Island Field Trips

Island Packers, an official park concessionaire, offers a variety of student programs, from half-day whale watching to full-day Anacapa and Santa Cruz Island trips. For more information visit the Island Packers website, email them at [e-mail], or call [phone].

For additional educational island opportunities check the Visitor Services webpage for a list of authorized concessioners and commercial use operators.

Alternatively, you can plan your own field trip to a park island using recommended resources below.

Resources for self-guided island visits

Guided hikes for the general public are offered throughout the year and students may attend these programs. No reservations with park staff are required for these guided tours. You will need to make reservations with Island Packers for transportation to the park.

This information will prepare you and your group for a safe, fun visit:

• Plan Your Visit
• Maps & Guides
• Junior Ranger Adventure Book
• National Park Service App
• Island Plants and Animals
• Virtual Visit