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The 6 Best Kayak Trips in San Diego

6 tours  ·  from $20 a head

The La Jolla sea caves are the reason to get in a kayak here, and Mission Bay is the reason to stay in one. The 6 below are priced by length, with notes on swell cancellations and which trips include snorkel gear.

La Jolla: 2.5-Hour Kayak and Snorkel Tour - Learning to handle the kayak before heading out
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La Jolla: 2.5-Hour Kayak and Snorkel Tour

1.2.5-Hour Kayak and Snorkel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 165 reviews · 2h 30m Our pick

Paddle to La Jolla’s sea caves, then snorkel for leopard sharks, rays, garibaldi, and sea lions in a protected marine reserve.

“Fun, friendly and informative guides. Got to see caves, sea lions and other marine life up close and personal. Highly recommend!”

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Kayak on the San Diego Bay - The launch, lesson, and first paddle strokes
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Kayak on the San Diego Bay

2.Kayak on the San Diego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $20Best value

Review of Chula Vista Water Sports’ one-hour San Diego Bay kayak trip, with beginner lessons, calm water, family appeal, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“My friends and I had a fun time with these kayaks! The instructor Mike was super welcoming, friendly and helpful. We will definitely remember our time on the kayaks exploring and the open water and struggling to to coordinate our paddles. Overall we shared many laughs on the water and will have great stories to tell because of this experience. Definitely recommend!!!”

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Paddle Pub San Diego Party Cruise: Drinks & Dancing for up to 26 - Pedaling, music, and the social setup
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Paddle Pub San Diego Party Cruise: Drinks & Dancing for up to 26

Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay - Getting onto San Diego Bay
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Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay

4.Stand up Paddle Board Lesson on The San Diego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Learn to paddleboard on calm San Diego Bay with patient instruction, provided gear, flexible breaks, and a choice of board or kayak.

“Best day ever! The lesson was great, the paddle boarding was awesome! Michael was knowledgeable, friendly and kind. We were lucky to have him as our instructor!”

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