Posts Tagged ‘Guided’
Advantages of Diving on Catalina Island
There are many advantages of diving on Catalina Island. Any time of year almost always yields better conditions than the mainland. This is for many reasons. First, is that Avalon and the whole leeward coastline of Catalina is protected from the prevailing winds and waves. Second, there are few sandy beaches on the leeward side,…
Read MoreAdventure on Catalina Island
Dive Scooters End the summer with a custom adventure on Catalina Island to make your perfect stay. A Diver Propulsion Vehicle (DPV) or underwater scooter offers a thrilling way for scuba divers to see a lot of underwater territory in a short amount of time. They scoot you through the water allowing you to glide…
Read MoreCasino Point Dive Park
Snorkeling and diving around Catalina draws thousands of visitors every year from around the globe. They come to explore our clear clean water teeming with life and enjoy the unique kelp forest seascape. The Casino Point Dive park is a key feature unlike any other in southern California. A protected area of coastline that is…
Read MoreSummer on Catalina Island
July kicks off the official start of summer on Catalina Island. As ocean temperatures rise, Avalon’s population swells to its largest numbers of the year. The town is full of visitors and seasonal workers to serve their every need. Diving conditions are variable due to occasional storms that can kick up from Mexico. However, the…
Read MoreDay Trip to Catalina Island
Day trips to Avalon Catalina Island is just about an hour boat trip from the mainland of Long Beach, California. It makes for a perfect day trip or extended vacation stay. Over the years Avalon has built a host of annual activities that make for an entertaining visit for families, couples or team building get-a-ways.…
Read MoreSpring Diving on Catalina Island
DIVING CATALINA Catalina Island, just 26 miles from the southern California mainland. It is world-renowned for its clear waters and plentiful kelp forests that make diving Catalina one for the bucket list. Our coastal waters are perfect for snorkelers, open water or advanced divers. Even a first time, no experience needed introductory SCUBA dive can…
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