La Jolla Kayak and Sea Cave Tours: What to Know

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Guided kayak tours around La Jolla are popular with visitors who want to see the coastline from the water. Conditions and access can change with the tides and weather, so read the operator's rules carefully.

What a tour usually includes

Equipment such as a kayak, paddle and life jacket
A safety briefing and a guide
A paddle along the coast, sometimes with a chance to see sea caves when conditions allow

Check before you book

Fitness and experience level required
Age and weight limits
Whether a cave visit is guaranteed or depends on conditions
Cancellation policy for weather or sea conditions
Meeting point, parking and total time

What to bring

Clothes that can get wet, plus a change of clothes
Sun protection and a hat that stays on
A towel and water