The Pacific Ocean is home to all kinds of natural wonders, and the best way to see them close-up is by taking a scuba or snorkel trip. Climb aboard the Spectre Dive Boat with Calboat Diving, and take a journey to the Channel Islands, where you’ll swim through a kelp forest with all kinds of marine animals.

For an ocean adventure unlike any other, book a scuba or snorkel tour with Calboat Diving. You'll climb aboard the Spectre Dive Boat at Ventura Harbor at 7 a.m.
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Then, the Spectre will whisk you out to Anacapa or Santa Cruz islands. The Spectre is the largest single-day dive boat in the entire state of California, and it has some great amenities.
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You'll enjoy a freshwater hot tub, three hot showers (one after each dive), individual dive stations, and a galley that seats up to 32 divers.
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Once you arrive at the island, the Spectre will anchor in about 50 feet of water - perfect conditions for viewing the marine life below the surface.
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The kelp forests around the islands are the perfect habitat for all kinds of sea creatures.
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There's an abundance of adorable sea lions here, and they're pretty friendly. Say hello to some new underwater friends!
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Sometimes you'll hang out with just one or two...
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...but you might also find yourself surrounded by dozens of these frisky little friends.
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The sea life here is colorful, and you'll want to bring an underwater camera along for this adventure.
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Watch for animals hanging out in the beautiful coral, like this octopus...
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...or this Spanish Shawl Nudibranch.
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Your day trip includes three dives, and you can rent scuba or snorkel equipment from Calboat Diving. Call the company before your tour, and they'll have all your equipment on board and ready for you when you arrive.
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In between dives, enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch, prepared for you right on deck. After you're done with your dives, you can also enjoy a cold beer.
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The Spectre returns to the dock around 4:30 p.m. Single-day trips start at just $75 for snorkeling and $125 for scuba diving.

Would you like to scuba or snorkel in the Channel Islands? If so, check out Calboat Diving’s website to learn more about the Spectre Dive Boat and book your trip.

If you’d rather see some sea life from land, check out this hidden aquarium in Southern California.

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