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15 Best La Jolla Kayak Tours

The La Jolla paddles: seven sea caves, barking sea lions and harmless leopard sharks in a protected cove. Summer mornings bring the clearest water and the calmest kayaking.

1.La Jolla: 2.5-Hour Kayak and Snorkel Tour

Experience La Jolla’s stunning sea caves and vibrant marine life on a 2.5-hour kayak and snorkel tour. Expert guides, clear waters, and close encounters await.

Most Popular★ 4.1

“Def book this tour!! Our guide Jada was AMAZING. Clear instruction and friendly communication ensured our travel safety and offered a fun and light-hearted atmosphere. Educated and informative guide. Smooth kayak launch off beach to coves. Clear waters, quality equiptment. Plenty of time and space…”

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2.San Diego: La Jolla Cove Guided Snorkeling Tour

Discover La Jolla Cove with this guided snorkeling tour—spot sea lions, colorful fish, and sea caves in protected waters, led by knowledgeable guides.

★ 4.9

“Our guide Richard was fantastic. He was patient, watchful and knowledgeable, and made sure everyone felt comfortable and safe. Amazing experience between the swarms of fish swimming under us, and the seals and sea lions that liked to swim around us. Highly recommend”

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3.Kayak on the San Diego Bay

Discover the calm waters of San Diego Bay on a beginner-friendly kayak tour. Enjoy expert instruction, stunning views, and flexible paddling for all skill levels.

★ 5.0

“Sean was very informative and helpful. Our family had so much fun on the water. We had just the right amount of time in the water. Great weather, water so nice and I would Do this activity again in a heartbeat!”

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4.The La Jolla Tour

Discover La Jolla’s stunning coastline, sea lions, luxury shops, and scenic views with this 3-hour guided tour from downtown San Diego. Perfect for culture lovers and nature fans alike.

★ 5.0

“Easy going fun and informative. Just right! Guide was well informed experienced and full of interesting info.”

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5.Private La Jolla Tour by Sidecar

Experience La Jolla’s stunning coastline and iconic sights from a vintage motorcycle sidecar with a private guide, customizable stops, and HD audio.

★ 5.0

“Had a GREAT time with Nikola and his tour. He had my parents in his sidecar while i followed on my bike. Everything was really easy, well planned out and nicely organized. Nik was a very friendly guild and had so many historical fun facts…”

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6.Private Segway Experience Through La Jolla

Discover La Jolla on a private 2-hour Segway tour. Glide past beaches, luxury homes, and sea lions with a knowledgeable guide—perfect for first-timers and sightseeing lovers.

★ 5.0

“Bridget was fantastic, really made both myself and my two teenagers really comfortable on the Seaways. Great way to see La Jolla - shops, homes, sea life, etc. Great combination of the fun activity of the Seaway with the cultural immersion of the guided tour.…”

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7.La Jolla Free fall Electric Bike Tour

Explore San Diego's scenic coastline on a 2.5-hour electric bike tour, visiting Mt. Soledad, La Jolla Cove, and more with expert guides and stunning views.

“This was an amazing adventure! We got to see so many things on this ride! We saw sea lions, seals and a sea cave. So worth doing!”

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9.Single Kayak Rental in Mission Bay

Discover peaceful kayaking in San Diego's Mission Bay with a solo rental. Enjoy close encounters with sea lions, stunning views, and flexible hours.

★ 5.0

“Easy to get to and beautiful calm kayak experience. Got up close to sea lions and lots of birds. Mission Bay was great kayaking location!”

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10.Private Secret La Jolla Art, Viewpoints and Architecture Tour

Discover hidden art, architecture, and scenic viewpoints on this private 4-hour La Jolla tour with expert guide Julie, perfect for curious travelers.

★ 5.0

“Julie took the time and made the effort to give us a wonderful "Artventures" tour of La Jolla, Little Italy, and Chicano Park. She was well-prepared, informative, pleasant, flexible and funny - she's a fantastic tour guide. Even though our family has Read more”

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13.Coastal E-Bike Tour of La Jolla and Pacific Beach

Discover La Jolla and Pacific Beach on a scenic 2-hour e-bike tour. Enjoy expert guides, stunning coastal views, and local marine life in San Diego.

★ 5.0

“The tour of La Jolla was amazing. We experienced so many beautiful places. Our tour guide knowledgeable, and very engaging. He knew a lot about the area and provided options for us along the way. it was easy to reserve and will definitely do another…”

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