Top Washington Nature Walks

Discover Mt. Rainer National Park’s highlights on an all-inclusive, small-group full-day tour from Seattle. Explore wildflower meadows, alpine vistas, and waterfalls on foot as you enjoy magnificent views on a guided hike, or snowshoe trek, of Washington State’s highest mountain. Enjoy a light morning snack with Coffee or Tea and a seasonal picnic lunch from a local female owned caterer plus plenty of snacks and refreshments throughout your experience. Pick-up and drop-off are included.

Get a taste for some of the Pacific Northwest’s top wines on this 5.5-hour, guided, small-group, wine-tasting tour. Roam through Woodinville wine country, nestled in the beautiful Sammamish River Valley just 30 minutes northeast of Seattle and home to over 100 wineries and tasting rooms. Visit three boutique wineries for a wine tasting with local meats, cheeses and crackers served. Hotel pickup and drop-off from downtown Seattle accommodations included.

Visit the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument on this guided, full-day, small-group tour from Seattle. Travel just a few miles from the crater to see the steaming volcano. Walk through the park with a naturalist guide and discover how volcanoes are monitored. Learn more about the geological events that transpired during the 1980 eruption. Transportation plus a picnic lunch, snacks and beverages throughout the day are provided. Seattle hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Join a small group of fellow travelers and a friendly guide for a scenic drive through the Cascade Mountains, where you’ll marvel at the evergreen forests, a towering volcano that rises above the surrounding landscape, sparkling lakes, and historic towns along the way. Stop at scenic viewpoints and waterfalls as you capture breathtaking photos at picturesque viewpoints. You’ll also have free time to explore the park’s trails, wildlife, and visitor center at your leisure. Whether you’re a nature lover, a history buff, or a thrill-seeker, you’ll find something to love about Mount Rainier at your own pace. Mount Rainier is more than just a mountain. It’s a national treasure that offers something for everyone. This tour includes convenient pickup and drop-off from selected locations in downtown Seattle and airport hotels. Don’t miss this chance to see one of America’s most spectacular natural wonders. Book your Mount Rainier Tour from Seattle today and prepare for a memorable adventure!

Forget the long lines and confusion associated with finding transportation from the many Seattle-Tacoma International Airport arrivals. Skip the taxis and shuttles and travel with confidence — and without worry — by scheduling a private car. Choose from a 3-person sedan or a 5-passenger van. Sit back and relax as the vehicle travels from the airport to a downtown Seattle, Bellevue or Kirkland accommodation.

Seattle is famous for its bustling waterfront, numerous green spaces, and historic neighborhoods. Ideal for first-time visitors, this sightseeing tour provides an overview of top attractions such as Pioneer Square, the Space Needle, and Pike Place market. Sit back and relax while your guide provides historical and cultural background for each destination, and enjoy stops to walk and take photos.

Experience the natural beauty of majestic Mt Rainier on this guided, small-group tour from Seattle. Enjoy a scenic, narrated journey past lakes, waterfalls and historic towns to Mt Rainier, the highest mountain in the state of Washington and one of the tallest in the lower 48 states. Take in spectacular views from Narada Falls, considered the most popular waterfall in Mt Rainier State Park and the aptly named Paradise, at 5,400 feet above sea level on the south slope, among others. This tour includes pickup and drop-off from select downtown Seattle and airport hotels.

On this Snoqualmie Falls and Seattle winery tour, you see incredible views and taste wines at two estate-boutique wineries. This sightseeing excursion will lead you deep into the rolling Cascade foothills, past lush horse ranches and flower farms to popular Hollywood locations for such famous productions as Twin Peaks, Northern Exposure, and The Vanishing. Scenic single lane rural roads lead you up to the peaceful shadow of Mount Si through the Snoqualmie River Valley to the edge of Snoqualmie Falls.

Forget about fighting traffic and looking for a parking spot at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Skip all the headaches associated with getting to the airport and travel with confidence—and without worry—by scheduling a private car. Choose from a 3-person sedan or an SUV or van that seats up to five people. Sit back and relax as a professional chauffeur drives from any downtown Seattle, Bellevue, or Kirkland accommodation to the airport.

Get up close with the killer whales of Anacortes, the home port to the San Juan Islands, on this whale-watching cruise led by naturalist guides. Climb aboard a Blackfish fleet vessel and travel through some of the most picturesque scenery in the Pacific Northwest searching for orca, humpback, and gray whales. Along the way, see ocean wildlife in their natural environment, like seals, porpoises, sea lions and otters—plus a wide variety of birds and more.

While in Washington, take a day tour of Mt. Rainier National Park with complimentary pickup from four convenient spots in downtown Seattle. Watch an introduction slideshow to the park at the visitor center, and then journey into the natural region to see Christine Falls, Narada Falls, and Mt. Rainier. Experience the beauty of this nationally preserved outdoor area with help from a guide who knows the best ways around the park.

Discover Seattle’s original neighborhood, Pioneer Square, on this guided walking tour. Explore the underground pathways that were built in the southwest corner of the Emerald City more than 120 years ago. Learn about Seattle’s history and the events that transformed this once-small Indigenous dwelling place into one of the most popular and thriving cities in the United States. Each small-group tour is unique, with insider tips from a professional, local guide.

