5-Day Catalina Yacht Charter: Secluded Coves & Watersports Adventure
Escape the crowds on a bespoke Catalina yacht charter, designed for those seeking secluded anchorages and thrilling watersports amidst the stunning backdrop of Southern California. This immersive journey delves into Catalina Island's hidden gems, offering unparalleled opportunities for snorkeling, diving, and paddleboarding in crystal-clear coves. A Catalina yacht charter focused on these tranquil havens promises an intimate connection with nature, allowing you to discover the island's pristine beauty and vibrant marine life away from the main thoroughfares.
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Plan this charter
- First planned stop
- Long Beach, California
- Final planned stop
- Return to Long Beach, California
Shore plans to discuss with your crew
- Day 1Queen Mary visit (optional)
- Day 1Shoreline Village exploration
- Day 1Dinner with harbor views
- Day 1Final provisions check
- Day 2Snorkeling with abundant fish
- Day 2Paddleboarding in calm waters
Confirm joining and departure ports, yacht availability and the daily passage plan before paying a deposit. The captain decides anchorages and any route changes for weather, sea conditions and local restrictions. Shore venues, marine-park permissions and activity bookings require separate confirmation.
Map connections are schematic, not a navigable passage plan. Distances, safe approaches and passage times must be checked by the captain.
Ask for an itemised quotation covering the charter fee, taxes, APA or package expenses, berth charges and any delivery or redelivery costs.
- DAY 01
Long Beach, California
Begin your journey from Long Beach, a convenient departure point for Catalina. Provision your yacht and enjoy the city's waterfront before setting sail for the island.
- Queen Mary visit (optional)
- Shoreline Village exploration
- Dinner with harbor views
- Final provisions check
- Anchorage
- Long Beach Shoreline Marina
- Dining
- Parkers Lighthouse
- DAY 02
Buttonshell Cove, Catalina Island
Sail across to Catalina and head directly to Buttonshell Cove, a quiet and picturesque anchorage near Two Harbors, perfect for immediate immersion in nature.
- Snorkeling with abundant fish
- Paddleboarding in calm waters
- Exploring the cove by tender
- Sunset cocktails on deck
- Anchorage
- Buttonshell Cove mooring
- Dining
- Onboard gourmet dinner
- DAY 03
Fourth of July Cove, Catalina Island
Cruise to the pristine Fourth of July Cove, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and excellent diving opportunities. This cove offers a serene environment for aquatic activities.
- Scuba diving or free diving
- Underwater photography
- Exploring the small beach
- Lunch on the water's edge
- Anchorage
- Fourth of July Cove mooring
- Dining
- Picnic lunch ashore, onboard dinner
- DAY 04
Cherry Cove, Catalina Island
Spend the day in Cherry Cove, another beautiful and protected anchorage. Its calm waters are ideal for watersports and enjoying the tranquil island scenery.
- Wakeboarding or waterskiing
- Kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding
- Relaxing on the yacht's foredeck
- Observing local birdlife
- Anchorage
- Cherry Cove mooring
- Dining
- Crew-prepared BBQ dinner
- DAY 05
Return to Long Beach, California
Enjoy a final leisurely breakfast onboard as you make your way back to Long Beach. Reflect on the secluded beauty and adventures experienced during your Catalina yacht charter.
- Morning swim before departure
- Scenic cruise back to the mainland
- Last views of Catalina Island
- Disembarkation at Long Beach
- Anchorage
- Long Beach Shoreline Marina
- Dining
- Breakfast onboard
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