Bike and Kayak Tours — La Jolla - La Jolla, California

Matt Martin

Great experience, great staff, beautiful views you will never forget. Prices were reasonable, and fairly similar to the other kayak rentals. Experience is NOT necessary the stretch of ocean they took us on is super calm. The your guide was nice, helpful , and informative.The only thing i didn't like was that you are given your life vest, a helmet and told to go down to the beach an find a "red shirt". Seeing as there are several other companies also doing tours at the same launch point, this method left us confused and worried we were going to miss our group. Do not underestimate how wet you will get. For some reason I didn't realize we were launching from shore, and while the waves are small and easy to get past, they will soak you on the way out. Once you get past the break your good to go. Overall though I would highly recommend, you will not regret it.

Ahmed Perez

What an awesome experience. I have done kayaking in other places, but this was special. Angela and Levi were amazing guides, very knowledgeable with marine life and the surrounding landscape. They did their very best so we all could have that Instagram worthy picture from inside the cave. The price for the tour was very reasonable and the shop has everything you may need in case you forget something at home.

Ashley Taylor

We enjoyed the kayak tour and snorkeling, but it could have been better. They called and asked to move our tour from 12 to 12:30, which was fine. We arrived at noon to check in, but no employee told us what we needed to do or where to go, or got us our equipment. Finally, at 12:35, I asked a girl coming back from break what we were supposed to do, and she told us to get our equipment. Elise was great and deserves a raise; she was very patient with the slower participants. Other than that, it was a good trip should tell the girl that checked us in she should be more concerned with the customer having a good experience not talking with the boy she was working with.

saul berger

So i should say i give this a high star rating for overall but there were definitely some areas that need real improvement. I went with my older parents and i am middle age and we all enjoyed the experience a lot, it was fun, challenging at times, and we saw some very beautiful caves and sea animals. Instructors were overall very good, patient and very nice, but occasionally due to the size of the group it seemed a little chaotic and i could not always hear the instructions and once we were out of the cave there was a little time i was unsure where i should be waiting. We were also with some much less experienced kayakers and they were all over the place which made group ocean kayaking more challenging. It is also about a mile or so from beach to cave and for people with back issues it can be challenging back and forth. Also use strong sunscreen i looked a little like a lobster when i was done as did my family. Waterproof phone case also really came in handy for getting pictures.

rob kasinow

I went to a Snorkel and Kayak tour on a Sunday at 3.30PM

Like other reviews mentioned, the store is a bit chaotic but just ask questions and the staff can help

The tour itself accommodated all skill levels. I’m pretty fit but letting “slower” people catch up was a welcomed rest even for me.

Our time of day didn’t result in any shark sightings (I had no other choice), but as an inexperienced snorkeler it was still fun to see different fish

And our guide Tyler was great! By the end our group had a good camaraderie!

Choppy Moore

We had a great time. We really had fun with our guides Angela and her name started with an “S” they were the best. I have been to San Diego many and wished I had done this before now. Thanks so much.

Wendy Guan

10/10 My experience here was so good, we went kayaking and toured the 7 caves. They had space for us although we booked last minute. Our tour guide Beth, was so funny and she made the whole thing so enjoyable. This was my first time kayaking and I would totally do it again, especially in the beautiful clear waters of La Jolla. It was also really cool that there were sea lions swimming a few feet away. We tried the 10 second standing challenge and some of us succeeded whereas others of us fell in. Beth helped us take videos and now we have something to look back on that makes us smile. Thank you for the great experience.

Susan Aldrete

My husband and I, and four kids have been enjoying the kayak and snorkeling tours at Bike and Kayak tours for years, since our kids were little tykes. The location is close to the beach and near local eateries. Extremely pleasant vacation ambiance.

The store itself is AWESOME! It’s large and inviting, tons of cool merch, everything you need and didn’t think of/maybe forgot that you can use for beach life! The staff is plentiful and is as excited as we are - great personalities and very knowledgeable.

Then, the tours. We have had a blast year after year on these tours. We love to visit San Diego at least once a year, and this has become a staple to our trips. Our kids, now in their early twenties/teens, would be very disappointed if we skipped this experience. The tour guides provide fun and interesting facts about the area and wildlife, and give instruction before and during the tours that applies to all ages, young and old. My kids love swimming/snorkeling and being up close and personal with the fish. ☺️ They are smiling from ear to ear from start to finish.

All in all, we highly recommend Bike and Kayak tours for next-level San Diego fun in the sun!