La Jolla Kayak and Snorkel Tour
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Paddle to the sea caves of La Jolla and snorkel amidst the surrounding Ecological Reserve. Get up close and personal with the Garibaldi, Leopard Shark, Rays, and unique local creatures in the Ecological Reserve at La Jolla Shores. This tour includes all kayaking equipment, snorkel gear, and wetsuits.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
All participants must be able to swim
Minimum age is 8 years
Please arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled tour time
Rental lockers available upon arrival
Swimwear to wear underneath wetsuit is required
Ocean and safety conditions determine the tour route and entrance into the sea cave is not guaranteed as well as water visibility.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Snorekling Equipment Included (mask, snorkel, fins, wetsuit)
Kayaking Equipment Included (life jacket, helmet, paddle, kayak)
Professional Tour Guide
Gratuities
What To Expect
Enjoy two of San Diego’s most popular activities all in one fun tour! All the benefits of the La Jolla Kayak Tour PLUS a snorkeling adventure. Say hello to your friends the garibaldi, leopard sharks (no shark repellent necessary leopard sharks are harmless!), rockfish, sea lions, spiny lobster, rays, shovelnose guitarfish and other marine creatures in the La Jolla Ecological Reserve. The Kayak & Snorkel Tour includes a wetsuit, mask, snorkel, fins, all the kayaking equipment and high-fives. Make snorkeling in La Jolla’s Ecological Reserve a breeze by bringing your snorkel gear aboard the kayaks on this Kayak & Snorkel Tour while also touring La Jolla’s sea caves! Guides will anchor the kayaks nearby the La Jolla sea caves for snorkeling in La Jolla all along the rocky reefs nearby La Jolla Cove.
Options
La Jolla Kayak & Snorkel Tour
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Reviews
115 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very nice guide, very...
Pallav G,
Sep 8, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very nice guide, very helpful. We got sufficient time for both activities, and the experience was quite smooth. Just make sure your physique isn't the worst and you'll be good.
Great kayaking and snorkeling experience
Rick H,
Aug 24, 2025
- Viator
5.00Lockers are available for $8, they provide all the gear, including a wet suit if you want one. Super informative guides
A fun afternoon
Cleo K,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00It’s worth arriving at least 15 minutes early to get changed. The equipment and guides Roman & Coya were great. We didn’t snorkel for long but it was just enough. We saw lots of cormorants, pelicans, sealions & guppies. The guides saw leopard sharks but i didn’t.
Kayak and Snorkeling
Kelly H,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
4.00Kayak caves and snorkeling. Was ok, the kayak had a broken mount for the seat, so no back support and that hurt a bit. Snorkeling in one spot lot of the same fish, went through one small cave. Would break up and do only one activity at a time.
My boyfriend and I went...
Madison T,
Aug 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00My boyfriend and I went on the kayak and snorkeling tour led by Sammy and Savannah. It was so much fun and they were great!!
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