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La Jolla Shores
Tours
We’ll determine whether or not it is safe to kayak inside Emerald Cave when we’re in front of it. There are several factors our experienced guides take into consideration, but your safety is our number one priority.
We recommend wearing beach attire: a swimsuit, t-shirt, maybe a light windbreaker. Also, depending on the temperature of the water and how much wind is present, we might recommend a wetsuit—bring your own if you have one or you can rent one from us.
We have lockers available for rent (they're $6) if you want to leave your stuff behind. If you don’t want to rent a locker we recommend keeping your valuables in your car.
Everyone will be in a double kayak unless you specifically purchased a single kayak. If you have vouchers, you'll be in a double kayak.
If you're going on a kayak tour, absolutely! We've had tons of people who have never kayaked before and don't know how to swim that had amazing experiences. However, if your activity includes snorkeling, then by state regulations you do need to be comfortable in the water.
Yes, you are going to be getting wet! It's part of the fun. All of our operations take place in the majestic La Jolla Ecological Reserve in the beautiful Pacific Ocean. The degree to which you will get wet varies daily, but the nature of ocean kayaking does mean you'll get a little wet out on the water.
We recommend bringing as little as possible. Feel free to bring a reusable water bottle (no plastic please) or a waterproof camera. Do not bring anything that should not get wet. We have an expression at the shop, “If you love it, leave it.”
There is plenty of parking in the residential streets surrounding our shop where you can park all day. Do not park in the lot adjacent to our shop: we don't own it, so if you park there you run the risk of being towed. We also do not recommend parking in a 90 minute commercial zone, as you will be here longer than that and will run the risk of getting ticketed.
The city of San Diego and the San Diego lifeguards have set the age requirement at 5 years and older.
The weight limit for each kayak is 425lbs / 193kg.
All tours begin at our shop, which is located at 2261 Avenida De La Playa, La Jolla, California 92037. It's in La Jolla Shores, one of San Diego’s most popular beaches, just north of La Jolla Cove.
After meeting up with your guide at our shop, we’ll head down the street to the beach at La Jolla Shores. After some quick safety instructions, you’ll get in your kayak and head out towards La Jolla Cove. All our kayak tours take you through the La Jolla Ecological Reserve to explore the seven La Jolla Sea Caves just north of the La Jolla Cove. Kayaking is the best way to see the famous La Jolla Caves!
Most likely! We have the ability to see tons of happy animals in their natural habitat. Among the sea life regularly seen on our tours are Sea Lions, Leopard Sharks, Seals, Cormorants, Pelicans, Sea Gulls, Garibaldi, Dolphins and many other types of fish. Of course, we’re dealing with nature, so the amount of marine life we see varies from day to day.
No experience is required to come on a tour! We’ve had everyone from children to senior citizens who are first time kayakers come out and have a blast on one of our kayak adventures.
We rent kayaks all year long. If you haven't been out kayaking on the La Jolla Ecological Reserve before, we always recommend doing a tour first. Once you do a tour, we encourage renting a kayak and going out on your own.
Sea Kayaking takes place in the beautiful ocean, which has one major difference from freshwater kayaking: Kayak Surfing! When returning to land in a Sea Kayak, you get the opportunity to catch and ride a wave all the way in.
One of our experienced and highly trained guides will lead you and your group on the tour. Each guide has extensive knowledge of the La Jolla Ecological Reserve and La Jolla Caves and is trained in water safety, First Aid and CPR.
Of course! Kayaks are perfect for whale watching since they're small and don't disturb our gentle giants, unlike some of the big commercial tour boats.
The best time to go is whenever you want! Our tours start as early as 9:00am (depending on the day), and the last tours come back at 4:00pm.
Snorkeling in the La Jolla Cove and Sea Caves has been rated as one of the top snorkeling spots in California. We’re thrilled to help share San Diego’s best snorkeling spot with visitors and locals all year.
Absolutely! La Jolla is one of the best snorkeling spots in California. If you go on a tour with us, we’ll even give you a great discount on snorkel gear. Just ask us if you want to try!
We use tandem sit-on-top kayaks because they are safer and more fun!
Please plan to be in our shop at least 30 minutes prior to your tour. Your tour time is when we go out on the water, and we leave as a group from the shop 10-15 minutes prior to your tour time. If we do not hit the water on time, the lifeguards can cancel the entire tour. If you’re late, you have missed your tour and there will be no refunds so please be on time!
We kayak in a Marine Protected Area, so nothing can be taken but photos. We will paddle and snorkel with sea life, and take direction from The Marine Protection Act of 1972.
