Catalina Ferry – Cruise Tour Tickets and Boat Schedule

Just off the coast of Southern California is an island that is covered with lush forests and surrounded by ocean with abundant sea life. Catalina, a rocky island with a population of 3,696, has exceptionally clear waters and a wide variety of colorful marine life.

Within just a few miles of Avalon, the main city on Catalina Island, you can see a sea lion colony, thriving kelp forests, and schools of flying fish.  Those who venture farther down the island’s coast are rewarded with isolated beaches, idyllic coves, and rugged cliffs.  Some travelers are lucky enough to see buffalo and mule deer on the hillsides, and bald eagles crossing the sky. Whales, dolphin, flying fish, and sea lions can also be spotted from the boats.

A visit to Catalina will begin with a ferry ride. Ferry service is available at five locations along along a 70-mile stretch of the Pacific Coast. Catalina Ferries are offered from the heart of the Los Angeles area in Marina del Rey to 60 miles north of San Diego at Dana Point.  The departure points from North to South are: Marina del Rey, San Pedro, Long Beach, Newport Beach, Dana Point. Choose the departure point that’s best for you, and book your ferry tickets early to be sure you can get to Catalina when you want to travel.

On the island, there are a variety of tours and activities to choose from including Glass Bottom Boat Tours, Nautilus Submarine Tours, Dolphin Cruises, Whale Watching Boats, Snorkeling Excursions, Bus Tours, Jeep Tours, Walking Tours, and more.

For more information, reservations, group tour bookings, and private charter services, please visit www.CatalinaTours.net or email info@catalinatours.net.