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Santa Barbara Sailing Center provides a wedding venue at sea in Santa Barbara, California. The company offers several types of vessels to accommodate your needs as you celebrate your wedding at sea. Enjoy cruising along the Pacific Ocean with your closest family and friends as you and your partner embark on life together. Cruises can be a full-day excursion to Santa Cruz Island, or an hour-long cocktail cruise on the water. Take in the palm trees and mountain views on this unique wedding experience.

Facilities and Capacity
The Double Dolphin is a 50-foot yacht that can accommodate up to 49 passengers for an intimate wedding celebration or cocktail reception. Cruises can be as short as one hour long and up to eight hours long. The Boathouse is also available for pre- and post-sail cocktail hours or dessert, or for a full eight hours. The Boathouse is on the water and offers spectacular views and an elegant atmosphere.

Cuisine
Santa Barbara Sailing Center offers catering for your wedding cruise, which can include lunch options, party platters and dessert. For a full list of catering options, including vegetarian options, please reach out to us directly as items vary depending on season.

Services Offered
Santa Barbara Sailing Center offers a wide range of services to accommodate your wedding cruise along the Pacific. The Double Dolphin wedding package provides several optional services, such as custom bridal bouquet and matching boutonniere, coordination with a floral vendor and the delivery and setup of floral arrangements. The venue can also provide recommendations for photographers and other vendors. Santa Barbara Sailing Center provides customized rentals, lighting for sunset cruises and the Boathouse, and custom signage for each event. The company also offers the following services, which include the following:

  • Accommodations
  • Setup and cleanup
  • Event planning
  • All-inclusive packages
  • In-house bar
  • In-house catering
  • Outside vendors
  • Pet friendly
  • Wireless Internet
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Frequently asked questions

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

2

Describe your venue:

Boat/Yacht
Marina
Waterfront

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Accommodations
Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
Limited Bar

What food and beverage items are available?

Glassware

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
November
December
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Reviews of Santa Barbara Sailing Center

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Johana
Johana S. Sent on 12/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful service

We had an amazing day with the most beautiful sunset for our wedding that SBSC helped us capture. We are so grateful for the experience they provide our guest and us. Thank you so much once again!
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Audrey Sent on 05/25/2013
5 out of 5 rating
When I pitched the idea of a small sailboat wedding to my (now) husband, he loved the idea! The challenge was... how do we make it happen? Enter the Santa Barbara Sailing Center. A 2-hour, chartered sail at sunset was the perfect match for our elopement ceremony and the boat provided a gorgeous backdrop for our nautical nuptials! Our captain (Captain Dan) was amazing as he worked with us to find a space on the water that wasn't too rocky so we could say "I do"! Everyone was so nice and accommodating. For those hosting a larger affair, they have bigger boats to choose from and even offer catering! Definitely recommend!
User1391151 Sent on 10/21/2013
4.9 out of 5 rating
I organized a private 1-hour sunset cruise on the Double Dolphin catamaran for the Friday night before the wedding. We had about 30 guests aboard and they accommodated our group (and our delay in departure due to traffic near the harbor). The captain and his team were very friendly and our guests enjoyed the scenic harbor ride and the wine/beer/champagne available onboard. I would recommend this excursion for brides with guests visiting the Santa Barbara area.
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