Top 10 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Avalon, California (CA)

Summer fun since '91! Kayaking, snorkeling and stand up paddle boarding are the things to do on Catalina Island. Our booth is located at the Avalon boat landing, just a 3 minute walk from Lovers Cove Marine Preserve. Rent a set of snorkel gear or a glass bottom kayak to explore this protected, fish filled bay or paddle a kayak or stand up paddle board down the coast to gain a new perspective of Catalina Island's natural beauty. Kayak, stand up paddle board and snorkel Catalina Island with Wet Spot Rentals, it will be the highlight of your Catalina Island vacation.

You have seen Avalon, now experience Catalina Island aboard Catallac, our 50' power catamaran, purpose-built to tour the waters surrounding Catalina Island. Our Flying Fish Tour is our most popular tour for families, and the adults enjoy our Catallac Cocktail Cruise. Do you prefer private charters? Catallac is available for sightseeing parties, weddings, family reunions and corporate events (up to 49 passengers). If you prefer a more personal setting our 40' Afishinado and our 30' Gusto are set up for smaller groups (6 max) for private charters to tour and fish Catalina Island. Charter us and enjoy the isle in style.

Where your Catalina adventure begins! We offer Dolphin/ Sea Lion trips, Coastal Sightseeing/ Eco-Tours, and the Astronomy Experience night time tour all at the best prices in town! We can also customize a private charter to suit your needs. We specialize in small groups (6 or less) and offer the attention to detail and customer service you deserve.

Diving Catalina is your gateway to underwater diving adventure in the waters off Catalina Island. Whether you’re looking for an afternoon of fun or a lifetime of marine experiences, our professional staff will help you and your family design a diving adventure for everyone. Catalina Snorkel and Scuba welcomes divers of all experience levels. Whether diving is like second nature to you, or the largest body of water you’ve ever been in is a public pool, you’ll feel comfortable diving and snorkeling with the pros at Catalina Snorkel and Scuba. When you make your reservation with us, you can rest assured you’re in good hands!

Catalina Island Company offers land and sea tours including the top-rated Zip Line Eco Tour, brand new Catalina Aerial Adventure, Cape Canyon Expedition, East End Adventure, Inland Expedition, Avalon Scenic Tour, Skyline Drive, Ocean Runner, Flying Fish Tour, Undersea Expedition and Glass Bottom Boat. Other venues include Descanso Beach Club and Island Spa Catalina.

We offer both Adventure Cruises and Private format sailboat excursions for all ages, little ones all the way to old salts! When you cruise with us, it’s the real thing, on a real working sailboat. We know the local waters, and we do our best to make you feel welcome and comfortable while aboard. Our vessel Thesis is always clean and ready to go, providing unforgettable good times for families, couples, and groups. If you don’t see what you’re looking for and want a custom quote on a different itinerary, just drop us a line. Someone will get back to you typically within 24-48 hours.

Catalina Scuba is instructor owned with over 20 years of professional experience on Catalina Island. We specialize in scuba diving tours and classes, snorkeling, tours, and freediving classes. Dive Catalina with Catalina Scuba today. Diving Catalina has never been so much fun! You will be outfitted in top of the line gear with our elite, knowledgeable, safe, and entertaining staff. Dive w/ us!

Fun at Descanso Beach, Catalina Island with rentals of kayaks, paddleboards, snorkel equipment, tubes & viewboards. Featuring daily paddle tours and discounted rental packages. Support for kayak campers.

Check out the Glass Bottom Kayak tour or rent kayaks and snorkel gear at their booth located at the Avalon Boat Landing.

Dive Catalina was established in 2007 by Ron Moore and Connie Rae. Ron has been diving since 1972 and has been teaching for over 38 years and teaching some specialty classes before they formally existed. Ron does not just teach, he also works as an underwater cameraman and filmmaker. He is an award winning video photographer whose works has been seen on most major television networks. Ron has been diving Catalina since the early 1970′s and has lived on the island since 1993. He knows diving. Connie, a certified diver for over 10 years, enjoys diving both locally and abroad. She loves people and will spoil you. Our staff has been hand-picked and is experienced and knowledgeable. Dive Catalina is a full service dive shop and offers: Introductory Dives (No experience necessary!) Guided Dives Classes Boat Dives Rentals