Discovering Two Harbors Whale Watching Catalina Island

By Margaret Taylor


Whether living on, or visiting the East or West Coast, there are a number of options when it comes to exploring the ocean. While the Atlantic offers some of the deep sea fishing expeditions, the West offers more in the way of Island adventures and Whale Watching Catalina Island.

In either case, the Atlantic and Pacific offer a plethora of opportunities for deep sea fishing and viewing majestic sea creatures. When it comes to Two Harbor cruises on the West coast, those aboard one of the cruise ships often view not only whales but other sea creatures and wildlife. In addition, unlike other cruises of this nature, Two Harbors allows those aboard to spend a few hours perusing Catalina Island as part of the excursion.

When it comes to the two hour layover on the island, there are a number of options for dining and shopping. While this is the case, it is important that those traveling aboard the cruise return to the ship at the pick-up time provided. Otherwise, it can be quite costly for a return on the Catalina Flyer when missing the return trip.

As the return trip is where most of the whale watching and other sea life viewing takes place, missing the return can often be costly in other ways. For, while some sea life viewing may take place on the trip to the island, far more takes place on the return trip.

After which, the cruise returns back to home port on the mainland of Southern California. Once arriving back in Newport Harbor around 6 p. M., it is the perfect time of day to catch a nice dinner and watch the sunset over the harbor. For, while fun, touring Catalina Island and viewing the many magical creatures whether on land or sea can often be an enjoyable though tiring experience.

When it comes to pricing, the price often ranges between $50 and $100 depending on discounts. While food and beverages are available aboard the cruise, it should be noted that these are not included in the ticket price. As such, it can often be more economical to bring a bag lunch, or plan on having a nicer lunch on the island for about the same cost as a sandwich and chips in the snack bar.

Different types of seating is available on board at no additional cost. For example, there is a lovely sundeck which seats approximately 30 individuals along with indoor seating on different levels. In most cases, guests prefer to sit on the sundeck or stand close to the railing in order to experience the most optimum aspect for viewing sea and wildlife while on board.

It should noted that Two Harbors can not be responsible if those attending a cruise miss departure from Newport Harbor or pick up at Catalina. As such, anyone requiring a return is responsible for the cost of the return trip. Whereas, it should also be noted that there can often be additional charges such as tax, fees and fuel charges in addition to the cost of tickets.




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