Did you know you can kayak the LA River? Did you know that in the summertime the water ain't…read morenearly as dirty as you'd think? Yes, this is an urban wildlife experience. Don't go expecting to be away from the city. Go if you want a unique view of the city, in a lush and strange area where it feels like nature is winning out over concrete. Guides were friendly. We saw lots of cool birds. Nice blend of relaxation and fun.

I've lived in LA for years and somehow never realized you could kayak the river until a friend…read moresuggested trying LA River Kayak Safari. We booked a weekend morning tour, and it ended up being one of the most unexpectedly fun things I've done in the city. I was a little nervous at first since I'm not super experienced with kayaking, but the guides were patient and gave clear instructions before we got on the water. Once we started, it felt calm and surprisingly peaceful. We even spotted birds and fish along the way, which I definitely didn't expect in Los Angeles. The whole experience felt safe, well-organized, and relaxed. It's such a cool way to see a different side of the city. I'd absolutely do it again.

today we went kayaking and our instructors James and Jack were absolutely amazing! They were very…read morehelpful, explained everything clearly, were very accommodating and overall had a really fun and positive attitude throughout the guided tour! We saw beautiful wildlife and overall it was really a beautiful experience!

Absolutely loved the kayak tour I went on today to celebrate my friend Elaine's birthday, and a big…read morepart of that was because I did something I thought I would never do but also thanks to my guide, Marcus! While young, he's charismatic, charming, and confident. Don't let the photo of him goofing off fool you, he was super attentive, engaging, and made the whole experience feel fun and and safe from start to finish. Jobi and Michael, who guided two of my other friends (including the birthday girl), were equally magnetic and knowledgeable; you really can't go wrong with any of the guides. The views were beautiful, the pace was just right, and even though your arms might be sore afterward, it's totally worth it. Highly recommend!

We did a sunset gondola and it was absolutely divine. Mason, the Gondalier was lovely and…read moreknowledgeable. Would highly recommend

Omar was my gondolier and he didn't disappoint. He knew the history of our route, and he was very…read moreattentive. He had funny jokes and gave us a great tour. My boyfriend and I were celebrating my birthday and Omar took us under a bridge to sing happy birthday. We even had a turtle pop out of the water to say hi! I highly recommend this tour and ask for Omar

Had a great time doing the Kayak tours with LA River expeditions. I first went to the Sepulveda…read moreBasin tour and enjoyed it so much I decided to also do the Elysian Valley one which is in the Glendale Narrows. Both are great and unique in their own ways. The guides are also great and rest assure your in great hands. Not only is it a kayak tours but a learning tour as well. You will learn about the river while enjoying the ride and scenery. I definitely recommend

My partner and I were booked for the 8/23 tour. The morning of the tour we both received texts…read morefrom someone named "Rudolph" saying that the tour was canceled due to "unexpected truck issues". I asked when the next available date was to reschedule. Rudolph responded that he would look at the calendar "and hidden dates" and would get back to me as soon as possible. I did not hear from him by the next day so I texted again. No response. I waited another five days and texted again, no response. I called the number for the company today and got a voice mail "that we are probably out on the river". I have not received a refund. These are not reliable people to do business with.

The service provided by ARC adventure is phenomenal. Jackelin E. and Bob L. Do a great job managing…read moreeverything. From kayaking to rock climbing and camping, the adventure program is a great opportunity for arc students to experience the outdoors.

Great company to rent a rock wall from. I would definitely rent from them again. They were on time,…read morequick with set up and their staff was very nice and great with all the kids who came by.

Super fun experience the worker was really responsible and supportive the water bikes are really…read moreeasy to pedal will be back

Unfortunately, our group had a disappointing experience. Our scheduled start time was 5:00 p.m.,…read morebut we did not get on the water until 5:30, despite the confirmation email stating that departures are on time. Because we had a 6:00 p.m. dinner reservation, several members of our group were unable to enjoy the full hour of hydrobiking we had paid for. We also received no instructions, safety orientation, or assistance with fitting the equipment before being sent out. My hydrobike was particularly difficult to pedal from the beginning, and I later discovered that seaweed was caught in the propeller. The delay, lack of basic safety guidance, and failure to properly inspect the equipment made the experience feel disorganized and poorly managed.

