La Jolla Sea Cave Kayaks

Guided Tours & Rentals
(858) 454-0111
Kayak Rentals
People with some previous kayaking experience may choose to explore on their own. You will be kayaking in an open ocean environment and significant hazards may exist; if in doubt, consider one of our guided tours.
For your safety, renters are not permitted to enter the caves. Lifeguards enforce this rule and may issue tickets.

You have a choice among companies for your business. If you’re shopping for the best deal, make sure you’ve read the fine print.

We don’t charge hidden 'service fees' or charge extra for locker rental to keep your belongings safe.

Most companies limit availability at peak times for discounts like Groupon so you may find yourself unable to take advantage of the advertised discounts.

Open 7 Days a Week March 1 - September 30, 2023

9:00am-6:00pm

Winter hours vary due to weather and holidays.

Check the online calendar for your specific dates.

Please call (858)454-0111 if in doubt!

La Jolla Sea Cave Kayaks
2164 Avenida de la Playa
La Jolla, CA 92037

Kayak Rental Prices

  • Single Kayak
  • per hour:
    $20 Mon - Fri
    $25 Sat, Sun
    and holidays

  • Single Person Kayak
  • Seat with Backrest
  • Paddle
  • PFD (life vest)
  • Tandem Kayak
  • per hour:
    $30 Mon - Fri
    $35 Sat, Sun
    and holidays

  • Tandem (two person) Kayak
  • Seats with Backrests
  • Paddles
  • PFDs (life vests)
Prices subject to change without notice.

We require renters to have some previous kayaking experience. If you are inexperienced in ocean swell, we highly recommend one of our guided tours! You will be kayaking in open ocean conditions and significant hazards may exist.

We reserve the right to refuse rentals if we feel conditions exceed your ability.

Our staff will orient renters to the area and you will be given a map that indicates danger zones and areas that are off limits to kayakers.

Renters are not permitted to enter the caves. Lifeguards enforce this rule and may issue tickets.

  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Children under 14 must be on a tandem kayak with an adult.
  • Children under 10 must be on a guided tour.
  • Complete Eligibilty Requirements for RENTERS

You will get wet! Please bring a change of clothes for after your adventure.

Anything you take with you will get wet so please leave car keys, cell phones, cameras, and any other valuables in our complimentary lockers.

The ocean claims many pairs of glasses every year.  The best way to ensure you don't lose yours is with a retention strap. These are available inexpensively in our shop.

Even waterproof electronics may end up on the bottom of the sea if not tethered to you.  If you want to take photos, please plan accordingly.  We have waterproof cases with straps for your cell phone available for purchase for your convenience.

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