AVALON SNORKEL FIELD GUIDE
A Complete Snorkel Kit on Catalina: Mask, Snorkel & Fins Ready at Avalon
Rent or buy a full snorkeling setup — mask, snorkel, fins and wetsuit — from Catalina Divers Supply to explore Avalon’s underwater world; this guide explains what’s provided and where to pick it up.
A Complete Snorkel Kit on Catalina: Mask, Snorkel & Fins Ready at Avalon.
Catalina Island’s clear, sheltered waters make Avalon a default destination for snorkelers, and Catalina Divers Supply supplies the gear to match. The dive center offers top-quality masks, snorkels, fins and wetsuits for rent or purchase, plus fish ID cards and accessories to enrich time in the shallows — equipment appropriate for beginners and experienced snorkelers alike.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Complete snorkel combos ready to rent or buy
The package covers the essentials — mask, snorkel, fins and a wetsuit — available for short or multi‑day use so you arrive on the water with comfortable, compatible equipment.
Multiple pickup points on Avalon
Gear is sold at the Catalina Divers Supply dive shop on the bottom floor of the Catalina Casino Building and is also available for rent at both the Catalina Casino location and the green Pleasure Pier, making pickup and return straightforward.
Accessories and local know‑how
Beyond the basic set, the dive center stocks fish ID cards and other accessories to enhance your time underwater, and staff can outfit beginners and experienced snorkelers alike.
What the day feels like
What the rental experience feels like
A quick visit to the dive shop replaces gear anxiety with a ready-to-go setup: pick a mask and fins that fit, don a wetsuit if you like, take a snorkel and an ID card, and head for the nearest sheltered cove. The rental offering is designed to let you spend more time observing and less time troubleshooting equipment.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this service suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Short and multi‑day options are available; rentals run as 2‑hour sessions or 1–4 day periods.
Standard combos include mask, snorkel, fins and wetsuit; the dive center also offers fish ID cards and other accessories to supplement your kit.
Purchase gear at the Catalina Divers Supply dive shop on the bottom floor of the Catalina Casino Building; rentals are available at the Catalina Casino location and at the green Pleasure Pier.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I rent gear for?
Rentals are offered as 2‑hour sessions or for 1–4 day periods.
What items come in the snorkel combo?
The combo includes a mask, snorkel, fins and a wetsuit; fish ID cards and other accessories are also available.
Where do I pick up or buy snorkeling gear in Avalon?
Catalina Divers Supply operates a dive shop on the bottom floor of the Catalina Casino Building for purchases; rentals are available at the Catalina Casino location and at the green Pleasure Pier.
Is this suitable for a first-time snorkeler?
Yes — the dive center outfits both beginners and experienced snorkelers, providing appropriate gear and accessories.
Are accessories like fish ID cards available?
Yes — the Dive Center offers fish ID cards and other accessories to enhance your underwater experience.