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: Kayak on the San Diego Bay Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour Near Santa Barbara (3.5 Hours) Private Surf Lessons in Malibu Surfing Experience and Lessons Half Day Rafting Trip - Incl. Snack - Trinity River, California

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: Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise San Francisco Bay Cruise Monterey Bay Whale Watching Parasailing in Catalina Island: Soar Above The Stunning Coastline View all kid-friendly Tours →

Q: Which California Water Sports have Instant Confirmation?

California Water Sports with Instant Confirmation include: Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise San Diego Bay Jet Boat Ride Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise Electric Boat Rental in Newport Beach for Up to 12 People San Francisco Bay Cruise 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: Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise San Diego Bay Jet Boat Ride Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise Electric Boat Rental in Newport Beach for Up to 12 People San Francisco Bay Cruise 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: Lake Tahoe Emerald Bay Scenic Cruise Lake Tahoe Evening Dinner Cruise Surf Lessons in Santa Barbara with the Dude 2h of Private Surf Lesson for Beginners in Santa Monica 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 Outdoor Activities View all tour styles in California →

What makes this experience unique is that the majority of the areas you can visit are only accessible by kayak or paddle board. …More

San Diego, USA

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Kayak on the San Diego Bay

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Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour Near Santa Barbara (3.5 Hours)

Kayak one of the few remaining sections of undeveloped, scenic coastline in California, home to more than 1,500 plant and animal species. This popular, 3-hour kayaking trip …More

Santa Barbara, USA

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Gaviota Coast Kayak Tour Near Santa Barbara (3.5 Hours)

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3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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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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1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

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Carlsbad, USA

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Surfing Experience and Lessons

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

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4 hours Free Cancellation

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Our private surfing lessons offer a unique and personalized learning experience for all skill levels. With one-on-one instruction from our experienced and certified surf coaches, …More

Los Angeles, USA

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

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Santa Monica, USA

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Full Day Rafting Trip - Incl. Lunch - Trinity River, California

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2-Hour Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica

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Santa Monica, USA

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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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Jet Ski Rental Adventure in San Diego Bay

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San Diego, USA

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La Jolla Kayak and Snorkel Tour for two people (tandem kayak)

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2-Hour Private Surfing Lesson in Venice Beach

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4 Hour Private Wakesurf Charter With Captain Lake Tahoe

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Lake Tahoe, USA

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Lake Tahoe's West Shore Best Shore Kayak Tour

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San Francisco RocketBoat High-Speed Bay Adventure

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