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Catalina Island offers an array of marine sports and unique ocean tours. Whether you are looking for a relaxing tour or a challenging activity, you will find many options below.
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Glass Bottom BoatThe crystal clear waters of Lover’s Cove are home to a rich variety of undersea life. On the glass bottom boat the guides help you identify fish, plants, and other ocean inhabitants that live in the giant kelp forests. |
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Flying Fish Tour (Seasonal)You have to see it to believe it, fish really do fly!! Take a nighttime cruise aboard the open deck Blanche W as spotlights capture these amazing marine animals in action. |
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Semi Sub and Undersea TourCome face to face with Catalina’s abundant marine life by sitting five feet underneath the waterline. The fish are fed from the captain so that the fish will surround the entire vessel. The yellow Semi sub allows you to purchase fish food and shoot it from your window so that the fish come directly to you. This tour is highly entertaining for the whole family. |
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Seal Rocks TourAn open boat ride towards the East end of the island to view the numerous Seals that reside in a pristine untouched coastal area about 20 minutes from Avalon Harbor. The experienced captain will offer up delightful anecdotes of island history along the way. |
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Guided Kayak Tours90 or 120 minutes. You will be led on a scenic tour along Catalina's leeward shores. Your guide will teach you the basics of paddling as we glide over colorful garibaldi, kelp forests and perhaps bat ray and leopard shark. We'll watch for the resident bald eagle and haul out for a short break and or swim before the return paddle to Avalon. |
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Kayak RentalsYou can also venture down the coast and explore undeveloped coves and beaches on your own. Rentals are by the hour, half day, or full day rentals. |
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SnorkelingA short walk over to Lover's Cove Marine Preserve awaits an abundance of fish waiting to be fed. There you can spot garibaldi, button perch, calico bass and more as they eat from your hands. If you can swim you can snorkel. |
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Ocean RaftingThis excursion will show you about 10 miles of the Island's coastline. Your captain will explain the history and geology of the Island. We will stop to take pictures and experience the Island's bald eagles. After a break for soft drinks and to answer questions, we depart offshore two to three miles in search of dolphins on our run back to Avalon. When we find a pod of dolphin we will position the raft in the middle of the pod which allows you to get eye to eye with these beautiful marine mammals. |
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Fishing with Afishinado ChartersMany of our charter customers are families and first time fisherfolk looking for a unique experience during their visit to Catalina Island. You will catch fish on our charters, more importantly, we will teach you the basic skills and 'fish sense' needed for Catalina Island fishing success. |
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ParasailingThere isn't a better or more exhilarating way to see the scenic majesty of Catalina. You stay comfortable and dry (unless you request otherwise) high above Avalon Bay to absorb the sights, while experiencing the surprisingly peaceful sensations of flight. So make the most of your trip to Catalina with a parasail ride. Because the scariest part is knowing it has to end. |
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Jet SkiZoom down Catalina’s rugged coastline on your very own Jet Ski. Just a short harbor ride out to “The Barge” where their professionals will give you a quick rundown on watercraft safety before you hit the high seas at high speed. |
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Massages by the Sea (Seasonal)Treat yourself to one of the most extraordinary massages you will ever experience. With the ocean and its surroundings set as your background you will melt during this hour long Swedish massage. |
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Scuba DivingEnjoy a half day cruise on a great dive boat that ventures to the best dive spots around the island. The boat is stacked fitted with 2 wide-easy exit ladders, 3 hot shower heads, 2 camera tables, fresh water equipment & camera rinse tank, toilet, and sink. |
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