Private Tour
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
The only all-electric Duffy charter boat in Santa Barbara. Price includes captain. Whisper is USCG certified to carry up to 6 passengers (max). Trip is fully private with your guests only.
Bring your own appetizers, beer, and wine (no corkage fee!)
This is primarily a harbor-based cruise. When conditions are favorable, Whisper can also go out around Stearns Wharf. Boarding is 5 mins prior to departure. If you miss scheduled departure time, the tour is not extended.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Santa Barbara Maritime Museum
The only all-electric charter boat in Santa Barbara. Price includes captain. Whisper is USCG certified to carry up to 6 passengers (max). Bring your own appetizers, beer, and wine. There is no corkage fee! This is primarily a harbor-based cruise. When conditions are favorable, Whisper can also go out around Stearns Wharf.
What‘s Included
fully private boat ride through harbor (for up to 6 passengers)
English guide
Options
Private Harbor Cruise on Electric Boat in Santa Barbara
Reviews
31 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
There was no narrative...
Tracy B,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00There was no narrative about sightseeing. And the captain did not know much about where he was taking us. He also brought us back to the dock so early that we went into the inlet and circled and came back out.
Beautiful day and a nice little cruise.
Marc R,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice little cruise around the harbor and the wharf. Brian was pretty laid back, but informative, he knew a lot about the area and its history.
Great Experience on The Whisper
Elizabeth O,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My friends and I had a wonderful time on THE WHISPER. It’s the perfect size for up to 6 people with room to sit outside or on the semi enclosed main level. The tables and sunken cup holders are perfect for snacks and beverages. The boat is clean and comfortable. Charlie was a great Captain- knowledgeable and friendly.
Relax boat ride for an afternoon
Teresa C,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Nice an hour harbor cruise. We saw seals. Spent time at the fish market and restaurants. Charlie is very knowledgeable captain about the area.
Bachelorette Boat Trip 2025
Tina T,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00I booked this boat for my bachelorette during sunset time and it was definitely worth it. The boat is very new and it’s also nice that the experience is private. The boat captain was also nice, gave us water bottles, let us play our music, and took so many photos of us. The only thing I was a bit frustrated was when we brought our own champagne and I was trying to open it the boat captain kind of stressed me out through the process of opening it although I gave him re-assurance that I will be extremely careful and I was. I do also wish he gave us more information about the places we were visiting around the harbor. Other than that the experience was truly amazing and I definitely recommend. I do also wish the experience was offered longer than one hour.
Mothers Boat Ride for Birthday
April V,,Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing and peaceful boat ride for my mother’s bday! We brought along our 6 month old and had no issues at all. It was seamless. Love that we were able to bring our own food and drinks!
Loved It!
Dori G,,Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had the best time on Whispers with Captain Charlie! It was informative, lighthearted and fun. Well worth the money for a relaxing time.
Great trip. Charlie knew...
Mike P,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great trip. Charlie knew a lot about Santa Barbara. The weather was beautiful and we were able to see a lot of sea life.
Amazing Private Boat Tour for Party of 5
Dolores R,,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My group of friends and I found this to be the perfect, private tour of the Santa Barbara coast, which we highly recommend. Our captain, Charlie, was the perfect guide, as he provided many laughs and great music, and was an impressive wealth of knowledge! Don’t forget to BYOB!
Our captain was...
Jennifer E,,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Our captain was wonderful, told us a lot of interesting facts about the area as we cruised around the port. We couldn’t go too far out because of the weather which was a shame but it was fun!
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