sailing - deep ocean swimming - sleeping on a boat
1-night sailing expedition to Two Harbors, Catalina Island
Organizing your trip
Sailing: Join the California Yacht Club in Marina Del Ray to get certified and rent a boat (unless you already have one) or go with a certified member & captain.
Overnight booking: Reserve your mooring spot via the Catalina Island website at Two Harbors beforehand (it can get busy).
Distance from LA: Two Harbors, Catalina is 31 nautical miles and roughly 7 hours sailing each way from Marina Del Ray (wind dependent).
Total adventure time: 1.5 days (1 night sleeping on the boat).
When to go: Spring, Summer & Fall are ideal. Always weather dependent so check with your captain before.
Kit list
Clothing & accessories:
Lightweight long-sleeve top for sun protection
Lightweight shorts or trousers
Fleece in case it gets cold
Sun hat with string for windy sections
Sandles or boat shoes for the harbor
Swimmers
Sun lotion
Sunglasses
Food & drink suggestions:
Large water canister
Pre-made tuna pasta and tomato mozzarella salad
Sandwiches
Homemade cookies
Entertainment:
Outdoor speaker
Book
Sketch pad & pen
Camera
Two Harbors, Catalina
Once ashore there is only one restaurant and bar which is ideal for a pre-dinner/dinner drink and snack.
Be sure to go for a little walk behind the restaurant and back onto the island for some wild scenery and rolling hills.
recommended ENTERTAINMENT
Playlist: Indian Ocean by Frazey Ford
Book: Endurance, Shackleton’s Incredible Voyage by Alfred Lansing
Camera: Sony Alpha
