45 min

About this activity

Explore the Catalina Island's amazing undersea gardens by venturing on an exploratory mission aboard the semi-submersible SS Nautilus. Designed after the USS Nautilus, America's first nuclear powered submarine, this 45-minute 6-feet underwater journey departs from the Green Pier and will cruise to a marine preserved sanctuary known as the Lovers' Cove. Equipped with torpedo buttons, adventurers can create a feeding frenzy right from their viewing porthole for an additional charge. On the way back to the marina, enjoy breathtaking harbor views on the top deck of the submarine. Weather permitting, undersea garden tours depart hourly year round from mid-morning until an hour before sunset.

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Included

Semi-submersible tour
Sightseeing cruise

Not included

Fish food offered at additional charge

Additional

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
A 25% change fee will be charged and paid directly to the supplier for any itinerary change once the tour is confirmed,
Not wheelchair accessible. Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
Your tickets will be held at the will-call window for collection on the day of the tour.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Infants (2 years old and under) must be ticketed on a USCG vessel; fare is free-of-charge but fees apply
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund

Features

Tourism

95%

Cultural

65%

Reviews

4.4

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Susan S

4 | 2019-07-08

7 and 10 y/o grandkids had a blast. Be prepared to buy food to feed the fish. Sound system was a bit fuzzy so I couldn’t understand what the docent was saying. Still don’t know bwhat kind of fish I saw, but it was interesting.

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George F

4 | 2017-08-04

A fun 45 minutes. Visibility not as good as anticipated possibly due to time of year?. Fish food guns brought dozens of fish.

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