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1 hour 15 minutes
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We're proud to have an out-going team of seasoned guides who spend their lives around the ocean! We also offer quality dive gear and the use of wetsuits to keep you comfortable in our Pacific Ocean!
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Wetsuit Rental Available at our shop
Horn Sharks, Sea Lions, Garibaldis, Zebra Fish, Opal Eye, Kelp Bass, Water Birds, and tons of other sea life that call the La Jolla Cave and surrounding reefs their home! We'll pass many free diving spots on the way to the Famous Emerald Cave that we'll swim into! Guests MUST know how to swim :) MEETING LOCATION: We'll meet at our shop, La Jolla Cove Market - where we'll suit up! It's a quick walk to where we'll jump into the water. There is a big sign that says MARKET, or: 8008 Girard Ave, Suite 190, La Jolla. This tour involves swimming throughout the cove and into the water cave. Our wetsuits are very buoyant, but guests MUST know how to swim as there is no life jackets available in the cove because its a protected wildlife area. Guests will be required to sign a waiver before entering the water.
197 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Rob G,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
Leave extra time to commute and to find parking. They tell you to arrive 30 minutes early so make sure you leave extra time.
Gabriela T,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
Case and Max gave us an amazing tour, it was mine and my boyfriend’s first time snorkeling, they made the tour fun and gave really helpful tips to snorkel better. I would definitely do this tour again!
Tom D,
Aug 9, 2025
- Viator
Great adventure! The waters are beautiful and we were able to see lots of sea life on the reefs. Our tour guides Skyler and Maddie were friendly, supportive, and knowledgeable about the local wildlife and area! Perfect day activity!
Yassmine B,
Aug 9, 2025
- Viator
Skylar and Maddie were awesome tour guides, giving brief history and geology fun facts as you swim and tour the cove. Sea lions were adorable and plenty of fish!
Sabine S,
Aug 8, 2025
- Viator
We had a great time w Cass who walked us down to the cove , explained everything , added some interesting facts about the cove and it’s inhabitants. Took us on a snorkel swim to see all the wildlife in the water, swam through the cave, took a nibble of the edible sea kelp (celery of the sea) and then made our way back to the cove where we were joined by a few seals. Super fun experience with our 10 year old son
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