Glass Bottom Boat: Catalina Island Tour
Description
Step aboard the Glass Bottom Boat Voyage! Just beneath your feet, the boat has a glass floor so you can see Catalina’s crystal-clear water teeming with schools of fish while flashes of the vibrant orange garibaldi dart by. This 45-minute tour is an unforgettable way to experience Catalina’s marine life and perfect for families, first-timers, or anyone who wants a front-row seat to the ocean, while staying above the surface. We've been taking curious Catalina visitors on journeys into Lover's Cove Marine Preserve for nearly a century. The first successful glass bottom boat was launched in Catalina in 1896!
Tour Options
Itinerary
See the bottom of the sea through the bottom of a boat on this narrated cruise through Lover's Cove Marine Preserve. You'll be mesmerized as you look at schools of colorful fish that often stop to look back at you.
Catalina Island
Meet your captain at Float B
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Reviews(81)
The captain was knowledgeable and professional and friendly. The views are interesting. I would have enjoyed a longer trip, but I would definitely recommend the excursion to those who want to learn about the ocean life near Catalina. I would take other visitors in the future.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you found the captain knowledgeable, professional, and friendly, and that you enjoyed learning about Catalina's fascinating marine life. Hope to see you again soon!
The ride on the glass bottom boat was such a disappointment. Not only is a lye is a rip off . The girl who was in charge was doing all of the work and did a great job . The ride was smooth and set up inside so old and run down , is advertise like is will be a good experience but it was not at all .
Hello, and thank you for your honest feedback. We're sorry to hear that you were disappointed with your experience on the Glass Bottom Boat Voyage. We appreciate your comments and will take them into consideration as we work to improve the tour experience.
Interesting to see the fish being fed, but marine life is pretty scanty. Boat captain friendly and informative
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed watching the fish being fed and that the captain made a positive impression. We appreciate your honest comments about the marine life visibility. Conditions can vary from day to day, and we’re always striving to provide the best possible experience.
From grandma to my teenage son, we enjoyed this boat ride. We did see many fish. It was a highlight of our trip.
We appreciate your high star rating and are thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Glass Bottom Boat Voyage. Hope to see you again soon!
Professional and knowledgeable captain of the ocean life and knowledge of the island also knowledge in fish
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time on the Glass Bottom Boat Voyage. We appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back out on the water again soon!
The fish in the area seem to know that these boats=snacks so you get to see a huge school of fish. The driver is very knowledgeable about the different types of fish and the area. It was a fun and an educational experience. Well really enjoyed it.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! It sounds like such a memorable experience getting to see those incredible schools of fish up close. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
We had a lot of fun and got some great catalina info! We even saw a Golden Eagle just above Lovers Cove!
Thanks for your feedback! We’re so glad you had fun and picked up some great Catalina insights along the way. We’d love to have you join us again on your next island adventure.
Loved the glass bottom boat tour. Saw lots of fish and a sea lion. Our guide was very knowledgeable. Great experience.
We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the Glass Bottom Boat Voyage and had such a great experience! It's wonderful to know our team made an impact. Thank you for the fantastic feedback, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures soon!
Great little excursion. Had fun seeing schools of fish. Would recommend!
Thanks for your high star rating! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the Glass Bottom Boat Voyage.
Leas expensive than the glass bottom boat offered by those on the Catalina flyer. Also they have a senior rate. Best was that the guide was very knowledgable on the island, the fish, and all things Catalina.
Thank you so much for the kind review! We’re thrilled you found our tour to be a great value. Our guides love sharing their knowledge of Catalina and the marine environment, and it means a lot to hear that it made your experience even more enjoyable.
