Top California Water Sports

Q: What are the best options for California Water Sports?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best California Water Sports are: Truckee River: Boca to Floriston Run (Class III Whitewater) 10AM-1PM South Lake Tahoe 3 Hours Single Kayak Rental Russian River Kayak Tour at the Beautiful Sonoma Coast 1.5 Hour Surf Lesson in Laguna Beach Learn how to surf with an Encinitas local pro

Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for California Water Sports Tours?

According to verified reviews on Cool Shore Excursions and TripAdvisor, the best kid-friendly California Water Sports are: Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide Monterey Bay Whale Watching Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours) Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons Snorkeling Adventure in La Jolla View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which California Water Sports have Instant Confirmation?

California Water Sports with Instant Confirmation include: San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide San Diego Bay Jet Boat Ride Monterey Bay Whale Watching Glow Nightime Pedal Boat Rental in San Diego Bay View all Tours with Instant Confirmation →

Q: Which California Water Sports have Free Cancellation?

California Water Sports with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include: San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide San Diego Bay Jet Boat Ride Monterey Bay Whale Watching Glow Nightime Pedal Boat Rental in San Diego Bay View all Tours with Free Cancellation →

Q: I need a ride! Which California Water Sports have Hotel Pickup?

No problem. These California Water Sports include Hotel Pickup: 2h of Private Surf Lesson for Beginners in Santa Monica Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise View all Tours with Hotel Pickup →

Q: Got any more California trip ideas?

We sure do. Check out our curated lists of hand-picked California Tours. Top 10 California 2026 Senior-friendly tours California The best tours and activities for culture lovers in California Top Day Trips from California Things to do in California this summer View all California Trip Ideas →

Q: What are the most popular styles of Tours and Activities in California?

Based on our sales data over the past year, the most popular styles of tours and activities in California are: California Luxury & Special Occasions California Luxury Tours California Tours & Sightseeing California Cultural & Theme Tours California Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours View all tour styles in California →

Everyone who visits California wants to go surfing. It’s what California stands for. There are many places to surf in California but Malibu is on …More

Malibu, USA

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Private Surf Lessons in Malibu

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La Jolla Cove Guided Snorkeling Tour with Sea Lions and Sea Caves

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La Jolla, USA

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La Jolla Cove Guided Snorkeling Tour with Sea Lions and Sea Caves

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Half Day Rafting Trip - Incl. Snack - Trinity River, California

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Pedal Boat rental in hidden part of San Diego Bay! Family fun

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San Diego, USA

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Dana Point 3 Hour Kayak and Hike with Wildlife Viewing

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Dana Point, USA

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3 hours Free Cancellation

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Join us for Your Surfing Experience Fun. Ages 7-70. Everyone one books as "adult" Surfing is a unique adventurous San Diego (Oceanside) experience you will enjoy …More

Carlsbad, USA

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Surfing Experience and Lessons

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Parasail High Above the Santa Barbara Coast

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Santa Barbara, USA

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Parasail High Above the Santa Barbara Coast

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Kayaking the lake at dusk is always a magical experience. Imagine yourself gliding across the clear waters of Lake Tahoe as they change from emerald …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

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Sunset Kayak Tour in Tahoe City

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Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay

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San Diego, USA

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Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay

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Santa Barbara Kayak or Stand Up Paddle Rental

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Jet Ski Rental Adventure in San Diego Bay

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San Diego, USA

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Jet Ski Rental Adventure in San Diego Bay

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Evening LED Glow Clear Kayak Tour in Lake Tahoe

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Scenic and Wild Nature tour in South Lake Tahoe

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2-Hour Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica

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Stand-Up Paddleboard Lesson in Santa Barbara

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Kayak with Sea Lions in a Calm, Beautiful, Redondo Beach Harbor

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Redondo Beach, USA

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2h of Private Surf Lesson for Beginners in Santa Monica

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10AM-1:00PM Tahoe City 3-Hour Single Kayak Rental

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3-Hour Kayaking and Hiking in California’s Central Coast

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