Explore Santa Cruz Island

The island of Santa Cruz can be found within the borders of California, west of Los Angeles and is the largest of the Channel Islands, in the United States.The island offers numerous sea caves like the Painted Cave, trails around the Scorpion Canyon, kelp forests near Scorpion Beach, tide pools in Smugglers Cove, ocean views and the odd whale sighting that happens in specific seasons can be found at Cavern Point.

Language Spoken
Language Spoken
Natügu; ((California) English; Spanish and Spanish Creole are used here.)
Currency & Time Zone
Currency & Time Zone
tevau
UTC-09:00
Cuisine
Cuisine
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Transportation
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Things to do in Santa Cruz Island

Relax and stroll down the wihte sand at Tortuga Bay.Get an introduction to local wildlife at the Darwin Research Centre and see Giant Tortoises at the El Chato Reserve.Enjoy a delectable meal of seafood at the Los Kioskos or swim at the Garrapatero beach.

Medical Precautions

Medical Precautions

Recommended Vaccines

(United States of America) The following Vaccines are recommended when traveling to United States:

  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B and Rabies.The following vaccines are taken routinely when coming to the United States: Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR)
  • TDAP (Tetanus
  • Diphtheria & Pertussis)
  • Chickenpox
  • Shingles
  • Pneumonia
  • Influenza
  • Meningitis and Polio.
Top 10 Packing Essentials

Top 10 Packing Essentials

  • Short sleeve shirts
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Camera
  • Binoculars
  • Maps
  • Swimsuit
  • Hiking boots or shoes
  • Jacket
  • Shorts
  • Flashlight
  • Reusbale water bottle and a First Aid Kit.
Passports & Visa Information

Passports & Visa Information

(United States of America) Citizens of the following countries and territories are eligible for visa-free entry into the United States under the VWP (Visa Waiver Program).Andorra; Australia; Austria; Belgium; Brunei; Chile; Czech Republic; Denmark; Estonia; Finland; France; Germany; Greece; Hungary; Iceland; Ireland; Italy; Japan; Latvia; Liechtenstein; Lithuania; Luxembourg; Malta; Monaco; Netherlands; New Zealand; Norway; Poland; Portugal; San Marino; Singapore; Slovakia; Slovenia; South Korea; Spain; Sweden; Switzerland; Taiwan and the United Kingdom.