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Catalina
Island
has exceptionally clear waters and a wide variety of colorful marine
life. Within just a few miles of Avalon you can see a sea lion colony,
thriving kelp forests and schools of flying fish. Those who venture
farther down the island's coast are rewarded with isolated beaches,
idyllic coves and rugged cliffs. Some are lucky enough to see wild
boar and mule deer on the hillsides, and bald eagles crossing the
sky. Whales, dolphin, flying fish and sea lions can also be spotted
from the boats. Tours can sell out, especially during summer and
on busy weekends. If you're interested in either Discovery or Adventure
Tours you can book early, at the mainland boat terminals. In Avalon
tickets are also for sale at the Avalon boat terminal, or on the
green Pleasure Pier. All boat trips for Discovery Tours and Catalina
Adventure Tours leave from the green Pleasure Pier.
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NEAR
AVALON
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Glass
Bottom Boat
In 1897 the first glass bottom boat, a row boat, took visitors
to see the "undersea gardens". These days the tour is more
high-tech, with some boats offering underwater searchlights.
The narrated trip lasts from 40-45 minutes, and offers fine
overhead views of fish and plant life. Night trips feature
marine life that isn't often seen during the day, such as
lobsters and sharks. Catalina
Adventure Tours
and Discovery
Tours.
Trips leave from the green Pleasure Pier.
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Undersea
Catalina Adventure
New semi-submersible submarines provide an eye-level view
of the Undersea Gardens. Discovery Tours offers this 40 minute
trip, with both day and night cruises. Trips leave from the
pier. Catalina
Adventure Tours.
Reservations taken. Trips leave from the green Pleasure Pier.
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Harbor
Cruise
Take a Harbor Cruise aboard the water taxis. Generally used
to shuttle yachtsmen and cruise ship passengers to shore,
these open air boats also provide 35 minute tours of the bay
and surrounding coves. They leave from the float on the end
of the pier. Catalina
Adventure Tours. Trips leave from the float at the end
of the green Pleasure Pier.
ALONG
THE ISLAND'S COAST
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Explore
Catalina Day Trips
We will help you plan a day exploring Catalina at your own
pace. Plan a day trip, picnic and swim at Little Harbor, enjoy
dining, snorkeling or kayaking at Two Harbors. Along
the way enjoy a bus ride through the island's interior in
one direction with a trip along the coast line in the other
direction. Several daily departures. June 26 th through October
5th. Bus only the rest of the year. Call 800-785-8425 for
more information.
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Flying
Fish Boat Trip
These fish use their large fins as wings, and break surface
to escape predators, sometimes gliding hundreds of feet. The
guide uses high-power searchlights to spot the fish. A one
hour cruise, leaving nightly through the summer. Discovery Tours.
Trips leave from the green Pleasure Pier.
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Kayak
Trips
Expert guides lead excursions along Catalina's rugged coast.
Aboard easy-to-paddle "sit on top" kayaks, you can see animal
life along the hillsides, and marine life through the clear
waters. Most trips pull out on isolated beaches for a snack
or meal. Single and double kayaks are available. Catalina Island Expeditions and
Catalina Kayak Adventures
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Seal
Rocks Cruise
Enjoy an open-air one hour trip to Catalina's east end, to
visit a sea lion colony. You'll pass the Connely Pacific rock
quarry, used to build much of L.A. harbor, and see some of
the island's steepest coastline. Discovery Tours.Catalina Adventure
Tours. Trips leave from the green Pleasure Pier.
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Seamagine/Submarine
Tours
Enjoy exotic submarine rides through the sea-life rich waters
around Catalina's Main Harbor. Exceptional under water view.
A unique submarine experience for all ages. For more info
(909) 626-6262
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Sundown
Isthmus Cruise
Get a good look at the Island's leeward coast and visit the
rustic village of Two Harbors at Catalina's isthmus. Explore
the area with a local guide. Bring a picnic dinner, or dine
at the Harbor Reef restaurant. Then see flying fish on your
return to Avalon. This 4-1/2 hour tour leaves nightly in the
summer. Discovery Tours.
Reservations taken. Trips leave from the green Pleasure Pier.
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