Solid crew and a great experience all around. We rented…read morekayaks here during the off-season, which we really appreciated -- not every place stays open, and the water was absolutely beautiful. The team was chill in the best possible way: efficient, relaxed, and clearly experienced. They got us in the water quickly, gave clear instructions, and were right there when we returned. No stress, just a smooth, well-run operation that lets you enjoy Catalina the way it's meant to be enjoyed.

Highly recommend this rental spot. The first time we went my husband and I rented a kayak and…read moresnorkeling gear for two. It was so nice to have four wide hours in which to explore, there was no clock ticking on our rental. we got a nice long paddle in. Snorkel gear is one price for the day. Pitts was enormously helpful as we grilled him with questions about where to go and the best snorkel spots, the staff walked us through everything from loading our boat to putting us out to sea. We followed Pitts' advice and checked out some really amazing coves, we snorkeled with sea lions, saw beautiful fish. We got the boat back early and took the snorkel gear out right in Descanso and saw a world of sea life. Personable crew--we felt like they would have our backs if something came up. Nothing was stressful about the rental which is what you want on vacation.

Great experience! I…read morebooked a Kayak and Stand-up Paddle Board online 3-months in advance of our arrival to ensure we would have access to them when we arrived. I'm so glad I did because while we were signing the wavers, people were coming up asking about rentals and they were sold out of everything for the day. The online reservation process was quick and easy. Rentals are for a minimum of 2 hours and you have to choose your date and block your arrival time. After arriving, we had a short wait to get into our rentals. Their process was very efficient. The only downside is that they are located in the busy marina with the boats/yachts. My daughter was so excited about her kayak that she wasn't paying much attention to her surroundings, she didn't notice that a yacht was leaving the marina and headed right for her. It came so very close to plowing her down. Just watch your surroundings and you'll be just fine. Overall, everyone had an absolute blast. My daughter was absolutely shocked when a seal swam right up to her Kayak, poked his head out, made some noises, then playfully splashed water on her. Definitely a once in a lifetime experience. Highly Recommended!

The guy who helped us was pretty nice. He gave us a tip on where to kayak for the best view and…read morehelped us get strapped in as it was my first time. Side note: Don't wear regular shoes because you will get very wet and don't aim for the smaller coves along the shore because it was way harder to get out of. Overall super fun experience tho.

Ron was the BEST!!! As someone who can't swim, and is afraid of the ocean, he made my experience…read morewonderful. He provided us with wet suits, fins, and masks. Took us to Lover's Cove, and helped us go in to the water. I felt very safe with him there. He had me use a pool noodle and a guard floaty thingy so I was afloat the whole time. He was very patient, kind, and super knowledgeable about everything we saw under water. The whole experience was amazing, and it felt surreal to be able to explore the ocean like this.

Ron was great , very informative about the ecosystem, gave us some pro tips on snorkeling and kept…read morewatch of everyone while snorkeling, you can bring your own gear or simply walk up.. the area we snorkled had a abundance of fish (lovers cove) and will definitely recommend this experience.. we had a great time @-@/'

I bought a couple of cute outfits on sale and their Catalina t shirts were pretty low in price but…read moregreat quality. The girls working there were adorable and chatted with me when I was checking out. I'll buy my souvenirs from there again!

The employee here was on the phone, saying a bunch of cuss words even though there were several…read morepeople (including children) in the store. Not a great shopping experience.

Went to rent bikes here and the service was awful, especially from the older woman who I believe is…read morethe owner.\ She suddenly yelled at my child and me for no reason, telling us not to ride on the sidewalk--even though we were still at their rental station and hadn't even taken off yet. I was literally standing still, explaining to my child how to pedal on the back seat, and she shouted as if we had already done something wrong. It was completely uncalled for, and the tone she used was harsh and rude. Considering it was my child's birthday, the experience was even more upsetting. I looked at her and ignored her because the last thing i wanted was to go off on her on my child's birthday. That was the first and last time I will ever do business with them.

We checked out a few other shops before coming in, while we didn't encounter the friendliest…read moresalesperson, it did have the best price and a large selection of regular bicycles. We rented a tandem to try it out since we were avid cyclists back home. The tandem had zero power when going uphills, but otherwise it was a fun experience.

This park is literally offshore from the casino establishment, where scuba diving and snorkeling…read moreenthusiasts who come to enjoy clear water and abundant sea life, which is free from the mainland pollution and surf. The depth ranges from the rocky shoreline to 95 feet deep.

This is the single best thing to do on Catalina...and its FREE! Just bring your own snorkel gear…read moreand you're all set! A wide stair way safely leads down into the water park where you can snorkel and scuba. The visibility is incredibly, you can see 50+ feet with a surreal feeling of flying. You'll be surrounded by colorful fish like Garibaldi, sea bass, and mackerels all swimming along the reefs and kelp forest. Note that during this time of Covid19, y'all really need to hustle in and out of the water, just don't hangout on the stairway blocking everyone else whom is trying to get in and out of the water...nobody wants your Covid germs!

Getting certified with Dave at Diving Catalina was such an incredible experience. He is an…read moreoutstanding scuba instructor, extremely patient, thorough, and always very clear in his explanations, which made every step of the process feel approachable and easy to understand. From the very beginning, he created an environment where I felt completely comfortable, safe, and supported in the water. His calm demeanor and attention to detail gave me so much confidence, especially while learning new skills. He also made the entire process genuinely fun and inspiring by introducing me to the beauty of the deep underwater world along the way. Seeing giant sea basses, eels, octopuses, and the incredible Catalina kelp forest during our dives made the experience unforgettable and turned every lesson into an adventure. I'm no stranger to the ocean, but scuba diving opened up an entirely new level of exploration and immersion that I had never experienced before. Beyond just teaching the technical side of diving, Dave helped me discover a whole new way to connect with and experience the underwater world. I'm so grateful for his guidance and would highly recommend him to anyone looking to get certified or improve their diving skills.

5 stars for Diving Catalina! I am a cold water dive instructor (no longer active status) from…read moreToronto that was hoping for a cold water first dive experience for my 2 teenaged boys. I wanted an instructor that was by the book and would teach them how to be safe. I got that and more! Dave is a highly knowledgeable, thorough instructor and (as a bonus) very funny too. He kept my teenagers on their toes with knowledge and humour. I would highly recommend my loved ones to Diving Catalina. Also, their shop has the best merch on the island. Thanks so much Dave!

Did a walk-in last Monday to try my very first scuba dive and was greeted very kindly like everyone…read morein the island. I was first asked to do an e-learning course and then my instructor, Rane, went over the material again with me. Which was great as I can see how thorough he was and how much safety is in everyone's priority. Rane was pretty cool and relaxed, which is also why I feel assured before and during the dive. And the dive, divine, the water was very clear, a lot of fishes and even got to see a baby ray. Overall an awesome experience and very much worth it. Really expanded my world and even made me consider getting certified!

As a newer diver, I couldn't have asked for a better experience. On 11/24/25, my 11 year old…read moredaughter and adult nephew did a Discovery Dive with Chelsea and Tim. Chelsea showed amazing patience with my daughter, and Tim's clear dive brief gave me total confidence my family was in the right hands. The next day I booked a two‑tank dive with Rane, who was exactly my style -- personable, encouraging, and quick with welcomed pointers. Catalina Divers Supply is a 5‑star crew that made me feel like part of the club.

Very patient, helpful and amazing gear!! We had a wonderful dive. The visibility was amazing.read more

What a great experience! They have the newest and best dive gear. The experience from start to…read morefinish was amazing! I will be back. Thank you for a great memory!!