Catalina Taxi and Tours
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“ Our kids enjoyed riding in the back of the jeep and we liked hearing the history of the island from Mark . ” in 22 reviews
“ He let us get out to take pictures even if it wasn't a designated stopping point and found some bison for us! ” in 12 reviews
“ I highly recommend asking for Ulysses & the private Jeep tour . ” in 4 reviews
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228 Metropole Ave
Avalon, CA 90704
Serving Avalon Area
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Another great day with the jeep tour! Jim is a really great guide and fun to spend time with. Bonus points for fulfilling our guest's desire to see bison. He was thrilled and is still wowed! Thanks!
Good service friendly driver. Knoweldgeable about the points of interest in on the island. Choices are limited on Catalina, but this service is solid and friendly.
Maybe the tours are fine. We didn't try, so we wouldn't know. Can only speak for the worst taxi service I've ever experienced. They don't take a phone number or call when they are there. The dispatcher was hard to reach; I have as many as 7 unanswered calls on my log. The occurred on multiple days and I found myself even STRANDED at the grocery store as a result. The fact this is the only taxi in town is the reason I won't be coming back to Avalon for future vacations.
This is by far the best way to see the island. With our own private jeep tour. Salvador is the very best!!! We went to airport in the sky, two harbors and the back side harbors.
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We had an amazing time with Mark our tour guide. He is very knowledgeable about the history of Catalina, which we found very interesting. The company also prepared us amazing sandwiches for lunch best sandwiches I've had in a long time I would definitely recommend Catalina taxi and tours and request Mark because he's amazing .
Seeing the Buffalo's on the hill. What a treat.
Getting a great picture of me and the kids
Had a 5+ star Island tour with Jim! So glad we went with this company because we were able to book a private vehicle for just the 4 of us in a jeep. We saw bison, checked out the airport, went to a breathtaking overlook near Little Harbor, and countless other impressive views. Jim has deep knowledge about the island and can even supply a bit of juicy gossip since he has lived there for many years. Well worth the cost.
View on the South side of Catalina
Fast and prompt service. Driver was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend them.
Our 1 hour private island tour was the most amazing experience of the entire trip! Visiting Father's Day weekend, the weather was gorgeous and my parents and I were able to tour in the jeep. Mark was the absolute best tour guide, and I walked away feeling like I knew "all things Catalina." He truly spent quality time with my parents and I and provided an intimate view of the island. His professionalism and quality of service was bar none. I would definitely recommend touring with Catalina Taxi aka Mark at the start of your Catalina visit so you are aware of all the island has to offer and you can revisit favorite areas encountered during the tour on your own time.
We had a great time on the 1.5 hour jeep tour with Mark. Our kids enjoyed riding in the back of the jeep and we liked hearing the history of the island from Mark. We saw several bison, a fox and several squirrels. I highly recommend this trip.
I was there for Catalina Wine Mixer and used this company. It was very expensive for the service received. My phone was dying, there wasn't a charger when the ride took an hour to wait then another half hour or more to town. There should be complementary waters as well. We had no idea when the car was coming so we had to sit outside on our suitcases. It would be very easy to text the guests when the car was about to arrive.
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Taxi Accounts
Establishing an account for catalina taxi service.
Open accounts are an option for large groups and special events to take taxis on Catalina Island with ease and efficiency. Upon application approval, this service enables you to charge taxi fares to your account and pay with a credit card after the account is billed. Click here for Open Account Contract and Credit Card Authorization Form For additional questions Email: [email protected] or call (310)510-0342.
What we need:
A deposit of $1,000.00 prior to account being used.
A co py of our Contract and Credit Card Authorization Form completed and signed by the cardholder.
The completed and signed Contract and Credit Card Authorization Form can be sent to us in the following ways:
Faxed to (310) 510-1193
Brought in person to our Main Office at 228 Metropole Ave. Avalon, CA 90704.
The contract must specify how the account will be used.
The dates the account will be open for
The password you select to authorize charges on the account
Specific pick-up locations, times and number of people authorized to use the account
Email to send a copy of your receipt a nd list of fares charged to the account
Applications to set up open-accounts for the weekend must be received no later than 4:00 pm PST the Friday before.
*Accounts cannot be used until our Main Office has confirmed receipt of all the signed documents. Any changes to accounts will require a new signed contract and credit card authorization form.
How the Open Account Works:
Once we have all the documents and information needed to set up the account, you will be able to begin using the account upon arrival to the island. Taxi fares must be called in on an as needed basis to our dispatcher (310) 510-0025. The password must be said to the driver to authorize charges on the account. Without the password the driver will charge cash for the taxi fare. When the account is closed, a representative in the Main Office will tally the charges for the account and charge the total and tip (if applicable) with the credit card on file. A copy of the receipt and breakdown of the charges will then be emailed to you. For more information about how the open account works or for price quotes on taxi fares, please contact our Main Office at (310) 510-0342.
