Avalon: Santa Catalina Island Aerial Helicopter Tour
ID: GYG606755-1017740
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
20 min.
Description
Embark on a helicopter tour from Avalon to discover Catalina's untouched beauty. Soar over Catalina Bay, spot wildlife, and witness iconic landmarks including Middle Ranch and El Rancho Escondido.
Depart from Pebbly Beach in Avalon for a helicopter tour of the mostly untouched natural beauty of the 22-mile-long Santa Catalina Island featuring a rugged interior and cliffs rising from the ocean.
Begin your journey over Avalon, a vibrant centerpiece to Catalina Island brimming with rich history. This picturesque harbor town offers charming streets lined with quaint boutiques and eateries. Fly past the Catalina Casino, Descanso Beach Club, and Hamilton Cove.
Look for buffalo roaming the hills, soaring eagles, or dolphins on the coastline as you catch glimpses of the beautiful beaches and secluded coves including Bird Rock, Empire Landing, and Isthmus Cove.
Journey past Two Harbors, a small village where the island is only a quarter-mile wide. Fly over the Airport in the Sky and historical landmarks including Middle Ranch and El Rancho Escondido, a hillside vineyard that once served as the Wrigley family's Arabian Horse Ranch.
Conclude your adventure by passing the Wrigley Memorial, the Botanic Garden, the historic Catalina Island Golf Course, and the island’s highest peak, Mount Orizaba, as you descend past Catalina Bay one last time.
Highlights
- Feel the excitement of flying over enchanting landscapes on a helicopter tour
- Glide past the Catalina Casino, Descanso Beach Club, and Hamilton Cove
- Fly over historical landmarks such as Middle Ranch and El Rancho Escondido
- Immerse yourself in the unspoiled natural splendor of Santa Catalina Island
- Soar over Wrigley Memorial, Botanic Garden, and the Mount Orizaba peak
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Passengers weighing over 300 lbs/136 kg must purchase an additional seat
• All passengers aged 18 and over must have a photo ID at check-in
• Your itinerary may be modified for safety and or operational considerations
• Helicopter seating is based on legal weight & balance limits and will be assigned after check-in. Maverick Helicopters does not guarantee seating next to or in the same row of the rest of the party.
Your flight departs from the Maverick Helicopter Terminal located at Catalina Island.
INCLUDED
- Helicopter flight
- Commentary by pilot
- Taxes and fees
NOT INCLUDED
- Tips
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