Seattle is full of wonderful experiences. This tour lets you experience the best that the day offers—dealer's choice! That might mean venturing out to see Elliott Bay's resident orcas when they are present or checking out Seattle's Sound Garden on a windy day. Each "ticket" is open to up to four guests who will be hosted on a personalized adventure based on their interests and the unique opportunities of the day!

With its scenic beaches, charming shops, and views of the Olympic Mountains, West Seattle offers a picturesque charm you just can't find downtown. See the best of this quaint Seattle neighborhood with this guided tour. As you explore with just four travelers, you stroll along the waterfront, wander in the forest at Schmitz Park, and enjoy views of Bainbridge Island from Alki Beach—all just a stone's-throw from the downtown hustle and bustle.

Experience the best of the Canadian Rockies with a 7-day tour of the region, which includes round-trip transportation from Seattle. You'll visit Kamloops, Yoho, Jasper and Banff National Parks, Whistler, and Vancouver, all in less than a week. You'll have the option to either camp for six nights or choose a lodging option, which includes accommodation in a 3-star hotel.

Our 6-day Backpacking Summer Camp for youth in Washington’s Olympic National Park is designed for participants ages 14-18 who are either new or experienced backpackers. (Youth will be grouped with like ages.) This adventure summer camp in Olympic National Park focuses on leadership and outdoor skill-building with teens camping and hiking beside high alpine lakes, rivers, waterfalls, and meadows. Most trips have an opportunity to summit peaks and/or partake in some spectacular sunsets among some breath-taking geological formations. Risk-taking and challenges complimented by fun and support from others lead to a positive and often life-changing adventure for all! Voted as one of the "Best Backpacking Programs for Youth out West," (by Outside Magazine) our Olympic Program was new in 2020 after expanding from Yosemite where we are the #1 guide service and summer camp. 2024 Dates: 6/23-6/28 6/30-7/5 7/7-7/12 7/14-7/19 7/21-7/26 7/28-8/2 8/4-8/9 8/11-8/16 8/18-8/23 8/25-8/30

Explore the Bavarian-style village of Leavenworth, located in the middle of Washington state, with this self-guided audio tour. Download the tour on your phone and set off to discover the city’s top highlights. The GPS playback means you get automatic information about the landmark you are looking at. Visit local hangouts, see the München Haus, and stop for snacks at recommended eateries.

Be a Northwest explorer for the day on this small-group day trip that combines a nature hike near the base of Mt. Rainier with excellent Yakima Valley wines. Get closer to the mountain on the only guided tour that’s permitted to venture more than a mile from the national park road, and enjoy a gourmet picnic in the wilderness. Reward yourself with tastings at two handpicked Yakima wineries, and relax on the drive back to Seattle in a high-roof passenger van.

Embark on a walking tour around Seattle’s Space Needle Park, a lush green space full of vibrant art, culture, and enchanting views. Learn the story behind the iconic Space Needle as you walk around the park. Plus, check out totally unique sculptures and creations, from giant glass flowers to a huge sunken fountain! This beautiful park has a lot to see for for the whole family. After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, enter your unique password, and access your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/wifi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, extra validity — now, it’s yours for an entire year! Use multiple times over multiple trips! This tour does not include entrance to attractions like the Space Needle or museums in the park.

You may not realize it, but you can enjoy the charming old growth forests of the Pacific Northwest without even leaving Seattle. Explore one of the city's verdant wooded landscapes with this outing to Seward Park where you can stroll along walking paths, and take in the natural beauty. Along the way, you see the shores of Lake Washington, recharge with an included locally-roasted coffee, and even spot towering Mt. Rainier in the distance.

For an insider's look at one of Seattle's charming neighborhoods that's all too easy to miss, join your guide for this sightseeing tour around Georgetown. Known for its art and architecture, this area is a hidden gem that feels like a throwback to earlier times. Highlights include visiting Alki Beach, enjoying the views from Oxbow Park, and satisfying your sweet tooth with a taste of locally-made chocolate.

Olympic National Park boasts over 650 lakes in its borders, and Ozette Lake is the largest. Your guide will take you through the old-growth forest, sharing their knowledge of the flora and fauna common to this section of the park. About 3 miles in, you will begin to hear the unmistakable sound of the ocean waves crashing against shore where we emerge, onto sandy beaches. Here, you have the option to spend some time at the beach and turn back the way you came, or continue North for about 3 miles, as we hike towards Cape Alava, the westernmost point in the contiguous U.S. Along the way we will keep a close watch for sea otters, whales, and eagles. If we are lucky enough to have low tide, we will have plenty of time to explore some tide pools and get a closer look at life under water. A few miles after returning to the forest from Cape Alava, we will pass through unique spots of wet coastal meadows and bogs before, all too soon, we will have returned to our trailhead.

Rialto Beach comes alive when the tide goes out to reveal pools brimming with crabs, sea stars and anemones. Out at sea, you might catch a migrating whales or sea otters and sea lions. A few miles away is Hole-in-the-Wall, an enormous natural arch just a hike away. Don't forget to wear layers, the beach can get cold! Tidal patterns vary, use the link below to plan your visit.