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2.5-Hour Safari Island Adventure Tour on Catalina Island
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I understand previous comments about the safari being bouncy, noisy and dusty. But come on, let's be real! Doesn't matter if you're doing a safari tour through our national parks in Utah or on safari in Africa, that's what a safari is! I was seeing Catalina Island for the first time. And while there's much do see and do in Avalon, you must go on this safari if you want to see the real island. Our tour was significantly enhanced by the fact that our guide, Cindy Lowe, was knowledgeable, funny, and entertaining. We were fortunate in that we got to see both bison as well as a couple of dwarf foxes, which were nearly driven to extinction in the 1900s. As a person that spends a fair amount of time in the outdoors, seeing any fauna in their natural environment is a rare and unique experience. And Cindy afforded us two opportunities! While the civilized portion of the island is charming and entertaining, it's was you see on this tour that underscores the importance of the work of the conservancy on the Catalina.
I understand previous comments about the safari being bouncy, noisy and dusty. But come on, let's be real! Doesn't matter if you're doing a safari tour through our national parks in Utah or on safari in Africa, that's what a safari is! I was seeing Catalina Island for the first time. And while there's much do see and do in Avalon, you must go on this safari if you want to see the real island. Our tour was significantly enhanced by the fact that our guide, Cindy Lowe, was knowledgeable, funny, and entertaining. We were fortunate in that we got to see both bison as well as a couple of dwarf foxes, which were nearly driven to extinction in the 1900s. As a person that spends a fair amount of time in the outdoors, seeing any fauna in their natural environment is a rare and unique experience. And Cindy afforded us two opportunities! While the civilized portion of the island is charming and entertaining, it's was you see on this tour that underscores the importance of the work of the conservancy on the Catalina.

2.5-Hour Safari Island Adventure Tour on Catalina Island

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Avalon, United States
Safety measures
icon2 hours 30 minutes  (approx.)
Mobile ticket
iconOffered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Safety measures
icon2 hours 30 minutes  (approx.)
Mobile ticket
iconOffered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds

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Safety measures
icon2 hours 30 minutes  (approx.)
Mobile ticket
iconOffered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds

Overview

Explore the pristine interior of Catalina Island on a 2.5-hour tour in a rugged open-air vehicle. From your seat in the high truck bed, get great views of the coast, canyons, isolated coves and beaches, and valleys where wild bison roam freely as your guide provides commentary about the native plants, animals, and landscape of Catalina Island. Keep your camera handy for sightings of wild boar, bison, Channel Island fox, and bald eagles during this backcountry tour.
  • 2.5-hour Catalina Island tour by open-air vehicle
  • Enjoy great views of the island landscape
  • Head to remote spots on the coast and canyons
  • Look for Channel Island fox, wild boar, bison, and bald eagles
  • Hear live commentary from the onboard guide
  • Choice of morning or afternoon departure
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Cabrillo Mole , 120 Pebbly Beach Rd, Avalon, CA 90704, USA
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Located at opposite end of ferry landing. Please call us if you need assistance locating us. We do Not do pick up service.

This activity will end right where it started.
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
  • OPERATED BY Catalina Adventure Tours
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during 2.5-Hour Safari Island Adventure Tour on Catalina Island?
A:The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
See all safety measures taken by 2.5-Hour Safari Island Adventure Tour on Catalina Island.
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What is the policy on sanitization during 2.5-Hour Safari Island Adventure Tour on Catalina Island?
A:The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
See all safety measures taken by 2.5-Hour Safari Island Adventure Tour on Catalina Island.
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What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during 2.5-Hour Safari Island Adventure Tour on Catalina Island?
A:The policy on staff health & safety is:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
See all safety measures taken by 2.5-Hour Safari Island Adventure Tour on Catalina Island.

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star-4
Bumpy ride
framore2738
, Dec 2021
We went around the island in 2.5 hrs. We saw a water hole and some bison. Mike was descriptive in his commentary.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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Loud Bumpy Ride
Jim_W
, Dec 2021
I generally do not share my trips. Do Not Go on this Trip! Audio from driver was horrible and could not understand anything he was saying. The driver advised us to pull a lever overhead if we wanted him to stop. Between the Speed and Bumps, it would have been a Challenge.
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Great way to see the island
John_H
, Nov 2021
We had a lot of fun. Our guide was great and we enjoyed seeing a couple bison and a fox. It was a nice stop at the airport for a quick bite to eat.
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The driver was a nice...
walter_j
, Oct 2021
The driver was a nice guy, but he drove too fast, and it felt more like a roller coaster ride, and therefore, it was hold to relax and enjoy the experience.
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star-4
Fun tour -- bumpy but fun!!!
Justin_M
, Oct 2021
More than we thought it would be! We did see almost 10 bison -- not close up, but they were definitely there basking in the sun! The tour guide made sure to give us plenty of time to zoom in our pictures. He was a great driver -- a little difficult to understand, but oh well -- he kept us safe, very entertained, and he had so many historical facts of the island. Definitely worth the cost of the tour!!! p.s., it's a bumpy ride but fun! Even though it was bumpy and a dusty narrow road, we felt very safe with this professional!
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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Don’t do it!!
Margaret_M
, Oct 2021
Tour guide was awful. Could not understand half of what he said. Was disappointed that the trip took us to the airport and back. I would’ve thought it would’ve been more to the tour I was especially interested in seeing the Wrigley gardens. It also was VERY uncomfortable. It felt like being in a truck without shocks.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
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Wouldn’t suggest it
Jaime_F
, Sep 2021
You could not understand guide. Very uneventful the price was not worth experience. I was disappointed.
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Safari trip
SARAH_F
, Aug 2021
No animals to be seen! To call this trip a safari is a bit of a stretch and is quite misleading. It’s a bumpy ride and not what I was expecting. Tour guide was very cool and had a great attitude.
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Safari that never happened
William_M
, Jun 2021
When we arrived we were told the open air vehicle pictured would be replaced by a 15 year old van with tinted windows that don’t open, and would be making only one stop. We declined and asked for a refund. Other tours were booked solid for the day so we missed out. l-(
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Awesome and fun!
Klaus_O
, Jun 2021
The safari tour was great! The drive, the views, and the commentary from the guide was great! The ride in that huge vehicle was in it self such a crazy, cool experience!
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