San Diego Recreational Activities

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La Jolla Kayak
Torrey Pines Glider Port
San Diego Zoo
Torrey Pines State Reserve
Downtown La Jolla
Downtown Del Mar



La Jolla Kayak

La Jolla Kayak offers daily Kayak tours with certified instructors.  Kayak the spectacular sea cliffs and 7 caves of La Jolla Cove.  No experience necessary!

Website: www.lajollakayak.com,
Phone: 858-459-1114

Location:  2199 Avenida De La Playa, La Jolla , CA 92307

·        Tour Rates & Info:  Single Person:  $45, Double Person: $70

·        Kayak tour of the 7 caves with a certified tour guide

·        Kayak tours are 1 1/2 hours and includes:  kayak, lesson,
         life vest, backrest and paddle.


Torrey Pines Glider Port

Imagine yourself soaring with the red tail hawks 500 to 1500 feet above the cliffs of Torrey Pines and the Pacific Ocean . Transcend the earthly bonds into a world of freedom, quiet, and exhilaration. Tandem flying with a certified instructor is a very unique experience.

Website:  www.flytorrey.com,
Phone: 858-452-9858

Location:  2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Drive , La Jolla , CA 92037

·        Tandem flight with instructor, 20-30 minutes

·        Paragliding tandem $150

·        Hangliding tandem$175.


San Diego Zoo

Visit the world famous San Diego Zoo and see the giant pandas and other amazing habitats like Polar Bear Plunge, Gorilla Tropics and Tiger River.

Website: www.sandiegozoo.org,
Phone:  619-234-3153

(Visit http://www.sandiego.org/attractions.asp for discounts)

Location:  2920 Zoo Drive , San Diego , CA 92101   

·        General Admission: $21

·        Online Admission: $32 includes unlimited use of  Guided Bus Tour,
         Express Bus, and Skyfari Aerial Tram     

·        Hours: Open daily 9:00AM-4:00PM


Torrey Pines State Reserve

Beautiful sandstone cliffs rise up 300 feet from the Pacific Ocean to greet miles of walking paths along the bluffs at Torrey Pines State Beach . Hiking trails take visitors through the reserve among the Torrey Pine, wild flowers and other plants and animals with panoramic views of the Pacific below.

Website: (Click Here)
Location-Directions:
Torrey Pines State Reserve is located between La Jolla and Del Mar, California , north of San Diego. From Hwy 5, exit on Carmel Valley Road and drive west for about 1.5 miles till you reach the Coast Highway 101. Turn left and proceed along the beach for about a mile. The park entrance is on your right just before the highway begins to climb the Torrey Pines grade.


Downtown La Jolla

Explore La Jolla ’s wonderful beaches, cultural activities and fine restaurants. La Jolla is an exquisite combination of a southern European resort atmosphere and Southern California fun.  In addition to fine restaurants, beautiful beaches and art galleries.

Website: www.lajolla.com


Downtown Del Mar

Del Mar is a peaceful two-mile stretch of prime coastal living.

In old Del Mar, red and gold hot-air balloons drift over green polo fields at sunset, and winding eastbound roads lead to mansions and ranches.

Website: (Click Here)