Head to Santa Barbara Sailing Center and rent a stand-up paddle board for a fun-filled day with your team. This is a very intuitive sport that welcomes all-skill levels. You can launch directly from the docks to explore the Santa Barbara Harbor, Stearns Wharf, West Beach, and beyond. Head to Sandspit, circle the sea lions, or check out the famous Santa Barbara Wharf!
Location: 02 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Schedule: Everyday from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Duration: It’s up to you!
Prices: $12/hour
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.6⭐
Recommended for: Teams that love outdoor water activities and enjoy physical challenges.
Make the most of Santa Barbara’s sunny weather and explore Santa Barbara Harbor on a paddleboard!
Head to a secluded Santa Barbara beach and prepare for a unique experience with your team! Santa Barbara Beach Rides takes care of it all! All you have to do is enjoy the invigorating thrill of a horseback ride in this acclaimed private 90-minute excursion. Choose from two options - the Beach Ride and Coastal Bluffs Ride. We promise you won’t regret it!
Welcome to Santa Barbara Wine Country Cycling and prepare to discover the iconic landscapes of the Wine Country on this cycling tour! This region is home to over 40 world-renowned American Viticulture Areas. The Farm-to-Table experience has been a staple in the Santa Ynez Valley for decades so in this tour, great cycling is combined with a delicious culinary experience with vineyard views.
Location: 2449 Baseline Ave Unit 104, Ballard, CA 93463
Schedule: Friday - Sunday: 9:15 am - 2:30 pm | Monday - Thursday: 10:15 am - 3:30 pm
Duration: 5 hours
Prices: $180/pp
Food on-site: Yes, lunch is included in the experience
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.9⭐
Recommended for: Teams that enjoy outdoor activities and that are interested in exploring the Wine Country in a unique way.
Discover the Wine Country like never before! The best part? After a few hours of cycling, a delicious lunch overlooking the vineyards is served!
Join your team and solve 22 puzzles and challenges as you embark on a scavenger hunt in Santa Barbara. This guided tour of historic Downtown Santa Barbara, provided by Scavenger Hunt Walking Tours, will take you to historic buildings, iconic artwork, and some hidden gems of this jewel of the Riviera of California. Points of interest include Janssens-Orella Adobe, Bustling State Street, and De La Guerra Plaza.
Location: 1033 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, EUA
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Prices: $49/team
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Recommended for: Teams that enjoy problem-solving, collaboration, and adventure.
What better way to get to know Santa Barbara than on an exciting scavenger hunt? Discover landmarks and hidden gems as you bond with your team!
Taste Santa Barbara Food Tours offers delightful private experiences for small and large groups, where it’s all about food & wine! Walk, eat, drink, and learn as you discover the city’s local daytime culinary gems. Expert guides will lead you to the best places and share insights along the way.
Location: 27 W Anapamu St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Schedule: Everyday from 10:00 am - 5:30 pm
Duration: 2.5 hours
Prices: $125/pp
Food on-site: Yes
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Recommended for: Foodies! Teams that enjoy trying different dishes and local specialties.
Nothing bonds a team quite like exploring local food & drinks together!
Taste beers like a local on this energetic and educational walking tasting tour! Totally Calli Tours chose the best local breweries for this tour, including three craft breweries and the option to add lunch featuring fresh California cuisine. Join your crew and learn about the history of each brewery, as well as some historical facts about the city. Explore the coolest downtown hotspots, like the Funk Zone, and the State Street scene.
Location: Meeting point at the Santa Barbara Train Station at 209 State St., Santa Barbara CA 93101
Schedule: Start time daily at 12:30 am
Duration: 3-3.5 hours
Prices: $125/pp
Food on-site: Yes, meals can be added to your reservation at an extra cost
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.8⭐
Recommended for: Teams that are interested in craft beers and the brewing process.
Stop by three craft breweries and taste the best local beers that Santa Barbara has to offer!
The Santa Barbara Harbor is your team’s launching pad for sailing the Santa Barbara coastline. Venture beyond to the Santa Barbara Channel and around the Channel Islands National Park! With Santa Barbara Sailing Center, you can choose to learn basic sailing skills inside the harbor with a local instructor. Or, consider chartering a sailboat with a captain for your private group with SunSwept Sailing.
