Kayaking in La Jolla Cove

Kayak La Jolla and the 7 Caves!  This guided tour in La Jolla is a favorite of both locals and San Diego visitors. Explore beautiful sea cliffs and caves as you glide through the La Jolla Ecological Reserve filled with marine life. Paddle to Sunny Jim’s Cave, the Arch Cave, the Clams’ Cave and other sea caves for amazing close-ups of sandstone formations. Witness sea lions, garibaldi, leopard sharks, shovelnose guitarfish (rock on, man) and even the occasional dolphin on this sought-after La Jolla kayak tour.

Duration 3 ½ hours
Includes 90-minute La Jolla Caves Kayak Tour
Expert Guide
Equipment (kayak, helmet, life vest and paddle)
Boat launch fee
Safety Orientation
Round-trip transportation via Private Vehicle
 

 

Notes
  • Guests must be comfortable with water activities as well as with getting wet.  Guests may opt to wear wetsuits at this time of the year as average water temperatures can be about 62 degrees.
  • Guests will ride in tandem kayaks (2 guests per kayak).
  • Personal belongings should be limited to small backpacks or small wallets/bags
 

 

9:00 am
9:30 am
9:30 am -10:00 am
10:00 am-12:00 pm
12:00 pm
12:30 pm
Depart Hotel
Arrive at La Jolla Cove
Orientation
Kayaking
Depart La Jolla Cove
Arrive at Hotel

 

Note:  Times are subject to change

 

San Diego Zoo and Behind the Scenes Tour

An urban paradise for all ages, the San Diego Zoo is a must-see in Southern California. Spend the day monkeying around in our tropical oasis as you visit amazing habitats for animals such as gorillas, tigers, sun bears, flamingos, mandrills, polar bears, birds of paradise, giant tortoises, leopards and more. Visit the Australian Outback to see our colony of 24 koalas. Take a Panda Trek to visit the giant pandas and other animals that share their bamboo forest habitat. Go back in time through Elephant Odyssey to discover what animals used to roam Southern California and to see a herd of elephants. Discover the wonders of wildlife with animal encounters, interactive experiences, and keeper presentations. A leader in animal care and conservation, the San Diego Zoo is at the heart of the San Diego experience.

The Behind-the-Scenes Tour is a 1.5-hour entertaining and educational adventure that offers special behind-the-scenes views and interesting information about how the San Diego Zoo takes care of their animals. It is filled with experiences and stories you couldn’t get anywhere else. You’ll be part of a small group touring the Zoo in a shuttle cart and visiting off-exhibit areas. See the Zoo the way everyone wishes they could - from behind the scenes!

Duration 4 hours
 

 

Includes General Admission to the San Diego Zoo
90-minute Private Behind the Scenes Inside Look Tour
Knowledgeable Guide
Free time to explore the zoo
Round-trip transportation via Private Vehicle
 

 

Notes Comfortable walking shoes, light jacket and sunglasses are highly recommended.
 

 

9:00 am
9:30 am
Tour Check In
9:45 am - 11:15 am
11:15 am - 12:30 pm
12:30 pm
1:00 pm
Depart Hotel
Arrive at San Diego Zoo

San Diego Behind-the-Scenes Zoo Tour
Free Time to Explore San Diego Zoo
Depart San Diego Zoo
Arrive at Hotel

 

Note:  Times are subject to change

 

San Diego Harbor Tour + USS Midway Museum

Guests start their day with a tour of the San Diego Harbor! Harbor cruises are the most beautiful, comfortable, educational way to enjoy the best of San Diego. Take in the sights, sounds and stories of the bay on a relaxing cruise. Enjoy a unique perspective on San Diego that you can only get from the water. Your professional local guide will share entertaining facts and history that helped to shape our city’s distinctive waterfront. They will explore unique scenic waterfront architecture, landmarks, sea life and spectacular photo opportunities.

Following the Harbor Tour, guests will head over to the USS Midway. Imagine experiencing life at sea aboard one of America’s longest-serving aircraft carriers. Visitors to the USS Midway Museum enter a floating city at sea and walk in the footsteps of 225,000 Midway sailors who served our country and upheld the American ideals of strength, freedom and peace.

Guests can spend the day exploring more than 60 exhibits with a collection of 29 restored aircraft guided by docents, many of which has served aboard the USS Midway, who put their own personal touch on the tour by sharing their one of a kind experiences.

Duration 4 hours
 

 

Includes One-hour Harbor Cruise
Midway Admission (Self-Guided Tour)
Round-trip transportation via Private Vehicle
 

 

Notes Comfortable walking shoes, light jacket and sunglasses are highly recommended.
 

 

9:00 am
9:45 am
10:00 am - 11:00 am
11:15 am
11:15 am - 12:15 pm
12:15 pm
1:00 pm
Depart Hotel
Harbor Cruise Check-In
Harbor Cruise
Arrive at USS Midway
Free Time on USS Midway
Depart USS Midway
Arrive at Hotel

 

Note:  Times are subject to change

 


Enjoy The Center for Wellbeing – Spa and Fitness Center

The Fairmont Grand Del Mar Spa is well known for its spa and you have a chance to experience what the Center for Wellbeing can do for you.  The center features 21,000 feet of Old-World elegance and 11 expansive treatment rooms for massages, facials and hydrotherapy body treatments.  Both the men’s and women’s lounges offer steam and sauna areas and indoor whirlpools.  A shared outdoor relaxation area, whirlpool and Relaxation Pool are also available for guest to enjoy.

Choose from the following:

60-minute Massage

60-minute Facial

Manicure and Pedicure

Notes Suggest you arrive 30 minutes before your reservation time, comfortable attire suggested, you can use the spa facilities before and after your appointment.

 

Note:  Times are subject to change