Rentals
Kayaks, stand-up paddle boards (SUPs), surfboards (soft & hard-top), boogie boards, full wetsuits & wetsuit tops, and snorkel gear.
We have lockers available for rent (they're $6) if you want to leave your stuff behind. If you don’t want to rent a locker we recommend keeping your valuables in your car.
The San Diego Lifeguards have asked us not to permit our guests to take snorkeling gear out on the water while they are also renting a kayak or stand up paddle board.
Guests may rent or use snorkel gear either before or after the kayak or stand up paddle board rental, but not during due to safety reasons. We appreciate your understanding.
If you would like to kayak and snorkel, we offer Kayak & Snorkel Tours of the La Jolla Ecological Reserve.
Yes, we highly recommend prior ocean kayaking experience. Conditions can be challenging, and we highly recommend booking a guided tour if you're new to kayaking in the ocean.
Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends and holidays. Walk-ins are welcome, but gear is first come, first served.
Your rental includes the equipment plus any necessary accessories—paddle, leash, life jacket, etc. Wetsuits are available upon request where applicable.
Swimwear or activewear you don’t mind getting wet, sunscreen, a towel, water bottle, and a change of clothes. If you want to bring your phone on the water, we highly recommend using a waterproof phone case—available for purchase at our shops.
Huntington Beach
You can rent kayaks (single & double), stand-up paddle boards (hard-top), surfboards (soft & hard-top), and boogie boards.
It’s beginner-friendly, super scenic, and protected from ocean swells, which makes it a great for first-timers who want a mellow day on the water. Read more.
Nope! Huntington Harbour is known for being calm and flat—perfect for beginners! We’ll walk you through the basicsbefore you head out on the water.
All rentals launch from our private access at 11th Street Beach in Huntington Harbour. No waves, no crowds, just calm water.
You'll see scenic views of waterfront homes, small beaches and parks, boat-lined docks, and get to paddle underneath low-clearance bridges.
Wildlife sightings may include great blue herons, egrets, and cormorants, and occasionally, sea lions or harbor seals.
If you're interested in wildlife in Huntington Beach, we encourage you to visit the nearby Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve.
We have lockers available for rent (they're $6) if you want to leave your stuff in the shop. If you don’t want to rent a locker we recommend keeping your valuables in your car.
These are active canals so you’ll see quite a few powerboats out in the water. They have the right of way, be sure to stay alert.
Yes, there are several different beaches to stop at during cruise through the Huntington Harbor including Humboldt Park, Trinidad Park, and Seabridge Park.
Click here to read more, and to view a map of the canal which points out the locations of different small parks and beaches you can park your rental at.
Yes, you are welcome to bring food and snacks. Please dispose of any trash responsibly in waste bins once you return back to shore.
Our shop has a restroom. If you’re kayaking through the canals and need to use a restroom along the way, Seabridge Park has restrooms.
If our lot is full, there is plenty of street parking on the Pacific Coast Highway or across PCH on the green belt. If you’re going on the water with us, we request that you park in street parking spots on PCH.
Stay 20 feet away from docks and boats, powerboats have the right of way, and there is no tying off to private property.
Apparel
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Orders
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Sale items are not eligible for returns or refunds. All sale items are final sale throughout the year, except during Black Friday Sales, where we accept returns or exchanges for items purchased during that time period per our original policy. If you receive an item with a manufacturing defect, or the item you received does not correspond to its description, we will honor your return regardless.
Please note that all final sale items, late returns, worn or damaged items sent back without prior authorization will be considered forfeited, and will be handled at Everyday California's sole discretion.
Customers who ordered internationally are responsible for their return shipping fees.
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We accept returns for international orders, but the customer is responsible for all shipping fees.
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Based in La Jolla, California, Everyday California is a lifestyle company, offering ocean adventures and premium lifestyle apparel. Operated by managing partners Christopher Lynch and Michael Samer, the company specializes in guided kayak tours of the La Jolla Ecological Reserve and offers surfboard, paddleboard, kayak and snorkel rentals. Everyday California’s lifestyle line includes fine quality women’s, men’s and children’s apparel sold at its flagship retail store in La Jolla, online and in select locations throughout California.
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Sorry, only products in new unused condition will be accepted for returns.
Unused product may be returned for full refund within 60 days of purchase. Please allow 7-14 days from return receipt for credits to be issued.
Visit our La Jolla Flagship at 2261 Avenida de la Playa, La Jolla CA 92037 or our Huntington Beach store at 16910 CA-1, Sunset Beach, CA 90742.
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