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Catalina Snorkel & Scuba

400 Pebble Beach Rd, Avalon, Catalina Island, CA 90704
(310) 510-8558
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diving off Casino Point
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Ranked #5 of 31 tours in Avalon
5.0 of 5 stars 8 Reviews
Type: Water sports
Owner description: Catalina Snorkel & Scuba is your gateway to underwater diving adventure in the waters off Catalina Island. Whether you’re looking for an afternoon of...... more » Owner description: Catalina Snorkel & Scuba is your gateway to underwater diving adventure in the waters off Catalina Island. Whether you’re looking for an afternoon of fun or a lifetime of marine experiences, our professional staff will help you and your family design a diving adventure for everyone. Catalina Snorkel and Scuba welcomes divers of all experience levels. Whether diving is like second nature to you, or the largest body of water you’ve ever been in is a public pool, you’ll feel comfortable diving and snorkeling with the pros at Catalina Snorkel and Scuba. When you make your reservation with us, you can rest assured you’re in good hands! « less
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“Catalina Dive Shop (aka Catalina Snorkel & Scuba) is outstanding”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

I dove with Dave this past weekend on a guided dive in the Casino underwater park. As we prepared for the dive and took the short trip to the park, Dave explained the aspects of colder water diving that I needed to understand (additional weight needed, wet suit compression, bouyancy adjustments, etc.) Dave is very personable, thorough and patient. I... More

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Kalamazoo, Michigan
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“Perfect all around”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 3, 2011

A group of us arranged a couple of days of diving with "Diver" Dave. I have dived a lot and all over the world and having a dive guide that enthusiastic after he has been diving for all these years is rare. The organisation was relaxed but efficient - just what you need from a short break. My last dive... More

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San Diego, California, United States
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“dave has patience”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 30, 2011

Well, I decided to take myself and 3 children (16,14, 12) diving for my birthday weekend. First time in cold water for myself and kids. First couple of dives were tough for me, but the kids did much better. I kinda violated all diving rules within the first day. Dave stayed very calm, patience and in control of all of... More

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san diego
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“Diving visibililty was great”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2011

I went diving with Dave at Catalina Snorkel and Scuba Dave was good to dive with because he explained everything clearly to me so I know what to expect underwater which is important for me to be able to relax and enjoy the dive. I would dive with him again if it weren't for the fact I won't be doing... More

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Tustin, California
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“Totally worth it!!!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 30, 2011

I was met by a man calling me by first name. This man was the one helping me with my equipment. He was witty and made me laugh and forget my nerves. My instruktor was a man with alot of experience and he was so kunning. The company was small but very professional. The waters were beautyful with plenty of... More

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Ventura, ca
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“Excellent snorkel leader, great views of colorful local fish, clear water.”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 30, 2011

We have snorkeled many places, but this was our first time to swim with the colorful fish in a seaweed forest! Our snorkel leader brought us several of the local shellfish and was an impressive diver who enjoyed showing us Lover's Cove. We plan to go again! More

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Phoenix, Arizona
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“Great CA diving”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 14, 2011
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The diving here in NOV was a tad cold even with a 7mm but it was still real nice diving. We dove off of Casino Point in the marine preserve dive park. Had a great time! I would definately dive here again and again More

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Oceanside, California
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“What an adventure!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 7, 2011

We had the best time thanks to the amazing staff at Catalina Snorkel and Scuba! Everyone from the people I spoke with on the phone to the divers at Lovers Cove were helpful and friendly! The pricing is VERY FAIR and you will not regret booking with this company! Diver Dave was great with my two children and he was... More

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