
Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours
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September 2026
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3.8/5
Based on 24 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours worth booking?
Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours is a 9-hour experience in Long Beach, United States, from $207 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 24 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 47 / 100
- Rating
- 3.8/5 (24)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $207 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 Undersea Sub Adventure or Discover Avalon Tour! 8:00am to 8:30am - Karmel Shuttle pickup time Shuttle transfers available from LAX area hotels and Anaheim / Disneyland Resort hotels only! 9:50am - Catalina Express departure to Catalina Island, Avalon! 3:55pm - Boat departs Catalina Island, Avalon 6:30pm (additional option...summer only) - Stay later! Optional departure time from Catalina Island is seasonal and based on availability
What's included
Included
- Scenic Tour of Avalon (if option selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Undersea Adventure (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. 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.
60 minutes here · Admission included
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 on the world famous Green Pleasure pier. It's a personal favorite for lunch on the pier
60 minutes here
Descanso Beach Club
Zipline tour begins here (if option selected)
30 minutes here
Catalina Casino
View the iconic Casino before reminiscing on your fun, scenic experience on the relaxing ferry ride back to Long Beach, where you’ll be picked up and taken back to your hotel.
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Long Beach
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 60 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Discover Avalon Tour
Discover Avalon, Scenic Tour: Day Tour to Catalina Island with Discover Avalon, Scenic Tour Pickup included
Day Tour to Catalina Island
Day Tour to Catalina Island : Day Tour to Catalina Island. No Island tour selected. Arrive to Catalina and enjoy free time to explore on your own.
Undersea Sub Expedition
Tour with Undersea Expedition: Day Tour to Catalina Island with Undersea Sub Expedition. See abundant Marine Life on this amazing underwater adventure.
Zipline Eco Tour!
Zipline EcoTour: Day Tour to Catalina Island with Zipline Eco Tour
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
- 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
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 24 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
24 verified traveler reviews for Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent tour
Worth seeing the full trip Enjoyed underwater ocean tour Enjoyed Avalon city tour Excellent tour overall
via Tripadvisor
Great day out, thanks for...
Great day out, thanks for the experience and great hospitality we enjoyed the day out. Great car pick up and drop off
via Viator
Vibez
Unfortunately they canceled my trip two days before so I wouldn’t know what to rate.Newport beach was amazing!
Response from the operator: Can you please advise who cancelled your trip and the reason why? Thank you
via Tripadvisor
The trip was nice and...
The trip was nice and enjoyable. Only disadvantage was if you want to change ship they charge extra money. That should be avoided
Response from the operator: Thank you for the nice review. The island is like paradise. FYI - You can change the ship return time at the time of check in when departing to the island at no charge. If you have already checked in and received your boarding passes, then wish to change the return time while on the island, there is a small $5 fee per ticket.
via Viator
Disappointing
The transportation portion of the trip was very stressful, giving little time to get from one place to another. Didn't even get to do the "island tour" because then we wouldn't have had time to eat between the undersea expedition and getting back on the ferry back and we never got information of how to do the tour once we returned from the undersea expedition. It said the tour would be 12 hours, but in reality, it was 8am-5pm. Disappointing to say the least.
Response from the operator: We are so sorry for the timing of the schedule. During the winter season, the boat schedule is limited. Come Spring it will add another boat, which makes the tour times easier to work with. Also, you should have received an email with directions and links to check in for each tour you purchased while on the island.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $207 to $370
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 47
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Long Beach.
How much does Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours cost?
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Prices start at $207 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Long Beach 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 Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Long Beach is not rushed.
Is Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 24 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Long Beach, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours?
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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 Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours?
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Around 8 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Catalina Island Trip with Hotel transfers & Optional tours 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 Long Beach 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 Long Beach?
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Long Beach runs whale watching out of Rainbow Harbor, Queen Mary tours and ghost walks, harbour cruises, Catalina ferry connections and coastal bike rides. On Outty we rank every Long Beach experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Whale Watching Tour from Long Beach, Skip the Ticketing Line: Aquarium of the Pacific General Admission Ticket, Shared 8-Hour Los Angeles City Sightseeing Tour from Long Beach. 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 Long Beach?
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Year-round whale watching; May to October for the best harbour weather. 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 Long Beach?
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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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