
Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 51 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara worth booking?
Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara is a 1.5-hour experience in Santa Barbara, United States, from $125 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 51 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (51)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $125 per person
Explore Santa Barbara’s gorgeous terrain on a private beginner or intermediate mountain bike tour. Enjoy a fun, scenic ride along coastal bluffs and through picturesque meadows with your expert guide. Feel the rush of a mountain bike ride lead by our expert guides who will show you the best twists and turns on the trails. Enjoy the comfort and fun of a high-end full suspension mountain bike designed to make your offroad bike tour easy and fun! For your safety helmets are both required and provided on this bike tour.
What you get
About this experience
Explore Santa Barbara’s gorgeous terrain on a private beginner or intermediate mountain bike tour. Enjoy a fun, scenic ride along coastal bluffs and through picturesque meadows with your expert guide. Feel the rush of a mountain bike ride lead by our expert guides who will show you the best twists and turns on the trails. Enjoy the comfort and fun of a high-end full suspension mountain bike designed to make your offroad bike tour easy and fun! For your safety helmets are both required and provided on this bike tour.
What's included
Included
- Mountain bike
- Water
- Helmet
- 1.5-hour mountain bike tour (based on option selected)
- Instructor
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and Drink
What you'll see and do
Goleta Butterfly Grove
everywhere we go is awesome :)
Pass by without stopping
Elings Park
everywhere we go is awesome :)
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Santa Barbara
Please find our Bike Shop at 736 carpinteria street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. You will see our big painted globe and blue "Bike Rental" signs in our parking lot where you are welcome to park! We look forward to seeing you!
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please find our Bike Shop at 736 carpinteria street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. You will see our big painted globe and blue "Bike Rental" signs in our parking lot where you are welcome to park! We look forward to seeing you!
Options you can book
1:00 pm - Intermediate Tour
More Singletrack and Challenge: The intermediate tour involves more tight singletrack riding. More Fitness on INT Tour: The intermediate tour does require a higher fitness level as there is more climbing involved.
1:00 pm - Beginner Tour
1:00 pm departure; 1.5 hour beginner Mountain Bike Tour Flatter Terrain on Ocean Bluff: The beginner tour is an easier ride along an ocean bluff and through a eucalyptus forest. Less climbing and less strenuous.
9:30 am - Beginner Tour
Flatter Terrain on Ocean Bluff: The beginner tour is an easier ride along an ocean bluff and through a eucalyptus forest. Less climbing and less strenuous. 9:30 am Tour: 9:30 am departure; 1.5 hour beginner Mountain Bike Tour
9:30 am - Intermediate Tour
More Singletrack: The intermediate tour involves more tight singletrack riding. Duration: 2 hours More Climbing than Beginner: The intermediate tour does require a higher fitness level as there is more climbing involved.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Cal Coast Adventures
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Closed-toe shoes are required
- Please provide heights and genders of all travelers in the special requirements field at the time of booking so appropriate bikes can be provided.
- Participants must be in good physical condition and capable of riding for the full duration of the 1.5-hour tour
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 51 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
51 verified traveler reviews for Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Cal Coast Mountain Bike Adventure
We had a great experience from the original booking with Connor who thoroughly explained all tour options, to the actual beginner mountain bike ride. Our tour guide was also Connor and he was incredible. He is extremely knowledgeable and personable and made the experience fun and tailored to our needs as we had no previous mountain bike training. He made sure we got the most out of the ride while keeping our safety top of mind. Connor is the best! Would HIGHLY recommend!
Response from the operator: Glad you enjoyed your mountain bike tour with Connor! We are pleased to hear he provided a great experience mountain biking for the first time! Thank you for riding with us and the kind words.
via Tripadvisor
Great Tour, Excellent Guide
Zach was such an excellent guide! He was knowledgeable about Santa Barbara, a place he loves. His enthusiasm was delightful, and our tour route gave us a great feel for the city.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much! We’re glad you had such a great Santa Barbara bike tour with Zach. His knowledge and enthusiasm really make the city come alive, and we’re happy you enjoyed the route and got a great feel for Santa Barbara. 🚲
via Tripadvisor
Epic mountain biking
Connor was a 10 out of 10 guide! Awesome ride and experience and way to see Santa Barbara.
Response from the operator: Thanks so much for leaving a review! We’re glad you had an awesome mountain bike tour with Connor and enjoyed experiencing the trails of Santa Barbara. Thanks for joining us! 🚲
via Tripadvisor
Chill tour north to south/east to west
Our hostess Juliana did a great job of showing us the sights, keeping a good pace for our family, and maintaining a positive vibe while safely navigating the busy bike paths and city streets with us. Bikes were easily manageable and equipped with baskets, making it handy for personal belongings. They provide helmets and filled water bottles which were a nice bonus
Response from the operator: Glad you enjoyed your bike tour with Juliana! Santa Barbara is a great place for biking and bike tours are a great way to see and learn about the town and coast. Thanks for touring with us!
via Tripadvisor
A Bike tour of Santa Barbara with Danny is a must!
Danny was superb. Our tour was perfect- we saw the city from prominent points that included the Ty Warners perimeter with absolutely fabulous landscaping on a secluded bike path., City College, and the Courthouse clock tower. He mapped the two-hour ride to match our riding skills, and along the way, shared local color that was informative and fascinating. When we return to SB, we will book him again. Just outstanding. W & M
Response from the operator: Glad you enjoyed your bike tour with Danny! We are so pleased to hear you had a great experience touring and learning about Santa Barbara on our bikes! Thank so much for the kind words and feedback!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 18
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Cal Coast Adventures, who run 12 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 79.3 and 2 in the 90+ Club.
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Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santa Barbara.
How much does Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara cost?
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Prices start at $125 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santa Barbara usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Santa Barbara is not rushed.
Is Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 51 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Santa Barbara, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara?
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Around 18 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Santa Barbara can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Santa Barbara and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Santa Barbara within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Santa Barbara?
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Santa Barbara runs wine tours into the Santa Ynez Valley, harbour sailing and whale watching, Channel Islands day trips, and Spanish colonial walking tours through the Presidio and Mission. Tasting-room access and group size make the biggest difference in wine tours here. On Outty we rank every Santa Barbara experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Santa Barbara Electric Bike Tour, Kayak Tour of Santa Barbara with Experienced Guide, Small-Group Wine Tour in Santa Barbara to Exclusive Vineyards. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Santa Barbara?
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March to June and September to November, dodging the May and June marine layer. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Santa Barbara?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara?
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Included: Mountain bike; Water; Helmet; 1.5-hour mountain bike tour (based on option selected); and Instructor. Not included: Gratuities; and Food and Drink. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara?
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Please find our Bike Shop at 736 carpinteria street, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. You will see our big painted globe and blu. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara?
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Across 51 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
What booking options are available for Beginner or Intermediate Mountain Bike Tour of Santa Barbara?
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There are 4 options to choose from, including 1:00 pm - Intermediate Tour, 1:00 pm - Beginner Tour, 9:30 am - Beginner Tour, 9:30 am - Intermediate Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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