Paddle Laguna’s coastline and look for seals, sea lions, and dolphins
1.5 hours
Kayak, paddle, life jacket
Launch from Fisherman’s Cove in North Laguna and follow your guide along coves, cliffs, and kelp beds on a small-group ocean kayak tour. Learn paddle basics, then keep an eye out for local marine life along the way.
You must be able to swim. Ages 8+ can paddle in a tandem with an adult; children ages 3–7 can ride free in the middle with two adults.
Not cancelable within 48 hours. Cancel 48+ hours before the tour for a full refund. Full refund if La Vida Laguna cancels due to unsafe conditions. They may cancel at any time due to changing ocean conditions, or if the minimum of 2 bookings is not met, with a full refund.
No. Your guide covers paddle basics before you launch.
Yes. Kayak tours are for everyone who can swim.
Wear a bathing suit or swim trunks and a T-shirt. Bring sunglasses with a strap, a hat, sunblock, water, and a towel.
Laguna Beach has a lot to offer visitors, but having a great local guide makes all the difference, and that's exactly what this outfit delivers. Their e-bike tours, kayaking excursions, hiking trips, and surf lessons are all led by knowledgeable, enthusiastic guides like Rob, Jake, Doug, and Charles, who consistently earn praise for their expertise and ability to make guests feel at ease. One longtime Laguna visitor admitted that after 50+ trips to the area, a bike tour with Jason finally made them feel like they truly knew the city. The range of activities means there's something for different comfort levels. First-time e-bikers report feeling confident within minutes, and ocean kayaking beginners describe feeling safe despite having no prior saltwater experience. Surf lessons with Jake get particularly glowing feedback, with one guest landing her first wave on the very first try. Guides go beyond just leading the activity, sharing local history, pointing out scenic stops, and adding the kind of context that turns a fun outing into something genuinely memorable. With a near-perfect rating across hundreds of reviews, the consistency here is hard to ignore. This doesn't feel like a polished tourist operation running people through the motions. It feels personal, and that comes through in almost every review.
We had a great experience. Our guide was fantastic. Taking care of us and providing insight into the local environment.
Dale Clark
June 28, 2026
We had a great experience. Our guide was fantastic. Taking care of us and providing insight into the local environment.
Dale Clark
June 28, 2026
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