Island Cruise-East Santa Cruz May 15, 2010

The five islands and surrounding waters that comprise the Channel Islands National Park and the Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary offer a unique and rich nature experience throughout the year. Traveling to the islands you have a chance to view many types of marine life including several species of seals, sea lions, whales and dolphins, as well as pelagic fish, and sea birds. However, there are seasons both on and around the islands when you are more likely to have specific encounters.