Island Packers Cruises

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3550 Harbor Blvd
Oxnard, CA 93035

Island Packers Cruises has been cruising the California Channel Islands for education, recreation, and research since 1968. As the official boat concessionaire for the Channel Islands National Park, they offer year-round transportation to the local islands of Santa Cruz and Anacapa, as well as trips to the outer islands of Santa Rosa, San Miguel, and Santa Barbara. They also provide wildlife cruises and whale watching trips, allowing visitors to view the abundant wildlife found in the waters of the Channel Islands National Park and the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary.

With a commitment to conservation, Island Packers Cruises emphasizes the importance of protecting the Channel Islands National Park and its endangered animals and plants. They provide information on biosecurity regulations and guidelines to prevent the introduction and spread of nonnative species. Additionally, they offer a mobile app for visitors to plan their trip and explore more than 400 national parks nationwide, including Channel Islands National Park. Stay informed about the latest weather conditions to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience on their boat transportation to the Channel Islands.

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4.038 reviews
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Gabriela B.
9/22/2024

I took my first trip with Island packers. We sailed out with Vanguard, Jason was our captain. It was a nice slow ride. No, we didn't see much at that day. Anyone who complains about that need to...

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Lisa V.
2/23/2025

3.5 hour whale watching tour review- what a great family friendly outing! The captain and ships mates were very friendly and knowledgeable! We heard all about the whales, birds and dolphins as...

Richard W.
9/26/2025

Came from far away to go. Cancelled by email at 10:00 the night before. No replacement, no booking another day.;(

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Anastacia M.
8/26/2024

The best way to get to the Channel Islands! These folks have great services and a comfortable ship stocked with snacks coffee and beer. The crew and head crew master Garron are efficient and...

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Terri B.
6/11/2024

We made reservations online several months ago and the day finally arrived. We are trying to see all the National Parks, and that means experiencing each one. So it was time to actually go out...

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