I honestly cannot say enough good things about the guides at Jetski2Catalina. From the moment we…read morestarted, they were incredibly positive, supportive, and attentive. I felt completely safe and genuinely taken care of under their watch the entire time. They handled a large group with ease, and remained attentive to everyone's safety. When there were a few more rambunctious personalities in the group, they handled those situations effortlessly while still keeping the experience fun for everyone. I was continually impressed by how aware they were of everything happening around us. What really pulled at my heartstrings was what happened toward the end of our trip. During the last 45 minutes or so, the guides received word about a pod of bottlenose dolphins, and they went out of their way to make sure we got to see them. When we did...I cried. It was absolutely majestic and one of those moments I'll never forget. I'm sure these guides have seen thousands of dolphins. It's probably something they encounter regularly as part of their job, but what struck me most was how genuinely excited they were for US to see them. They could have easily treated it like, "Yep, there's another pod of dolphins," and moved on. Instead, they were just as enthusiastic about us experiencing it as we were. That really stayed with me. It showed me that they don't just do this job, they care about the experience they're giving people. They haven't become so accustomed to these incredible things that they've lost the excitement of sharing them with someone experiencing them for the first time. I appreciated that more than I can put into words. One more thing I really want to say... I did this entire excursion by myself. I have plenty of friends, but for one reason or another, nobody was able to join me. Some were nervous, some had previous injuries, and some just couldn't make it work. I almost let that stop me. I'm SO glad I didn't. If you're waiting for someone else to be available, waiting for a friend to feel brave enough, or waiting for the "right" person to go with you, just go. You could be missing out on something absolutely incredible while waiting for someone else's schedule, comfort level, or circumstances to line up with yours. I went alone and never once felt alone. The guides made me feel safe, supported, and included from beginning to end. The Catalina experience itself was incredible, but the guides are what made it unforgettable. And seeing those dolphins while watching the guides get excited for us to experience it...that's a memory I'll carry with me for a very long time. 10/10 experience. I would do this again in a heartbeat.

If you're on the fence about booking Jet Ski 2 Catalina, do it. This was truly a bucket-list…read moreexperience, and our guides, Drew, Zack, and Phil made it unforgettable. They were professional, knowledgeable, encouraging, and genuinely fun to spend the day with. They took an incredible adventure and made it even better. Before our trip, I spent a lot of time reading reviews trying to figure out what was actually worth bringing. Here's what I found compared to my own experience: The most commonly recommended items were sunscreen, gloves, water shoes, and goggles. I completely agree. We brought all of them just in case and ended up using everything except the goggles. I wear contacts and expected the ocean spray to be an issue, but it never bothered me. That said, I'd still recommend bringing goggles, you may appreciate having them depending on the conditions. I also saw quite a few reviews mentioning the smell of the wetsuits. Honestly, ours weren't bad at all. We wore them on the ride over to Catalina, and on the return trip they weren't required. If you do wear one, I'd recommend leaving the top half down around your waist when you're not in the water. It gives you a little extra padding on the seat while still keeping you comfortable. The ride to Catalina was smooth, and we were able to really open the skis up and enjoy the speed. The ride back was a little choppier, making it more technical to navigate, but it was still an absolute blast. The jet skis are also surprisingly practical. There are two storage compartments: one large enough to hold two or three full-size backpacks, and a second waterproof compartment that's perfect for your phone, chapstick, wallet, or other small essentials while keeping everything easily accessible. We made three scenic stops on the way to Catalina, which gave everyone a chance to rest, take photos, and enjoy the views. The highlight of the trip, though, was the wildlife. We rode alongside a massive pod of dolphins, and it was one of the most breathtaking experiences I've ever had. Being out in the middle of the ocean, surrounded by dolphins in their natural habitat, is something I'll never forget. We also saw seals, which made the experience even more special. I can't recommend this adventure enough. It's more than just a jet ski ride, it's a true ocean adventure and an experience I'll remember for the rest of my life. If you're considering it, book it. You won't regret it.

