Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Spectacular canyons, a scenic coastline, and an unspoiled countryside alive with native plants and wildlife will take your breath away on this two-hour guided eco-land excursion. As you venture ten miles into the rugged interior, you will view the protected side of Catalina Island seldom seen by most visitors. Naturalist onboard enriches experience with wildlife and inside knowledge of the areas visiting during the tour.
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You MUST arrive 15 minutes prior to boarding to check in. We leave promptly at the scheduled time and cannot wait. When booking travel to the island please make sure to give enough time from arrival to island to get to tour departure location.
We are located on Catalina Island, You must secure transportation to the island to take the tour. There are no refunds if you miss the tour.
TRAVEL TO CATALINA IS NOT INCLUDED. Transportation needed by Ferry to Island.
Children Under 5 will not be able to participate in the tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Onboard naturalist providing wildlife and historic details throughout the tour.
Tour on custom built safari vehicle designed for amazing viewing in comfort.
Travel To Catalina Island is not included. Transportation needed by Ferry to Island.
Transportation needed by Ferry to Island -Catalina Express or Newport Flyer to get to Island.
Catalina Island
As you venture ten miles into the rugged interior, you will view the protected side of Catalina Island seldom seen by most visitors. Have the chance to encounter wildlife such as bison, deer, bald eagles, ravens, or even the Catalina Island fox. There is a photo opportunity around every turn as we climb to the Airport-in-the-Sky. At this stop, visit the Nature Center and peer down at one of Catalina’s original Native American gathering sites. The fee to the Catalina Island Conservancy directly supports the preservation of the animals, endangered species, and endemic plants on Catalina Island. Tours leave from The Cabrillo Mole. **we highly suggest you secure transportation to Catalina island prior to booking tour to confirm you can get to the tour as the boat to the island sells out quickly. Catalina Express or Newport Flyer for your transportation needs.
327 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Cynthia M,
Oct 29, 2025
- Viator
It may have been nice but because we were 4 minutes late our paid in advance tour left without us. The schedule for the boat would have given us 5 minutes to get there but unfortunately boat was 3 minutes late.
Cynthia H,
Oct 28, 2025
- Viator
It was supposed to be a two hour tour that started 15 minutes late took us to the top of the island for a quick stop and gave us some interesting history and information on the way up. But they never stopped to allow us to take any photos or really observe the environment. They did not even stop the little truck to allow us to observe the bison along the way On the way back they played very loud music and there was no narration by the guide. I would not recommend.
Tonya L,
Oct 28, 2025
- Viator
Great tour through the conservative area on the island . Great tour guide David Would recommend to my friends
Derek v,
Oct 25, 2025
- Viator
A great look at the interior of the island. We did see a tiny fox, and a herd of buffalo. Our guide was very informative, and we learned a lot about the history and the ecosystem of the island. The truck could have used some better suspension to smooth out the rough road. Overall, a great experience!
Aja M,
Oct 24, 2025
- Viator
We had such a great time on our tour. Learned so much about the island and we were blessed to see a Bison eating by the side of the road! So exciting. Our tour guide was very informative and funny. Bonus the shop at the airport has the most delicious oatmeal raisin cookies!
Operated by Catalina Adventure Tours