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    Private Guided 1-Tank Shore Dive in La Jolla Cove

    Dive La Jolla Cove with a private guide and full scuba gear

    From$265/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 to 2.5 Hours

    Includes

    Full scuba gear, Tanks, Weights

    Highlights

    Explore La Jolla Cove on a private, guided 1-tank shore dive designed for certified divers who want a personalized experience. Dive in the La Jolla Marine Sanctuary and join your guide for a detailed briefing before you enter.

    • Dive with a private guide with a maximum of 1 diver per guide
    • Enter from shore at La Jolla Cove with short surface swim to the descent point
    • Reach depths up to about 35 feet with average bottom time of 50 to 60 minutes
    • Meet at 7:00 AM near Ellen Browning Scripps Park
    • Observe marine life in the La Jolla Underwater Park where fishing and removal are unlawful

    What's Included

    • Private dive guide (instructor or divemaster)
    • Site and marine biology briefing
    • Full scuba gear package (mask, snorkel, fins, boots, gloves, hood, 7mm wetsuit, BCD, regulator, dive computer)
    • Tanks and weights
    • Bottled water and non-alcoholic beverages

    Things to know

    Scuba certification required and you must bring photo ID and proof of certification. Minimum age is 13, and children under 15 must be with a parent or guardian and weigh at least 100 lbs/45 kg. You must be in good physical condition and able to carry one tank unassisted.

    Standard gratuity for activity guides is 15% of your tour price or $10 per dive per diver.

    Cancellation Policy

    72-hour policy. More than 72 hours before start: 20% cancellation fee. Less than 72 hours before start or no-show: 100% fee (no refund). Full refund if Dive Guide cancels due to unforeseen events, adverse weather/ocean conditions, or unsafe diving conditions.

    FAQs

    Yes. You must show proof of certification from a recognized training agency such as SSI, PADI, SDI/TDI, NAUI, and others.

    Expect stairs to access the water and a small surf entry on some days, with a short surface swim to the descent point.

    Depending on season and site, you may see sea lions, harbor seals, Giant Black Sea Bass, Seven Gill and Soup Fin sharks, horn and leopard sharks, bat rays, sting rays, octopus, and Garibaldi.

    Meeting details

    La Jolla, California

    Experience provided by Dive California
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    PRIVATE La Jolla 1-Tank Guided Shore Dive

    $265

    Ages 13+ | 2 to 2.5 hours

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