Fantastic Catalina Race
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Fantastic Catalina Race

By Fantastic Race Worldwide
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Ages 5-99
Duration: 1h 30m
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • The hunt is all-inclusive, and covers clues, goodies throughout, snack and beverage, and prizes.
What's not included
  • All-inclusive tour


Start:Traveler pickup offered.
  • 220 Metropole Ave, Avalon, CA 90704, USA
    NEW COVID PROTOCOLS: All players must contact us upon signing up. We will then send full registration materials including a contactless waiver form.
Pickup details
  • NEW COVID PROTOCOLS: All players must contact us upon signing up. We will then send full registration materials including a contactless waiver form.
Port pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.
  • Avalon
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
    • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 130331P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • 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
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 130331P1

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    • Fantastic Race Worldwide
      4.8 of 5 bubbles50
      Los Angeles, California
      Joined in March 2019
    • SpencerFab
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great time!!
      Fun way to experience downtown Charlotte Amalie! Great hosts Bonnie and Debbie. Nice to get water bottles along the way! Not too difficult challenges. (Wished for a couple more)
      Written January 29, 2025
    • susanhL4160PO
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A fun way to see St. Thomas!
      There were 7 in our group and we had a great time!! It’s a fun way to see St. Thomas. Bonnie, Debbie, and David were excellent hosts. Highly recommend!
      Written January 9, 2025
    • Cruiser308584
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      An awesome race!
      We were unsure how this would be as we’re older(53-60) and not in the best physical shape but we had an amazing experience! Bonnie and Debbie and crew made everything fun! We even took first place! I definitely recommend this excursion! There is a lot of walking but you can do it at your leisure if you’d like.
      Written December 16, 2024
    • chicago60649
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic race is a fantastic time.
      This was my daughter who is 36 and myself I’m 65 first time doing this race. It was absolutely incredible. You had to figure out the clues in order to move forward to the next step. We were put into teams and you had to work together. Believe me you got to know your teammates fast. Not only did you have so much fun you got to see so much of the town fast. You got to interact with the locals because they were part of the race. Our team came in first place with a winning time of 1:21 minutes. I would highly recommend this event.
      Written December 11, 2024
    • J3675IPbethw
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic fun!
      Fun way to explore St. Thomas! Our hosts were kind, informative, and helpful. The race was truly fantastic and lived up to our expectations. Island weather got us a little wet and sweaty but we had a blast! Highly recommend if you are looking for an interesting way to explore the area.
      Written October 18, 2024
    • Bettina M
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Family fun!
      This was the highlight of our trip! The starting Iocation was very easy to get to from our cruise port. Peggy and Debbie were there ahead of time and ready for us. We have a competitive family of five. We chose to split into two teams. This worked great for our family. Many of the mistakes that we would make fun of racers on the Amazing Race TV show happened to us. It was very humbling. And we had so much fun! We won't give anything away here, but suffice it to say that we had many 'duh' moments. 0ne of our teams lost an item and it cost them time, which gave our other team hope; we miscalculated a clue and went to the wrong location; got stuck trying to solve a clue, had to decide if we would help another team or not, etc. And the celebration at the end when we went running to the finish was great! Peggy and Debbie thought of everything. And we got to see way more of local St. Thomas that we would have on our own. We highly recommend this Fantastic Race!
      Written July 10, 2024
    • marianu471
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fun but a workout
      Although it was a very hot day, the ladies were assessable. My nephew and I made up our team and we were surprised how challenging the race was. We came in second but had a great time. There are many stories to tell. Thank you ladies
      Written June 3, 2024
    • Dkissel
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      So fun!
      This was so fun! The clues were easy to figure out and the route gave us plenty to see in the area. Bonnie and Debbie were perfect hostesses and I'd recommend this to anyone other than if you are with a child in a stroller.
      Written April 17, 2024
    • barbpsuwolf
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic, but be prepared
      You will be welcomed and given full instructions before the race. There will be a LOT of WALKING with HILLS. There are 2 cruise ports in St. Thomas, you will meet at the Havensight port. If you are at the other port, you will need to take a taxi which is about $9 per person. You will get to stop at local places, bring cash for some of them. The staff will provide snacks and drinks at the finish and are just a phone call away if you need help, so someone will need to have a working cell phone. Overall we had a fantastic time on the race and would do it again in Cozumel.
      Written March 30, 2024
    • barbarasI5908XQ
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic Race lives up to its name!
      The Fantastic Race was challenging and so much fun! I was traveling on the Norwegian Cruise line with 7 relatives on a Cousins’ Cruise (all 8 of us in our 60’s). We divided ourselves into 2 teams of 4 and were joined by 7 teams from the Carnival Cruise Line. We started at a pirate museum which held many clues that ultimately led us to our first destination. There were fun challenges at each stop and staff met us along the way to provide water. It was well-organized and we all loved the experience. Nearly a month later, I still have a beaded braid in my hair…thanks to Miss Patricia’s braiding booth! It’s a fun reminder of the experience! For those up for a physical challenge, I highly recommend the Fantastic Race!
      Written March 18, 2024
    • jamesgT4102QZ
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      2nd place!
      Fantastic Race St Thomas was in a word "Fantastic". Bonnie and crew were friendly and made it fun. If you have been to St Thomas before then consider this fun excursion. We were a team of 4 (2 couples) and older and we came in 2nd place above many younger teams! If you like the Amazing Race then you will like being a part of this fun few hours. I highly recommend Fantastic Race St Thomas. Where else does this race take place? While the winners get a medal, consider 2nd and 3rd place medals also or certificates as a fun souvenir. Light lunch and beers at the end topped of a great time.
