Are you looking for the best ocean-themed gifts for people who are obsessed with the sea, the sand, and the beach? You came to the right place! Whether you are looking for cute ocean gifts for her for him or for someone’s home, you will find 37 awesome gifts for ocean lovers in this post!
Are you short on time? And do you just want a quick recommendation? Here are the editor’s top three ocean gifts by budget.
- Large budgets: adopt a sea animal for charity (#2)
- Mid budgets: ocean-themed tumbler (#11)
- Small budgets: ocean-themed coloring book for adults (#31)
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Ocean-themed gifts for large budgets
#1 A trip to the ocean
Let’s start this list with the best gift for people who love the ocean; a trip to the ocean!
It doesn’t even matter what activity you do, as long as you take them to the ocean.
But some things you can think of include a picnic at the beach, kayaking, surfing, or sailing.
Check out Viator to find fun activities at the sea or ocean near the recipient’s home.
If you are not sure what type of activity the recipient likes, you can also go for a Viator gift card; The Global Experiences Card.
#2 Adopt a sea animal for charity
Alright before we continue, let me make this very clear.
I am suggesting adopting a symbolic sea animal here, not a real one!
So please remember, to never, ever, gift a living animal without first consulting the recipient.
Now that that’s out of the way, let me explain what this (symbolically) adopting a sea animal is all about.
Basically, you’re donating to charity.
You’re buying a package with some cute items related to the animal you’ve decided to adopt, such as a stuffed animal, a cookie-cutter, and a personalized adoption certificate. The money goes to Oceana, a charity that focuses on saving the oceans. So you’re not only making the recipient happy with this gift, but also the oceans and everything that lives there.
And that’s what makes this one of the best ocean-themed gifts for people with a sustainable heart.
#3 Monthly beach-themed box
This bi-monthly subscription box is one of the best sea gifts for her.
Every two months, she will receive a unique box filled with 4-6 handpicked beach-related items that ocean and beach lovers will adore!
You can go for subscriptions of one, three, six, or twelve months, depending on your budget.
#4 Ocean-themed earrings
Are you looking for ocean gifts for her?
Then you will find plenty of cool gift ideas in today’s post.
The first idea is ocean-themed earrings.
My favorites were the shell stud earrings, with different cute shell designs.
For more sea gifts for women check out #11 and #29.
#5 Floating sunglasses
The floating sunglasses by Rheos are great gifts for people who love the ocean. Because if they accidentally drop their sunglasses when they’re on the ocean, the glasses will stay afloat and they can simply pick them up.
It’s perfect for people who spent a lot of time on the water such as ocean lovers, swimmers, sailors, and surfers!
#6 Ocean-themed phone case
Are you looking for ocean-themed gifts for someone who is addicted to his or her phone?
Then an ocean-themed phone case is perfect!
I really loved the ocean marble phone case from Not on the High Street. But unfortunately, it’s only available for iPhones.
But there are over 47,000 different ocean-themed phone cases on Zazzle, and they also offer cases for Samsung phones. So head over to Zazzle if the recipient uses a different phone than the iPhone.
#7 Ocean-themed glasses
These shot glasses are my favorite gifts for marine life lovers. They can now take a shot with their favorite sea creature, without having to worry about getting stung or bitten! It’s the safest way to get close to a crab or a shark, and it’s a unique gift that they will love having in their kitchen.
#8 Tide clock
This customized tide clock is a great gift for ocean lovers because now they can plan their beach days and surfing sessions with precision and never miss out on the perfect wave. Plus, with a custom-printed map of their favorite waterway or coastline, it’s a personal and thoughtful gift that shows you really know their love for the ocean runs deep.
#9 Ocean wave night lamp
Bring a bit of the ocean into their bedroom with this ocean wave light!
It comes with ocean sounds too, so they can listen to their favorite sounds while drifting off to sleep, making it the perfect water-themed gift for people who don’t live close to the ocean.
#10 Bedsheets
These bedsheets are great gift ideas for ocean lovers because now they allow the recipient to sleep with the fish! But don’t worry, it’s not like in The Godfather.
These bed sheets are full of cute sea creatures, made from a soft and comfortable material, so they’ll feel like they’re floating on the ocean every night.
Ocean-themed gifts for mid budgets
#11 Ocean-themed gifts for her: necklace
These necklaces are another example of great ocean gifts for her!
There are many different options you can choose from, but I picked the two necklaces I loved the most.
The first one is the necklace in the shape of a wave, that’s available on Amazon. The second one is available on Not on the High Street and it’s a necklace with two pendants, a Larimar raw stone, and a whale tail.
For more ocean gifts for women check out #29.
#12 Ocean marble tumbler
Are you looking for sea-related gifts for people who love coffee?
Then these ocean-themed tumblers are perfect!
They are covered in a beautiful ocean marble style and they will keep the recipient’s coffee hot for hours!
#13 Funny ocean-themed shirt
This is one of the best gifts for people who love the ocean. A shirt that shows their love to the world, such as this “respect the locals” shirt. Though check out Etsy for many more designs.
#14 Octopus-shaper air plant hanger
Are you looking for unique gifts for sea lovers whose houses are filled with plants?
Then add another plant baby to their homes with this octopus planter!
#15 Ocean spa gift set
This is one of the best ocean-themed gifts for women who love the smell of the ocean.
If they can’t be at the ocean, at least this gift set will make them smell like the ocean!
#16 Beach shell collection box
This is one of the best ocean-themed gifts for people who love taking seashells and other things from the beach. They can collect all their beautiful shells in this box, so it functions as a decorative item as well as a memory box for ocean lovers.
