Top La Jolla Outdoor Activities

Enjoy the sublime coastal scenery as you spot abundant marine life during this kayaking trip in La Jolla’s sea caves and ecological reserve. Paddle along with your expert naturalist guide as you observe the numerous species of birds, dolphins, sea lions and even orcas that inhabit the area. Also, kayak among the lush kelp beds that grow in the reserve and, if conditions permit, explore inside the sea caves that dot the area’s rocky coastline. This La Jolla caves trip includes all necessary equipment, a life jacket, guide, and optional wetsuit rental.

Explore the slot canyons in Torrey Pines on this guided tour. Discover spectacular, hard-to-reach areas and take in views of the Pacific Ocean. Visit sandstone slot canyons and wind caves on the trek and stop at a majestic grotto with a waterfall. The hike up can be strenuous at times, but you will be rewarded with stunning views after summiting the cliffs.

Explore La Jolla Ecological Reserve's sea caves during a 90-minute kayaking tour. Follow your experienced guide through several diverse ecological habitats, home to one of the highest concentrations of sea life in California. Paddle toward the Seven Sea Caves, where you can get stunning views from inside Emerald Cave, the only north-facing cave in the state (conditions permitting). Explore a giant kelp forest inhabited by wildlife like otters, harbor seals and sea lions. Use of all kayaking equipment is included; no kayaking experience is necessary.

San Diego’s La Jolla Ecological Reserve is one of the best spots on the West Coast to kayak and snorkel. On this two-activity tour—all gear provided—you and your crew will take turns between floating above water and snorkeling in it, hanging out with garibaldi, leopard sharks, rays, sea lions, and tons of other fascinating marine life.

Located just a few minutes from the La Jolla Cove, we provide fully sanitized, quality and specially engineered equipment for snorkeling in these marine protected waters. Guests can use our VR video to navigate to the best coves and caves and have access to our complimentary lockers for an easy, carefree experience in the water.

Guided tours are relatively expensive and can follow rigid itineraries with tight schedules. This self-guided audio tour of La Jolla, a coastal town known for its rugged coastline and posh shopping, helps travelers save money and explore completely at their own pace. Follow your downloaded map app past art galleries, historic churches and hotels, and parks, finishing at the Sunny Jim Sea Cave. Start, stop, and pause the tour whenever you’d like.

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!

Kayak out from La Jolla Shores and experience the beautiful area all on your own. This is completely self guided and independent!

Listen to the soothing sounds of the ocean and stretch out on the sandy beach in La Jolla with this yoga session that can be adjusted to fit your needs and experience level. After a brief meditation, you’ll do an energetic flow that promotes mental clarity and calmness, increases body awareness, and offers a sense of peace. Don’t worry—no previous yoga experience is necessary.

Planning a trip to La Jolla? Great! I'd love to show you around the area and tell you about the history of this amazing seaside community! La Jolla is one of the most beautiful places in the world; a must see for anyone visiting San Diego. This tour takes the guesswork out of planning your trip to La Jolla. It begins at the area's most convenient spot to park, then follows a direct route, walking La Jolla's downtown and coastal areas. You will benefit from having an experienced guide explaining the history and helping you make the best use of your time. I'm here nearly every day so I'm up to date on what's happening. You can be sure you won't miss a thing! The highlight this month has been our visits to the "rookery," where sea lions have their pups each June. You will be able to see and learn about the wildlife, and take great pictures from the approved viewing locations - without disturbing the animals!

Cruise along the shores and mountains of La Jolla, San Diego County's coastal gem. Saddle up on an e-bike to enjoy an epic adventure that starts in downtown, heads up to Mt. Soledad, cruises along the beaches of Windansea and Bird Rock, over to La Jolla Cove, and throughout the Village. Along the way, you'll enjoy oceanfront views, clusters of sea lions, luxury homes, ocean kayakers, and California beach vibes.

An easy beach break with regular, predictable waves that don’t get too big, La Jolla Shores is one of California’s best destinations for learning to surf. Join an experienced instructor and no more than four other learners on a class that’s good for absolute beginners and intermediates alike. Your class includes your board and an Everyday California rash guard top, with full wetsuits available at an additional charge.

