Catalina Island and Snorkeling - Full-day Trip

Plan for around 8 to 9 hours of easygoing time on the water and on the beach with this Catalina Island day trip. It’s the kind of outing that’s simple from the start. You’re picked up from your hotel and taken to the departure point, so once the day begins, all you really have to do is show up and enjoy it.

The boat ride out is calm and scenic. As you move away from the mainland, the water shifts into brighter shades of blue, and the pace of the day naturally slows down. When you arrive near Catalina Island, snorkeling is the first main activity. All the equipment is provided. You’ll swim in warm, clear water where coral and small fish are often visible. There’s no pressure to do more than you’re comfortable with. Some guests snorkel the whole time, others float, swim, or stay close to the boat.

Afterward, you’ll spend time on the island itself. This part of the day is unstructured and relaxed. You can walk along the beach, swim again, or simply find a spot in the shade. A buffet lunch is served on the island, along with an open bar offering unlimited domestic drinks. It’s casual, easy, and meant to fit naturally into the day rather than interrupt it.

A multilingual guide is present to keep everything running smoothly and answer questions, but the experience doesn’t feel rushed or overly guided. By mid to late afternoon, you’ll head back by boat and return to your hotel, wrapping up a full Caribbean day that’s more about enjoying the moment than sticking to a strict schedule.