Where do I pick up rentals?

Pick up at Catalina Divers Supply — the shop is on the bottom floor of the Catalina Casino Building and also stocks gear on the Pleasure Pier.

How long can I rent gear?

Rentals are offered for single days up to four days, giving flexibility for day trips or multi-day stays.

Yes—Catalina Divers Supply carries kid-sized masks and fins and staff will fit children to ensure a proper seal and comfort.

Do I need to bring my own wetsuit?

No—wetsuits are available to rent; staff can recommend thickness based on season and water temperature.

Is fish ID guidance available?

Yes—the shop sells fish ID cards and staff often point out local species and good viewing spots to renters.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellation details are handled through the booking provider; check your reservation or the FareHarbor booking link for current terms.

Rent Snorkel Gear on Catalina Island: Catalina Divers Supply A' La Carte Rentals

On Catalina Island’s sun-slick waters off Avalon, Catalina Divers Supply’s Individual Gear Rentals—A’ La’ Carte Menu turns impulse to action. Located at the bottom floor of the Catalina Casino Building and with gear available on the green Pleasure Pier, the shop rents masks, snorkels, fins, and wetsuits by the day or up to four days, so you can step from ferry to reef with minimal fuss. The shop also sells fish ID cards and accessories, a small but useful touch for visitors eager to identify Garibaldi, kelp bass, and the neon flashes of opaleye beneath the surface.

The real draw is the island’s marine environment. Avalon Harbor and nearby coves are fringed with giant kelp (Macrocystis pyrifera), rock reefs, and shallow rocky drop-offs that create pockets of refuge for colorful reef fish, abalone beds, and invertebrate life. Visibility often ranges from 15 to 40 feet on calm days; water temperatures are cool even in summer, so a wetsuit rental isn’t indulgence but comfort. For snorkelers who want to up the experience, Lover’s Cove Ecological Reserve lies a short boat ride away and showcases dense kelp forests and healthy fish populations.

Catalina Divers Supply anchors this access financially and logistically—local staff know launch points, current tendencies, and tide windows. That local knowledge is what turns a random swim into a safe, memorable exploration: which beach is shallow enough for kids, where to spot a solitary horn shark, and when to time your outing for slack tide. The shop’s placement inside the historic Catalina Casino building—an Avalon landmark since 1929—and on the Pleasure Pier ties modern recreation to the island’s long visitor tradition.

Practical advantages are straightforward. A’ la carte rentals remove the need to travel with bulky gear; they’re ideal for day-trippers, families on vacation, or travelers who fly/ferry in with carry-on luggage. Add-ons like wetsuits and fish ID cards make time in the water more comfortable and informative. Rentals support low-impact access: gear instead of single-use rentals reduces waste and encourages visitors to choose reef-safe sunscreen and follow no-touch rules.

If you’re staying in Avalon, renting from Catalina Divers Supply is the easiest way to spend more time underwater and less time wrangling equipment. Walk out with the essentials, learn a few local tips, and let the island’s kelp forests and bright reef fish do the rest. Plan rentals around the morning slack tide for the calmest surface and best visibility. If you’re new to snorkeling, ask staff for a mask fit and a quick flotation refresher; Catalina Divers Supply routinely fits masks and suggests fins that reduce leg fatigue. Carry a small dry bag for phone, water bottle, and a lightweight towel to stay comfortable between swims. Enjoy.

Rent Snorkel Gear on Catalina Island: Catalina Divers Supply A' La Carte Rentals

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