Coastal Activities

The alluring Pacific Ocean – a mere five miles away – beckons, and The Grand Del Mar's beach service offers an easy way to soak up the San Diego sun. Service includes roundtrip transportation to/from Del Mar's 18th Street beach; set-up of beach chairs and umbrellas; beach towels and bottled waters.

Complimentary for resort guests, based on availability.
24-hour advanced notice requested.

Experience amazing ocean and wildlife views on a two-hour kayak tour of the La Jolla Sea Caves and the fascinating marine paradise of the La Jolla Ecological Reserve. Guided by a passionate and well-trained kayak enthusiast, even first-time kayakers are welcome for a chance to see seals, sea lions and sometimes dolphins in the gentle waves of the Pacific.

$50 per person/$80 double kayak, includes kayak and snorkel rentals
Reservations required.

This guided 2.5-hour tour is a combination of our "Kayak the 7 Caves of La Jolla" tour and a snorkeling adventure. Get up-close and personal with the gentle leopard sharks (only visible for a few months each year!), Garibaldi and other local fish.

Rates start at $65 per person/$110 per couple, includes kayak, snorkel and wet suit rentals
Reservations required.

Whether you are a beginner who wants to try surfing for the first time or an advanced surfer looking to take it to the next level, head to the beach for a private surf lesson. Adult, kids, family and group lessons are all available; surf board and wet suit rentals included.

Private lessons start at $85 per hour.
Reservations required.

Discover La Jolla on a Segway® Personal Transporter, the “Bike of the Future.” During your 2-hour guided tour, you will learn how to ride a Segway® and explore popular sites, such as Seal Beach, Sonny Jim’s Cave, Windansea Beach and more. Comfortable attire and suitable footwear recommended.

$149 per person
Reservations required.
Seven-day cancellation notice required.

There’s simply no better way to take in the beauty of San Diego’s downtown skyline than from the water. Embark on a 3-hour sail and take in the sights, including Cabrillo National Monument, possible wildlife and a beautiful sunset – California style.

$85 per person
Complimentary beverages and snacks are provided.
Reservations required.

A descent from the famous cliff top groves of Torrey Pines State Reserve to the pristine beach below offers a unique perspective of the area's mysterious coastal ecosystems. This private guided two-hour, moderate downhill hike is approximately 2.5 miles with sweeping vistas of the Pacific Ocean. Suitable footwear recommended.

$65 adults / $35 youth (ages 12 – 17)
Reservations required.

Enjoy a two-hour guided coastal hike along La Jolla's historic Cliffside Trail. You'll learn about sea life, nesting birds, Native American lore and beach culture on this moderate three-mile tour. The trail is mostly paved with some hilly sections; suitable footwear recommended.

$75 adults / $35 youth (ages 12 – 17)
Reservations required.