Climb aboard a rugged 4x4 Hummer and journey deep into Catalina’s backcountry in search of its most famous residents: American bison.

Catalina’s bison are descendants of a small herd originally brought to the island by filmmakers in the 1920s. Now, they roam under the careful watch of the Island Conservancy. You'll cruise canyon ridges and wild plateaus as your guide shares the story of this free-ranging herd and the island they call home.

Energy Level

Duration

2 Hours

Type

CULTURED

Accessible

Shore Thing Highlights

Ride off-road in an open-air Hummer through Catalina’s rugged hills
Learn the surprising Hollywood origin of Catalina’s bison herd
Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife, rare plants, and sweeping ocean views as you go

Need to know

This off-road adventure travels through rugged, uneven terrain in an open-air 4x4 Hummer
This Shore Thing is not recommended for Sailors with back, neck, or mobility concerns
Bison sightings are frequent but not guaranteed — these are truly wild animals
This Shore Thing operates rain or shine and may be bumpy due to natural terrain conditions

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Bison Expedition by 4x4 Hummer

Climb aboard a rugged 4x4 Hummer and journey deep into Catalina’s backcountry in search of its most famous residents: American bison.

Shore Thing Highlights

Need to know

Experience shores the Virgin way

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