What to Expect

A fun, natural history paddling tour where you can explore the rugged coastline of Catalina Island in a modern, easy to maneuver & stable sit-on-top kayak for two! Your experienced instructor and knowledgeable guide will teach the basics of paddling. You’ll find out how simple and fun kayaking on Catalina’s clear ocean waters can be.

What you should know about this experience and COVID-19:

• Masks are mandatory for all guests
• Capacity is limited to allow for social distancing
• Additional sanitizing is happening regularly

What will we experience?  Once on the water, your guide will point out interesting and historical Catalina Island landmarks, birds & plants and discuss the island’s ancient to modern history, geology and ecology as you glide over near-shore kelp forests above colorful fish. There’s always something WILD to see… a harbor seal may peek at you from the offshore rocks or  a bald eagle may snag a fish from the water nearby.

What to know:  Check in is promptly a half hour before your tour departure. Allow a 15-minute grace period after the tour. At Frog Rock, you’ll land to stretch your legs, have a satisfying snack and a bottle of water and take a quick dip in the sea if you desire. Suitable for all ages, non-strenuous for beginners. Advanced gear available for experienced paddlers.

What to bring and wear:  All participants on this Catalina Island tour will experience a wet bottom and feet. Bathing suits or shorts, T-shirts, surf shoes or sandals, sunglasses, hat and sunscreen are recommended. Bring your own towels, dry bags will be provided. This tour will operate in both rain and shine (water conditions permitting). When needed, windbreaker jackets and water-resistant pants will be provided. While kayaking, there is a slim possibility of getting drenched. You may want to bring a dry change of clothes for the walk back to Avalon. Lockers, restrooms and changing rooms are available at the Descanso Beach Club.

Restrictions:  For your safety, you should be in good health & free from high blood pressure, heart, neck or back problems, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this tour. Weather may impact this excursion. Please contact us in the event of inclement weather.

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