What to Expect

Check into Catalina Express and spend they day exploring Catalina Island in the best way possible! Propel down 5 separate zip lines dropping from 600 feet above sea level. One run is 1,100 linear feet long all on its own! This incredible experience will forever change your idea of what a tour should be. You will travel close to three-quarters of a mile over five consecutive Catalina Island zip lines at heights of 300 feet above the canyon floor at speeds pushing 40 mph.

Beginning at the Hogsback Gate, high in the hills near Avalon and descending through Descanso Canyon, you will pause at several eco-stations along the way before continuing on your journey. At each station, your hosts will give you a presentation on some of the unique and interesting aspects of Catalina Island, its wildlife, history, and the areas you are passing through. Eventually exiting at Descanso Beach, your Catalina Island zip line journey will last approximately 2 hours and your memories will last a lifetime.

Weight Requirements:  All participants will be weighed in, fully clothed, during the check-in process before each zip line tour on Catalina Island. Participants must weigh between 80 lbs – 240 lbs. (Participants must weigh between 80 lbs – 230 lbs for Twilight or Night Zip Tours.) Those unable to meet this requirement at the time of tour check-in will not be permitted to zip and will not be offered a refund or rescheduled.

Age / Tandem Requirements:  Participants at least 10 years of age weighing at least 80 lbs may ride solo. Those weighing less than 80 lbs must ride tandem with another participant of the tour. Children between the ages of 5-9 must ride tandem with another participant at least 18 years of age who will act as the child’s guardian for the length of the tour. Combined weight of tandem riders may not exceed 235 lbs. (Combined weight of tandem riders may not exceed 225 lbs for Twilight or Night Zip Tours.) Participants may not ride tandem with tour guides. Children under the age of 5 are too young to participate. Those unable to meet the age or combined weight requirements will not be permitted to zip and will not be offered a refund or rescheduled.

Footwear Requirements:  Securable, closed-toe shoes are required. Athletic shoes are recommended. We do offer a limited number of shoes to rent if proper footwear is unavailable otherwise.

Appropriate Gear:  No participant on the tour is permitted to use any other gear (helmet, harness, trolley, etc.) beside that which is provided by the Catalina Island Zip Line staff at the outset of the tour.

Other Requirements:  Long shorts or pants are suggested. Skirts, belly shirts and bathing suits will not be permitted. Please remove dangling earrings. Participants with long hair must secure hair back with a hair tie or similar accessory. We will not be held responsible for any lost or damaged belongings. Please store any and all unnecessary items in lockers provided during tour check-in.