Location: Marina 2 Santa Barbara Harbor, Santa Barbara, CA
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: 1-2 hours
Prices: From $55/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.6⭐
Recommended for: Teams interested in exploring Santa Barbara coastline and that enjoy outdoor water activities.
Bond with your team over a sailing session during the golden hour!
Enjoy a full day in wine country on this award-winning tour! With a shuttle picking you up from your hotel or private accommodations in Santa Barbara or Santa Ynez Valley, your team is in for a comfortable wine tour! All wine tasting fees and a delicious locally-sourced lunch and cold beverages are included in the package!
Location: Pick-up from your hotel or private accommodation
Schedule: Shuttle pick-ups: 9:30am -10:45 am | Shuttle drop-offs: 4:45-5:15pm
Duration: Full day
Prices: $215/pp
Food on-site: Yes
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: Yes! Shuttle pick-up from hotel or private accommodations
Rating: 5⭐
Recommended for: Teams interested in exploring Santa Barbara’s wine country and that value wine tasting experiences.
Have a fantastic day with your team in wine country and taste local wines while you try delicious local dishes!
Welcome to the Olive Hill Farm tasting room, where your team is invited to embark on a culinary journey of flavors and aromas. The $10 tasting includes bread and 6 choices from Extra Virgin Olive Oils, Infused Olive Oils and Balsamic Vinegars. This is an activity your team will love, as it is something most participants have never tried before!
Location: 2901 Grand Avenue, Los Olivos California, 93441
Schedule: Everyday from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Duration: 1 hour
Prices: $10/pp
Food on-site: Bread is provided on your olive oil tasting
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.4⭐
Recommended for: Teams that appreciate culinary experiences, and have an interest in gourmet foods.
How about indulging in an olive oil tasting for a truly unique culinary adventure? Your senses are in for a treat!
The Condor Express in Santa Barbara has been creating whale watching experiences for over 35 years! Gather your squad and come aboard for the adventure of a lifetime! This premiere charter boat has a capacity of 127 people. Choose the private tour aboard a private charter, or choose the regular 4.5-hour tour where Humpbacks, Blues, Fins, and Minkes await you. If you don’t see whales, you’ll come back (for free!) another day!
Location: 301 West Cabrillo Boulevard, Santa Barbara Harbor, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: 4.5 hours
Prices: Private charters: from $950/h - $1400/h | Or $125/pp (non-private whale tour)
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Recommended for: Teams that value nature and adventure.
Prepare for an experience of a lifetime aboard The Condor Express!
Experience the beauty of Channel Islands National Park on this Adventure Sea Caves Kayak Tour at Scorpion Anchorage. On this tour, your team will go through one hour of preparation to embark on a 2.5-3 hour journey exploring the natural wonders of this area. With more sea cave kayaking opportunities than any other part of the park, this is the top destination for your kayak tour!
Location: Meeting point on Santa Cruz Island daily at 10:30am
Schedule: Daily from 10:00 am
Duration: 4 hours
Prices: $205/pp+ ferry transportation ($66/pp)
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Recommended for: Teams of nature lovers, adventurers, and kayaking enthusiasts.
If your team is into stunning ocean views and sea caves, you can’t miss this fantastic kayak tour!
HEAT Culinary offers interactive team-building cooking classes. In these classes, business colleagues are expected to work together to create a delicious, full-course, family meal. Get competitive with your teammates and taste the results at the end! This is an engaging, fun-filled experience for cooks of every skill level!
Location: 619 E Gutierrez St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: 2 hours
Prices: $70/pp - $85/pp
Food on-site: Yes
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.3⭐
Recommended for: Creative teams that enjoy collaboration and hands-on experiences.
Join your team and create a delicious family-style meal for all of you to enjoy!
MOXI Museum will change your perspective about nearly everything! Leave your expectations about exhibits at the door and get ready to discover and engage in a new way at MOXI. Head to three floors filled with interactive experiences in the fields of science, technology, engineering, arts, and math. Permanent exhibits include: Tech Track, Speed Track, Sky Garden, Light Track, Interactive Media Track, and Fantastic Forces Courtyard.
Location: 125 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Schedule: Everyday from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Duration: It’s up to you!
Prices: $20/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.7⭐
Recommended for: Teams that appreciate interactive learning and exploration of science and innovation.
Who said learning can’t be a fun-filled activity? Head to MOXI and discover an array of interactive experiences!