Sly & Deven were very friendly & helpful. They helped us decide which of their locations best fit…read moreour group. Sly helped us revise our reservation to the shop near Boulder Bay Park. Deven gives great instructions & advice regarding the lake.

We rent from here every time we make our snowboarding trip to Big Bear. Easy to use website to…read morereserve from home. Quick and easy pick up process. And all their workers are so friendly, always making small talk with you and helping you get to know your board and equipments. This year we need to extend our rental an extra day and that was painless as well. When you come back to return, just drop off outside and show them your paperwork, it's a very quick process. Just a tip, there are 2 locations pretty close to each other so remember which one you rented from. :)

The kayaking alone was super beautiful. The part that had me so stressed was speaking to the…read moreemployee We purchased 2 kayaks for total was 60 something online When we got there we asked if we could exchange it for a paddle boat and we didnt really mind if we got any money exchange back we just wanted the peddle boat. Cost ($45) The employee kept going on how I would have to pay 40 more bucks and that we should keep the kayaks i kept trying to explain to him that we wouldn't owe more money because its cheaper and we just want the peddle boat we dont want the money. It's like there was no one in that head he kept saying he has never done anything like that and he didnt want me to waste my money. Again I said I wouldn't waste money you would actually just be making 15 more bucks for a peddle boat if you just give me the peddle boat and not the kayaks. Anyway he couldn't comprehend Kayaking was fun. Very smelly though

My son loves the pedal boats and it's so great to be out in the water and see the birds and sea…read morelions. Staff was friendly enough with getting us set up and out on the water. I've done this several times now so was excited to do it again. This time, my pedal boat broke half way back from the sea lions. I called the company to see if they could help since I was pedaling as hard as possible forward and backwards for 5 minutes and it wasn't moving. Not sure if we were stuck on something or if the boat was malfunctioning. Either way, I needed help. The girl who answered the phone apologized that the boat was broken but said that they could not help and good luck. .... by myself with a toddler in a boat that wasn't working. Expected more from this company and from a human being. Long story short, it ended up working again and we made it back to the dock. Just a heads up to everyone that if anything happens to you out there, they will not help you. I was ignorant and assumed they would have another boat and worst case could come help tow you back or something.

The definition of insanity, is doing the same thing over and over again. expecting a different…read moreoutcome. After numerous dealings with Avalon, I've finally, and forever, decided that, I won't endure another lecture on lifesaving. Nor will I be gouged again. I wish I could conduct my business with this model. the offshore sailing community has regs, Avalon absolutely takes advantage of these Regs, and promotes them. Attending safety at sea seminars as the approved expert. The level of arrogance, and "we're the only people who can service the needs" is sickenin. The sailing community has been notified, this is a bullshit outfit. and they should stick with sodimizing the Cruze ship industry. Stop trying to be a resource for the sailing community. We're tired of your business model. After attempting, one more time with these crooks, I had to go elsewher. that discovery was not half the price, but a third. these people are in their own world of entitlement. For the love of god, do not ever consider these people.

Avalon rafts have been servicing mine for over 20 years. They recently told me my 30 year old eight…read moreman life raft was terminally ill and cannot be serviced. After giving me their thoughts on a new one. I went with a Superior six person coastal. I found their advice to be solid and their prices to be reasonable. They said for extra money they could hook me up with solar panels and DirecTV and a barbecue but I decided to stick with the basics. They are really good people. Their service may take a while because their reputation proceeds themselves.