Santa Catalina Island: Guided Safari Tour

About this experience

Book Catalina Island safari tour tickets from Los Angeles Trade the Los Angeles skyline for open hills and island wildlife with this guided Catalina Island safari tour. In about two hours, you ride a custom-built open-air safari vehicle from The Cabrillo Mole into Catalina's interior, where bison graze on grasslands and the island's unique ecology comes into view. Book tickets on VervTrip before you sail so your seat is reserved once you land in Avalon. This Santa Catalina Island safari is built for visitors who want more than a waterfront stroll. Your live guide points out habitats, shares how Hollywood-era bison arrived in 1924, and helps you spot deer, bald eagles, ravens, and the Catalina Island fox. Open-air seating keeps sightlines clear for photos without needing hotel pickup or complicated transfers from the mainland. What you will see on the wildlife safari The route climbs through rugged hills and open savannah beyond Avalon. Expect panoramic views across Catalina's wild terrain and a stop at the Airport-in-the-Sky, the mountaintop airfield with a Nature Center nearby. From that vantage point you can look toward one of Catalina's original Native American gathering sites while learning about conservation on the island. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed, but the open vehicle and expert commentary raise your odds of memorable views. Bring a camera, dress for sun and wind, and leave room in your day for Avalon's harbor after the tour. Pair the safari with a full Catalina Island day trip if you are crossing from Los Angeles for the first time. How tickets and entry work Buy Catalina Island safari tour tickets online on VervTrip, choose your date, and show your confirmation on the day. The tour starts at The Cabrillo Mole in Avalon. Allow time to arrive from the ferry dock before the listed start. Duration is about two hours, so it fits neatly beside lunch, shops, or a late afternoon ferry back to the mainland. Your ticket covers the guided tour on the custom safari vehicle with open-air seating. Hotel pickup, drop-off, and binoculars are not included. Cancel for free until 24 hours before your visit date and get a full refund if plans change. Looking for more Los Angeles outdoors time after you return? Browse a Los Angeles sunset summit tour or a flexible Los Angeles hop-on hop-off bus tour on VervTrip. Practical tips before you visit Catalina Wear layers and closed shoes. Island hills can be breezy even on warm days. Sunscreen and water help on the open-air vehicle. The safari is suitable for most ages and is a strong fit for families and nature lovers, but it is not wheelchair accessible. Arrive early at The Cabrillo Mole so boarding stays relaxed, and check ferry schedules between Los Angeles ports and Avalon before you book tickets. If you want a full island day, schedule the safari first while energy is high, then explore Avalon's waterfront cafes and shops. Keep your confirmation handy on your phone. Tickets on VervTrip keep booking simple whether you are a local day-tripper or visiting Los Angeles from further afield. Why book Catalina safari tickets with VervTrip VervTrip lets you compare Catalina Island and Los Angeles tour tickets in one place, secure your safari date in advance, and manage free cancellation when you qualify. Secure your Catalina Island safari tour tickets today and turn a Los Angeles day trip into a genuine wildlife adventure on Santa Catalina Island.

Highlights

• Explore wild terrain beyond Avalon in a custom-built safari vehicle
• Spot herds of bison descended from 1924 Hollywood film animals
• Open-air seating provides unobstructed views of island wildlife
• Traverse rugged hills and open grasslands with an expert guide

What is included

• Live guide
• Guided tour
• Custom-built safari vehicle
• Open-air seating

Not included

• Hotel pickup or drop-off
• Wildlife viewing binoculars

Before you go

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Cancellation terms

Cancel for free until 24 hours before your visit date and get a full refund