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: 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

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 Outdoor Activities View all tour styles in California →

Rev up your excitement with a one-of-a-kind San Diego Speed Boat Adventure! Captain your own speed boat on a guided, narrated tour of San Diego …More

San Diego, USA

4.9 (750)

San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure

Rev up your excitement with a one-of-a-kind San Diego Speed Boat Adventure! Captain your own speed boat on a guided, narrated tour of San Diego...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (750)

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$89

Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide

Our Santa Barbara Kayak Tour can be a private tour or group tour experience. You choose your adventure! If you're looking for a more intimate …More

Santa Barbara, USA

5.0 (456)

Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide

Our Santa Barbara Kayak Tour can be a private tour or group tour experience. You choose your adventure! If you're looking for a more intimate...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (456)

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$55

A boat ride on San Diego Bay is lovely, but an exhilarating ride on a dual-engine jet boat is an experience to remember. Zoom around …More

San Diego, USA

4.9 (430)

San Diego Bay Jet Boat Ride

A boat ride on San Diego Bay is lovely, but an exhilarating ride on a dual-engine jet boat is an experience to remember. Zoom around...

30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (430)

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$45

Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of the Monterey …More

Monterey & Carmel, USA

4.8 (366)

Monterey Bay Whale Watching

Sea Goddess Whale Watching promises a once-in-a-lifetime whale watching experience. Our whale watching tours depart from Moss Landing, right at the mouth of the Monterey...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (366)

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$70

Glow Nightime Pedal Boat Rental in San Diego Bay

- Breathtaking views of the San Diego Downtown at night. - Maximum capacity per boat Up to 3 adults and 1 small child (around 4–5 …More

San Diego, USA

5.0 (359)

Glow Nightime Pedal Boat Rental in San Diego Bay

- Breathtaking views of the San Diego Downtown at night. - Maximum capacity per boat Up to 3 adults and 1 small child (around 4–5...

1 hour Free Cancellation

5.0 (359)

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$99

Electric Boat Rental in Newport Beach for Up to 12 People

Our fleet of electric u-drive boats has Sun Cruiser & Bay Island Duffy boat models and is the most upscale electric boat rentals in Newport …More

Newport Beach, USA

4.9 (328)

Electric Boat Rental in Newport Beach for Up to 12 People

Our fleet of electric u-drive boats has Sun Cruiser & Bay Island Duffy boat models and is the most upscale electric boat rentals in Newport...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (328)

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$126

La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour (Single Kayak)

Embark on a renowned kayak tour that offers the unique experience of navigating the La Jolla sea caves and ecological reserve. This excursion showcases a …More

La Jolla, USA

4.8 (313)

La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour (Single Kayak)

Embark on a renowned kayak tour that offers the unique experience of navigating the La Jolla sea caves and ecological reserve. This excursion showcases a...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (313)

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$79

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Experienced local guides take you on an unforgettable Santa Barbara kayak tour spotlighting one of California's most thriving marine regions. Learn about Santa Barbara’s natural history and …More

Santa Barbara, USA

4.9 (232)

Wildlife Kayak Tour in Santa Barbara Harbor (2 Hours)

Experienced local guides take you on an unforgettable Santa Barbara kayak tour spotlighting one of California's most thriving marine regions. Learn about Santa Barbara’s natural history and...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (232)

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$59

Learning to surf with Sandbar Surf School is a lifetime bucket list thing that you will never forget. We are the premier surf school in …More

Pismo Beach, USA

5.0 (225)

Pismo Beach, California, Surf Lessons

Learning to surf with Sandbar Surf School is a lifetime bucket list thing that you will never forget. We are the premier surf school in...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (225)

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$125

We're proud to have an out-going team of seasoned guides who spend their lives around the ocean! We also offer quality dive gear and the …More

La Jolla, USA

4.8 (222)

Snorkeling Adventure in La Jolla

We're proud to have an out-going team of seasoned guides who spend their lives around the ocean! We also offer quality dive gear and the...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (222)

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$55

Laguna Beach Open Ocean Kayaking Tour with Sea Lion Sightings

We are the most affordable and highest rated company in town. You will be using brand new equipment coupled with an experienced local guide. We …More

Laguna Beach, USA

5.0 (203)

Laguna Beach Open Ocean Kayaking Tour with Sea Lion Sightings

We are the most affordable and highest rated company in town. You will be using brand new equipment coupled with an experienced local guide. We...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (203)

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$95

Truckee River: Boca to Floriston Run (Class III Whitewater)

The Boca-Floriston Run on the Truckee River offers everything both first-time and seasoned rafters could want! Enjoy technical intermediate rapids, relaxing swimming pools, and the …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

4.9 (195)

Truckee River: Boca to Floriston Run (Class III Whitewater)

The Boca-Floriston Run on the Truckee River offers everything both first-time and seasoned rafters could want! Enjoy technical intermediate rapids, relaxing swimming pools, and the...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (195)

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$128

Clear Kayak Tour of Lake Tahoe (from Incline Village)

Clearly Tahoe specializes in providing unique guided tours in completely transparent kayaks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure as you paddle through the crystal clear …More

Lake Tahoe, USA

4.9 (158)

Clear Kayak Tour of Lake Tahoe (from Incline Village)

Clearly Tahoe specializes in providing unique guided tours in completely transparent kayaks. Join us for an unforgettable adventure as you paddle through the crystal clear...

2 hours 30 minutes

4.9 (158)

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$191

Russian River Kayak Tour at the Beautiful Sonoma Coast

Our Sonoma Coast Kayak Tour takes you to the edge of the beautiful Pacific Ocean where we explore the Russian River as it meets the …More

Santa Rosa, USA

5.0 (153)

Russian River Kayak Tour at the Beautiful Sonoma Coast

Our Sonoma Coast Kayak Tour takes you to the edge of the beautiful Pacific Ocean where we explore the Russian River as it meets the...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (153)

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$115

Kapowui, was awarded best surf school in Venice beach for the last 5 years in a row. Kapowui is a family run business and and …More

Santa Monica, USA

5.0 (141)

1.5-Hour Surf Lesson in Santa Monica

Kapowui, was awarded best surf school in Venice beach for the last 5 years in a row. Kapowui is a family run business and and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (141)

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$100

Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica

We are a FUN SURF LA surf school based on Venice Beach. Our goal is for you to have an excellent experience surfing, whether it's …More

Santa Monica, USA

4.8 (133)

Shared 2 Hour Small Group Surf Lesson in Santa Monica

We are a FUN SURF LA surf school based on Venice Beach. Our goal is for you to have an excellent experience surfing, whether it's...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (133)

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$85

Private Surf Lesson with Instructor, Board, & Wetsuit

Learn to surf in beautiful Santa Barbara! Your expert instructor will teach you how to stand up on your board and ride the perfect wave, …More

Santa Barbara, USA

5.0 (103)

Private Surf Lesson with Instructor, Board, & Wetsuit

Learn to surf in beautiful Santa Barbara! Your expert instructor will teach you how to stand up on your board and ride the perfect wave,...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (103)

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$75

Napa Valley River History Kayak Tour: Single Kayaks

Our beautiful Napa River History Tour provides you with an intimate view of the little known and rich history of the Napa Valley. Traveling with …More

Napa & Sonoma, USA

4.8 (100)