Experience a festive 45-minute boat tour through Channel Islands Harbor, admiring holiday lights on homes and boats. Perfect for celebrating the season with personalized music and stunning harbor views.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
45 minutes
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for all ages and abilities.
Wildlife
History
Channel Islands Harbor was constructed in the 1960s to serve recreational boating and community needs, evolving into a vibrant marine hub.
Conservation
The harbor maintains strict guidelines to protect marine habitats, encouraging responsible boating practices and environmental stewardship.
Channel Islands Marine Safari Adventures
Experience a festive 45-minute boat tour through Channel Islands Harbor, admiring holiday lights on homes and boats. Perfect for celebrating the season with personalized music and stunning harbor views.
Channel Islands Marine Safari Adventures operates out of Channel Islands Harbor in Oxnard, California. The company runs harbor-based boat tours that showcase local marine life, coastal scenery, and waterfront neighborhoods. Signature experiences include the Day Harbor Tour, the Sunset Tours led by Captain Dave, and the Holiday Lights Harbor Tour. Each Day Harbor Tour delivers guided on-water viewing of sea lions, dolphins, and other coastal wildlife from a tiki-themed deck with opportunities for photography. Sunset Tours combine twilight views of the Channel Islands with marine-watching and a relaxed, tiki-deck atmosphere; Captain Dave provides local knowledge and photo-friendly stops. The Holiday Lights Harbor Tour is a 45-minute seasonal cruise that moves through Channel Islands Harbor to view decorated homes and boats, accompanied by festive music and the option to play a charter’s own music when the entire boat is booked.
Tours are presented as customizable adventures tailored to passenger interests and photo opportunities. Boats operate from Oxnard’s Channel Islands Harbor and focus on safe, scenic, short-form excursions suitable for families, photographers, and visitors seeking coastal wildlife viewing. Channel Islands Marine Safari Adventures emphasizes straightforward, verifiable offerings: named tours, harbor departure point, wildlife viewing, tiki-themed deck seating, Captain Dave’s Sunset Tours, and the 45-minute Holiday Lights itinerary. Information about bookings, schedules, accessibility, and safety is provided by the operator; prospective guests should consult the business directly for current availability and operational details. Reservations and specific departure times are available from the operator and may vary by season and demand. Check official listing.
Location
Oxnard, CA
Based in Channel Islands Harbor
Dock Point
Channel Islands Harbor
Launches from Oxnard marina
Tour Duration
45 minutes
Holiday Lights Harbor Tour length
Trips Offered
3 tours
Day, Sunset, Holiday Lights tours
Select Day, Sunset, or the 45-minute Holiday Lights Harbor Tour — check availability and book through the operator.
Dress warmly for cooler evenings
Temperatures on the water can drop quickly after sunset, so layering is essential to stay comfortable.
Arrive early to secure parking
Parking near Channel Islands Harbor can fill up, especially during peak holiday times, so plan to arrive ahead of your tour.
Bring a camera or smartphone
Capture the beautifully lit homes and boats; the night scenery makes for dazzling photographs.
Consider chartering the whole boat
For a personalized experience with your choice of music and private seating, book the entire vessel.
Warm jacket
Keeps you comfortable against chilly harbor breezes in the evening.
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Camera or smartphone
Capture stunning holiday lights and memorable moments during your tour.
Comfortable shoes
Ideal for boarding and disembarking the boat safely.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during your outing on the water.