Burial at Sea

Simple, serene farewell where your body is respectfully laid to rest in the ocean, in alignment with maritime traditions & environmental care.

This is an intimate service that can accommodate up to twenty people. You may choose between a stainless steel casket or a biodegradable shroud.

Immediate burial
at sea

$5,000

Up to 25 people onboard the vessel.

More people can be accommodated with additional vessels (market price).

Includes a natural cotton shroud and weights.

Casket not included in package price.

burial at sea
+ ceremony

$5,800

Up to 25 people onboard the vessel.

More people can be accommodated with additional vessels (market price).

Includes 1 natural cotton shroud and weights.

Casket not included in package price.

Includes use of LifeSource staff and celebrant of your choice.

Casket and Shroud

Since terramated remains are treated just like any other human remains and can only be shipped via USPS Priority Mail Express or on a commercial airline. For those wanting all of the soil, it must be shipped via commercial airlines using a specialized container called an “air tray”.

Available bag sizes: small (~2 lbs), medium (~5 lbs), large (~10 lbs).

Shroud

from $450-$2,500

Included in Package Price:

This shroud is made from natural fibers and is specifically designed for ocean burials. Weights are added to the shroud to ensure that your person reaches the ocean floor to complete their cycle.
Alternative shrouds are available to purchase.

Stainless Steel

$9,000

These caskets are stripped of all non-metal, synthetic materials (think synthetic fabrics, and padding) to ensure that we are not polluting our ocean.
The casket is outfitted with 20x 2-inch holes and additional weights to ensure your person reaches the ocean floor to complete their cycle.

Contact us for pre-planning or immediate need pricing.

Process
steps

We believe in 100% transparency and are available 24/7 to answer your questions.

SCHEDULE A Consultation

Arrange and Transfer Care.

Meet virtually or in-person to discuss our array of sustainable deathcare services. Once services are arranged, we pick you up and bring you into our care.

Documentation.

LifeSource records and files the paperwork required to notify the State and County of your death.

Care and Preparation.

Once in our care, we bathe and prepare you for your ocean burial. You can choose to be buried in a weighted steel casket or biodegradable shroud, specifically designed for ocean burials.

Return to the Ocean.

Our trusted Captain will navigate you and your people to the ocean burial location of your choosing, where a celebration or memorial will be held before you are taken into Ocean care to complete your natural cycle.

SCHEDULE A Consultation

Celebrations and Memorials

What if your values could shape your legacy? Each of our sustainable deathcare options means your goodbye is not just an ending—it’s a gift to future generations. We work with you to find an end-of-life option that heals our planet and is perfectly tailored to your values and your story.

LifeSource is here to help so you can remain present and focus on celebrating and saying goodbye to your loved one. Don’t forget to ask us about our event planning services.

Immediate Need Plan Ahead

Traditional Viewing and Funeral Service

Traditional Memorial with Remains

Personalized Memorials

Personalized Scattering

Scatter at Sea

Memorial Tree at Better Place Forests

Permanent Keepsakes

Burial at Sea FAQs

What are the environmental benefits of Burial at Sea?

Burial at sea is not only less resource-intensive since it does not permanently occupy usable land but your carbon becomes sequestered in the ocean as your body nourishes marine life. Furthermore, there is no use of chemical preservatives since embalming is discouraged.

Where can I be buried?

Ocean burials must be performed at least 3 miles offshore. We offer ocean burials off the coast of Los Angeles, San Pedro, Long Beach, Santa Catalina, Redondo Beach, Point Vincent, and Point Fermin. Price varies based on location.

Why do you add weights?

Weights are added to ensure rapid sinking and to offset the buoyancy of the casket and person

How long is the boat trip?

The round trip with a celebration or memorial takes two and a half hours.

How many people can attend the burial?

The vessel can hold up to 20 people. Additional vessels can be rented to accommodate larger groups.

Is there parking available?

Free parking is available at the San Pedro Marina.

Start planning now to create new life from loss.

It’s never too early to think about a meaningful goodbye and consider how pre-planning can take the burden off friends and family.

Plan Ahead