If you’re looking for adventure vacations, search no further than Catalina Island. Described as “the playground for adventure,” Catalina Island serves as a home to the most adventurous outdoor activities available. Here are 4 really unique activities to craft the best adventure vacations on Catalina Island.
1. Zip Lining
Propel down zip lines ranging from 600 feet above sea level to 1,100 lineal feet long at speeds up to 30mph. With 5 zip lines, the Catalina Island Zip Line Eco Tour will forever change your idea of adventure vacations. This truly adventurous activity holds a certificate of excellence from TripAdvisor and is more exhilarating than anything else you’ve experienced.
2. Interior Eco Tour
With over 200 miles of paved and unpaved roads to drive through, the Catalina Island Conservancy Jeep Eco Tour will take you on an adventure vacation that no other outfitter can take you on. This tour plunges you to the interiors of Catalina Island so that you get to explore unmarked land, rich history, unique plants, fascinating wildlife and bison. This tour is available in several different options and is advocated by many to be the best tour they’ve ever been on.
3. Scuba Diving
This activity is wildly popular in Catalina, so much that it’s one of the main reasons people visit. The alluring blue seas off the Catalina coasts are world renown for their beautiful marine life. In fact, Jacques Cousteau a top ranked scuba diver of our time, ranked it as one of the best places to go scuba diving. At Catalina Divers Supply, you can gain insightful scuba instruction as well as guided trips for divers and snorkelers of all skill levels. The oceans are calling you into one the best adventure vacations you’ve ever experienced.
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4. Trans-Catalina Hike
The 37.2 mile Trans-Catalina Trail provides a beautiful hike across the entire island. From Avalon on the Eastern edge to Starlight beach on the west, this 3-4 day backpacking trip will transport you to another world of excitement and adventure. Check out the new Trailhead to pick up hiking maps, permits and the latest gear.
The best part about adventure vacations on Catalina Island is that the island is constantly changing. Adventure addicts are never going to be able to exhaust the amount of activities available because there are always more coming.
Start your adventure vacations today by making a reservation to sail on board Catalina Express.
