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Guided Seattle Sailing Adventure from Bainbridge Island

Your services cater to people who want to enjoy fishing but don't have the necessary skills or equipment, including access to a boat or knowledge of fishing locations. You will be able to enjoy great views of the Puget Sound at each fishing location. Captain Kyle provides on-site tutorials that teach clientele a unique Japanese American-influenced style of fishing, called “Mooching”. The tutorial is suitable for all levels of fishers. Most salmon fishers and charters use a different technique that uses a downrigger, which isn't engaging and can't feel the fish bite like "mooching". The Catch Mooching for salmon offers a more interactive experience, allowing customers to feel the excitement of actively hooking a fish. This technique involves casting out a line with a herring hooked to a leader and attached to a sinker. As the herring sinks and spins through the water, its movement mimics natural prey, drawing in the salmon and enticing them to bite.

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from $360

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Afternoon Salmon Shared Charter

4 hoursFree Cancellation

from $232

Likely to Sell Out

Whale Watching + Deception Pass Tour from Seattle

The ONLY Whale Watching tour with hotel pickup in Seattle! Most whale sightings in the Puget Sound happen near the San Juan Islands - make the most of your day and explore Deception Pass before your Whale-watching cruise! Journey north of Seattle to Deception Pass State Park, a Pacific Northwest hidden gem with views that rival our National Parks! Explore the old growth forest among the jagged cliffs and secret coastlines before enjoying a seasonal catered picnic lunch. After lunch, we'll drive up to Anacortes and join our partners, Outer Island Excursions, on a 3-hour Wildlife and Whale Watching boat tour. The Outer Island Excursions Captain and Naturalist will share information about the Salish Sea while we cruise around the channels in search of whales and other wildlife. Our all-inclusive small-group day trip is limited to 10 travelers. We also bring assorted snacks, water, and other cold beverages for the day. Don’t worry about a thing.

Whale Watching + Deception Pass Tour from Seattle

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

See where (and how) airplanes are built on this guided small-group tour of the Boeing factory near Seattle. Tour the massive Boeing assembly plant, the world’s largest building by volume, and see signature Boeing planes in production. Explore the interactive exhibits and displays in the 28,000-square-foot Aviation Center Gallery and visit the educational Future of Flight Aviation Center museum.

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from $368

Boeing Factory Tour with Guided Transport from Seattle

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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from $135

Guided Kayak Tour To Hope Island State Park

South Sound Kayak Tours specializes in small group kayak adventures on South Puget Sound. Join us for a guided 3hr tour to Hope Island Marine State Park! Located just 30min from Olympia and convenient to the Olympic Peninsula, Hope Island remains one of the best places to kayak in the area. The protected waters that surround the island offer the opportunity to see seals, sea lions, porpoise, eagles, and all the amazing creatures living just below the surface. Once on the island, you'll have time to explore the various trails, old growth forests, or picnic under the historic fruit trees. On those bluebird days take in the views of both the Olympics and Mt Rainier! **Ages (5+) with an Adult (16+) Weight Limit 240lbs per person. Solo or One person bookings may be cancelled or rescheduled to meet 2 person tour minimum.**

Guided Kayak Tour To Hope Island State Park

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Shared 2 Hour September Sunset Cruise from Gig Harbor

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from $94

Experience spectacular 360-degree views of Seattle and its surrounding mountain ranges on a small-group sunset sea kayak tour in Elliott Bay. This evening excursion is perfect for active travelers seeking the perfect pictures of the Emerald City. All are welcome on this aquatic adventure, as no previous kayaking experience is necessary, and a guide is on hand at all times to ensure traveler safety.

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West Seattle Sunset Sea Kayak Tour

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!

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from $140

Brunch Cruise with Buffet in Washington

The Best of Seattle City Highlights Tour

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from $89

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $111

Sail Seattle's Iconic Lake Union All Year Around

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.

Sail Seattle's Iconic Lake Union All Year Around

Taking a day trip from Seattle to Victoria in British Columbia can be complicated and time-pressured. Instead, enjoy a convenient and hassle-free way to travel with round-trip tickets aboard the high-speed Victoria Clipper ferry. The vessel takes you on a relaxing cruise through Puget Sound to Victoria’s Inner Harbour. This is a passenger-only ferry featuring comfortable seats, a duty-free gift shop, and other amenities to make your trip seamless.

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from $125

From Seattle: Daytrip by High Speed Ferry to Victoria, BC

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $209

Find out what makes Seattle one of the most popular cities in the US on an intimate, half-day tour. Head first to beautiful Snoqualmie Falls, in the Cascade Mountains. Then return to the city for a tour of its top attractions, including Pioneer Square, Fremont Troll, markets and parks, and a lookout point. Ample time is spent at each stop, giving you the chance to take photos and ask questions.

