Heaven on Earth Horseback & Kayak Tour

This may well be the closest to "heaven" you will ever get...in this lifetime. Captain Jack's Santa Barbara Tours is proud to offer our newest and most breathtaking tour ever. This tour combines an OCEAN KAYAK TOUR at the beautiful and famous "smugglers cove" ( Refugio Beach) in the morning, where chances are good that the locals will show up to greet you. Dolphins, California sea lions, harbor seal, and the migratory Grey Whale may cruise by (in the distance) to say hello. Next, you'll be transported to a secluded resort nestled between a babbling brook and evergreen sycamore trees where you'll enjoy a delicious lunch (lunch not included in price). After lunch, back into the transport, and off to one of the most breathtaking, scenic GUIDED HORSEBACK RIDES on earth. This ride features spectacular oceans views throughout the ride. Find out why President Ronald Reagan, Michael Jackson, and Brad Pitt, having the ability to live anywhere in the world, chose California 's Central Coast to call their home. Spend the day with Captain Jack, and you too will see why Captain Jack calls this tour the "Heaven on Earth Tour". HEAVEN ON EARTH KAYAK/HORSEBACK RIDE TOUR INCLUDES:

• Transportation (pick up spots throughout the Santa Barbara area)
• 2 person Pelican ocean kayak & all required gear
• Fun introduction kayak lesson/briefing (kayak knowledge and special athletic ability NOT required)
• Round trip transportation
• Scenic guided horseback ride (no previous riding experience required, must be 7 years old)
• All California Park and Recreation fees
• Professional, knowledgeable, and courteous guides

Some of the most spectacular scenery in Santa Barbara county can only be seen by riding into the wilderness on horseback.

On a recent Sunday, with digital camera in tow, I took a ride "back in time" to the old west, just 20 miles north of Santa Barbara.

Our cowboy trail guide navigated through native chaparral hilltops, ancient oak trees, creeks, waterfalls and a stunning sunset view of the Pacific Ocean & Channel Islands.

• Photo album of a sunset trail ride into the mountains overlooking the Pacific Ocean
• Movie (5 MB) - Saddle-side stories of the Channel Islands by our trail guide

Additional Horseback Riding Options

Circle Bar B Stables
1800 Refugio Rd
805-968-3901
Guest ranch and stables. Rides available to guests & general public year round. During busiest period May-Oct you will need to make riding reservations at least 4 days in advance. 1.5 hour and half-day guided trail rides are popular.

Rancho Oso Riding Stables
3750 Paradise Road
805-683-5110
Trail rides, horse camping, public arena and national forest access. Overnight stables also available if you have your own horse.

Los Padres Outfitters
(805) 331-5252