La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour (Single Kayak)
Overview
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2 hours
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Embark on a renowned kayak tour that offers the unique experience of navigating the La Jolla sea caves and ecological reserve. This excursion showcases a remarkable array of scenery and wildlife exclusive to San Diego. Accompanied by a proficient naturalist/biologist guide, participants have the opportunity to observe sea lions, dolphins, and the majestic Grey Whale while paddling through this captivating marine environment.
Minimum age is 15 years old
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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 guests will be getting wet so plan accordingly
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
La Jolla Cove
La Jolla Cove is a picturesque coastal area in La Jolla, San Diego, California, featuring a small beach surrounded by cliffs. Point La Jolla marks the southern boundary of the cove, which is designated as a marine reserve. This scenic spot attracts enthusiasts of snorkeling, swimming, and scuba diving due to its diverse marine life and tranquil waters.
La Jolla Underwater Park
The San Diego-La Jolla Underwater Park encompasses a vast expanse of 6,000 acres, including ocean bottom and tidelands. Renowned for its four distinct habitats, the park is a sought-after destination for both snorkelers and scuba divers. Its diverse ecosystems contribute to the park's popularity among underwater enthusiasts.
What‘s Included
1 Single Kayak (For Avid Kayakers)
Helmet
PFD
Gratuities
Wetsuits and Lockers
Options
La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour (Single Kayak)
Reviews
177 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent kayak tour!
Brenda S,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour with very knowledgeable guides! Brody and Brian were informative about the eco system and the history of the area. They also helped us to see leopard sharks, garibaldi fish, a sea lion and a seal, in addition to going into the sea cave. Great experience!!
Fun and Informative
cappinicer,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Instructors/guides were very helpful to this beginner. Nick and Tyler were high energy and elevated a challenging yet, fun experience for this mature lady. I appreciated all the staff, they all were pleasant and kind.
Awesome kayak experience
barbaralI4426UJ,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Abby and Brian were our Guides. They were witty, knowledgeable and damned good looking. My family of four had a great time. Thank you La Jolla Kayak Tours ❣️
Amazing deal
Robert G,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I couldn’t say enough good things about this. This was the best value of anything I did on my trip to San Diego. I probably would have paid twice what they charged. They made everything super easy and it was just a really cool experience. The guides I went with were Dane and Stephen. Super good dudes who cared about you enjoying yourself and the Saftey of the folks on the tour. They did a great job of taking care of a lady that got a little sea sick. I’m beyond impressed with these folks
LaJolla Kayak
Kurt L,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Guides are great (Dane & Koa), saw leopard sharks, sea lions other fish. The cave part of the trip was short and kind of pointless. Not sure if water was too rough
Must do Sea Kayak Tour!!
seekinggoodvibes,Mar 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Delaney did a great job telling us about fun facts of La Jolla and guiding us to the cave. We saw tiger sharks and a sea lion swim right under our boats. The water was a little choppy but pristine, and the weather was beautiful with no wind. Looking at the sea lions from the water is such a different perspective than looking at them from above. I would highly recommend this tour!
Fun with seals!
RaeMellott,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My two teenagers and I from central PA stepped out of our comfort zone to kayak in the ocean for the first time. It was amazing! We saw leopard sharks, sea turtles, seals and sea lions. Our tour guides were funny and informative. I would highly recommend this adventure for your family as well!
Lots of waves!
KATHLEEN S,Mar 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Bring towels and dry clothes to store in lockers. You will get wet! Brody and Luka were great today! It was a rough day but they were informative and so helpful. I was impressed that Brody got out of his kayak with fins so that he could help those who wanted to enter the cave could as it was very rough. Also they were amazingly helpful getting us all into shore though I think all of us capsized! Still a fun experience!
Beautiful day! Great guides!
Beth H,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend! 6 of us did this from Seattle and had a great time! Fantastic guides, they shared history, geology, ecosystem and interesting facts with us about the area. They did a great job of keeping the group together, making sure everyone was comfortable. So many Pelicans, Sea Lions, Orange Garibaldi, and even Dolphins!
Fantastic experience with...
Becky E,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic experience with Abby and Brian. We saw so many leopard sharks and other wildlife, and they were so entertaining and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
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