Family fun under the water viewing and feeding the fish while you stay warm and dry!
Just the Facts
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Boat based tour, motion sickness trigger
- Confined space, claustrophobia trigger
- Fitness level moderate: uneven ground and ladder climb
- Tickets $$ are per person, military discount
- All ages
- Frequent departures
- Cancelled by severe ocean weather
Nautilus Semi-Submarine
Family friendly and engaging for all ages, this glass bottom boat tour takes it to a whole new level. Not only does the vessel look like a yellow submarine, you actually go inside where it takes you below the waterline. If you have kids or love the underwater environment this tour is a match for you. This is not the best option for folks with the fear of enclosed spaces. The cabin is tight when filled to capacity, no need to have a bad time if you know you don’t do well in a crowded, enclosed environment. Book a tour with the Nautilus
Words of Wisdom
Visiting Catalina Island during the summer or peak season, will get you the best weather conditions but also comes with crowds and longer wait times. If you can travel in the “off season” November thru May you can usually save money and enjoy the small town vibe without hoards of visitors roaming the streets and beaches. The hotel rates will drop significantly and its much easier to book a tour or grab a bite to eat without a long delay. One thing to keep in mind is the folks who live and work in Avalon are pushed to the maximum of human kindness and patience. All day long they are asked the same questions and sometimes get the bad side of visitors not enjoying their vacation per their expectations. Be kind to these employees and business owners. They are all doing their best to give you a great time and fun memories. Some folks have to work 2 or 3 jobs just to afford the high cost of living on the island so be sure to tip the folks who provide you quality service, they deserve your gratitude. When it is time to plan your next vacation, look to the sea and make Catalina Island your destination of choice.
