Discover the Channel Islands
Experience the thrill of being surrounded by a pod of dolphin…
Explore the majestic Channel Islands National Park…
Discover the unique plant and animal species, and ancient human histories of the “North American Galapagos.”

Prices listed are for weekday field trips for groups of 20 or more.
Call 805-642-1393 for reservations. Contact our Education Coordinator to learn about potential financial assistance for these trips.

East End, Anacapa Island [Full day trip] Price $33 per person
A true oceanic island with 360 degree views of the ocean, East Anacapa is known for its abundant bird population and seasonal wildflowers. Its remote location makes it a perfect spot to cover science themes such as native and endemic organisms, introduced species, and geology. Social science themes include Native American inhabitants, explorers, and shipwrecks.
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Frenchy’s Cove, Anacapa Island [Full day trip] Price $33 per person
Visit some of the most pristine tidepools in Southern California. Science themes include organism identification, adaptation, predator/prey relationships, and current monitoring and preservation programs to protect the fragile intertidal ecosystem.
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Scorpion Ranch, Santa Cruz Island [Full day trip] Price $37 per person
Located on the northeastern end of the largest island off the California Coast, Scorpion Ranch is a unique location to study science themes such as native and endemic organisms, introduced species, geology, and the marine environment. Scorpion Ranch has a long and interesting history of human activities including the site of one of the largest Chumash villages on the Channel Islands. Social science themes include Native American inhabitants, explorers, and the ranching period.
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Prisoners Harbor, Santa Cruz Island [Full day trip] Price $37 per person
Education themes are similar to those described above with an emphasis on restoration and conservation. More mature students and smaller groups may want to include a hike on the Pelican Trail. Considered one of the most diverse hikes on the islands, highlights include lush native vegetation and spectacular vistas. (Requires special permission and waivers to visit The Nature Conservancy property.)
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Santa Barbara Channel and
Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary [1/2 day trip]
Search the Santa Barbara Channel for marine mammals and other wildlife on our comfortable catamarans. From January through March we may observe migrating Pacific Gray Whales. Science themes include migration, oceanography, wildlife identification, and marine resources.
Wildlife Cruise (offered year round) $21 per person. More information
Whale Watch (January-March) $17 per person. More information

Contact Andrea Moe, Education Coordinator education@islandpackers.com