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Gotta love the Lion Camp and the food/drink options that are available right next to it. Service is quick! Nachos, hot dogs, pretzels with cheese and slushees! Steps away from all the live animals. Worth a visit! read more

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You have to walk a little to find this big camp and it is so worth it! As the name suggests, you will see lions in this safari camp themed exhibit. I like to come here often and each time there is something fun to see. These cats have big personalities too, and not everyone plays nice. The large family of cats includes: Mom and her sister dad 2 cubs approximately 1 year old 4 cubs approximately 6 months old. So momma kitty is really possessive and likes things just her way. She won't let her sister anywhere near her cubs. She did not introduce the 2 older cubs to the family, they only get to hang wiuth eachother. The most interesting scenario includes Mom, dad and their 4 giant babies. Crowds go nuts when all 6 kitties are in the showcase cage. read more

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15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd
Escondido, CA 92027
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LotsaFishies Aquarium Service

4.3

(10 reviews)

125 gallon SPS & LPS reef system with fish…read more I had an emergency tank removal and long term livestock storage (3-6 months) request October 2019. Then COVID happened... I understand the lag with the reinstallation, establishment and acclimation, thats a nonissue. However, I was assured my tank would be transported and quarantined appropriately and healthily...that was not the case! Chris was very friendly, accommodating and helpful with the $3400 project of relocating and storing my tank. It WAS dingy, but it was still a healthy ecosystem! Every time, he showed up ~around~ the agreed time, and seemed frazzled and rushed; I do understand and appreciate fast paced work. Mind you, he was careless with my respawned-dead-coral and my coral-bearing live rock. See the pics below. He broke most of the REAL coral pieces I had and "lost" or killed the rest. What I had respawned was OBVIOUSLY left in the can for months on a patio. Killing everything! I was told it would be taken care of...not the case! After months of waiting (due to the shutdown) we scheduled a setup and he provided the water (brackish at best, 1.016) and "dead rock" and a fraction of, my coral, but not the valuable branch and stag horn coral pieces I had previously. Nor MY fish, or colonies... he did offers a few condolence fish and cheap--cheap corals (lacking color to this day) and a sob story about how he had a "bad order" that killed everything of mine and most of his tank as well. Most of what he brought died within 72 hours... All the while, I was told my tank would be quarantined for the health of both systems...definitely not the case! After a few months of establishment with my "dead rock" and my own cleanings and water changes he calls to bring my livestock back and do a cleaning and a water change. I was appreciative but nervous, to say the least, as I had already put new animals in. However, he WAS gracious enough to use my test kit to check my basic water parameters. Ammonia, PH and nitrites (a 5 minute job I usually do myself) and add a bucket of his water, due to evap...which raised my salinity from 37 to 40. It took another 6 1/2 months to find another 3.5" porcupine puffer, a yellow tang, that died after a few weeks, and a blue tang that actually survived, after the second try... Previously, I had an 8" porcupine pufferfish that was VERY happy, not finicky and non-aggressive. He had a personality and, believe it or not, learned tricks! They're one of the smartest fish in the ocean. Yet, in return, I got an aggressive (wild) baby that wont eat when fed. He likes my inverts more. I've lost stars, coral, hermits, emerald, crabs and even cleaner shrimp... After all this, I talked to him about just having my tank back, nothing more, nothing less. Yet, in a seemingly childish response he brought me a dozen 'low-grade' corals, I didn't have before, didn't want, and didn't need and refused to take them back in a effort to quell my disdain. He reluctantly agreed to a ~one week warranty on everything he delivered but when I told him all but two them were dead within days, forcing me to do a 50% water change, he shrugged it off. Leaving me with a bland polyp colony and a dying hairy mushroom. He WAS, however, helpful with having my acrylic tank buffed to a 'minimum' standard which was appreciated. Im still missing pieces...

After a minor flood in my home, I needed to get my 180-gallon freshwater aquarium moved so new…read moreflooring could be installed. I did some research, requested price quotes, and finally settled on Chris at LotsaFishies because he had good reviews, was extremely responsive, and affordable. Chris was great at providing invoices promptly so I could coordinate with my insurance company for payment. The initial plan was to move the tank to another room in my home, then return it to the original location after the flooring was installed. In the midst of repairs, we purchased a new home. Chris was very flexible with the changing timeline and scope of work. He partnered with me to coordinate a schedule that worked to move the tank after closing escrow on the new home but quick enough to not delay the repairs on our existing home. Both moves were done quickly at the agreed-upon time without any issues. I would recommend Chris and LotsaFishies for any of your aquarium needs.

