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Catalina Island Day Trips

Our pick: Catalina Island: Avalon Food Tour with Tastings & Historic Bars — US$ 176 (2h 30m, 4.86★ · 493). Best value: Catalina Island: Bison Expedition & Black Jack Mountain Overlook — US$ 110 (2h, 4.76★ · 259).

4.9 5 experiences from US$ 59

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OptionPricePer personLengthRatingCancellationExtra fee
Catalina Island Private Golf Cart Tour of Avalon: 2-Hour GuidedUS$ 295 per group
US$ 59 (5 share)
2h4.90★ · 182free—
Avalon Private Golf Cart Tour: Local Guide, 2 HoursTop ratedUS$ 303 per group
US$ 61 (5 share)
2h4.92★ · 645free—
Catalina Island: Bison Expedition & Black Jack Mountain OverlookBest valueUS$ 110 p.p.
US$ 110
2h4.76★ · 259non-refundable—
Catalina Island Zip Line: 5 Lines, 1,100 Feet & Canyon ViewsUS$ 156 p.p.
US$ 156
2h4.87★ · 388non-refundable+US$ 30 on site
Catalina Island: Avalon Food Tour with Tastings & Historic BarsOur pickUS$ 176 p.p.
US$ 176
2h 30m4.86★ · 493free—

Real price per person across the 5 options: US$ 59–US$ 176 (median US$ 110). With an extra fee to pay on site: 1 of 5.

Default order: real price per person — the group price divided by the seats it includes.

Catalina Island Zip Line: 5 Lines, 1,100 Feet & Canyon Views
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Catalina Island Zip Line: 5 Lines, 1,100 Feet & Canyon Views★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (388)2hYou'll zip across five lines in Descanso Canyon, dropping from 600 feet and hitting speeds near 40 mph, with trained guides managing all equipment and transitions. The tour takes two hours total, includes a safety briefing and liability waiver at check-in, and covers close to three-quarters of a mile across the canyon. You'll need closed-toe shoes, long pants, and to meet height (55"+) and weight (80–240 lbs) requirements — the guides check both at arrival.Is it for me?Book this if you want the adrenaline of a long zip line without arranging your own transport or safety gear — the guides handle the equipment and the transitions, so you just clip in and move. The two-hour format fits a half-day itinerary, and the fixed schedule means you know exactly when you'll be done.Instant confirmationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 156View ›
Catalina Island: Bison Expedition & Black Jack Mountain Overlook
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Catalina Island: Bison Expedition & Black Jack Mountain Overlook★★★★★★★★★★ 4.76 (259)2hYou ride inland from Catalina's coast to track bison descendants and climb to a Black Jack Mountain overlook with sweeping canyon and ocean views. A driver-guide provides live commentary on the route through Middle Ranch and Cape Canyon. The tour runs daily weather permitting, includes transportation and narration, and takes you away from the typical island itinerary into the actual landscape where these unexpected animals live.Is it for me?Book this if you want to move beyond Catalina's beach scene and see the island's interior landscape and unexpected wildlife in one trip—the fixed route and guide commentary handle both the navigation and the story, leaving you to focus on the terrain and the animals.Instant confirmationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 110View ›
Avalon Private Golf Cart Tour: Local Guide, 2 Hours
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Avalon Private Golf Cart Tour: Local Guide, 2 Hours★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (645)2hA private guided golf cart tour of Avalon on Catalina Island with a local guide in English or Spanish, covering Pebbly Beach, the Casino building, the pet cemetery, botanical gardens and lookout points over Bell Tower Road. Pickup is included; the tour runs 2 hours and is limited to one group per departure time.Is it for me?At 2 hours, this tour fits into a morning or afternoon without consuming your whole day on the island. Choose it if you want a local's perspective on where to go and why, rather than navigating Avalon on your own or joining a larger group.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfrom · per groupUS$ 303View ›
Catalina Island Private Golf Cart Tour of Avalon: 2-Hour Guided
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Catalina Island Private Golf Cart Tour of Avalon: 2-Hour Guided★★★★★★★★★★ 4.90 (182)2hA private 2-hour guided tour of Avalon on Catalina Island by luxury golf cart for up to five passengers, with a local guide and all transportation included. You'll see bay views, local landmarks and the island's hidden spots from the cart, stopping to walk and explore at points the guide chooses, learning Catalina's history and current life on the island without the steep walks most visitors face.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see Avalon's views and hidden spots without the steep climbs most visitors face—the golf cart and guide handle the route and the hills, leaving you free to look, ask questions and explore at each stop.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfrom · per groupUS$ 295View ›
Catalina Island: Avalon Food Tour with Tastings & Historic Bars
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Catalina Island: Avalon Food Tour with Tastings & Historic Bars★★★★★★★★★★ 4.86 (493)2h 30mYou’ll walk Avalon’s colorful streets with a local guide, tasting everything from fresh seafood to nostalgic sweets and cocktails in historic bars. Meet chefs and bartenders who shape Catalina’s food scene as ocean breezes follow you from spot to spot. If you love real stories mixed with good bites and a few laughs, this tour leaves you feeling like you belong here—at least for an afternoon.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 176View ›

Frequently asked questions

Can I book with free cancellation?

Yes: 3 of the 5 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.

How long do these experiences last?

Most options last up to 2 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.

Which one is the travelers' favorite?

Catalina Island: Avalon Food Tour with Tastings & Historic Bars is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.86 out of 5 across 493 reviews.

Are private options available?

Yes, 2 private experiences are available if you prefer a closed group.

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