u/AdventurerfromAsia

Hi everyone. I am visiting LA in a week, and I am thinking of diving in the waters of Catalina Island. I am looking at Eco Dive, and just called them.

I'm OW certified with partner (she is too). I was told that there is no dive package that typically includes a guide in SoCal. For EcoDive, I basically I have to book the boat ticket for the guide + pay per dive.

Is that truly a common thing in SoCal?

Apologies if this sounds ignorant as I typically dive overseas.