Catalina Tours

PARASAIL / WILD DOLPHIN – Package 103

Your package includes round trip cross channel transportation from Long Beach aboard Catalina Express. Once on the Island, you will check in at Catalina Ocean Rafting for your Wild Dolphin Adventure. We will explore about 20 miles total on our trip. About 10 miles will be along the coastline and you will be able enjoy secluded coves and beaches rarely seen by visitors to the Island. Your Captain will explain the geology of the Island along with pointing out the Bald Eagles, Harbor Seals, Hawks and Herons along our route. We will then head offshore in search of dolphins on our return trip to Avalon. If we find a pod, they will come up to the boat to say “Hi”. Get your cameras out because dolphins love to do tricks in front of the boat to show off!

It’s time to check in with Island Water Charters for a Parasail ride through the skies above Avalon. Take in the breathtaking views at 600 feet above the Pacific Ocean. You will be gently lifted and landed from within the boat, so you don’t get wet. If you request, the Captain may give you a cool off dunk in the ocean as part of your ride. You can ask at check in to purchase an upgrade to a higher flight or to purchase a photo package.  This package allows plenty of open time to enjoy Avalon on your own.

You can also upgrade your Catalina Express tickets to Commodores Lounge, which is the first class section on their boats.  You will receive pre boarding, reclining leather trimmed seats, snack and a cocktail or drink.  Why not cruise to the Island and back first class!

This package also includes Discount coupons valid at many of Avalon’s best restaurants, shops and boutiques

 Package Available: Daily, April 1 – October 31 and Saturday and Sunday Nov 1 through Dec 31.

Itinerary:

• 8:00 AM – Check in at Catalina Express, Downtown Long Beach Terminal (note 1)
• 8:30 AM – Depart for Catalina Island (note 1)
• 9:45 AM – Arrive Catalina Island (note 1)
• 9:45 AM – 11:15 AM – Open time for Breakfast/Shopping
• 11:15 AM – Check in at Catalina Ocean Rafting
• 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM – Coastal Wild Dolphin Excursion
• 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM – Open time for lunch
• 2:45 PM – Check in with Parasail Office
• 3:00 PM – 4:15 PM – Parasail Ride
• 4:15 PM -7:00 PM – Open for Shopping/afternoon cocktails
• 7:00 PM – Check in at Catalina Express (note 2)
• 7:30 PM – Depart from Avalon to Long Beach aboard Catalina Express (note 2)
• 8:45 PM – Arrive Long Beach (note 2)

(Note 1) This schedule is for Sunday from 10/26/2011 through 12/31/2012. On Saturdays, departure is at 8:00 AM (7:30 AM check in).  Weekday passengers must take the 6:15 AM boat (5:45 AM check in).

(Note 2) From 10/26/2011 through 12/31/2012 your return boat will leave Avalon at 7:30 PM (check in at 7:00 PM).  On Fridays your departure is at 8:50 PM (check in at 8:20 PM).

What to bring and wear:

Sunscreen, sweatshirt or jacket, spending money (gratuities for activity crews are not included in package).  Soft soled shoes, sandals, or flip flops are recommended.

Restrictions:

• Max weight: 280
• Min weight: 150 (two people can fly at once and combine weight; ocean and wind conditions can also affect Min. and Max. weight)
• Age 6 and older
• No pregnant women
• No persons with severe back problems

Cost:

Adults: $213.50

Seniors (55+): $207.00

Children (age 6-11): $187.00