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2 hours
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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.
313 reviews
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JUAN P,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
Our tour guide Lupe’s was very informative regarding the history of Catalinaisalnd. Dave the driver was gracious to share his birthday with us. I would definitely recommend my friends on this tour when they visit.
Frances D,
Oct 2, 2025
- Viator
Fun! Bumpy roads…probably not good for someone with back problems. Great weather!I I would recommend.
Danny F,
Oct 2, 2025
- Viator
Get there early. The boat had inside and outside seating as well as up front seating we didn’t realize. The staff were helpful and kind. This was an overall excellent experience and can’t wait to do it again!
Joanne K,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
Great tour to see the island and learn the history of Catalina Island. Jesse was awesome, very knowledgeable and made the tour enjoyable
Robert D,
Sep 28, 2025
- Viator
Dave was a great driver! He navigated the roads well, especially the dusty ones where there were oncoming trucks, bikes and carts. Lupe was very knowledgeable and explained the history well. We were able to see some bison and 1 fox. Dave slowed down and stopped for photo taking. My daughter's wished he stopped a little longer where the bison were, but there was a time constraint so the next tour truck could go up. The cookies at the airport in the sky were good. The sun had broken through some of the clouds so the drive was very scenic
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