Go with the La Jolla water sports company consistently voted #1 in the area. We are a proud local company that is continually upgrading our equipment and involved in our community helping at-risk youth experience the water. We are also a member of 1% for the Planet, providing 1% of our profits for beach clean-up. Rent from us and you'll enjoy 90 minutes of kayaking for two in the beautiful La Jolla Ecological Reserve.

Join our one-of-a-kind scavenger hunt and explore La Jolla in a new, unique way. Each session is aided by an interactive remote host, who sends challenges to participants via a phone app. When the challenges are accomplished, the team scores points. Check your status against competitors on the app’s international leaderboard. This handcrafted adventure is part tour, part detective hunt, part social experiment, and part creative challenge, with lots of fun in between.

Explore La Jolla, the Jewel of San Diego, on this Ultimate La Jolla Combo package featuring a self-guided driving and walking tour. Explore Coast Boulevard, Prospect Street, and La Jolla Village on the city's famous Coast Walk. Discover La Jolla's historic roots on the self-guided driving tour, showcasing epic ocean views and points of interest. Get the app, apply your code, and download the tour on your phone. Tours never expire!

The La Jolla Cove is a protected marine wildlife preserve teeming with life. Our mission is to provide high-quality, sanitary, and affordable snorkel equipment so that everyone can experience its magic. Our gear is specifically engineered to last, despite the coarse sand and rugged underwater topography. Guests are welcome to use our VR video tour of the cove for navigation and leave their personal items in our complimentary lockers while snorkeling.

Take a guided ride through La Jolla and Pacific Beach on an e-bike. Enjoy the feeling of pedalling with power as you cruise along some of San Diego’s most picturesque spots. See the sea lions at La Jolla Cove, watch the waves crash at Windansea Beach, and tour some of San Diego’s most lavish neighborhoods on a tour that’s suitable for all levels of rider.

Get the full California experience while you listen to this ultimate bundle of narrated audio Golden State drives. Enjoy the beauty of Lake Tahoe, seek celebrities in LA, and take a cruise down the rugged Pacific Coast Highway. In the Bay Area, cross the Golden Gate Bridge and hear stories of start-up success in Silicon Valley. For the best experience, stick to the route and suggested speed limit. Check opening hours before your visit.

Enjoy a unique perspective as you cruise around La Jolla in style on a motorcycle sidecar tour with a private driver and guide. See why La Jolla is called the “Jewel,” with stops at Torrey Pines, La Jolla Cove, and La Jolla Shores Park, or enjoy a customized itinerary. There’s space for two passengers in the sidecar and for another behind the driver. Helmets have HD audio, so you can communicate and hear insights from the driver.

Turn UCSD into a game while partaking on a 2-hour Walking Adventure. Your smartphone will act as your guide, while you solve clues and complete challenges around the city. Entry price is per team.

Learn the ins and outs of catching the perfect wave during a 2-hour surf lesson in La Jolla. Thanks to its holistic approach, the class is a great opportunity for everyone ranging from first-timers to advanced surfers. Advance your knowledge of surfing etiquette, techniques, safety, and more. Your instructor also teaches you how you can help ocean conservation to keep the waters safe for surfers and sea life alike.

Cruise from Mt. Soledad to the sun-soaked beaches of Windansea on the way to La Jolla Cove. Along the way, wide eyes take in luxury homes, sea-lions, and Ellen Browning Scripps Park too. Complimentary bottled water and snacks are also provided throughout.

The seven beautiful sea caves along La Jolla Ecological Reserve can be difficult to explore, even for experienced kayakers. This small-group kayaking tour offers a guide to help small groups glide through the water and take the best routes to the caves. Paddle to all seven caves while keeping an eye out for sea lions, leopard sharks, and the occasional dolphin.

Guests get to kayak out into the La Jolla Ecological Reserve with trained professional guides to take them to various snorkel sports in the La Jolla Ecological Reserve (spot depends on safety and may change depending on the day.) Once the group arrivals at chosen snorkel spot, the guides will till all of the kayaks together with rope and drop a sea anchor, so the kayaks are stationary, and the guests get to hop out and snorkel in the majestic waters of the La Jolla Ecological Reserve. After the snorkeling portion, guests kayak back to the launching point. Entire duration last two hours. No snorkel experience necessary but preferred. Must be a comfortable swimmer in the ocean to participate.