Explore Douglas Family Preserve, featuring 68.35 acres of land. This large open-space area sits above Arroyo Burro Beach and is home to various walking trails and scenic ocean views! Lined with Monterey pine and cypress, the bluffs are a fantastic place for whale and dolphin watching. The preserve also embraces five ecosystems to explore: southern oak woodland, coastal bluff scrub, coastal sage scrub, riparian and grassland.
Location: 2551 Medcliff Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Schedule: Everyday from 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Duration: It’s up to you!
Prices: Free
Food on-site: You are welcome to pack your own snacks and drinks
Accessibility: Some spots are wheelchair accessible (not all)
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.4⭐
Recommended for: Teams that enjoy outdoor activities and leisurely walks with scenic views.
If you’re looking for stunning ocean views, Douglas Family Preserve, located just above Arroyo Burro Beach, is the place to be!
Santa Barbara Adventure Company has everything your team needs for a thrilling day out! The High Ropes Course is one of the most exciting and inspirational programs. Supported by harnesses and ropes, participants climb high on ropes, cables and planks. This is a stand-out activity that promotes active experimentation, reflection, and application of skills, making it a fantastic team bonding experience!
Location: 520 E Haley St Suite A, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Schedule: Everyday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Duration: 2 hours
Prices: $89 per person + $700 flat site fee
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.5⭐
Recommended for: Adventurous teams that enjoy thrilling activities.
Overcome your fears and challenge your team to do the same with Santa Barbara Adventure Company’s high ropes course!
Volunteer with your team and participate in a beach cleanup with Heal The Ocean. Their mission is to keep pollution from reaching the ocean. This activity can be done alone or with your corporate crew! Throughout the day, you’ll be looking out for litter as well as microplastics and other materials that don’t belong on the beach. You’ll collect and dispose of the trash in the appropriate bin.
Location: 1430 Chapala Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, USA
Schedule: Contact the company
Duration: Full day
Prices: Donations are welcome
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Contact the company
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.7⭐
Recommended for: Teams that value environmental stewardship and community engagement.
Make a difference in the environment and participate in a beach cleanup with Heal the Ocean!
From rugged coastlines to vast landscapes, California is one of the most biologically rich locations in the United States! Don’t miss the chance to explore the state’s diversity and biological wealth at Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. California boasts 6,500 varieties of native plants, across an array of habitats. Get familiar with some of them during your day-trip.
Location: 1212 Mission Canyon Rd, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Schedule: Everyday from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Duration: 1-2 hours, but it’s up to you!
Prices: $20/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.7⭐
Recommended for: Teams that appreciate nature and enjoy relaxing experiences.
Discover a small portion of California’s biological diversity at Santa Barbara Botanic Garden!
Join your adventurous crew and experience the most popular mountain biking trails near Santa Barbara with hand-curated trail maps and driving directions. Top-ranked mountain biking trails include: Inspiration Point and Jesuita Trail - both located in Los Padres National Forest -, Arroyo Burro Beach Loop - which is located in the Douglas Family Preserve-, and San Antonio Creek Trail.
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Schedule: Sunrise - sunset
Duration: It’s up to you!
Prices: Free
Food on-site: You are welcome to pack your own snacks and drinks.
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.6⭐
Recommended for: Teams looking for outdoor adrenaline-boosting activities.
Get your team and head to the mountains: With multiple trails to explore, there’s something for everyone!
Visit the best swimming spots in Santa Barbara! Head to Butterfly Beach, a local hotspot, or choose Montecito Hot Springs, for a more private experience. Swim in the Seven Falls, one of Santa Barbara’s most popular swimming holes, explore Gaviota Hot Springs, and finish your day at Arroyo Burro Beach, located in the Douglas Family Preserve.
Location: Santa Barbara, California
Schedule: Sunrise - sunset
Duration: It’s up to you!
Prices: Free
Food on-site: You are welcome to pack your own snacks and drinks
Accessibility: Check each spot individually
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Recommended for: Teams that enjoy exploration, adventure, and discovering hidden gems in nature.
With so many beautiful swimming spots to explore, don’t miss the chance to discover the best ones with your team! It’s a perfect activity for warm days!
The House of Clues offers the #1 Escape Room experience in Santa Barbara. Featuring multiple rooms, it is located in downtown Santa Barbara and it’s known for its private games and challenging puzzles. Discover multiple escape rooms, including The Castle, Grandma’s Attic, Alcatraz, and Museum.