How the Taxi Service Works:
Taxi hours vary by season.
Taxi fares are flat rates based on meter rates.
Fares are charged as a flat rate for the first 2 people (2 bags per person) and then $1.00 for each additional person
Wait time is $1.60 per minute
Excess baggage fee is $1.00 per bag (excess means more than 2 bags per person)
Bike fee is $5.00 flat-rate
Rate cards are available to view in taxis or you can contact our Main Office for price quotes on specific fares
Driver will run meter upon request
Meter rate starts at $5.95 and is $1.60 per minute after
All taxis are Toyota Sienna Minivans that can hold up to 7 passengers with luggage
Wheelchair taxi is available upon request
No Reservations for regular fares within the city of Avalon.
Please contact our taxi dispatcher at (310) 510-0025 30 minutes prior to desired pickup time.
Taxis are busier during boat times, please allow additional time for a taxi arrival.
If you're staying at Hamilton Cove, please allow up to 45 min for a taxi during boat times.
For additional questions E-mail: [email protected] or call (310)510-0342.
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Whether you are looking for a friendly ride from the boat to your hotel, a private tour of Avalon or a custom Jeep tour of Catalina's rugged interior, Catalina Taxi and Tours is your transportation solution. As Catalina's taxi service, we offer on-demand service as well as food delivery. Our friendly, knowledgeable drivers are available for ...
About. Take a private tour with us and explore the wild side of Catalina Island. Your personal driver will pick you up in an open-air Jeep and show you picturesque views and share Catalina's rich history. Tours runs daily, you can choose one of our existing tours or call us to customize your own. Avalon, California.
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64 reviews and 56 photos of Catalina Taxi and Tours "We were getting a bit frustrated. It seems all the golf carts in the entire little village had been rented for the day, ditto with the motorized bikes. Unless you are a true mountain biker, you'll not be touring the town on a pedal bike. Finally, all avenues exhausted, we called Catalina Transportation.
Catalina Taxi and Tours, Avalon: See 180 reviews, articles, and 184 photos of Catalina Taxi and Tours, ranked No.18 on Tripadvisor among 18 attractions in Avalon.
Christy Lins. Catalina Taxi and Tours (Catalina Transportation Services, Inc) formerly known as Journey Catalina, is a locally owned Taxi and Tour company that has been in business in Avalon for more than 50 years. The business began in the 1950s offering taxi service to visitors and guests. In 2011 the company began offering private island tours.
About. Take a private tour with us and explore the wild side of Catalina Island. Your personal driver will pick you up in an open-air Jeep and show you picturesque views and share Catalina's rich history. Tours runs daily, you can choose one of our existing tours or call us to customize your own. Avalon, California.
Please call our Main Office at (310) 510-0342 for details and availability for customized tours. Reservations can also be booked in person Monday thru Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (closed for lunch 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.) at our Main Office located at 228 Metropole Ave., Avalon, CA. Spanish speaking tour guides available upon request.
Love Catalina Island Tourism Authority. Our taxi drivers are friendly and professional and able to service all of your transportation needs. Our fares are flat rates or you can run the meter upon request. Please call our taxi dispatch booth to order a taxi at 310-510-0025.
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Go off roading: Catalina has a rugged, gorgeous interior, and Catalina Taxi and Tours offers open-air Jeep tours to explore the wilder side of the island. Just 30 minutes away from Avalon is the Airport in the Sky, the perfect stop for a couple of hours of exploring. For beachgoers, there is Two Harbors, about an hour and 20 minutes outside of Avalon.
Read on to learn about 11 Things to See on a A Custom Catalina Tour: 1.) American Bison—Wild, wild west: There is a healthy herd of more than 100 American bison living on Catalina Island. Back in 1924, a group of these majestic mammals were brought to the island for a Zane Grey film. The film crews left, but the herd stayed.
Catalina Taxi and Tours offers private interior shuttles to the interior of Catalina Island. The taxi vans can accommodate up to 7 passengers as well as luggage and gear. Toyota 4Runners are also an option, and they can carry up to 4 passengers with luggage. If you are hoping to hike some of the amazing island trails, you can reserve a shuttle ...
Please contact our taxi dispatcher at (310) 510-0025 30 minutes prior to desired pickup time. Taxis are busier during boat times, please allow additional time for a taxi arrival. If you're staying at Hamilton Cove, please allow up to 45 min for a taxi during boat times. For additional questions E-mail: [email protected] or call (310)510 ...