What to do and see in Santa Cruz, California (CA): The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

The Stagnaro family has been serving the Santa Cruz area for over a century, ever since Italian patriarch Cottardo Stagnaro settled in Santa Cruz in 1879. This historical landmark business is still leading the way in ocean fun on the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. There is something for everyone: Whale Watching, Scenic Bay Cruises, Fishing Trips and Private Parties for any occasion. Whichever your choice, today's fourth generation Stagnaro Charter Boats will surely make your trip fun and memorable.

Adventure Out is California's premiere outdoor school specializing in surf camps, rock climbing classes, backpacking trips, mountain biking, and wilderness survival skills instruction.

Excursions aboard Chardonnay Sailing Charters are perfect for any age group and fun for everyone, from seasoned sailors to first-time adventures.

a sailing school and charter company since 1979, located in Santa Cruz, California on the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. We have a fleet of 9 yachts from 22-46 feet and several USCG licensed Captains. Sailing activities include: American Sailing Association certified sailing instruction - 2 to 5 days, Skippered Charters- a USCG Captain takes out a group of six or less participants on a fun relaxing sail onboard a beautiful sailing yacht, and Corporate Team Building sailing regattas.

Experience an exciting sailing adventure aboard the luxurious 65' Team O'Neill catamaran on the Monterey Bay! Sailing activities include afternoon cruises, sunset sails, local wine and beer tastings, seasonal firework cruises, live music sails and wildlife tours, each offering an exceptionally smooth and thrilling experience. Sailing enthusiasts and newbies alike will enjoy sailing along the Santa Cruz coastline, whether it's a family day out on a public sail or special occasion aboard a private charter.

California Classic Sail operates a beautiful classic sailing charter boat on the Monterey Bay from the picturesque Santa Cruz Harbor. We specialize in two hour public and private sailing charters that are a perfect complement to any stay in Santa Cruz. At this time our offerings include public and private charters from the Capitola Wharf.

Covewater SUP of Santa Cruz is the only fully dedicated stand up paddleboard (SUP) shop in Northern California. N#1 SUP shop since 2010 paddleboarding is our passion. We have the largest selection of board and we provide the best in stand-up paddling equipment & accessories, SUP classes and SUP rentals is our sole focus. Stand up and see the water from a whole new perspective!

MEGA-BITE is our 6-pack charter boat located in the Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor and we fish in Monterey Bay. We provide all types of charters aboard our spacious 32 foot Sport Sedan. If you're looking for ocean fishing for salmon, halibut, lingcod, white seabass, tuna and rockcod or sanctuary sightseeing, on the water picnics, marine and wildlife eco-tours, we are your best choice in Santa Cruz.

Welcome to Surf School Santa Cruz, the best-rated surf school on the West Coast. We accept students of all ages and skill levels and guarantee a quality, safe, and fun learning experience. This surf school was created because of our passion for surfing and developed because of our desire to share it with the world. We believe that surfing is not just a sport, but is actually therapy for life. We ardently advocate that the only thing better than a great day of surfing is helping fuel someone else’s passion or improve skillsets that work in the ocean and carry over to day-to-day life. Our instructors are professionals who tailor each lesson to the students, so no matter your ability, you are encouraged and supported in the most personalized way possible. The cumulative years of quality surfing and teaching experience we have under our belts allow us to provide you the best surf lessons in all of Santa Cruz.

Santa Cruz Surf Academy offers exceptional surf lessons in beautiful Santa Cruz, California. Check out our website for more details and let Ron show you the waves!