#17 Apron
Do you need gifts for marine life lovers? Then this apron with a cute sea turtle is perfect!
They can cook and keep their favorite animal close at heart.
#18 Blanket
Wrap you favorite ocean lover in something they love dearly; an ocean-themed blanket!
Not only will it keep them warm and cozy, but it’s also a fun way to add a bit of the sea into their home.
#19 Travel guides for ocean lovers
100 dives or a lifetime: The world’s ultimate underwater destinations
This is one of the best ocean gifts for divers. National Geographic’s collection of the 100 best places to dive around the world!
Fifty places to sail before you die
Are you looking for sea gifts for sailors or boat owners? Then this is the best gift for them. Experts’ suggestions for the best places to sail around the world!
#20 Serving tray
Are you looking for sea-themed gifts for people who just bought a new house?
Then this cute tray is perfect! They can serve drinks and snacks to their guest with a touch of the ocean.
#21 DIY ocean-themed craft
Are you looking for sea gifts for people who love to decorate their home with an ocean theme and who love being creative?
Then this is the best gift you can get.
It’s an ocean-themed embellishment that’s ready to be painted by the recipient. The package also comes with six different colors of paint and a brush.
Technically, the craft kit is advertised as a gift for children, but I just thought it was also a great ocean gift idea for adults.
#22 Ocean-themed jewelry tray
If you are looking for cute ocean gifts for her, this jewelry tray is perfect!
She can finally store all her jewelry in one place, and with this cute print, she will surely remember to actually put it on the tray instead of anywhere else in her room. And who knows, she may finally stop leaving all her stuff around the house.
#23 Books about the ocean
Ocean: A global odyssey
This is a beautiful book by National Geographic that covers everything you need to know about the earth’s oceans. The book is written by the famous oceanographer Sylvia Earle.
Oceanology: The secrets of the seas revealed
This is one of the best gifts for ocean lovers who want to learn more about marine life.
Ocean: a visual encyclopedia
This visual encyclopedia is one of the greatest gifts for people who love the ocean but don’t have the concentration to read an entire book about it. This visual book will help them to stay focused!
#24 Moving sand art
Did you know that moving sand art such as this one has a soothing and relaxing effect?
Yeah, and that makes them great gifts for someone who loves the ocean, but who never has time to go. With this art box, they can still experience the peacefulness of a day at the beach, even if they’re just working in their office.
#25 Round ocean-themed beach towel
Are you looking for ocean gifts for people who also love chilling at the beach?
Then this enormous round beach towel with a turtle is perfect. It fits two people and it’s made from microfibers that absorb more water and dry faster than regular beach towels.
#26 Mug with hidden sea animal
Who doesn’t love spotting a manatee with their morning coffee? And with this cute mug, you can give your favorite ocean lover that pleasure each morning!
Just imagine their faces light up every time they finish their cup of coffee. With the manatee at the bottom, they will be ready to start their day instantly.
Ocean-themed gifts for small budgets
#27 Whale tote bag
Besides adopting a (symbolic) animal, this is one of the best sustainable gifts for ocean lovers; a tote bag.
The bag is made from recyclable material and lasts way longer than plastic bags.
#28 Coral reef jigsaw puzzle
Do you need sea gifts for people who also love jigsaw puzzles?
Then this 1000-piece puzzle of the colorful underwater world is perfect to transport them to the sea!
#29 Ocean gifts for women: ring
If you are looking for ocean-themed gifts for women and you’ve got a smaller budget, then one of these two rings is perfect.
You can either go for the one with a whale tail. Or go for the one in the shape of a wave. The latter is also a great gift idea for people who love surfing.
#30 Ocean-themed wall art
Are you looking for gifts for ocean lovers who could decorate their entire homes in beach and sea style?
Then ocean-themed wall art is the best gift you can get.
I quite liked the relaxing ocean wave photograph from Not on the High Street, but just check out Amazon for over 1,000 different sea-themed wall art ideas.
#31 Ocean-themed coloring book
Ocean-themed coloring books are great meditative gifts for people who love the ocean.
Did you know that coloring books for adults have been proven to reduce stress and anxiety?
#32 Ocean-scented candle
This is one of the best ocean gifts for people who love the smell of the ocean but don’t live close to the sea. With this scented candle, they can bring the smell of ocean mist right into their homes.
#33 Sea animal coasters
Protect their furniture in ocean style with these beautiful coasters! It’s a great gift idea for ocean lovers who just moved into a new home and who want to keep their home feeling new and clean as long as possible.
#34 Ocean-themed journal
This ocean-themed journal is one of the great ocean gifts for people who love to write or who keep a diary.
It’s also great for people who are leaving for a trip soon and who would like to keep a travel journal. The pages of this journal are lined, so they can keep track of all their fun memories.
Unfortunately, the journal doesn’t include specific pages for travelers, such as packing lists, planners, and emergency contacts. So if that’s what you are looking for, check out the 25 best travel journals I selected.
#35 Ocean-themed tea infuser
This starfish tea infuser is by far the cutest ocean-related gift for someone who loves tea! They can sit back and enjoy a cup of tea while dreaming of another day at the sea.
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Final note on gifts for people who love the ocean
Alright, thank you so much for checking out my post! I hope I was able to help you to find awesome gifts for ocean lovers. But since you are still reading this post at the bottom, I am assuming you haven’t bought anything yet. So perhaps I can help you by sharing the editor’s top three ocean lover gifts.
- Large budgets: adopt a sea animal for charity (#2)
- Mid budgets: ocean-themed tumbler (#11)
- Small budgets: ocean-themed coloring book for adults (#31)
