Photo Slideshow from the La Jolla Ecological Reserve

Pictures and Photos from the Ecological Reserve in La Jolla, California

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La Jolla Ecological Reserve

The Ecological Reserve is a water sports paradise for those who want to kayak, snorkel, dive, or take a surf lesson. Located off the beach at La Jolla Shores, the Underwater Park offers calm waters that are home to more documented marine life than anywhere else in the world. The slideshow of pictures above and the embedded videos below will give you a taste of how much fun you will have in this ecological playground.

Come explore this world wonder on your own or with the convenience of a packaged afternoon tour with TourGuideTim. There is no need to rent a car, only to deal with traffic and parking, or take an expensive taxi ride, when you travel to La Jolla Shores as part of a Sightseeing Tour that departs downtown San Diego every day (except Sundays) at Noon.

Tour packages listed below include an expert guided bus tour from Downtown San Diego to La Jolla Shores and back. You will learn interesting history of national significance along the way and make a brief stop on Mount Soledad, where you will enjoy panoramic views over La Jolla, the greater San Diego area, and the Pacific Ocean.

**Kayak Tour** $81 – Enjoy a 1.5 – 2 hour guided kayak tour with Hike Bike Kayak over the La Jolla Ecological Reserve to learn about the local marine life and if conditions permit, explore the sea caves burrowed into the side of the beach cliffs. Guests will be dropped-off in La Jolla Shores (skipping the rest of the sightseeing tour to Torrey Pines) and then picked up for the return trip to San Diego. Guest must be at least 6 years old and able to swim. Tours are limited to 5 kayaks per guide. Minimum 2 guests required. Wetsuits can be rented for $5. Bring shoes that can get wet. Life jacket and tandem (2-person) kayak are included.

**Snorkel Tour** Same details as the Kayak Tour but guests must be at least 12 years old. Bring a swim suit and a towel. Wetsuit, mask, and fins are included. Tours are limited to 8 guests or fewer per guide. Minimum 2 guests required.

For Kayak and Snorkel Tours: Lockers and changing room are provided for free. Waiver must be signed at start of tour.

**Surf Lesson** $98 – Have fun with a 1.5 hour group surf lesson with the world-famous Surf Divas. Lesson includes a half-hour lesson on the beach before entering the water to catch the calm waves. Guests will be dropped-off in La Jolla Shores (skipping the sightseeing visit to Torrey Pines and free time for shopping in the Village) and then picked up for the return trip to San Diego. Guest must be at least 12 years old and comfortable swimming the equivalent of a lap in a pool.Bring a swim suit and towel or purchase them at Surf Diva or nearby shops. Changing room is provided. Waiver must be signed at start of lesson. Five students or less per instructor. No minimum headcount required.

You can learn more about the La Jolla sightseeing tour. Otherwise, Book your reservation now! (Reservations are handled by a third party service – Brown Paper Tickets.)

La Jolla Shores Dive Videos
Get a glimpse of what lies beneath the water in the La Jolla Ecological Reserve

The first great dive video shown here was created by Gary Hawkins for the San Diego Underwater Film Festival. (Note the comments made by divers who have come from all around the world to SCUBA in San Diego.)

This next great dive video was created by Roger Bly featuring Giant Sea Bass, bright orange Garabaldi, and schools of fish swimming in the Reserve and adjacent kelp beds. There is a nice finish to the video so be sure to watch the whole thing.