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La Jolla Kayak and Snorkel Tour: Ecological Adventure
4.5
21 Ratings
San Diego
Embark on an ecological adventure with our La Jolla Kayak and Snorkel Tour. Explore the La Jolla Ecological Reserve, snorkel in majestic waters, and kayak back in this two-hour experience. No snorkel experience necessary!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- La Jolla Cove - Our guided kayak tours are amazing and so are our snorkel tours. Combine them and you have one of the most amazing sea experiences in the world. Your experienced guide will drop anchor and lead you through the beautiful waters to interact with the amazing sea life inhabiting the area. Playful sea lions sunbathing and barking jump in and swim around you, looking like submarines. Garibaldi nearly as bright as the sun will delight your eyes and your underwater cameras. *This tour does not enter into any of the sea caves. If you are interested in going into the sea caves, please book our La Jolla Cove Sea Cave Kayak Tour.
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All Participants must be a comfortable swimmer in order to participate in this experience. Refunds will not be given if guests are not able to swim adequately on the day of the activity.
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Check-in is 30 minutes early before reservation time. (Most Important, please be on time.)
What's Included
- All snorkeling gear included: Snorkel, Mask, and Fins
- Safety first: Life Jackets provided
- Two-person kayak complete with paddles
What's Not Included
- Concessionaire Percentage Fee
- Wetsuits are not included but not mandatory but have them available for Rent for $12.00 per Wetsuit
- Lockers are available for rental ($6.00) and will be handled at check in.
Additional Information
Participants have the opportunity to kayak towards the La Jolla Ecological Reserve in the company of skilled guides who will lead them to different snorkeling locations within the reserve (the chosen spot is subject to safety considerations and may vary from day to day.)
Upon reaching the selected snorkeling site, the guides will secure all the kayaks together using a rope, and employ a sea anchor to keep them steady. This allows the guests to disembark and take a dive for snorkeling in the enchanting waters of the La Jolla Ecological Reserve. After finishing the snorkeling activity, guests row back to the starting point. The entire adventure lasts two hours.
Although previous snorkeling experience is not necessary, it is appreciated. Participants must, however, be competent swimmers in the ocean to join.
Location
2261 Avenida De La Playa
Avenida De La Playa
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.5
(21 Ratings)
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Misti
Jun 4, 2024
Awesome guides made for an extra special birthday! - What an amazing day! My 10-year-old daughter and I did this for her birthday. The entire staff went above and beyond to make her feel special. Lizzy and Garret were awesome guides! I was worried about her getting back in the kayak in the ocean after snorkeling but Lizzy has super human strength and lifted her right in! We saw garibaldi, a leopard shark and several other large fish. My daughter was thrilled with her day.
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Tamtamg2017
Jun 1, 2024
Meh weather but great experience! - So fun! My first time snorkeling and it was a good experience. The guides were funny and told many stories. Weather was somewhat cold and despite not seeing too many creatures, it was still worth it.
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Rebeccant1602vc
May 28, 2024
Fun in the Cove - The dynamic duo guides Danielle and Lizzy made the experience fun and educational. I loved learning about the all the animals and the surrounding area. I can’t wait to come back!
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Hunterpearlt
May 22, 2024
The ultimate Snorkel Experience thanks to Trevor - Trevor was the most amazing guide! He had a breadth of knowledge that he was willing to share about the California Landscape and animals too! He’s right up on his geology facts and just an all around sweet guy. Loved snorkelling up into a cave as well, we saw tiger sharks and seals, it was a dream come true for my friend and I. Thank you Trevor and Happy Birthday!!!!!!🫶🌞🌊🤙🏄
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Roam40603202169
Mar 12, 2024
Great Day on the Water. - great time on the water. Our guide was amazing, enguaging and very knowledgeable of the wildlife and marine topography. The shop personnel are friendly and truly want their customers adventures to be memorable and fun! The equipment was all in very good condition.
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Jensutt
Jan 16, 2024
Best guide ever - It was crazy cold and after a storm so visibility in the water was nil but Brodie made the trip memorable. He was knowledgeable and energetic and most importantly, kept us safe in choppy waters. He found us a beautiful kelp forest that we were able to snorkel in when everything else was not going to happen. We loved it and we are ready to go back in October for ideal conditions with Brodie! Also the man has a masters in Environmental law! God bless him!!
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Kristasx6944mo
Oct 15, 2023
So much fun! - Brody an Josiah were awesome!! We had such a great time! Everyone who worked there was so helpful. We definitely recommend this company for kayaking.
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176prestonr
Oct 6, 2023
Amazing kayak and snorkeling trip - Great tour, great guides, Devin and Phil M. were friendly and knowledgeable. Saw fish, sea lions, dolphins... swam through caves. Highly recommend if you enjoy outdoor adventures
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W1382hjannew
Sep 25, 2023
Two Hour La Jolla Kayak and Snorkel Tour - Andrew was great and we really enjoyed the tour. When the kids got cold in the ward, he adapted and took us to see sea lions with the extra time. Great trip!
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Traciep156
Mar 13, 2024
Just rent kayaks - First of all, our guide was amazing as always, but this is the second trip where we have not been able to do what is part of the tour. Last year, we never got to enter the sea caves. This year, we were not able to snorkel due to the conditions of the water. Both times, there is never mention of any type of refund. This time, our guide tried finding a spot with visibility to no avail. To me, it would make more sense to rent kayaks as opposed to spending money on a tour (you won’t go on) in addition to the wetsuits etc.
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