Top Washington Kayaking Tours

Explore the rich ecosystem of Puget Sound on a guided kayak tour with a small group. Suitable for families and beginner kayakers, follow your guide as you paddle around the sound, soaking up the views and keeping an eye out for wildlife such as wild seals, sea lions, great herons, and more.

Spend your day kayaking in prime marine wildlife habitat along the Haro Strait, bordering the west side of San Juan Island and Vancouver Island. Traverse the waters of migrating salmon and keep your eyes peeled for eagles, seals, porpoises, and other wildlife that follow our keystone species of the Pacific Northwest: Orcas. You'll stop for a break where your guide will prepare lunch on the beach while you enjoy a view of the Olympic Mountains and explore the driftwood beaches of Limekiln State Park.

See Whidbey Island in Washington from a fresh perspective with a small-group kayaking tour in Deception Pass State Park. Meet your guide at a departure point and climb into a sea kayak to explore the calm waters of Bowman Bay. Learn the basics of paddling and admire views of wildlife, Fidalgo Island, and more. All gear including life jackets is provided.

Take an adventure on San Juan Island through Griffin Bay. Jump in a kayak and follow the instructor through the calm waters to see what Dinner Island has to offer. Look out for harbor seals, river otters, and tons of seabirds in their natural habitat. As you paddle, marvel at the site of glacier-covered Mt. Baker and the dazzling Olympic Mountain range.

A full-catered trip, this multi-day tour takes you to experience kayaking and camping in the San Juan Islands, specifically Cypress Island. This island is a gem within the San Juan archipelago, boasting protected conservation and natural areas that teem with wildlife. Explore miles of trails leading to viewpoints and secluded coves with pebble beaches. Enjoy having exclusive access to this hidden paradise during this tour.

"Getting there" should be the fun part. Combine the advantages of sailing with the freedom of a kayak. Light-weight beachable craft open up areas that are difficult to access by heavy boats. While large sails and foot pedal drives allow quick travel between places that may be too distant for other human powered craft. Escape the crowds of the few places serviced by the Washington State Ferry System and explore the waters and remote islands of the San Juans. Camp at remote beaches, cliff side sites, and/or tiny islands. Meals are prepared by your guide(s) with fresh and, as often as possible, locally sourced ingredients.

Diablo Lake and Ross Lake make a perfect settings, with turquoise waters and towering mountains the area is truly picturesque, however what make the area so perfect are the predictable winds. Pressure changes caused by the Sun’s heat passing over the Cascades cause winds that rise out of the West every afternoon. While canoes and kayaks are advised to seek shelter before this predictable event, sailing kayaks can take advantage and adventure all day. This entire trip is about interacting with nature. Harnessing the wind to slide, near effortlessly, across the water. Novice sailors will learn the basics while seasoned sailors will delight in the thrill and beauty of the area.

Bear Paw is an amazing luxury yacht to discover the San Juan Islands. A 1 night tour or extend your stay, every trip is different and unique. This is a personalized experience with a Chef on board to accommodate your dietary needs in a casual setting. Vessel is equipped with a two-man elevator to accommodate guests with mobility limitations. All three staterooms are king sized and they are are similar in layout. Comfort is the key and you have a local crew to show you what the islands are all about.

5 day- All inclusive camping trip. "Getting there" should be the fun part. Combine the advantages of sailing with the freedom of a kayak. Light-weight beachable craft open up areas that are difficult to access by heavy boats. While large sails and foot pedal drives allow quick travel between places that may be too distant for other human powered craft. Escape the crowds of the few places serviced by the Washington State Ferry System and explore the waters and remote islands of the San Juans.