The Love Aquarium

4.3

(104 reviews)

For the Ichthyophiles in Escondido, you probably already know of The Love Aquarium on E Valley…read moreParkway, between Midway and Citrus on the south side of E Valley Parkway. Tucked away in an innocuous mall, as soon as you enter the driveway The Love Aquarium is straight ahead. Visiting The Love Aquarium is a tranquil experience away from the warm, dusty Eastside of Escondido. The employees are very knowledgeable and friendly. They have all the supplies you need to care for your aquarium, better than the pet store on the other end of Valley Parkway. You can learn a lot about the various aquatic creatures by just looking at the tanks upon tanks of fishes and asking questions on their journey from whatever exotic locations they came from. So, if you need help, supplies, advice or recommendations, come here ready to be educated and explore The Love Aquarium!!! Definitely a return visit call!!! I'll be back!!!

Came in yesterday with my mom Teresa. Doug was very helpful…read moreand kind. We learned a few things we were not doing right and things we need to do. My mom was very impressed with his perfectionism and knowledge. so was I. We will be going to them from now on for all are aquarium needs. Thanks for everything Doug. Teresa and Anthony...

San Diego Aquariums

4.9

(9 reviews)

Great service! He communicates well on scheduling & is always on time & does a great job!read more

Great aquarium. Lots of interesting sea life. Great way to spend 2 hours. I would highly recommend.read more

Aquatica Corals and Custom Aquariums

4.8

(49 reviews)

Such a great experience when we walked into the store! They had a great selection of fish and…read morecorals. Ethan was super helpful and informative. He helped me with all my questions since I just recently started my first saltwater aquarium. This store is a bit further for me but definitely worth the drive for the customer service, care, and quality you will find here!

So nice having an LFS in my neighborhood. Ethan is so helpful and informative whenever I pop in. I…read moreappreciate his knowledge and passion for the hobby! They did sell me a packet of expired Coral Rx once so docking a star for that - other than that it's a great store with lots of variety!

Live Water Aquariums

5.0

(9 reviews)

Great service and great prices. My filter in my pond was not working and needed work. I'm very…read morepleased with this company and my pond is on its way to looking clear again. Would recommend this place for sure!

Live Water Aquariums Transformed My San Diego Koi Pond - Absolutely Awesome Service!…read moreI can't say enough good things about Live Water Aquariums! They recently came out to my home in sunny San Diego for a full pond tune-up on my backyard koi setup, and wow--what a difference. The owner Mark himself showed up right on time, rolled up his sleeves, and dove right in (pun intended). He inspected everything from the filtration system to the water chemistry, cleared out some stubborn algae buildup, and even balanced the pH levels on the spot--our San Diego hard water can be tricky, but he nailed it without a hitch. My koi are swimming happier than ever, and the water is crystal clear, just like the Pacific on a good day. What's even better is that we signed up for their monthly maintenance plan on the spot. For a reasonable fee, they handle all the routine stuff--skimming debris, checking the pump and UV sterilizer, adding those beneficial bacteria to keep things eco-balanced, and monitoring ammonia/nitrite levels so I don't have to stress. No more weekend warrior sessions for me; I can just kick back in my backyard and enjoy the show. The guy is genuinely awesome--super knowledgeable, friendly, and treats your pond like it's his own. He shared tips on winterizing for our mild SoCal climate (like insulating the heater lines come December) and even recommended some hardy water lilies that thrive here. If you're in the San Diego area and need pro help for your pond or aquarium, Live Water Aquariums is the real deal. They've got my lifelong business. 10/10, would recommend to every fish-loving neighbor!

5 Star Aquariums

5.0

(26 reviews)

5 Star Aquariums really does earn their 5 STARS!! My…read moreaquarium was in such bad shape, the water where I live is extremely hard and fish just kept dying! I had given up on my tank ever sustaining fish and looking beautiful. Shane at 5 Star Aquariums came to my home and cleaned out the tank, filled it with proper water and brought everything else with him too! Gravel and lots of decorations to choose from. My tank looks so beautiful now and I am looking forward to getting some fish again. Thank you Shane!!

Always helpful!!! I was in a pinch for ro water after trying to go to our local store said open so…read morewe went in and they were actually closed. With no notice on the door.

Bob's Fish Services

3.0

(2 reviews)

Jonathan was extremely unprofessional and unreliable. He serviced my aquarium and 2 days later, all…read moreof my fish died. He denied that he was responsible and refused to replace the fish. I caution all of his existing clients as well as potentially new clients to go elsewhere.