      Written February 4, 2024
    • pattyp578
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The best race to come in last place.
      Our family had a blast. If you are on a cruise put this on your list of things to do. We meet people and saw places we would have never seen had we not run this race; Well, we really didn't run that may be why we came in last place. But it was the most memorable last place we have ever had
      Written January 16, 2024
    • jacoblA3715ZA
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      An Absolute Blast
      My wife and I raced against 4 other teams. The whole race ended up being about 2.5 miles with a couple intimidating hills involved. We are moderately in shape and were able to handle the race, but I could see older or handicapped racers struggle a bit more. The race itself was an absolute blast and possibly our favorite activity during our entire time on the island. I would 110% recommend this to anyone wanting to do something exciting that allows you to see parts of the city that the typical tourist would not.
      Written December 21, 2023
    • C126YUgaryt
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      The Amazing Fantastic Race
      My wife and I are both huge fans of The Amazing Race. So when we saw The Fantastic Race was available in St Thomas, it was a must do. And it was not a disappointment! The race was so much fun, and some decisions we had to make were very much like those we've seen on Amazing Race. And the interaction with the locals made it even more interesting and fun. There was a chance to take a bus, or make a run/walk to the next check point. We chose to walk it, and it was a good 1+ mile, which was fine for us. We knew what we were getting into. Bonnie did an outstanding job of explaining everything, without helping too much, and was an excellent "Phil". If walking up an incline is a challenge for you, this might not be your excursion. But it you like a challenge and a fantastic time, book the Fantastic Race!
      Written December 9, 2023
    • vpd419
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great adventure
      Bonnie and the staff are great. This is a fun adventure and great way to explore the port. Be advised that this is a lot of walking, about 4 miles total by our step counter. The clues were fun and just the right amount of difficulty. Well worth the cost and time. Highly recommended.
      Written April 11, 2023
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    Melissa L
    Omaha, NE4 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2023
    Such a fun way to see Catalina! Our kids (young adults) loved it and will always remember this trip. Be sure to wear athletic shoes, a lot of ground to cover. Challenged everyone in our group in different ways with an unexpected outcome of fun. We are still talking about it...
    Written May 28, 2023
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    Mollie B
    Kailua, HI41 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This race was so much fun! It helped that we won too! Our date coming in our Disney Cruise Line wasn’t open so I sent an email. They made it available as long as 10 signed up. We got about 40. There was the right amount of confusion, different challenges and running about. At the end ceremony we had some local bites and a drink! We would do this again in the other cities offered. Well done!
    Written February 21, 2023
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    CAMILLE H
    Hurricane, UT5 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2023
    I did this race with my two adult daughters. We had a great time trying to solve the clues to get to the next clue. We thought we were really ahead of the crowd until we got to the end. I think not every team solved every clue. Frustrating that they skipped some of the clues and ended up at the finish line before the rest of us.
    Written April 24, 2023
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    Don Juan
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2019 • Family
    Oh my goodness, I had know idea what I was in for when I signed up for this. First of all the woman in charge, I believe her name was Bonnie was Amazing (no pun intended?). She was extremely enthusiastic and uplifting which made for a good start. The race itself was a Blast and I have to say it was the highlight of our cruise and can't wait to go back to St. Thomas and do it again in the future. I highly recommend this to anyone and everyone who is looking for a good time and plus you get to see so many sights at the same time So much fun!!
    Written June 19, 2019
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    Jacob B
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2023 • Couples
    It was really fun exploring the island race-style. We loved solving the clues and thought they were perfect in difficulty.
    Written June 6, 2023
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    Sue W
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Apr 2023 • Friends
    Jacob was great! We had an awesome time. Just be prepared to walk/run a ton! Everyone was FUN- do it, you won’t regret it!
    Written April 21, 2023
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    Thomas
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Had a great time competing in this Fantastic Race on Catalina island with my wife and two friends. Our host, Joseph, was great and enthusiastic. I’d recommend this excursion.
    Written April 9, 2024
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    Penny
    Vancouver, WA9 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2022
    it was fun. Did take some thinking on some of the clues. Paired with another couple which made it more fun. Be prepared to walk a lot.
    Written June 27, 2022
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    Hi. Thank you for the kind words. We noticed, that despite those words, you gave us only 3 stars -- which would indicate a less-than-enjoyable time. Is there anything we could do have done with your race or something you would suggest we do in the future to make sure that others have a 5-star experience? Thanks again.
    Written July 5, 2022
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    Sarah
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We loved this race. It was my favorite part of our whole trip. You don’t have to be super fit to compete. We had grandma on our team so it was walking at a very slow pace, but we still came in first before all the teams that were running. It just depends on solving the puzzles. There was a variety of tasks and we got to run around and see a bunch of Catalina. My 7-year old loved it too so it is great for the whole family. Matthew was a fantastic host.
    Written August 30, 2019
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    Ben
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2019 • Family
    Great time, well thought out and challenging. Family of 7, wish there would have been more teams competing, but we still had a great time.
    Written August 16, 2019
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