La Jolla Kayaking

The kayaking activity leader is Gary Taylor, gstaylor@sbcglobal.net, 760-445-3350.

Please plan to arrive at 2164 Avenida De La Playa at least 30 minutes before the start time of 9:00 AM in order to get ready. Allow extra time to find a parking space.

There are restrooms and changing facilities onsite. Please allow plenty of time to park. The main street (Avenida de la Playa) has enforced time limits that do not provide enough time for your tour. The best parking is on the streets north and south of Avenida de la Playa or in the big lot by the lifeguard tower on Camino del Oro.

Our tour begins at our shop on Avenida de la Playa (directions below) where you can change and leave valuables. Once outfitted, we'll walk two blocks to the beach and begin our adventure with a brief dry-land discussion on kayaking technique and safety. We'll then launch our kayaks through small surf and explore the beautiful marine preserve. You will get wet. Anything with you will get wet, so please be sure to leave valuable electronics in your car or in our convenient storage space at our shop. Make SURE to give your car keys to your guide for safe keeping!

ITEMS TO BRING:

  • water bottle
  • sunscreen
  • sunglasses and/or prescription glasses with a retention strap Please note: If you wear prescription glasses, it is VERY important to have a retention strap! Many glasses end up lost. (You can purchase one at our shop for about $6.)
  • hat
  • towel
  • change of clothes for afterwards
  • waterproof camera (we have reusable waterproof cameras available for purchase: $15)
  • cash to tip your guide if they did an exceptional job!

CLOTHING TO WEAR:

  • bathing suit
  • quick-drying shorts or shorty wetsuit (We have some wetsuits available for rent: $5)
  • thermal, quick-drying top (nylon or polyester rash guards, capilene, fleece, polypropylene, or other synthetics are best. Cotton t-shirts are suitable for warm conditions)
  • windbreaker (optional for cool conditions)
  • footwear: water shoes, booties, sport sandals, or old tennis shoes are best. Barefoot is ok too.
  • Please note that heavy cotton clothing like jeans and sweatshirts are not permitted.

Your guides are dedicated to making your trip fun and enjoyable. You have a right to expect excellent service at no additional charge, but if your guide made your experience particularly enjoyable, gratuities are always appreciated.

La Jolla Sea Cave Kayaks Staff (858) 454-0111
sck.lajolla@gmail.com
www.lajollaseacavekayaks.com

DIRECTIONS:

From the north: Take I-5 south to La Jolla Village Dr. Go west. Turn south (left) on Torrey Pines Rd. Continue to the bottom of the hill where it joins La Jolla PKWY. Just past the gas station, turn right onto La Jolla Shores Dr. Turn left onto Avenida de la Playa at the stop light. Our shop is 3 blocks down on the corner with Calle de la Plata. We are on the north side of the road, upstairs above the courtyard. Please give us a call at (858)454-0111 if you get lost!

From the south: Take I-5 north to La Jolla Shores PKWY. Turn right onto La Jolla Shores Dr. just past the gas station. Turn left onto Avenida de la Playa at the stop light. Our shop is 3 blocks down on the corner with Calle de la Plata. We are on the north side of the road, upstairs above the courtyard. Please give us a call at (858)454-0111 if you get lost!

From the east: Take 52 west until it becomes La Jolla PKWY. Turn right onto La Jolla Shores Dr. just past the gas station. Turn left onto Avenida de la Playa at the stop light. Our shop is 3 blocks down on the corner with Calle de la Plata. We are on the north side of the road, upstairs above the courtyard. Please give us a call at (858)454-0111 if you get lost!