Wow.. what an amazing tour. Thank you Lindsey!…read more This is Judith. I went with my husband and neighbors. We took a picture with the Polaroid! We want to thank you very much for educating us on the island. As first timers, we were struggling on what to do in a short period of time. This was a great way for sure! We learned so much and love how we as tourist contribute to keep the island going. Every dollar counts. I loved seeing the bisons ( tired and retired ) lol , the airport ( especially the oatmeal cookie ) and even learning about the plants! It was so cool and fun! I'm already planning my trip this month! Hope we can meet again! See you soon!

We had a great time on this two-hour Catalina Island tour. It was the perfect way to see parts of…read morethe island beyond Avalon while learning about Catalina's unique history and wildlife. The highlight was getting to see the bison close up. Our guide shared interesting stories about the island's past and pointed out several scenic spots along the way. The stop at the Airport in the Sky about halfway through was a nice break to stretch our legs, use the restrooms, and grab a snack before continuing the tour. If you want to see a little more of Catalina than just the waterfront area, I highly recommend this tour.

On a one day visit to Catalina Island, there is so much to do, see and eat…read more To start, rent a golf cart or wear good walking shoes because this port is not too big for tourist exploration. There is also a "Circuit" ride share that will take you around the island for $2 per person. Coming in by tender from a cruise ship is great. The docking area is in town and so close to everything. I exited the tender and walked along the waterfront where I passed a few children's playgrounds with a pirate theme. Then on to where the golf carts are rented. I walked to the pier (Green Pier) where there are bathrooms and many small shops all hoping for the tourist business. They carry the typical port souvenirs. After a long walk on this short pier I got to the end where there is many people fishing with poles and the little set ups they will sell you for a few dollars and the bait too. There are plenty of benches to sit and watch the boat come in and out of the harbour. There is a small beach area that has lots of pretty colored little rocks along the shoreline. The walk to the round Casino Building is pretty much the end of the road before a mountainside resort. I passed by some waterfront restaurants that were even crowded on a cloudy day. My walk back to the tender was quick and the ride back to the cruise ship was also pretty nice and calm.

Great day trip with smooth "sailings" there and back. Tickets were easy to get and upgrade as…read moreneeded.

We had a great time with 7 of us and Andrew as our guide !…read more From the start he let us know what we should expect and how bumpy and dusty it was going to be too ! He made sure we were all ok with heights and bumps and lots of great views . We were in awe of the things we saw and the endless pictures we were able to take . I highly recommend asking for Andrew to be your guide . It was 2 hours of pure fun and no regrets !!

I'll be honest, I was a little nervous at first. The group before us came back and a woman jumped…read moreoff the hummer looking totally frazzled, yelling "WARN THEM!!" which....yeah, not exactly comforting. So if you're on the fence or feeling anxious, this review is for you. We had Andrew as our guide and he was awesome. Before we even got on the open air hummer, he was very upfront that the ride would be bumpy and gave solid advice on where to sit if heights make you uneasy. That actually made me more nervous at first, but it turned out to be totally fine. The hummer never gets that close to the cliff edge, and it always felt controlled and safe. The views are unreal!!!!!! seriously breathtaking. We were lucky enough to see 2 bison, 2 Catalina foxes, 2 does, and a young buck. The tour before us saw zero bison, so we were thrilled. We even got to see them up close, which was incredible. As for the ride itself, I didn't find it nearly as bumpy as people make it sound. There were a few spots where the height felt a little sketchy, but in a "whoa" way, not a "nope, I regret everything" way. All in all, I'd absolutely recommend this tour. Don't let dramatic exit speeches scare you off, you'll be glad you did it. There's blankets available on the hummer in case you get chilly. Tips: - bring cash. TIP YOUR DRIVER!!!! - secure your hat and hair, so hat doesn't go flying off

We recently took the 50-minute scenic island tour with Catalina Adventure Tours, and overall, it…read morewas a great experience! The tour does an amazing job of hitting the highlights around Avalon, sweeping you up past the historic Catalina Casino, Lover's Cove, and all the way up to the incredible vantage points near Mt. Ada. The time absolutely flew by-the 50 minutes went by so fast because the narration was engaging and the views of the harbor below were stunning. It's a fantastic, quick way to get a layout of the island and soak in some great local history. The only real downside to note is that you aren't able to actually get off the vehicle to stretch your legs or take photos. Every picture has to be snapped directly from your seat in the open-air safari truck.

