Celebration Cruises of Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara, California

Christina P.

My friends and I had an amazing time on the Whisper for my bachelorette! It was a beautiful day and we loved seeing the seals and sea lions. Charlie’s sense of humor brightened our days and we’ll always look back on this cruise fondly. 🙂

Cali D. L.

We had a wonderful time on the cruise! The boat is absolutely beautiful, the staff were wonderful, and we saw dolphins, seals, and amazing views!
Really great price for a really peak experience -10/10 recommend!

Mackenzie B.

We had the best time on our whale-watching cruise! It was an unforgettable experience, made even better by the knowledgeable and kind staff. Their expertise and hospitality truly enhanced the trip. This company is a 10/10—highly recommended for any cruises from the Santa Barbara Harbor!

I've also been aboard the Booze Cruise and Lil Toot, and each experience has been unique and fantastic in its own way. Thank you, Celebration, for another wonderful adventure!

Elena Y.

Last week, a friend and I were supposed to go on a sunset cruise; however, they had to cancel it due to mechanical reasons. They refunded me 100% and also booked another cruise for free. When we wanted to reschedule that cruise for an earlier time, they made it so easy with a simple phone call. I had left a voicemail and they returned my call quickly. They do an excellent job in communicating any changes as well as reminders. The experience itself was wonderful, as it was a clear afternoon, and we saw seals, pelicans, and so. many. dolphins. The crew were great in sharing information during the one hour cruise. It’s really a unique way to see Santa Barbara and worth the cost. Reserve on line to save $$. We were on the top deck which can get chilly during the winter. No photos - - sorry! I wanted to be present with the experience and didn’t want to risk dropping my phone into the water. You just have to go yourself and enjoy the view!

Eric S.

I'll be back! Wow, what a magical way to capture the beauty of Santa Barbara and the Pacific. Friendly crew, smooth waters, affordable snacks and drinks, wonderful time! I recommend the top-level seats. Bring a good coat, and eat/drink light. I'd recommend against alcohol on boat trips, in general. We saw seals, dolphins, and sea birds as the sky, the mountains, and the sea shifted through magical color changes by the minute. Bring your camera!

Kris H.

Rebecca and the team at Celebration Cruises were instrumental in taking my vision of my proposal to my girlfriend (now fiancé) and making it a reality. I wish I could give more than 5 stars. But take my word for it – you will not be disappointed with the level of service you will receive with Celebration Cruises, whether it's a casual afternoon sunset cruise or executing a plan for a major life milestone.

Thank you thank you thank you!

James T.

My wife and I got married on the Lil’ Toot. The experience was nothing but easy and professional. Rebecca was responsive to our questions and everything was perfect the day of.
We have also taken our daughter out a couple times since and she had a blast. We can’t recommend them enough!

Kevin C.

I recently took a boat cruise on Azure Seas along the Santa Barbara coastline. The cruise departs from Stearns Wharf and goes to Montecito, just passed Butterfly Beach, and then returning.

The highlights included beautiful views of the coastline and a few sightings of sea lions. Overall it was very mellow and pretty uneventful. I enjoyed a cocktail while taking in the scenery, making for a serene and leisurely outing. Don’t expect much in terms of a party atmosphere because this is not that type of cruise.

It’s worth noting that the cruise can get quite chilly, so I recommend bringing a jacket to stay comfortable.

Overall, it was a pleasant enough experience, especially for those looking for a calm and relaxing way to enjoy the coastal scenery of Santa Barbara.