The 4 Best Seattle Kayak Tours

1.Guided Kayak Tour To Hope Island State Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89Our pick

Join Ross and Doug of South Sound Kayak Tours for a three-hour paddle from Arcadia Point to Hope Island. Expect instruction, kayaks, dry bags, protected water, island trails, old-growth forest, and possible views of seals, eagles, the Olympics, and Mount Rainier.

“This kayak tour was such a blast! We spent about three hours out on the water in a double kayak, and it was the perfect pace, not too rushed, but never boring. The stop at Hope Island was a nice break, and it was cool to get out and wander around before heading back. Ross and Doug were awesome guides, super friendly, laid-back, and full of good stories. They made the whole trip feel easy and fun, and you could tell they really enjoy what they do. All in all, it was just a really fun experience and a great way to spend the day. I’d definitely recommend it if…”

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2.West Seattle Sunset Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

Join Alki Kayak Tours at 1660 Harbor Ave SW for a two-hour sunset paddle in Elliott Bay. Your guide, including Eathan on some outings, provides safety instruction and gear as you kayak roughly 3.5 miles near the Duwamish River, with skyline and Olympic Mountain views.

“Great kayaking experience! Round trip was roughly 3.5 miles of pleasant rowing. Roughly 2 hours. Would recommend!”

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3.Elliott Bay Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

Spend about two hours paddling from West Seattle into Elliott Bay and toward the mouth of the Duwamish River. Your English-speaking guide provides the kayak, paddle, and life jacket, while you look for seals, sea lions, bald eagles, and osprey beneath views of downtown Seattle and the Olympic Mountains.

“This was a good first time kayaking experience. All 4 of us in our party, ages ranging from 21 to 72, did as well or better than expected. Arm fatigue is a factor for anyone that does not work out regularly. Our guide was a little on the new side but everything was fine with our small group of 4. It was a beautiful day, great conditions, and we all had a good time.”

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4.Lake Union Kayak Tour – Small Groups, Big Views

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 hours · from $80Best value

Join a guide-led kayak tour on Seattle’s Lake Union with no more than five participants. Sergio may lead your outing, sharing local history and nature as you paddle to Gas Works Park, the Space Needle, seaplanes, and colorful floating homes. Gear and safety instruction are included.

“Sergio was very knowledgeable and friendly. He is very passionate about what he does and it was a privilege to be on the water with him. Definitely recommend doing a tour with him!”

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