 The Great Outdoors
Come experience the great outdoors in San Diego. With a year-round, near-idyllic climate and varied terrain that includes beaches, lakes, canyons, mountains, deserts and bays, San Diego is made for outdoor fun! From scenic and challenging bike paths and hiking trails to a spectacular open cockpit biplane ride along San Diego's spectacular coastline, we've got endless options for exciting adventures just waiting for you.
Other Springtime Highlights:
Spring Getaway Specials,
Springtime Fun at the Attractions,
Cinco de Mayo
Satisfy the active adventurer in you by personalizing a hiking, biking or kayaking trip according to your fitness level. The following tours offer fun, adventure and some spectacular scenery!
La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour - approximately 2 hrs.; includes kayak, paddle, PFD and guide fees.
La Jolla Plunge! (Bike Tour) - approximately 3 hrs.; includes scenic picnic lunch at La Jolla Cove.
Hike Torrey Pines Reserve - approximately 2 hrs.; includes water and snacks following the tour.
Full Day Hike Bike Kayak Leisure Tour - approximately 8 hrs.; includes lunch, water, snacks, guide fees, bike and kayak rental, and appropriate safety equipment.
Want to take your love of the outdoors to new heights? Reserve a flight on an open cockpit biplane and take a friend along for FREE.
Del Mar Run -Open Cockpit Biplane Rides for 1 or 2 -30 minute flight takes you down the coast and over Rancho Santa Fe.
Torrey Tour -Open Cockpit Biplane Rides for 1 or 2 - 40 minute flight offers spectacular views along the beach from Carlsbad to Torrey Pines.
Surf's Up Beach Flight -Open Cockpit Biplane Rides for 1 or 2 - 50 minute flight takes you over San Diego's sand, surf, lakes and floral hillsides.
La Jolla Coaster -Open Cockpit Biplane Rides for 1 or 2 - 60 minute flight offers views of Del Mar, La Jolla, Torrey Pines, SeaWorld, Coronado, and more!
Would you like to discover a San Diego you won't find in the guidebooks? The following tours will take you away from traffic, crowds and tour buses with a variety of fun, and unique walking and biking tours.
Discover Pacific Beach Bike Ride - take a relaxed 2 to 2 1/2 hr. spin through quirky Pacific Beach, Mission Bay and La Jolla. Great for all levels.
Canyons, Parks and Bridges Walking Tour - nature lovers will enjoy exploring the quaint neighborhoods of beautiful Balboa Park. Tour is approximately 2 hrs. with no steep hills.
Downtown with a Difference Walking Tour - discover the hidden sights of downtown San Diego. This 2 hr. tour will take you through East Village, the historical Gaslamp District, Seaport Village, the marina on San Diego Bay, PETCO Park and more!
PB's Surf and Tiki Tour - walk 2-3 miles through quirky Pacific Beach and Mission Bay Park to see over 20 Polynesian Tiki statues and other unknown areas.
Come explore some of the finest scenery along the coast of San Diego and
take in a surf lesson along the quiet shores of La Jolla.
Kayak Tour of the 7 Caves of La Jolla - 11/2 hour tour includes a tour guide, kayak lesson, life vest and paddle. Fun for all ages; no experience necessary.
The Single Kayak Rental - 2 hr. rental includes kayak, life vest and paddle.
The Double Kayak Rental - 2 hr. rental includes a double kayak, life vest and paddle.
One Hour Surf Lesson - 1 hr. lesson is great for beginners.
More Great Outdoor Activities
Howard Johnson SeaWorld / Airport - Rates from $66 based on availability
Mission Valley Travelodge - Rates from $68 based on availability
Inn at Mission Bay - Rates from $69 based on availability
Mission Valley Resort - Rates from $75 based on availability
Sommerset Suites Hotel - Rates from $88 based on availability
Surfer Beach Hotel - Rates from $99 based on availability
Sheraton San Diego Hotel, Mission Valley - Rates from $139 based on availability
Best Western Island Palms Hotel & Marina - Extended Stay Discount - Rates from $99 based on availability
Looking for a quick, natural escape from the urban hustle and bustle? Located only eight miles northeast of downtown San Diego, Mission Trails Regional Park offers over 40 miles of trails to accommodate hikers, mountainbikers and equestrians; boating on Lake Murray; and camping on Kumeyaay Lake. Encompassing nearly 5, 800 acres of both natural and developed recreational acres, the Park also offers numerous informative hikes, campfire talks and special programs. A good place to start your exploration is at the state-of-the-art Visitor & Interpretive Center where you may be greeted by Kwaay Paay (meaning chief in Kumeyaay), the Center's resident feline. For more information, call 619-668-3281 or visit www.mtrp.org.
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