Private Tour
Available languages
2 hours
Mobile ticket
Catalina Island’s original custom guided golf cart tour! Explore Avalon through the eyes of a local. With us you will learn about the history of the Island and the lifestyle of its residents. Custom tours of 2 hours will entertain and educate you! Reserve your tour time in advance, limited times and space are offered each day.
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Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Avalon
Explore these local hangouts and iconic landmarks – Pebbly Beach, the Inn at Mt. Ada and “three palms”, the pet cemetery, the Memorial/ Botanical Gardens, look-out points over Bell Tower Road, the world famous Casino building – including feeding the fish and the Casino Point Dive Park and Marine Preserve plus a peek around the Avalon Diving History Exhibit!
Private transportation
Bottled water
Landing and facility fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
Select a pickup point
Pickup included
592 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Michael R,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
We had an amazing time, Dudley was very knowledgeable and made us feel welcome. Overall great experience. Dudley was the best!
George M,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
Great tour! Our driver Letty was so knowledgeable and so much fun! She made the experience 5 STARS!!
Billie N,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
It was great way to see the island and learn all about the history. Our tour guide Dudley was the best.
bkr01,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
This was a great way to spend our shore time on Catalina Island. Our guide, Ron, was knowledgeable and engaging throughout. His tour was well organized and covered everything from botany and ecology of the islands to fun tidbits and dirt about famous and infamous residents of the past. Arrangements were simple and excellent communication. Tour length was just right. Definitely recommend.
Brian B,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
Letty was the perfect guide. She has lived in Avalon for many years and knows the history of Catalina Island really well. Very enjoyable tour and very much recommended
Cheryl K,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
Great tour! Dudley our guide lived there for 50 years plus and was a wealth of interesting info. Beautiful views and great history!
Scott D,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Excellent afternoon on Catalina!

scottcF1286DL,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
What an amazing way to spend the morning on Catalina. Dudley was the best tour guide you can ask for. Beyond knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. The entire family (kids included) enjoyed this tour. Great value and great experience. Cannot recommend this tour and Dudley enough!
amilied2026,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
We were on a girls’ cruise and got the chance to explore the beautiful island of Catalina—and honestly, this tour ended up being one of the highlights of our trip! We decided to go with a guided tour (instead of attempting to navigate on our own… which would’ve 100% turned into chaos), and we were paired with Art—BEST decision ever. Art knows the island inside and out and made the whole experience fun, personal, and actually interesting (no boring history lectures here). One of our favorite fun facts he shared—no one has been born on the island since the 70s because they banned births at the hospital! It’s little things like that that made the tour so memorable. He has this amazing ability to read the group’s vibe and tailor the tour to match—ours quickly turned into a perfect mix of exploring, laughing, and stopping for the occasional “refreshment” He took us to hidden gems we never would’ve found on our own, found the cutest little local spots, and even doubled as our personal photographer. And I’m not exaggerating when I say… every single photo was a 10/10. We’ve never looked better What really stood out were the personal stories he shared about the island—it made the whole experience feel way more special than just driving around in a golf cart. Highly, highly recommend doing a guided tour instead of going on your own—you’ll miss so much otherwise. And if you can, request Art. Trust me. Such an awesome experience—we’re still talking about it!

bbalducci,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was great and informative. Janeese is an amazing guide.
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