Jonathan is really sweet. We have a single BETA fish. We don't want to hurt the little guy so…read moreJonathan comes in cleans his tank for us. It always looks amazing! We need more fish! Thank you, Jonathan!

Js Aquatics

5.0

(1 review)

I've been a little hesitant with services on my 187G mixed reef, but decided to reach out to a few…read morecompanies and came across Jason of Js. Aquatics. I'm so glad I did. He cleaned my tank with efficiency, was very thorough. Prices are extremely reasonable.

From the owner: We are a full service aquarium maintenance company. Offering goods and livestock…read more Extensive knowledge with a willingness to learn , attention to detail, and exceptional service are what we aim to provide.

San Diego Aquarium Cleaning

5.0

(4 reviews)

If you're looking for an expert to clean or have maintenance done, call Chris. He goes above and…read morebeyond what is expected of him. I called him and ask him to restart my tank since I traded tanks with my son. I went from a 55 gal to a 20 gal tank. Chis not only cleaned my tank. He went out of his way and bought me four convict cichlids to put in the tank since I had no fish in it. He is knowledgeable and upfront about the questions I ask. I will recommend Chris to my family and friends. Try him and you'll see what I mean about his personality and knowledge. Go for it!!!!

He was very amazing the day very fast response he fit me in super quick in his schedule definitely…read morewill be having him come out to clean my tank often .. I definitely recommend everyone to call him if you need cleaning services

San Diego Zoo Safari Park

4.2

(3k reviews)

If you've not been on a safari, this would be a good start for an experience and kids would enjoy…read moreit, as well as adults. Warning: it's a huge safari park so expect to walk a lot! Bring a stroller or a wagon for young kids as it'll be a lot to carry them if you don't. Another pro tip is that if you have a few days, you can easily spend two, maybe three days here at this Safari park if your kids love to just look at the animals and/or engage the volunteer park service members with questions. They are ready to answer and engage your kids! Fantastic. When: we went twice at the end of June, once a Sunday and on a Tuesday. Experience: due to the June gloom, weather was nice and very tolerable compared to the usual summer heat. It was mostly in the low 70s to maybe mid 80s by the end of the day. So not bad for this time of the year, though a usual one. Because of this nice weather, we were able to just stay at the Safari park for the whole day or most families with kids would leave by lunch or after lunch when the mid day heat would have turned them out of the park. Pro tip: start with the Africa Tram upon arrival. You gotta make your way towards the end of the park so to get in line as the line only gets longer by the minute. It's a 25 mins loop but what an amazing experience of the African Savannah with all the wildlife minus predators. Start early as wildlife is most active when it's cool and morning, since the day heat would gradually begin to turn them towards tree shades and being less active. Both days we went on the tram, once at 11 and the second time at 9. Be strategic with what you will cover due to the size of the safari park. Determine it by location so you're not doubling your walk - of course unless you're trying to get more steps. For family with kids who love zoos and animals, and you're planning to go to the safari park or SD zoo for at least 3 times altogether, get a membership! It pays off with three visits for a family of 4. Some membership levels have perks such as PRIORITY boarding at Africa Tram (allowed us to bypass a 90 minutes line on Sunday and a 45 minutes line on Tuesday) and the priority boarding applies to the guided tour bus at SD zoo. At Safari park, you also get preferred parking for free! For family of four with two adult guests on a day, we got the wildlife champion membership and the wildlife explorer for the kids. This gave us access to all the perks and fully utilized the membership. And since we're planning to go again before membership expires, this is the best way to go to both Safari park and zoo! Weekends is busier and all stores and cafes are open, but weekdays with less visitors have some stores and cafes open on limited hours which is fair. It gives you different experiences between the two.

We visited Safari Park today, July 7, 2026, what a disappointment. I hurt my back prior to our San…read moreDiego vacation and need a walker to move. We are traveling with friends, one is having knee replacement surgery in 6 weeks and cannot walk far. The park professes to be disability accessible. They are not. At the gate before purchasing $156.00 tickets (per couple) we specifically asked if there was much walking, that neither one of us were able to walk far. We were specifically told that as soon as we entered the park there was a shuttle available to take us about. That was not/is not true. Furthermore, we were treated rudely when asked for assistance to the shuttles. Not until after paying admission and entering the park did we realize the shortest distance of walking was a block and more. It was exhausting and with the heat this day, it was dangerous. The employee who misrepresented distances should be dismissed and the park should remove their disability claim. We entered the park at noon and it was 2PM before we were able to reach the park safari shuttle. One other concern. When on the tour shuttle we were constantly lectured about our lack of care and concern for the environment, animals and conservation. The narrative was off putting and insulting. I do not recommend this park for anyone. It is expensive, there are not a lot of animals, the bathrooms are filthy, and some of the employees are rude and untrained.

