Catalina Island Adventure

Catalina Ride

For riders who want the signature Waterboiis experience. The Catalina Ride runs from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM and is designed for up to 2 riders per unit, with strict rider weight, age, and safety requirements for open-water conditions.

8 hoursUp to 2 ridersBase rate $415.00No reservation deposit
Catalina Island shoreline and harbor water on a clear day.

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Long Beach departure8 hoursUp to 2 riders

Included

  • Guide-led safety briefing
  • Open-water route planning
  • On-trip support
  • Waterboiis experience crew
  • Custom booking required
  • Non-refundable within 5 days of ride

Highlights

  • 8-hour guided ride from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
  • Max 2 riders per unit
  • 250 lb max per rider and 400 lb max combined
  • No children under 12 years of age

Pricing breakdown

What you'll pay for this experience

Base pricing

Catalina Ride base rate: $415.00 per unit

8-hour guided experience from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

Each unit allows up to 2 riders.

Booking terms

No reservation deposit is required for Catalina bookings.

Payment is non-refundable within 5 days of the ride.

Ride overview

Long Beach to Catalina and back

  • Adventure route runs from Long Beach to Catalina Island and back in an 8-hour guided day on the water.
  • Ride time runs from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
  • Each unit allows a maximum of 2 riders.
  • Riders are limited to 250 lbs each and 400 lbs combined per unit.

What to expect

Open water, wildlife, and Avalon

  • Ride roughly 27 miles across the Pacific to Santa Catalina Island with scenic stops along the way.
  • Wildlife sightings can include sea lions, dolphins, and other marine life depending on conditions.
  • Guests spend time in Avalon for food, shopping, and exploring before the return ride.
  • This is a physically demanding ride, so riders should arrive rested and prepared for an all-day adventure.
  • No children under 12 years of age are permitted on the Catalina Ride.

Preparation

Come ready for the full day

  • Bring snacks, water, sunscreen, and dry clothing.
  • Check in at the launch area by 7:00 AM.
  • Departure begins at 7:00 AM, weather and launch conditions permitting.

Cancellation policy

Before you cancel

  • Please call to cancel a reservation.
  • Payment is non-refundable within 5 days of the ride.
  • No-shows are charged the full booked amount.

Sample itinerary

Typical ride-day timeline

7:00 AMArrive at the launch area
7:30 AMDepart Long Beach
9:00 AMArrive in Catalina after the guided ride and photo stops
12:00 PMMeet back at the pier
12:30 PMDepart Catalina
3:00 PMArrive back in Long Beach

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