Location: 601 State St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Schedule: Everyday
Duration: 1 hour
Prices: $40/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.8⭐
Recommended for: Teams that enjoy problem-solving, collaboration, and immersive challenges.
With four experiences to choose from and multiple escape rooms in each experience, there are no dull days at The House of Clues!
Discover Santa Barbara’s Funk Zone and immerse your team in art galleries, museums, craft shows, and studios! This is where the city’s crème de la crème art scene is happening! From Kelly Clause Art and Helena Mason Art Gallery to Colorfield Arts Studio and MOXI, there’s something for everyone! The Funk Zone is also a prime spot for restaurants and retail, so it’s definitely a must-see!
Location: 137 Anacapa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Schedule: Everyday, 24/7
Duration: It’s up to you!
Prices: It depends on what you visit
Food on-site: Yes! You can find epic restaurants here
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 5⭐
Recommended for: Teams that appreciate art, culture, and vibrant social scenes.
If you’re interested in art & culture, head to Funk Zone with your squad and visit art exhibits, craft studios, and local museums!
Elevate your team outing with an exciting surfing lesson! Group surf lessons packages at Santa Barbara Surf School are a great option. Surfing with coworkers is guaranteed fun and a fantastic way to bond with your staff. Overcome challenges together while you learn a new skill!
Location: 736 Carpinteria St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103, Estados Unidos
Schedule: Everyday from 9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Duration: 1.5-2 hours
Prices: $65/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: No
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.8⭐
Recommended for: Teams that enjoy physical activity, adventure, and learning new skills together.
The bonus of surfing lessons is the rush of endorphins you get from both riding the waves and paddling through them.
Book a tasting room and get ready for yet another exciting team bonding activity! Rock 12 Distillery is the first farm distillery in Santa Barbara County. Featuring an 11-acre orchard and farm, Rock 12 Distillery is the ideal spot for a private tasting or corporate team building event where you can enjoy a truly unique experience.
Location: 6605 CA-246, Lompoc, CA 93436
Schedule: Friday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Duration: 30 minutes
Prices: $35/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.5⭐
Recommended for: Teams that appreciate mixology, enjoy socializing, and have an interest in trying new flavors.
Head to one of the region’s most popular distilleries and taste the best cocktails in town!
Survey Says is a game show event provided by Team Building Nation and that is modeled after the classic TV show. Survey Says is one of the most popular, interactive team building activities, and it uses real game show visuals and sound effects. This game show follows a “Feud” format and it features an entertaining host and survey-style questions. Get ready for some friendly competition!
Location: 4001 Santa Barbara Blvd
Schedule: Everyday from 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Duration: 1-1.5 hours
Prices: $40 - $200pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.3⭐
Recommended for: Teams that enjoy live events and quizzes.
Put your knowledge to the test with Team Building Nation’s game show!
Clay Studio is a creative hub for the Santa Barbara arts community and renowned internationally as a destination for all who are passionate about the ceramic arts. Clay Studio offers a Team-Building event in the foothills of Santa Barbara. Working with clay is relaxing and provides a creative break from a busy work week. Use hand-building techniques taught by an instructor, or get a lesson on the pottery wheel: You choose!
Location: 1351 Holiday Hill Rd, Goleta, CA 93117
Schedule: Monday - Thursday: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm | Friday - Sunday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Duration: 1 hour
Prices: From $30/pp
Food on-site: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Transport from the City Center: No
Rating: 4.5⭐
Recommended for: Teams that value hands-on activities and an artistic environment.
If you’re into hands-on activities, this pottery class is for you! Clay Studio is internationally acclaimed and is waiting for your team!
Want to Plan Your Next Team-Building Retreat? Ask our Experts
Discover Santa Barbara like a local with TeamOut's team-building recommendations!From paddleboarding in Santa Barbara Harbor to horseback rides along the beach, Santa Barbara offers a variety of activities for every interest.Take a wine country cycling tour and indulge in a Santa Ynez wine tasting. Explore the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden or embark on a sea caves kayak tour - What an adventure, right?
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Thomas Mazimann, a French entrepreneur and former international kayaking athlete, transitioned from sports to tech after moving to the U.S. He co-founded TeamOut, revolutionizing team gatherings.
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