Sugar Sweet Farm

5.0

(117 reviews)

Our son Cruz has been going to Sugar Sweet Farm since he was 6 years old. Last summer, as he was…read moreapproaching 12, we thought it would probably be his final camp season. We were wrong. He signed up again this year, and when we picked him up today, he couldn't stop talking about all the fun he had--just like he did when he was 6. Seeing that kind of excitement after all these years truly melted our hearts. Now, Cruz is already looking forward to becoming a counselor one day. Elizabeth, Farmer Bubba, and the entire team are simply the best. You've created a place where kids make memories that last a lifetime. Parents, if you're looking for an incredible summer camp experience, Sugar Sweet Farm is the place to be. Thank you for all the memories.

I brought my 16month old nephew to here. We had so much fun and had an amazing day here…read more Sign up and sign the prior visit. Lots of animals and activities for kids. Turtle, chicken, snakes, lizards , dogs, bunny, horses, rabbits.. etc For activities; play grounds, face painting, art class, play room I would definitely bring him here again.

Fletcher Cove Park

4.6

(174 reviews)

Been to this park a couple times .. once by myself and once with family. It's so nice here! There's…read morea small lot which makes parking kind of tricky, especially on the weekends.. however there are street parking and another lot across the street if you're lucky. There's a playground for kids to enjoy.. lots of park bathroom stalls available (with toilet paper and soap)! And the beach is only a short walking distance away. The views are spectacular and we all had a great time enjoying the scenery

Love love love this cove and park! Breathtaking views, nice park, and easy access to the beach. My…read morefavorite!! I am hooked on this spot Such a peaceful experience. The flowers here are beautiful and really add to the park ambiance as well. Bring a picnic, enjoy the views, and soak it all in. This place really makes you appreciate the beauty all around you.

Adventure Water Sports

4.2

(120 reviews)

Highly organized and professional, gave us a clear rundown of all the rules including speed limits…read morethroughout the bay, how to operate the jetski, etc. Had us watch an instructional safety video, even had us video with our own cameras the entire perimeter of the jetski itself so as to ensure no confusion in assessing for damage afterward which im assuming had been an issue in the past with other customers. But this is the right way to do it, esp with these frequently rented vehicles that can easily sustain minor damages if handled carelessly. The dude at the dock is also very helpful in helping you ride away from and approach the dock, the latter of which can be a little tricky. Other jetski rental services in the area have been far less clear and professional in my experience. And why deal with the choppy waves and high traffic of the Coronado area. Mission Bay's where it's at yo! And that makes this the go-to for some of the best jetskiing you can experience in SD and I'd say SoCal in general. Thank you guys for making my 11 yr old's birthday one to remember! (This is all he wanted to do lol)

Super friendly staff! We were staying at the Dana, so decided to rent a jet ski! Super easy process…read moreand everyone working was very friendly and helpful. There a quite a bit of rules to follow once you are in the water, so pay attention to the video and orientation. My only feedback, is there is no way to tell what time to come back to avoid extra charges. I didn't want to risk brining my phone if we flipped, so we ended up coming back about 20 mins early. I would recommend a water watch to bring, even better if they provided them to guests. Super fun!

Havasu Powersports

5.0

(34 reviews)

So stoked I found this spot. Took me a long time to find a great mechanic to work on my Yamaha FX…read moreSVHO. A lot of jet ski repair shops have mixed reviews, there is a reason this place doesn't have any bad reviews. They take tremendous pride in their work and customer hospitality and do the job the right way. I took my machine here after another shop botched an install. I won't be taking my Waverunner anywhere else. Highly recommended.

Arteen is amazing! My ski needed a tune up and a seat re…read moreupholstered. I had a tangle in my impeller. He was so polite, very knowledgeable, professional, truely cares about your issues and safety. Turn around was in a few days. I'm so happy

James A Stone Swimming Pool

3.3

(3 reviews)

Located behind the California Center of the Arts, the James A. Stone Municipal Pool is used for…read morevarious activities including party rentals. opening swim hours, and sports practices for water polo. Check website for more details on events and rental opportunities. Details - 25-yard swimming pool Small children's pool Heated Summer Open Hours - Saturday - Sunday: 2 - 6 p.m. Issues - Lots of homeless milling around area and parking lot. HUGE cockroaches after dark..

This pool is great. I've done open swim here a half dozen times. The staff is great, pool is clean,…read moreand I really appreciate that it's heated. There are gender specific locker rooms and showers. I've only had good experiences here.

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