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Board a six-passenger boat from Avalon and head into the kelp-slick channels of Catalina Island in search of Common Dolphins, California sea lions, and seasonal whales. This one-hour wildlife cruise balances intimate viewing with local insights from an experienced captain.
Board a six-passenger boat from Avalon and head into the kelp-slick channels of Catalina Island in search of Common Dolphins, California sea lions, and seasonal whales. This one-hour wildlife cruise balances intimate viewing with local insights from an experienced captain.
The bow cuts a clean line through glassy Pacific water as Avalon shrinks behind you—seabirds wheel and the air tastes like salt and kelp. A six-passenger boat slips along Catalina’s scalloped coastline, engines low, eyes fixed on the swell where Common Dolphins often ride the bow wave and California sea lions haul out on rocky points like sentries.
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Operated by Catalina Xtreme Parasail · Avalon, California
The bow cuts a clean line through glassy Pacific water as Avalon shrinks behind you—seabirds wheel and the air tastes like salt and kelp. A six-passenger boat slips along Catalina’s scalloped coastline, engines low, eyes fixed on the swell where Common Dolphins often ride the bow wave and California sea lions haul out on rocky points like sentries.
Catalina Island sits off Southern California’s Los Angeles County and carries layers of human and natural history: Tongva people hunted these shores for millennia, early 20th-century steamboats turned Avalon into a resort, and the island’s volcanic and sedimentary geology shapes the kelp forests and coves that feed marine life today. The tour routes concentrate around Avalon’s marine corridor—rich, nutrient-filled water where dolphins, harbor seals, and migrating whales appear seasonally.
Expect wildlife-focused narration from a local captain who reads currents and bird patterns to locate pods. The ride is observational: passengers remain on deck to spot dorsal fins, flipper slaps, and the odd bald eagle perched on sea-spray-slick rock. During whale migration, the captain may extend range toward deeper channels.
Practically: tours last about an hour, run from Avalon’s waterfront, and accommodate small bags and cameras. Wear windproof layers, bring seasickness prevention if you’re prone, and keep cameras ready with a steady hand or a strap. Life jackets are provided; follow the crew’s instructions for safety and wildlife distance. This compact outing is ideal for families and anyone seeking a high-lift encounter with Catalina’s coastal life without committing to a full-day expedition.
The outing is up to one hour from departure to return to Avalon’s dock.
Wildlife sightings are common but never guaranteed; the captain uses local knowledge to maximize chances, and whale sightings increase during migration seasons.
Yes—this tour accepts ages 4 and up, but parents should secure children near the rail and consider motion-sickness prevention.
Yes, life jackets are supplied for all passengers and must be used if instructed by the crew.
Catalina Xtreme Parasail operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The bow cuts a clean line through glassy Pacific water as Avalon shrinks behind you—seabirds wheel and the air tastes like salt and kelp. A six-passenger boat slips along Catalina’s scalloped coastline, engines low, eyes fixed on the swell where Common Dolphins often ride the bow wave and California sea lions haul out on rocky points like sentries.
The bow cuts a clean line through glassy Pacific water as Avalon shrinks behind you—seabirds wheel and the air tastes like salt and kelp. A six-passenger boat slips along Catalina’s scalloped coastline, engines low, eyes fixed on the swell where Common Dolphins often ride the bow wave and California sea lions haul out on rocky points like sentries.
Catalina Island sits off Southern California’s Los Angeles County and carries layers of human and natural history: Tongva people hunted these shores for millennia, early 20th-century steamboats turned Avalon into a resort, and the island’s volcanic and sedimentary geology shapes the kelp forests and coves that feed marine life today. The tour routes concentrate around Avalon’s marine corridor—rich, nutrient-filled water where dolphins, harbor seals, and migrating whales appear seasonally.
Expect wildlife-focused narration from a local captain who reads currents and bird patterns to locate pods. The ride is observational: passengers remain on deck to spot dorsal fins, flipper slaps, and the odd bald eagle perched on sea-spray-slick rock. During whale migration, the captain may extend range toward deeper channels.
Practically: tours last about an hour, run from Avalon’s waterfront, and accommodate small bags and cameras. Wear windproof layers, bring seasickness prevention if you’re prone, and keep cameras ready with a steady hand or a strap. Life jackets are provided; follow the crew’s instructions for safety and wildlife distance. This compact outing is ideal for families and anyone seeking a high-lift encounter with Catalina’s coastal life without committing to a full-day expedition.