Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades
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Is Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades worth booking?
Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades is a 8-hour experience in Santa Monica, United States, from $215 per person. It scores 44 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 1/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 44 / 100
- Rating
- 1/5 (1)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $215 per person
Spend a day in paradise on this day trip to Catalina Island off the coast of Los Angeles. After a smooth 1-hour ferry ride to the island, you will have free time to explore the island, or select one of the upgrade option
What you get
About this experience
Spend a day in paradise on this day trip to Catalina Island off the coast of Los Angeles. After a smooth 1-hour ferry ride to the island, you will have free time to explore the island, or select one of the upgrade options which include a zipline tour, an undersea adventure, a scenic tour of Avalon or an ocean runner adventure!
What's included
Included
- Scenic Tour of Avalon (if option selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Zipline Adventure (if option selected)
- Undersea Adventure (if option selected)
- Ocean Runner Tour (if option selected)
- Round-trip ferry transfers
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drink
What you'll see and do
Soak up vistas of the sprawling Southern California coast on your smooth 1-hour ride to the island. Located 22 miles (35 km) off the coast, Catalina Island (formally Santa Catalina Island) is a world away from the hustle and bustle of the mainland, a picture-perfect destination full of charming beaches, palm trees and rolling hills. When you arrive in Avalon, the island’s largest city, if you have purchased an optional upgrade, you will make your way to that tour's departure point, otherwise just enjoy the island on your own!
60 minutes here · Admission included
Catalina Casino
Avalon Scenic Tour - See the sights of Avalon on a 50-minute tour that takes you along the waterfront, up the hillsides and through the center of town. The quick, nonstop journey provides views and allows you to get oriented with Avalon and its attractions so you can better enjoy your time on Catalina Island. Learn about the island's history and heritage from a guide as you travel the 7.5-mile (12-km) loop.
Pass by without stopping
Undersea Expedition Come face-to-face with Catalina's abundant marine life on this 45-minute underwater excursion. Cruise five feet below the surface in a spacious, climate-controlled cabin with a live guide highlighting points of interest. Every passenger has their own seat and port hole but you are also free to move about the cabin for a different viewpoint.
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Green Pleasure Pier
Stroll along the Streets of Avalon and the famous Green Pier.
60 minutes here
Descanso Beach Club
Stroll to the Descanso Beach Club and experience California's only Beach to serve Alcohol on the sand. Enjoy great food, Kayaking, Snorkling and more!
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Day Tour to Catalina Island
Day Tour to Catalina Island with free time to explore on your own. Not a guided tour. Shuttle transfers and Boat transfers Pickup included
Discover Avalon Scenic Tour
Tour with Avalon Scenic Tour: Day Tour to Catalina Island with Discover Avalon Scenic Tour Pickup included
Tour with Zipline Experience
Day Tour to Catalina Island with Zipline Experience Pickup included
Tour with Undersea Expedition
Day Tour to Catalina Island with Undersea Expedition Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Extreme Tours by Karmel
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Zipline Requirements:
- Closed-toe shoes are required
- Single passengers must be at least 10 years old and weight at least 80 lbs (36 kg)
- Children ages 5 to 9 must ride with a parent or guardian who is at least 18 years old
- Individual and combined weights on zipline cannot exceed 240 lbs (109 kg)
- Restrooms are not available while on Zipline tour
- Please note: passenger and weight restrictions are strictly enforced. Failure to meet these restrictions may result in cancellation without refund
- Ocean Runner Adventure:
- Minimum age is 5 years
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Unhappy
I was told something different than what I received they promised me they were gone even on the submarine in a boot and zip line but No So am not happy
Response from the operator: Please let us know what you were unhappy about. Did you not do a part of the Catalina Trip that you thought you should receive. Please provide your confirmation number so we can look up your reservation and assist you
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $215 to $385
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 44
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santa Monica.
How much does Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades cost?
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Prices start at $215 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santa Monica usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Santa Monica is not rushed.
Is Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 44 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (1/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Santa Monica, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Santa Monica can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Santa Monica and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Catalina Island Day Trip from Los Angeles with Optional Upgrades start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Santa Monica within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Santa Monica?
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Santa Monica is where most LA coast tours start: beach bike and e-bike rides to Venice, surf lessons, food walks on Third Street and open-top runs up Pacific Coast Highway. On Outty we rank every Santa Monica experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour with 4 Stops and Free Time, Half Day Best of Los Angeles City Tour from Santa Monica, Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Tour by Open Air Bus. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Santa Monica?
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March to May and September to November, dodging the June marine layer. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Santa Monica?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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