Top Washington Sailing Tours

Experience the magic of being carried by the wind, just as Peter Puget was when he mapped these waters back in 1792. From Seattle’s Shilshole Bay Marina we sail west across Puget Sound toward the magnificent Olympic Mountains. Along the way we will watch for orcas, schools of our local porpoises, sea lions, harbor seals, bald eagles, great blue herons, and other wildlife. On the Sunset Cruise, we’ll enjoy the light show as the sun drops behind the well-named Mount Olympus and other peaks in the Olympic Range and illuminates feathery horizon clouds into glorious colors. Captain Grant, who holds a 100-ton Master of Inland Waters License from the U.S. Coast Guard, is dedicated to sharing the joy of being on the water with others. A former reporter for the Seattle Times, former Science and Medical writer for the Associated Press, and author of four books (one of which was named one of the year’s 10 Best nonfiction books by the American Library Association) Grant is a natural story teller.

Enjoy Seattle’s cityscape, Olympic Mountain and Mt. Rainier views aboard Seattle's premier tall ship. After hoisting the sails, we’ll cut the engine and enjoy the tranquility on our beautiful schooner. As the sun sets, we will celebrate another beautiful summer day in the Pacific Northwest! Enjoy a beverage and the beautiful views as we sail back to the city.

Sail around Seattle on this private trip on Puget Sound for up to six passengers. Set sail from the Shilshole Bay Marina with an experienced captain leading the way. Learn how to sail (conditions permitting) or simply sit back and enjoy the views of marine wildlife, the downtown Seattle skyline — including the iconic Space Needle — and the Olympic Mountains.

Our Sunset Sail is one of the most relaxing and affordable activities in Downtown Seattle. The Sunset Sail is powered by the wind, so it is extremally Eco-Friendly. We are one of the only cruises in the area that allow you to bring your own beer, wine, and food onboard (Alcohol only allowed for those 21+). Our sailboats were built for racing across the oceans, making them Seattle's most unique Sunset Sail.

This is a boat ride like nothing else in Seattle! Our 70ft custom built sailboats were created to race around the world, and now are perfectly at home on Puget Sound. Sit back and relax as our trained crew hoist the sails and turn off the engine to get great views of the Seattle city skyline and surrounding mountain ranges. Enjoy your own food and drinks while we cruise around under power of the wind.

Experiencing the Olympic Peninsula wouldn’t be complete without a little time on the water. Make an adventure out of it, and sail a living legend out of scenic Sequim Bay! Ingrid Princess is an ocean going, full keel ketch available for a variety of day sailing charters. Onboard this storied vessel, you will get the chance to take the helm, hoist the sails, and trim the sheets, while taking in majestic views, immersed in wildlife on the Salish Sea. Check out the variety of charter options we have to offer. If any of these outings don’t meet your needs, or the departure times conflict with your plans, you can make a customized sail plan with the captain. There is no experience necessary, but a sailing experience is what you will take away from an afternoon onboard the Ingrid Princess!

Come sailing on Seattle’s Tall Ship, a historic 19th-century style gaff-rigged schooner. We offer three public sailing tours daily from Seattle’s downtown waterfront. Our beautiful sailing ship, the Bay Lady, evokes the romance of traditional sailing as we work together to set the sails, turn off the engine, and sail off into an age of cannon fire and sunsets behind the untouched mountain ranges of the Puget Sound. Bay Lady is the largest public sailing vessel in Seattle. With her high railing and comfortable seating, she is the premier boat ride for families. Enjoy a drink from our onboard bar and set sail into the perfect day on the water!

See Seattle’s striking skyline from the water’s edge aboard this private sailing tour departing from Exotic Aquatics Kayak Dock at Bainbridge Island. Meet your captain, hop aboard the sailboat, and set off through Eagle Harbor before raising sails. You can see Seattle and Mt. Rainier, look out for seals and whales, and soak up the peaceful ambiance of Puget Sound with views of the Olympic Mountains and Mount Baker.

I've been doing sailing tours for 10 years, and compared to the bigger boats, with more passengers, I offer more intimate setting with great history on an antique modern sailing yacht.

Try your hand at sailing with this three-hour private experience from Orcas Island. An experienced US Coast Guard-licensed captain/instructor teaches you and your group of up to six people sailing terminology and navigation. You'll have plenty of time to get hands-on experience as you help guide your vessel through Obstruction Pass.

Relax, take in the views, and discover why Lake Union, in the very heart of Seattle, is one of the city's most fascinating—and beautiful—places to explore. Your captain, Grant, born and raised in the great Northwest, has been sailing since he was 12 years old and loves taking guests out on the water--while inviting them to steer the boat as much as they like, while he borrows your phone to take photos of you on the helm. Grant is a U.S. Coast Guard–licensed 100-ton Master of Inland Waters who has sailed in a race to Hawaii, and served as navigator on a sailboat going from Seattle to San Diego. He was also a charter captain in Greece. Grant is a former reporter for The Seattle Times and a former Science & Medical writer for the Associated Press. His book "The Tomorrow Makers" about AI, robotics, and the future of humanity, was named one of the 10 best books of the year by the American Library Association. He' a natural storyteller who loves conversing with his guests.