Discover the vibrant marine life of Catalina Island with a private scuba diving tour from Huntington Beach. Enjoy personalized guidance, stunning underwater scenery, and a truly immersive experience. Perfect for adventure seekers ready to explore California's ocean secrets.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good health with basic swimming ability; previous diving experience recommended but not required for intro dives.
Wildlife
History
Catalina Island has a rich history as a fishing village and military outpost, with remnants visible on the island that hint at its past.
Conservation
Salty Pleasure stresses eco-friendly practices, including no-touch policies and dive site conservation efforts to protect marine habitats.
Salty Pleasure
Discover the vibrant marine life of Catalina Island with a private scuba diving tour from Huntington Beach. Enjoy personalized guidance, stunning underwater scenery, and a truly immersive experience. Perfect for adventure seekers ready to explore California's ocean secrets.
Salty Pleasure is a Huntington Beach, California-based charter and maritime service operating private boat experiences and electric boat maintenance. The company offers a spacious charter vessel accommodating up to 8 guests and a licensed captain for every trip. Salty Pleasure provides a variety of private excursions including offshore fishing, Catalina fishing, local fishing, deep sea tuna trips, scuba dive expeditions, sunset cruises, harbor and wine-and-charcuterie cruises, and burials at sea.
Trips range from short harbor outings to full-day offshore and Catalina adventures with flexible durations—examples include 2-, 6-, 8-, 10- and 12-hour options depending on the experience. Fishing trips focus on species such as bluefin, yellowfin and skipjack tuna when conditions allow, and trips include fishing gear, top-quality equipment, and guided technique from experienced crew members. The scuba dive offerings combine guided dives around Catalina Island with boat support and private cove exploration.
The vessel features guest comforts such as a Bluetooth sound system and space for relaxing or socializing. For land-based boat owners, Salty Pleasure advertises electric boat repair, upholstery work, and diagnostics to keep vessels in peak condition. Burial at sea services are available as a 90-minute or two-hour ceremony launching from Huntington Harbor.
Salty Pleasure emphasizes safety, licensed operation, and personalized experiences tailored to small groups seeking fishing, diving, celebration, or memorial services along Southern California’s coastline.
An experienced captain handles navigation, safety briefings, and on‑board instruction for fishing and diving outings. Booking options accommodate private groups and flexible trip lengths departing from Huntington Harbor. Year-round bookings.
Boat Capacity
Up to 8 guests
Private charters for small groups
Trip Durations
2–12 hours
Flexible short and full-day options
Departure Point
Huntington Harbor
Launches from Huntington Beach
Maintenance
Electric boat service
Repairs, upholstery, diagnostics
Contact Salty Pleasure for availability, trip options, and tailored itineraries departing from Huntington Harbor.
Book in Advance
Private scuba tours are popular, so reserve your spot early to secure your preferred date.
Check Gear Fit
Ensure your wetsuit fits comfortably, especially if you tend to be sensitive to water temperatures.
Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water before your dive to stay energized and prevent dehydration.
Respect Marine Life
Avoid touching or disturbing marine animals to help preserve their natural habitat.
Wetsuit
Keeps you warm in varying water temperatures; provided if needed.
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Mask, Snorkel, Fins
Fundamental gear for comfortable underwater exploration.
Rash Guard
Offers extra sun and abrasion protection during the boat ride.
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Underwater Camera
Capture your marine encounters and share your experience.