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1 hour 30 minutes
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Kayak La Jolla and the 7 Caves! This 90 minute guided tour in La Jolla is a favorite of both locals and San Diego visitors. Explore beautiful sea cliffs and caves as you glide through the La Jolla Ecological Reserve filled with marine life. Paddle to Sunny Jim’s Cave, the Arch Cave, the Clams’ Cave and other sea caves for amazing close-ups of sandstone formations. Witness sea lions, garibaldi, leopard sharks, shovelnose guitarfish (rock on, man) and even the occasional dolphin on this sought-after La Jolla kayak tour. Ages 5 and up.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Age: Minimum 6
Arrival Time: 30 minutes before tour time
Attire: Swimsuit or athletic clothing that dries quickly. Guests will get wet at least from the waist down.
Ocean and safety conditions determine the tour route and entrance into the sea cave is not guaranteed
Lockers and wetsuits are available for rent upon arrival
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
After a quick checkin process, we start with paddle instruction and safety orientation before we begin the paddle over to the Cove. Explore beautiful sea cliffs and caves as you glide through the La Jolla Ecological Reserve filled with marine life.
Kayaking Equipment (kayak, paddle, helmet and life jacket)
Paddle Instruction
Professional Tour Guide
Lockers are available to store belongs (small items) for $9.00 per locker for the day.
Wetsuits are available for rental for $24.00 per wetsuit per person for the day.
Hotel pick up or drop off
Gratuities
Two participants one kayak: 90 minute guided Kayak Tour of the 7 Caves (double kayak only, good for 2 people)
27 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
T2101WPsamk,,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Saw seals on the cliff and dolphins at sunset while on the ocean. Props to our guides Sammy and Maddy for making a good tour great!!
monicamC2690GU,,Aug 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a great time on the kayak tour. Sammy, our tour guide, was so knowledgeable and friendly. We say lots of sea life, went inside a cave and even had 2 dolphins swim past us.
jessicabN7998HB,,Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Me and my fiancé went on the kayak sunset tour and it was soooo pretty! We got lucky that rhe water was crystal clear and got to see inside one of the caves. Our guide Angie was awesome too, told us lots of cool facts about the area! Highly recommend it’s worth every penny
drrsaab78,,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Beth was good. What was disappointing is that they clearly made the decision not to go to the caves way earlier and did not inform us. Once we were in the ocean and after some conversation , she said that in the morning they had injury in the caves and waves are strong so we won’t go to the caves. Of course safety comes first. But they should share that with people once they made the decision . The only reason for my kayak was to go into the caves.
555myaw,,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
I was not even able to do it because of my age 😭 and it wasn't even mentioned in the page for this event. I had to spend the time to find another place to do it just because of it cuz I really wanted to do it but luckily we got a refund
QuynhAnh D,,Aug 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
I had a great time kayaking with my partner and no real issues with the company. The real problem was with Viator. Don’t advise booking thru a third party - when I got to kayaking, they told me Viator oversold their time slots and don’t usually communicate with them until day of on how many slots they have sold. Instead of the cave tour, I ended up just independently kayaking with my partner in the waters but we still would have liked to go on the cave tour instead.
Jin J,,Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This business was well organized. Our guide Enzo and his partner were two nice young men with good humor. They guided us well through the entire trip. We enjoyed watching the leopard sharks and small rays. We also went into the cave and saw the seals. The scenery was quite different and very enjoyable from the kayak compared to what we saw from the shore. Overall, we had a good time. Some minor issues with the trip came from 1) Having to wait 15mins pass our starting time for another group to join and start going. In the end, it was at least 30mins after the start time when we got into the water. 2) There was no functional toilets or ny running water to rinse our feet and hands in the shop at the end of our tour. 3) The equired hamlets smelled bad as if they were never washed or properly disinfected.
JenSelSD,,Jul 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had an amazing time on the La Jolla kayak and snorkel tour! Our guide, Kennedy, was fantastic—super helpful, patient, and fun out on the water. She shared lots of interesting facts about the wildlife and La Jolla Cove and even got out to pull our kayaks into the caves so everyone could enjoy the experience. The water and wildlife were beautiful, and the whole tour was unforgettable. Highly recommend, especially with Kennedy as your guide! ⸻ Do you also want an even more compact



Dena R,,Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
So much fun. Cole and Magdelana were fun and great guides that made trip very enjoyable. Would recommend this tour.
O6753FBsarahp,,Jul 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Great outdoor activity for those seeking a unique experience in San Diego. Those running the operation were organized, personable and had us properly fitted to ensure the journey was a safe one. We received great instructions and our guides Cole and Kennedy were full of energy, fun facts and kept us all safely together throughout the experience. Very happy I gave it a shot. Bring change of clothes, cheap slip off shoes and encourage families to dine nearby the shop afterwards like we did.


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