Crematory · Santa Cruz, CA

Sea Spirit Memorial

5.0(122) Verified on Google

Sea Spirit Memorial is an independent operator specializing exclusively in burial at sea and ash scattering services in the Monterey Bay Area off Santa Cruz, California. The provider offers attended and unattended ash scattering, full-body green burial at sea, and pet ash scattering, serving 1–38 passengers on customizable packages ranging from one to three hours.

Independent

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Starting price: $230
Ownership: Independent

About Sea Spirit Memorial

Sea Spirit Memorial has provided burial at sea and ash scattering services for more than 25 years. The company's mission is to provide convenient, lawful, and dignified sea burial within the Monterey Bay, California, fulfilling the wishes of both the deceased and their family. Ceremonies are private and exclusive to families, available anytime of day and seven days a week. The business specializes exclusively in burial at sea and ash scattering—this is all they do.

Sea Spirit Memorial prices

Price list published · source

Service prices
Attended Ash Scattering at Sea (1-38 pax)	$984
Attended Ash Scattering at Sea (1-4 pax)	$550
Unattended Ocean Ash Scattering	$401
Full Body Natural Green Burial at Sea	$6,091
Pet Ash Scattering Sea Burial	$230
Minute Deluxe Package	$1,675
Hour Deluxe Package	$2,125
Hour Deluxe Package	$2,975

At $230, this is below the typical national range of $1,000–$3,000 for direct cremation.

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Sea Spirit Memorial packages

Attended Ash Scattering at Sea (1-38 pax)

$984

Ocean ash scattering in Monterey Bay

60 Minute – 3 Hour Options. Up to 38 passengers. From price shown.

Attended Ash Scattering at Sea (1-4 pax)

$550

Ocean ash scattering in Monterey Bay

60 Minute – 3 Hour Options. Up to 4 passengers. From price shown.

Unattended Ocean Ash Scattering

$401

Ocean ash scattering
Digital imaging/video available

Accepts ashes from around the globe. From price shown.

Full Body Natural Green Burial at Sea

$6,091

Full body green burial at sea

1 to 35 passengers. From price shown.

Pet Ash Scattering Sea Burial

$230

Pet ash scattering at sea

From price shown.

90 Minute Deluxe Package

$1,675

Flowers
Light snacks
Mimosa toasting package (Sparkling Wine, OJ, Sparkling apple juice, seasonal fresh berries)
Memorial card with date, time, name and coordinates

Up to 30 passengers. 15% gratuity added at checkout; $2.25 per passenger harbor fee applied after trip.

2 Hour Deluxe Package

$2,125

Flowers
Appetizers
Mimosa toasting package (Sparkling Wine, OJ, Sparkling apple juice, seasonal fresh berries)
Memorial card with date, time, name and coordinates

Up to 30 passengers. 15% gratuity added at checkout; $2.25 per passenger harbor fee applied after trip. Good for scattering near Natural Bridges, Aptos, Cement Ship, Capitola, or Shark Park.

3 Hour Deluxe Package

$2,975

Flowers
Light luncheon
Mimosa toasting package (Sparkling Wine, OJ, Sparkling apple juice, seasonal fresh berries)
Memorial card with date, time, name and coordinates

Up to 30 passengers. 15% gratuity added at checkout; $2.25 per passenger harbor fee applied after trip. Perfect for scattering amongst breaching whales, Manresa Beach, Davenport, Soquel Hole and beyond.

Packages and prices are as published by the provider and can change — always confirm the itemized list directly.

Services offered

Cremation
Funeral homes
Burial
Prepaid funeral

Who you’ll work with

Raina
Staff/Manager
Raina manages the business and is noted in customer reviews for being professional, caring, respectful, and accommodating with special requests.

Recognition & specialties

Specialties

Burial at sea
Ash scattering at sea
Full-body green burial at sea
Pet ash scattering
Unattended ash scattering

Where is Sea Spirit Memorial?

333 Lake Ave Ste H, Santa Cruz, CA

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Hours

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Sea Spirit Memorial reviews

Updated July 2026

5.0

122 reviews

Rating from Google · updated July 2026

5.0 from 122 reviews on google

What cremation prices usually include

General context, not specific to Sea Spirit Memorial: a typical cremation price covers the items on the left. Those on the right are common add-ons billed separately — ask for an itemized list.

Included

Transfer of the deceased into the provider's care
The cremation itself and crematory fee
A basic cremation container
Return of the ashes to the family
Filing of required permits and paperwork

Usually extra

A viewing, visitation, or memorial ceremony (that's a full-service cremation)
An urn beyond the basic container
Certified copies of the death certificate
Flowers, obituary notices, or catering

Frequently asked questions

How much does attended ash scattering at sea (1-38 pax) cost at Sea Spirit Memorial?

Sea Spirit Memorial lists attended ash scattering at sea (1-38 pax) at $984. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

How much does attended ash scattering at sea (1-4 pax) cost at Sea Spirit Memorial?

Sea Spirit Memorial lists attended ash scattering at sea (1-4 pax) at $550. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

How much does unattended ocean ash scattering cost at Sea Spirit Memorial?

Sea Spirit Memorial lists unattended ocean ash scattering at $401. Prices are estimates and can change — under the FTC Funeral Rule you can request a current itemized price list and pay only for the items you choose.

What services does Sea Spirit Memorial offer?

Sea Spirit Memorial offers cremation, funeral homes, burial and prepaid, and is a crematory. See the full breakdown and prices on this page.

Where is Sea Spirit Memorial located?

Sea Spirit Memorial is located at 333 Lake Ave Ste H, Santa Cruz, CA. Use the “Get directions” link on this page for a map.

Will Sea Spirit Memorial give me an itemized price list?

Yes. The federal FTC Funeral Rule requires every funeral home to give you a written, itemized General Price List on request — in person or over the phone — and to let you choose only the goods and services you want. Always compare a couple of providers before deciding.