Catalina Island Tours

Discover the underwater world of Catalina Island during a 45-minute ride on a semi-submarine. The semi-sub allows you to view the marine life of Avalon Bay as you dive six feet (two meters) below the surface at Lovers' Cove. Stay dry as you get a close look at fish feeding around the submarine, then take in views of the island from your vessel's top deck during the return journey to Avalon.

Make the most of your time on picturesque Catalina Island—and explore the major highlights of the Avalon area—on this private golf-cart tour. Pick between numerous tour times, and meet your guide at your preferred local address. Then, hop aboard your golf cart for a fun and zippy way to explore. You’ll see landmarks like the Catalina Casino, will visit Pebbly Beach, will admire the Wrigley Memorial & Botanical Garden, and more.

This two-hour adventure tour of Catalina’s spectacular interior will introduce you to the unique and protected side of the island that few visitors get to see. We’ll venture ten miles to the Airport-in-the-Sky and be on the lookout for wildlife, including bald eagles, bison, deer and the endemic Catalina Island fox. Once we reach our destination, we’ll visit the nature center and see a Native American gathering site.

Tour the historic Village of Avalon with our local historian. Together you will walk through Avalon while exploring the spooky history and paranormal mysteries of Catalina. Learn the difference between a spirit or a ghost. Understand why Catalina is so haunted, and why our guide has proof of the other side. This is the only Ghost Tour on Catalina and has been voted one of the Top Ten Ghost Tours in The Country from USA TODAY.

This tour is a fun way to experience the ocean. It is a great way to learn how to swim in a mermaid tail safely, and gracefully. Learn how to do some bubble tricks underwater. Enjoy pictures and videos from your class of you as a mermaid! You will wear a mermaid tail, mask and snorkel. You can breathe, look for fish, and stay on the surface, or hold your breath and dive under, becoming a true mermaid. The Discover Mermaid™ experience introduces simple mermaid activities in a place with pool-like conditions, shallow enough in which to stand. It is designed as a flexible, informative, enjoyable, and controlled experience centered on letting you discover what it's like to mermaid dive. To enroll in a Discover Mermaid experience, you must be at least six years old. You need to be in good physical health and comfortable in the water. No prior experience with snorkeling, skin diving or freediving is required.

Departing from the iconic Balboa Pavilion in Newport Beach daily. Departing times vary depending on time of year see all times available when booking. Travel time is approximately 75 minutes from Newport Beach to Avalon, Catalina Island. This is one of the most easily accessible ports for residents/visitors of Orange County, Greater Los Angeles, Inland Empire and San Diego County to travel by boat from the mainland to Avalon, Catalina Island. This is the "largest" catamaran to Catalina Island and is state of the art, with three decks. The first deck is enclosed with plenty of seating and a snack bar. The second deck offers a full bar and additional indoor seating. The third deck is open air with seating in the California sunshine and offers stunning views during the trip. Enjoy “Speed – Service – Comfort”.

You will never forget how you feel when you put on a mermaid tail for the first time! It is so easy to let your inner goddess shine during this photoshoot. You will feel empowered, beautiful, and whimsical. We capture genuine smiles after your nervousness transforms into laughter and enjoyment! Our mermaid tails extend up past your belly button, giving you a very flattering silhouette. We offer all sizes for children, even toddlers, as well as women sizes 0-22. Mer-men are welcome with sizing available from S-XXXL.

For those who want to explore Catalina Island's town of Avalon at their own pace, this downloadable app is a great option. Download at your leisure and walk around the town; the commentary will play automatically as you hit each local highlight. The tour will answer all of your questions and provide you with hidden facts and figures about this exclusive island and town.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

See what lives in the Pacific waters surrounding Catalina Island on a 45-minute underwater cruise. As you sit comfortably in a climate-controlled cabin on board a large boat, you'll glide five feet (1.5 meters) below the surface to look for marine life in their natural habitat out of your own porthole. Along the way, listen to live commentary from a guide.

See the sights of Avalon on a quick tour that takes you along the waterfront, up the hillsides, and through the center of town. The quick, nonstop journey provides views and allows you to get oriented with Avalon and its attractions so you can better enjoy your time on Catalina Island. Learn about the island's history and heritage from a guide as you travel the loop.

Discover life under the surface of the Pacific Ocean on a glass-bottom boat tour from Catalina Island. Board your vessel in Avalon and enjoy views of colorful fish, coral, and other sea life while you sail. Listen to commentary from your captain about the local ecology and enjoy a relaxing time on this boating adventure.

A nearly century-old art deco landmark, the Catalina Casino offers a glimpse of old Hollywood glamour and history in a dramatic seaside setting. This small-group tour gives visitors to Santa Catalina Island a chance to see spaces in the Casino that were long hidden from public view, including the historic projection room and green rooms used by stars including Errol Flynn and Cary Grant.

If you’re looking to see California’s Santa Catalina Island, but also want to add some excitement to your day, try this Santa Catalina Island Race and Mystery Experience from Avalon. This experience is perfect for people who enjoy solving clues, as it sends you around the island to sightsee while you play and go on a fun, interactive mystery adventure.

Transform your Catalina Island getaway into a scavenger hunt adventure with a self-guided tour that takes you from hidden sites to Avalon’s glamorous waterside casino. Follow a trail of smart phone clues through the city as you explore with a group of 2–5 people, solve island-themed puzzles and complete a series of exciting challenges while learning local history. Trace the 2-mile route on foot, bicycle or golf cart, and take on the 3-hour island adventure at your own pace, with stops for eating, drinking and sightseeing.

Explore Catalina Island on a smartphone-led scavenger hunt for a team of up to 12 people. In addition to providing educational information and trivia, the scavenger hunt’s itinerary takes you to the most popular destinations on the island, including stops for food and drinks (own expense). The self-guided tour allows you to set the departure time and explore at your own pace.

Experience Catalina Island’s rugged outback on a 2-hour tour in an eco-friendly 4-wheel drive vehicle. Access the remote island interior as your expert driver-guide takes you off-road into Cape Canyon and along Sheep Chute Road. Keep an eye out for the resident herd of American bison, and learn about other local wildlife from your knowledgeable guide.

Ready for an adventure with your group or family? Then come Join The Crew and play the only Escape Room on Catalina Island. We are a classic family friendly affordable activity. With over 200 five star reviews you can trust that your party will have a unique and memorable experience. Free photographs, phone chargers, and AC. We book by reservation only.

Book your private transfer from Avalon Catalina Airport (AVX) to Santa Catalina island hotels and return. Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shared shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer. Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Book your private Departure transfer from Santa Catalina island hotels to Avalon Catalina Airport (AVX). Your driver will be waiting for you at a scheduled time and you will travel comfortably to your destination. • Meeting with a Nameplate • We track your Flight • Door-to-door Service • No Hidden Charges • Clean cars & Professional drivers

Don't have a lot of time but want to see the best of the Island? Discover the picturesque city of Avalon with our 50 minute tour. Traverse Avalon Canyon in The General (retrofitted military open air vehicle) while viewing iconic landmarks. This excursion includes the majestic 360 degree views that have made Avalon famous as the Bay of Seven Moons, Descanso Beach, The Casino and Avalon bay from Hog back Mountain. Photo opportunities will be available from your vehicle. The General is a higher profile vehicle which offers great views.