“Our expeditions are meant to be a call to action for ordinary citizens who believe that every one of us can contribute to the conservation of our beautiful planet’s natural resources.”
—ConnectOcean
Price: $220 per person, plus 13% tax.
Dive in one of the world’s top locations! The Catalina Islands and their surrounding waters are teeming with life. Citizen Science dives allow people to participate in ConnectOcean’s research programs, as they help collect data being compiled in part to help protect the Catalina archipelago.
ConnectOcean selects the best dive spots depending on conditions. You have a great chance of seeing giant manta rays, sharks, schools of colorful fish, and more! The dive, on a shared boat, departs from the Playa Potrero Sailing Centre. Transport can be arranged directly through the town concierge. (Transfer is included for groups of four or less.) There is a maximum of four certified divers per semi-private guide. Diving for one person with a private guide is also available.
This approximately 5-hour experience includes:
- Semi-private professional marine guide
- Full equipment rental
- Refreshments