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San Diego Tide Pool Tour

La Jolla, California

From US$149 per person

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5.0 / 5 from 2 reviews on Viator

Group size
Up to 15
Languages
English, Spanish
Rating on Viator
5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews

About this tour

Come experience the famous tide pools of California with your own personal guide extraordinaire. A wide variety of animals will literally be at your fingertips as you get to hold brittle stars, tickle sea anemones, and many other sea creatures. Your professional tour guide is well educated in this unique marine environment and will provide you with their vast knowledge as well as an adventure in one of the most unique marine habitats in the world. Please wear comfortable shoes that can get sandy on the beach or wet in the water. Be prepared to get up close and personal with the California coast and enjoy this experience and tour to the fullest. You will have the time of your life!

  • Timing Note: Tour is offered one hour before peak low tide, subject to change based on tide schedules and weather conditions.

Accessibility, as stated by the supplier

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible transport
  • Stroller accessible

Meeting point: We are meeting at the Ellen Browning Scripps Park. Special Instructions: Please allow at least 30 minutes of extra time, as both traffic congestion and parking can be an issue. La Jolla is very busy during the weekends and summer season.

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Itinerary

View itinerary · 14 stops
  1. 1

    La Jolla, a seaside community north of downtown San Diego, is known for its dramatic coastal cliffs, pristine beaches, and upscale village atmosphere, earning it the nickname "the jewel of San Diego".(30 min)

  2. 2

    At the La Jolla tide pools, you can experience a fascinating glimpse into a vibrant, shallow marine ecosystem, observing sea anemones, starfish, crabs, and other tide pool creatures during low tide.(10 min)

  3. 3

    A picturesque cove known for its calm waters, tide pools, and opportunities for snorkeling and kayaking.(10 min)

  4. 4

    A scenic shoreline walkway offering stunning views of the ocean and marine life.(10 min)

  5. 5

    A popular beach known for its surf and tide pools.(5 min)

  6. 6

    A popular spot to view sea lions and seals, especially during the warmer months.(5 min)

  7. 7

    Shell Beach in La Jolla, California is a small, secluded beach known for its tide pools, small sandy beach, shells, and picturesque terrain, located at the southern end of Ellen Browning Scripps Park, just south of La Jolla Cove.(5 min)

  8. 8

    La Jolla Village is a mixed residential/business neighborhood in the community of La Jolla in San Diego, California. La Jolla Village Square and The Shops at La Jolla Village are in the center of the neighborhood and contain a variety of stores, restaurants, apartments, a post office and two movie theaters.(10 min)

  9. 9

    The Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) invites all audiences to experience our world, our region, and ourselves through the prism of contemporary art. Explore our collection galleries and the special exhibition(5 min)

  10. 10

    A 60 year old nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating the history and culture of our region through a wide range of innovative exhibitions.(5 min)

  11. 11

    Attractively adorned with tall palm trees and nestled right between downtown La Jolla and the edge of the ocean, this park has been called the most photographed spot in San Diego. It is a very popular location for beach weddings and other outdoor activities.(10 min)

  12. 12

    The Ellen Browning Scripps Memorial Pier, a prominent La Jolla landmark and a vital research facility, is a 1,084-foot-long pier owned by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego, housing environmental monitoring stations and serving as a launchpad for small boats and scientific diving operations.(5 min)

  13. 13

    The only memorial that honors veterans, living or deceased, from the revolutionary war to the current war on terror, with an image of the veteran.(5 min)

  14. 14

    Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve is a wilderness island in an urban sea. This fragile environment is the home of our nation's rarest pine tree.(5 min)

Know before you go

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Included

  • Small snacks. For example, chips or a granola bar
  • Bottled water
  • Official Guide

Not included

  • Gratuities

Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Location & contact

Area
La Jolla, California
Meeting point
We are meeting at the Ellen Browning Scripps Park. Special Instructions: Please allow at least 30 minutes of extra time, as both traffic congestion and parking can be an issue. La Jolla is very busy during the weekends and summer season
Contact
The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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