La Jolla Cove Guided Snorkeling Tour with Sea Lions and Sea Caves
Description
Why Book This Tour: Snorkel in one of the world’s most biodiverse marine reserves with expert guides who know these waters well. Swim alongside curious sea lions, snorkel into one or two ancient sea caves, and spot flashes of color from Garibaldi and other hidden sea life. With small group sizes, high-quality gear, and access to La Jolla’s dramatic underwater cliffs, this is a San Diego experience that feels both wild and personal. Designed for good swimmers. Many guests are first-time ocean snorkelers, but participants must be comfortable swimming in deep water without a life jacket.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Parking is limited; please allow at least 30 minutes.
- Tours depart on time. Guests more than 10 minutes late are considered no-shows and will not be rescheduled or refunded.
- Minimum age: 12
- Minimum weight: 90 lbs
- Ages 12–17 must snorkel with an adult.
- Ages 12–17 must have both the release and waiver forms signed by their parent or court-appointed guardian.
- Good swimming skills required.
- Life jackets and flotation devices are not permitted.
- Best suited for active participants who are comfortable swimming in the ocean.
- Wetsuits are required and available up to 300 lbs.
Reviews(31)
This was a must do experience but make sure you are comfortable swimming! We all enjoyed it and would definitely do it again. Rich, our guide, was amazing
Rich was patient, energetic, helpful and knowledgable! Couldn't have asked for a better guide. We all loved the experience!
Rich was really nice and kind during our snorkeling experience. We ended up meeting see lions swimming with us together and it was really memorable moments. He guided us and kept cheking us often so that we can follow him easily. I appreciate his effort. Strongly recommend!
Amazing service and experience must do if you are coming to la Jolla guide Riche was excellent and well organised
really really awesome guide, unbelievable underwater views of sea lions. Also saw a ray, plenty of orange fish, and cool sea caves. Great time, great people. Highly recommend.
Super fun snorkeling adventure! Saw lots of sea lions and garibaldi and even a couple Of horn sharks. Our guide, Rich, was knowledgeable ans helpful and was attentive to the group’s needs and skills levels. Highly recommend this activity!
Rich was our tour guide and he was amazing! Right from the start he was very transparent about what we could expect on our tour, water conditions, equipment and so forth. I had a great time! Rich guided us through sea caves, had us near sea lions, and got us to sea lobsters and swim with different types of fish! He was an excellent guide and a fantastic teacher. This is a great tour for all skill levels, whether you’re beginning or have done a few sessions you’ll have plenty of fun!!
Our guide Rich was a 20/10 on the rating scale!!!! So informative, patient, personable, and made my first snorkeling experience guaranteed to not be my last. I even bought a mask and snorkel for myself so that I can try a little rookie snorkeling on my own as he gave me other great spots nearby to try for beginners. If you haven't don't this, you must, you won't regret it!
Richard was very kind and respectful! He is very knowledgeable about the area and had very interesting things to say. I felt safe and had a great time snorkeling! Would certainly book again.
So awesome! Amazing experience! Saw playful sea lions up close, great guides, unforgettable views. 5 stars!
