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Step aboard the Catalina Express ferry from San Pedro for a one-hour journey across the Pacific to Avalon on Catalina Island. This ferry ride offers stunning ocean views and easy access to the island’s car-free charm and outdoor pursuits.
Step aboard the Catalina Express ferry from San Pedro for a one-hour journey across the Pacific to Avalon on Catalina Island. This ferry ride offers stunning ocean views and easy access to the island’s car-free charm and outdoor pursuits.
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Operated by Catalina Express · San Pedro, California
The salty breeze whips through your hair as the Catalina Express ferry slips away from the Catalina Sea and Air Terminal in San Pedro, its engines humming with purpose. The Pacific Ocean sprawls endlessly ahead, a restless companion daring you to look deeper. For the next hour, your journey is defined by the steady rhythm of waves pushing the ferry forward, while gulls wheel overhead, their calls slicing through the marine air.
easy.
1 hour.
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required as this is a ferry ride.
The ferry crossing typically takes about 60 minutes depending on sea conditions.
All sales are final with no refunds available for cancellations.
Yes, both the terminal and ferry are fully wheelchair accessible.
Yes, the ferry accommodates surfboards, bikes, and strollers.
While the ferry has seating, food and drinks are usually brought onboard by passengers as there is limited service.
A mobile QR code is accepted, so a digital ticket on your device is sufficient for boarding.
Catalina Island’s Avalon was once a retreat for Hollywood stars during the 1920s and became a popular getaway for Los Angeles residents.
The island limits vehicles to protect its fragile ecosystem and fosters sustainable tourism to preserve natural habitats.
Catalina Express operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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Book directly with Catalina Express for the best rates and real-time scheduling.
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