Nature and Wildlife Tours in La Jolla at a glance
- Our pick: La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour: Single Kayak & Wildlife, US$ 79 per person (2h, 4.78★ · 322).
- Best value: La Jolla Tide Pools: Marine Biology Tour & Wildlife Guide, US$ 34 per person (1h, 4.98★ · 270).
- Also recommended: La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour for Two & Wildlife, US$ 75 per group (1h 30m, 4.70★ · 1,504).
Price per person across the 3 options priced per person: US$ 34–US$ 149 (median US$ 79). With 100+ reviews: 4 of 5.
Of the 5 options: 5 with live guides in English, 5 with free cancellation, 3 with instant confirmation, 2 kid-friendly and 3 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full.
Nature and Wildlife Tours in La Jolla
Based on each operator's calendar. Confirmed when you book.
5 options
La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour for Two & Wildlife Tandem kayak tour in La Jolla Shores with sea caves, kelp forests and sea lions. Professional guide, life jacket and wet suit included. Small groups, ocean conditions apply. Every day · 09:00, 10:20, 12:00, 12:30 and 14:30 ★ 4.70 (1,504 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 75 per group
La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour: Single Kayak & Wildlife Paddle through La Jolla's sea caves and marine reserve with a naturalist guide. See sea lions, dolphins, and grey whales. Single kayak, helmet and PFD included. Ages 15+. Every day · 6 start times, 09:00 to 14:30 · From age 15 ★ 4.78 (322 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 79 per person
La Jolla: Sea Cave Kayak Tour & 7 Caves with Guide Guided kayak tour through La Jolla's 7 sea caves in the Ecological Reserve. Includes equipment, instruction, and wildlife viewing. Ages 5+, tandem kayaks. Every day · 10:00, 11:00, 13:00 and 14:00 ★ 4.41 (380 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 79 per group
La Jolla Tide Pools: Marine Biology Tour & Wildlife Guide Guided tide pool exploration in La Jolla with a marine biologist. Learn about intertidal wildlife, uneven terrain, all ages welcome. Includes digital photo album. Tue–Sun · 14 start times, 10:30 to 15:45 · Up to age 80 ★ 4.98 (270 reviews) Duration: 1h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 34 per person
La Jolla Tide Pool Tour: Hold sea creatures with a guide Guided tide pool tour in La Jolla with a naturalist teaching you to handle brittle stars and sea anemones during low tide, complete with water and snacks. Every day · Every 1 h, 08:00 to 16:00 ★ 5.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 149 per person
All 5 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour: Single Kayak & WildlifeOur pickGroup of up to 9 | US$ 79 per person | 2h | 4.78★ · 322 | Every day · 6 start times, 09:00 to 14:30 | English |
| La Jolla Tide Pools: Marine Biology Tour & Wildlife GuideBest value | US$ 34 per person | 1h | 4.98★ · 270 | Tue–Sun · 14 start times, 10:30 to 15:45 | English |
| La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour for Two & WildlifeAlso recommendedGroup of up to 2 | US$ 75 per group | 1h 30m | 4.70★ · 1,504 | Every day · 09:00, 10:20, 12:00, 12:30 and 14:30 | English |
| La Jolla: Sea Cave Kayak Tour & 7 Caves with GuideGroup of up to 10 | US$ 79 per group up to 2 people · ≈ US$ 40 per person if 2 go | 2h | 4.41★ · 380 | Every day · 10:00, 11:00, 13:00 and 14:00 | English |
| La Jolla Tide Pool Tour: Hold sea creatures with a guide | US$ 149 per person | 2h | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | Every day · Every 1 h, 08:00 to 16:00 | English, Spanish |