I usually hand out five-star reviews like candy (go read my mole exterminator review and see!), but…read moreI am breaking protocol because we just had the single most unhinged nautical event in Catalina. We booked tickets for the 4:15 submarine tour with three kids (ages 5, 4, and almost 2). We showed up at 4:09, feeling good, holding wonder in our hearts, and ready to look at some fish. We hang tight at the entry gate for a few minutes, and at 4:13, the "captain" violently emerged from the submarine hatch like he was on the sinking Titanic. He was at a vibrating level-10 panic before his feet even hit the deck. He glared at us and barked, "ARE YOU HERE FOR THE 4:15?!" We said yes. He immediately declared: "YOU'RE NOT ON THIS BOAT!" Before I could even process his immediate rejection, he snatched the paper receipt straight out of my hand and started screaming into the open air: "ARE THERE ANY SEATS?!" He might have been yelling at his coworker, who was an absolute angel trapped in a maritime hostage situation, or he was just screaming into the void. Honestly, 50/50 toss-up. We finally descend into the submarine. Plenty of open seating. Then, at 4:15 on the dot, our friend Vanessa arrived with her family. The captain intercepted her at the hatch and literally yelled "THERE'S NO ROOM!" into her face. Vanessa calmly asked, "Wait, did you overbook?" The captain threw his hands up and yelled that he had "NO IDEA HOW MANY RESERVATIONS THERE ARE!" Vanessa, using logic, held up the glowing confirmation screen and tickets on her smartphone. The captain stared at this modern technology, looked terrified, and screamed: "I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT THIS MEANS!" At this point, broken by the sheer reality of a customer with tickets, he relented: "FINE. But you'll all be seated separately!" We all sat together. Zero stars wasn't an option. I don't know who hurt this man, but if your dream is to get verbally assaulted on a dock by a "submarine" captain who is potentially on the comedown of a bender, this is the cruise for you!

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 were going to try out the submarine, we accidentally went to the "yellow" submarine tour…read morelocation to buy tickets and they were over $25 more each. Ticket! We went to Catalina as write tours and the very nice lady told Is that due to swells coming from Mexico the visibility would not be good at all she highly recommended us to wait for another day. He honestly not only saved us from a ruined trip but also gained them a forever customer, thank you for caring about your customers experience. Unlike the other tours available

SO MUCH FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!…read more Indiana Jones here I come!!!!!!!!! Loved it! This was my first time off roading and it was another best things I ever did check mark on my bucket list! During this 4 1/2 hour tour you really get to see what the whole island has to offer. We sat in the far back seats which gave to the whole feeling of a bumby off roading experience!!! Some of the Things I saw: American Bald Eagle & Nest Wild Buffalo Airport in the Sky Scenic Beaches Middle Range The cutest Fox Camping Sites and Walking Trails *Beautiful Views like no other A sneak Peek at the Zipline Eco Tour Soon to Be Winery Our tour guide KIM has given the tours for the past 6 years. I think it is a great idea to reach the top at the airport and take a break... walk around and enjoy their great food. It was great the cater to the weather by offering blankets in front of your seats and a complimentary free water. A++++ You wont be disappointed on this one! + She gives you a discount card for Avalon Grille at the end of the tour or 15% off next tour

Thank you Charles! This was Disney's Indiana Jones ride on a 2 hour steroid trip?! Learned so…read moremuch, loved the lunch break, the views?!? Worth every penny. You'll need a jacket and your camera, for sure, since you're in for some epic landscapes! You'll also likely get great wildlife sightings. We had two fox and one buffalo! Runs on time so feel secure in scheduling things around this tour. Overall, one-of-a-kind experience that is top-notch!

Flaked on a fishing charter last minute. Disappointed kids. Did not offer any other availability…read more Wouldn't count on them for a day out fishing.

Thank you Catalina Coastal Tours for an amazing day of fishing!! Captain Aiden of the RedRum had us…read moreon the fish in no time and the bites never stopped. We caught over twenty fish between the six of us during the four-hour charter, including four beautiful yellow tail. We are already planning our next trip over. Thank you for providing a memorable experience for my family!

Orlando was fantastic. He took us to many sights that included a great view of Avalon, the airport…read moreand we were lucky enough to see two bison. I learned a lot about Catalina Island that I didn't know. I enjoyed listening to his anecdotes from living on the island for the past 3 decades. I highly recommend the tour!

Such an awesome day! Jim was so much fun and informative about the island and history. We had the…read morebest time and and we highly recommend this company!!! The vehicle was roomy and comfortable. Book your trip now!!!

My kids love aquariums...and they love boats....so this seemed like a win-win, and it sooooo was!…read more We met the boat at the end of a small pier. The boat had an enclosed bench-seating area with all seats facing the center of the boat, which was made of glass and several feet below where we all sat. I was amazed by how clear the water was-even right next to shore. As we moved, our guide shared some local history and information about the marine life below us. We paused at several fish sanctuary locations, and the guide threw fish food into the water to attract more fish than we could count. The tour, which lasted an hour, was a delight for the whole family. All of the kids and kids at heart were thrilled by the many types of fish we saw. We were even fortunate enough to see a diving cormorant! The waves were not too bad on the day I went...even though my stomach usually gets queasy on smaller boats, this one didn't bother me. Maybe I was too entranced by the fish to notice. If I ever visit Catalina again and have time to do it, I'll be more than happy to go on this tour again. It was just long enough, and you never know what you'll see down there! Note--there is a public restroom at the beginning of the pier, but much of it was out of order, leading to some pretty long lines. Make sure you go before you get on the boat-no restrooms on board.

Not worth it, boat rocks a ton making you nauseous while looking down. Can't see anything but water…read morebubbles. Ive done every type of tour on the island and this was the least favorite. Try the submarine tour.

Our tour guide Dudley was very informative and clearly loved sharing his hometown of Avalon with…read moreus. He made the tour very fun for kids and adults alike. Highly recommend!

Everything about the two of us perfect starting from the guide her energy of telling us everything…read moreabout the island made us feel so connected and so intrigued towards knowing about the island the pick up drop-off services were amazing. The coordination was to the point. Definitely recommend this to everyone.