Business Details
Explore Catalina's Waters with Expert Guided Tours
Catalina Coastal Tours has established itself as a premier provider of immersive maritime experiences in the Catalina Islands. With a fleet of expertly maintained vessels and a team of licensed captains, we specialize in year-round fishing charters, dolphin and sea lion excursions, and parasailing adventures tailored to both private groups and individual travelers. Our commitment to exceptional service is reflected in our 12-passenger Coast Guard-inspected vessel, which offers comfortable access to the region's most captivating wildlife and coastal vistas. The RedRum Fishing Charter caters to smaller groups with high-performance coastal fishing capabilities, while our six-passenger dolphin tour boat provides unparalleled opportunities to observe common dolphins in their natural habitat. Safety and education remain central to our operations, with trained crew members ensuring both thrilling and informative experiences.We take pride in contributing to cancer research initiatives through revenue donations, supporting advancements in treatment and potential cures. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our captains' expertise in locating wildlife, including rare sightings of Bald Eagles, and the overall professionalism maintained during each tour. Our diverse offerings include astronomy tours led by knowledgeable guides, combining scenic exploration with educational commentary about the island's ecosystem. Backed by years of experience serving both locals and visitors, we maintain rigorous standards for vessel maintenance, crew training, and environmental stewardship to guarantee memorable and responsible tourism experiences.
Services
Fishing Charters
Parasailing Adventures
Dolphin Tours
Private Boat Tours
Astronomy Excursions
Highlights and features
- We operate Coast Guard-inspected vessels with licensed professional captains
- Our tours include educational commentary about local wildlife and ecosystems
- We offer specialized astronomy tour experiences with expert guides
- Our fleet includes purpose-built vessels for different group sizes and needs
- We contribute to cancer research through a percentage of tour revenues
What people say
Bald Eagle spotting
Knowledgeable crew members
Excellent dolphin encounters
Great astronomy guides
Comfortable vessel experience
Services
Fishing Charters
Our fishing charters provide year-round angling experiences with expert captains using high-performance vessels. Equipped for deep-sea and coastal fishing, we cater to groups of various sizes with professional guidance. The service includes fish cleaning and preparation assistance for your catch.
Dolphin Tours
Daily dolphin and sea lion excursions explore Catalina's marine ecosystems aboard six-passenger boats. Captains navigate to prime sighting locations while providing educational commentary about local wildlife behavior and conservation efforts. The tours operate in optimal daylight conditions for marine observation.
Parasailing Adventures
Parasailing experiences offer aerial views of Catalina's coastline with safety-certified equipment and crew. Available as dry or water-dip options, tours accommodate single or tandem flyers while maintaining strict safety protocols throughout the operation.
Private Boat Tours
Customizable 12-passenger boat charters explore Catalina's scenic coastline and hidden locations with dedicated crew members. The Coast Guard-inspected vessel provides comfortable seating and amenities for group tours focused on wildlife observation or special occasion celebrations.
Astronomy Excursions
Specialized astronomy tours combine marine navigation with celestial observation under Catalina's dark sky preserves. Certified guides use advanced equipment to identify constellations, planetary formations, and deep-sky objects while explaining astronomical concepts in accessible terms.
Questions
What types of tours does Catalina Coastal Tours offer?
We offer fishing charters, dolphin/sea lion excursions, parasailing adventures, private boat tours, and astronomy excursions.
How many people can join a private charter?
Our 12-passenger vessel accommodates groups up to 12 for private charters, with smaller options available for intimate tours.
Are fishing charter catches included in the service?
We provide fish cleaning services during tours, and customers may choose to take their catch home or have it prepared locally.
Do you offer night-time tour options?
The astronomy tour operates during evening hours with specialized equipment for optimal celestial viewing conditions.
What wildlife can be seen on dolphin tours?
Common dolphins, sea lions, seals, and occasional rare species like Bald Eagles are regularly observed during coastal excursions.
How does the company support environmental initiatives?
We contribute 1% of tour revenues to marine conservation efforts while maintaining eco-friendly boating practices.
