What a fantastic and informative tour! I have visited Catalina Island many times throughout my…read morelife, and as much as I believed I already knew about the island and it's history, my knowledge didn't even scratch the surface of what John shared on this tour. He's an incredible story teller and you can tell how passionate he is about the island and it's rich history. I loved that he was so knowledgeable and able to speak to everyone's questions on just about any topic regarding the island's history. He truly is an expert and enjoys sharing his love and passion with others. He also shared great recommendations for activities and dining which helped make our trip even more special. I can't recommend this tour enough!

From the owner: Experience the island through the eyes of local expert John Boraggina, former curator of the…read moreCatalina Island Museum. From ancient heritage and WWII intrigue to Hollywood legends and hidden UFO lore, every private tour is shaped around your interests. Enjoy insider access to secret spots and culinary gems for a truly one-of-a-kind adventure.

Second tour here; another excellent experience. Phil and Sal are phenomenal, highly recommended…read more Stories are fascinating. I love the history of the island, but they both convey it in a way that makes these tours the highlight of my experience on the island. Too much to write. Take the tour, you will see!

There was no haunted tours the day we went but the store it self was awesome. Little store but it…read morehad some great, scary stuff inside. The woman at the register was very friendly. Any horror enthusiast who visits Catalina Idland needs to make a stop here!

Phil was a fantastic guide and had several interesting stories about the island and its history…read morewould highly recommend this tour.

We had an amazing night. The owner and her puppy were so welcoming and lovely! The tour guide was…read morefun and knowledgeable! Highly recommend to go at night!

This was one of the best tours I've ever been on with a local in Catalina very very very good very…read morevery very good Delightful experience

Because of Trek Catalina, I'm DEFINITELY coming back to this beautiful island. Juan is an awesome…read morehike guide, and an awesome person in general. We heard of Trek Catalina from our friends as they were leaving the hotel we stayed at, and juan was leaving brochures for the hotel. I'm so glad we got to meet him and go on this hike. Thanks, Juan, for an amazing adventure and showing us great views of the island.

Excellent tour! Very informative . We really enjoyed Marie made Avalon truly knew a lot about the…read morehistory of the island and the area.

From the owner: Avalon History Tours is a small family-owned business located on Catalina Island. We offer an…read moreauthentic and immersive experience led by knowledgeable guides who are local residents. Our hour-and-a-half-long tour covers approximately one mile of the island's charming and predominantly flat terrain, making it accessible to most guests. For extra convenience, guests aged 6 and over are provided with a headset to wear during the tour, ensuring they can hear the tour guide clearly. Get ready to delve into the rich history of Catalina Island, with a focus on iconic landmarks such as the Holly Hill House, the scenic Green Pleasure Pier, and the renowned Catalina Casino. Guests will discover the origins of the island's name, the visions of Shatto, the Banning Brothers, and how the Wrigley family transformed the island into its current state. Wander through the heart of Avalon, connecting the past with the present, one step at a time.

I debated with myself whether to give two or three stars and decided to be generous…read more The experience didn't start out too great. When we made reservations for a certain date, Mr LA surprisingly didn't even take down a name. When we arrived at the appointed place and time, Mr LA wasn't there. We called him and he said he'd be there within 15 minutes. Well, he approximately arrived after that time. We took Mr. LA's Culver City Food tour. For a food tour, I'd expect at least three tastings, hopefully more, but we got only one. We walked by many restaurants and he had something to say about several, but we never went in for a little snack. I got hungrier and hungrier hearing about the diversity, food and otherwise, in Culver City. Near the end of the tour, he finally took us into one place and bought so much of one thing that we couldn't even finish. He could have easily made us much happier by getting only one serving to share at this and two other places, maybe not even with the added chai tea. He wouldn't have spent any more money, but would have made us much happier. Other than the food, he started with some interesting facts, but towards the end, his knowledge kind of fizzled out. At one point, he told us one thing, but the sign next to the place said something different. I assume that whenever he mentioned years or dates, they were only approximate. He was a nice guy and I still learned a bit about Culver City, so I wasn't too disappointed, but I wouldn't take another one of his tours. Especially not for regular price; we had a Groupon. I should also mention that the tour only lasted about two hours, when it was advertised as a three hour tour.

I've been on a couple of MrLA Tours. Tom (the owner of MrLA Tours) is a walking encyclopedia of…read moreLos Angeles. It is astounding how much he knows, and his presentation is interesting and entertaining all at the same time. If you want to take a great walking tour in Los Angeles then you must do a MrLA Tour. I highly recommend it.

My boyfriend and I went for a quick day trip to spend some time at the island since he had never…read morebeen. We booked the 50 minute Discover Avalon tour and we loved it! It was the perfect amount of time to get acquainted will a little bit of Avalon and hear a few fun facts. Our tour guide was Laura and she was so funny and knowledgeable! I highly recommend the tour. A small warning, the tour bus is open air and a bit bumpy, so if you have injuries or issues with rough rides, I would maybe reach out to Discover Avalon and double check if you are good to tour with them :)

We took the bison expedition tour yesterday, Saturday, February 21, and had the absolute best…read moreexperience thanks to our guide, Andrew. From the moment we started, he was funny, warm, and incredibly engaging, while also being super knowledgeable and educational about the island and wildlife. What really stood out was how perfectly Andrew balanced the experience -- he knew exactly when to share great stories and facts, and when to let us simply soak in the sights, sounds, and beauty around us. He never rushed us and made sure we had plenty of opportunities for amazing photos and genuine wildlife sightings. We truly felt like we were seeing the island at its best. The tour felt safe, well-supported, and action-packed, without ever feeling overwhelming. You could tell Andrew genuinely cared about everyone having a great time and walking away with memorable moments. We also saw a fox and bison! Highly, highly recommend this tour -- and if you're lucky enough to get Andrew as your guide, you're in for a treat. Side note: when guides and drivers go above and beyond like this, please remember to tip. Andrew, if you ever read this -- thank you for such a fantastic experience. Hope your boss sees this and rewards you big time!