tingsha bells, hand chimes, Native flute, and other instruments guided by a local, certified Sound Practitioner.

Each sound journey is personally curated for your group, creating an intimate and interactive experience where sound, sailing, and the natural movement of the sea come together.

Certified Sound Practitioner guiding a guest during a private Sound Bath Sail aboard yacht Kelpie in Santa Barbara. ⸻

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CERTIFIED PRACTITIONER
Personally guided sound journey

$649
Transparent pricing

90-Minutes
Sound & Sail

PRIVATE CHARTER
Just your group

UP TO 4 GUESTS
An intimate experience

Advance reservations recommended
Please book at least 4 days in advance.
Last-minute reservations may be available by
special request.

90-Minute Sound Bath Sail

A private sailing experience that brings together resonant sound, ocean air, and the natural movement of the sea aboard the classic yacht Kelpie.

$649 for up to 4 guests

One additional guest may be accommodated by special request.

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Curated for your group
Each Sound Bath is personally guided by a local, certified Sound Practitioner.
Your experience is thoughtfully tailored for your group.

What’s Included

Private Sound Bath Sail for your group
Local, certified Sound Practitioner
Sound journey personally curated for your group
A curated collection of singing bowls, bells, chimes & other resonant instruments
Fresh spring bottled water
Private charter aboard classic yacht Kelpie
Professional USCG-licensed captain
Comfortable cushioned cockpit seating
Up to 6 guests

Small group participating in a private Sound Bath Sail with singing bowls aboard yacht Kelpie in Santa Barbara.

Guests enjoying a guided Sound Bath with singing bowls aboard yacht Kelpie during a private Santa Barbara sail.

Sound Practitioner playing hanging chimes aboard yacht Kelpie during a private Sound Bath Sail in Santa Barbara.

Sound Practitioner playing flute with singing bowls aboard yacht Kelpie during a private Sound Bath Sail in Santa Barbara.

Want to make it extra special?

Stay refreshed with fresh bottled spring water, included with your Sound Bath Sail. Flowers and other thoughtful touches may be added to personalize your time aboard.

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What to Expect

ARRIVE & BOARD
Arrive at Santa Barbara Harbor, Marina 2 Gate, 10 minutes before departure. Meet your captain and sound practitioner, then step aboard Kelpie and settle into her comfortable cockpit.

SETTLE IN
As Kelpie makes her way onto the water, get comfortable, take in your surroundings, and prepare for the sound experience to begin.

LISTEN & EXPERIENCE
Settle into the resonance of singing bowls, chimes, and other instruments as their tones mingle with the movement of the yacht and the sounds of the sea.

SAIL & RETURN
Enjoy the journey back to Santa Barbara Harbor with time to take in the coastline and simply enjoy being on the water.

Ready to Find Your Rhythm?

Reserve your private Sound Bath Sail aboard Yacht Kelpie.

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Frequently Asked Questions

A Sound Bath is an immersive listening experience created through the resonant tones and vibrations of singing bowls, chimes, bells, flute, and other instruments. There is nothing you need to learn or do—simply listen and experience the changing layers of sound.
Aboard Kelpie, the sounds of the instruments are joined by ocean air, the gentle movement of the yacht, and the natural rhythms of the sea, creating a setting for stillness, reflection, and relaxation.
Your experience is led by a local, certified Sound Practitioner with extensive experience creating personalized sound journeys. A thoughtfully selected collection of singing bowls, bells, chimes, flute, and other resonant instruments allows each session to unfold differently according to the group and setting.
Your 90-minute experience includes a guided Sound Bath, with time before and after for getting underway and returning to Santa Barbara Harbor. Once aboard, your captain and Sound Practitioner will welcome you and prepare the experience as Kelpie makes her way onto the water.
The Sound Bath itself lasts approximately 60 minutes, followed by the return to the harbor and a few final moments to enjoy being on the water.
Guests remain comfortably seated during the Sound Bath rather than lying down. Kelpie’s cushioned cockpit creates an intimate setting with the instruments arranged close by, allowing you to experience their tones and vibrations while surrounded by the sea.
Your Sound Practitioner brings a curated collection of resonant instruments that may include Himalayan singing bowls from Nepal, crystal singing bowls, hand bells, chimes, flute, and other instruments selected for the experience.
For the most spacious and comfortable experience, we recommend groups of four or fewer. Adding a fifth guest may be possible upon request.

Please reserve your Sound Bath Sail at least seven days in advance whenever possible so we can coordinate your Sound Practitioner and prepare your experience.
Last-minute reservations may sometimes be available by special request.
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.
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.
Absolutely. The photos throughout our website feature real guests enjoying real experiences aboard Kelpie—not stock photography. We think the best way to show what sailing with SunSwept feels like is to share genuine moments from days on the water.
Prefer not to be photographed or featured? Just let us know—we’re always happy to respect your wishes.

A Meaningful Partnership
on the Water

Since 2023, SunSwept Sailing has partnered with the Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation to offer complimentary Healing Sound Bath Sails aboard classic yacht Kelpie for local families affected by childhood cancer.

These special sails are part of TBCF’s broader commitment to supporting the emotional well-being of the entire family. Aboard Kelpie, families experience a private guided sound journey while sharing peaceful time together on the water along the Santa Barbara coast.

When a child is diagnosed with cancer, so much of the family’s time is centered around appointments, treatments, and everything that comes with navigating a diagnosis. Experiences like the Sailing Sound Bath give families an opportunity to step outside of that for a moment, be present together, and simply enjoy being a family. —Gisselle Madrigal, TBCF Program Director.

What began as an opportunity to give TBCF families some peaceful time together on the water has grown into something very special to us.

—Captain Spencer MacRae, SunSwept Sailing

TBCF sound bath practitioner Becca Solodon with Captain Spencer MacRae aboard yacht Kelpie in Santa Barbara.

Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation families aboard classic yacht Kelpie for a Healing Sound Bath Sail in Santa Barbara.

Left, Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation families aboard Kelpie for Sound Bath Sail.

Right, Becca Solodon, Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation staff and sound bath practitioner for TBCF’s complimentary Healing Sound Bath Sails, with Captain Spencer MacRae of SunSwept Sailing aboard Kelpie. Photo courtesy of TBCF.

Amanda and her son Eli enjoy a Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation Healing Sound Bath Sail aboard yacht Kelpie in Santa Barbara.

Becca Solodon leads a Healing Sound Bath Sail aboard yacht Kelpie for Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation families.

Left, Becca Solodon leads a complimentary Healing Sound Bath Sail aboard Kelpie for Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation families. Photo courtesy of TBCF.

Right, Amanda and her son, Eli, enjoy a Healing Sound Bath Sail aboard Kelpie along the Santa Barbara coast. Afterward, Eli summed up the experience simply: “I don’t know how to explain it, but I am super happy.”