Seattle City and Snoqualmie Falls Half-Day Guided Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $94

Launch straight from our dock in the old historic Jensen Marine on Portage Bay and glide into the most scenic stretch of water in Seattle. Cruise past the famous floating homes, wave at the seaplanes, line up the perfect skyline photo, and drift toward Gas Works Park whenever the mood strikes. There's no tour guide rushing you along and no set route — just you, your friends and the water, and a genuinely ridiculous amount of time to enjoy it. We hand you everything you need: a paddleboard, paddle, a comfy Coast Guard–approved life jacket, and a leash.

2 Hour Paddleboard Adventure Rental

See Seattle and its surrounding views from a unique vantage point on a small-group sea kayak tour to Alki Lighthouse. This aquatic excursion is perfect for travelers seeking an immersive and dynamic sightseeing experience. No previous kayak experience is required, and you can choose a 1-person or 2-person kayak. As you paddle across the calm bay, enjoy unobstructed views of the Olympic Mountains, Seattle skyline, and more.

from $79

Alki Lighthouse Sea Kayak Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Enjoy the sights and sounds of Seattle from the water on this comfortable, 2-hour, cruise along Lake Union. Watch seaplane arrivals and departures and see landmark Seattle locations like the iconic Space Needle, Seattle Great Wheel, the Fremont Bridge, Gas Works Park, the University of Washington and much more — plus a plethora of floating homes, including the one from the popular movie ‘Sleepless in Seattle.’ Choose from a morning, midday, afternoon or evening cruise. Bring your own beer or wine!

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from $150

Seattle's Favorite Sightseeing Floating Homes Cruise - BYOB!

Private First Light Morning Salmon Charter

from $605

5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,107

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What are people saying about Seattle

Boeing Factory Tour with Guided Transport from Seattle

Irene_N, Jul 2026

Great experience! Request Casey as your guide!

This was such an awesome way to experience the Boeing factory if you are staying in downtown Seattle. Our shuttle was very comfortable and easy to locate at the Hyatt for pick up. Our tour guide, Casey, was excellent! He made sure we were all very comfortable, was a great driver, and provided excellent commentary on the drive down to the factory. He had even pre-prepared a high-quality audio recording, giving a full background and history of the Boeing company. We had a great time at the museum and on the tour and had plenty of time to browse the gift shopped afterwards. One of the guests on our tour was running about 20 minutes late and Casey very graciously waited for him to arrive before taking off, and gave us some extra time afterwards to make sure we were able to do everything we wanted to do. On the way back we had the option of a couple different drop-off spots, which was really nice! We could choose the space needle, Pike Place market, the aviation museum, or back to the Hyatt where we were picked up. This was an excellent surprise and fit our afternoon plans well after the tour! If you can request Casey for your tour guide, we would highly recommend him! Overall, this was a great experience and one we would highly recommend!

2 Hour Guided Boat Tour in Gig Harbor and Narrows Bridges

Alicia_B, Jul 2026

Great way to see the harbor with family.

This was a great way to see Gig Harbor and learn of its history. Our boat guide, Ethan, was extremely pleasant, knowledgeable and careful as was the young woman who piloted the boat. The seating was comfortable and we were fortunate to have seen a couple of bald eagles and lots of harbor seals. The day was beautiful and sunny and sitting under the little canopy offered some shade. This is a great activity for families, we had our son and wife and 5 year old boy. Everyone enjoyed it.

The Best of Seattle City Highlights Tour

Trujillo, Jul 2026

Great tour

Our guide was excellent—friendly, engaging, and incredibly knowledgeable about the city’s history, neighborhoods, and landmarks. They made each stop interesting with fun facts and local insights while showing us all of Seattle’s must-see highlights. It was a great way to get an overview of the city in a short amount of time. We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Seattle!

Seattle's Original Sunset Sail (Est. 1984) - 70ft Boat - BYOB

Megan_M, Jun 2026

What a great experience!...

What a great experience! The crew was so accommodating! Our kiddo was given the opportunity to steer the sailboat! This was our last planned excursion before returning home the following day and it couldn’t have been a better time! We were all so happy we did it!

2 Hour Sound Tour

Rebekah_R, Sep 2025

Such a great experience!

This was a really fun time and an amazing experience for me, a person who had never been on the ocean before! I'm from MN and I was really nervous to do it but decided to go for the adventure. Our guide was absolutely amazing and great about putting everyone at ease. It was beautiful, educational, exciting, and fun. I definitely recommend!!

Seattle’s Original Sailing Cruise (Est. 1984) – 70ft Boat - BYOB

Andra_K, Sep 2025

Must do cruise, family friendly!

I took my mom and 6Y old son on this cruise, and it didn’t disappoint. It was a great experience for the whole family! The captain and deck hand were very knowledgeable and friendly. We were able to see lots of orcas. Took some pictures of the sunset and the great wheel as we were cruising. And we got to bring our own food/drinks which was a plus! Definitely recommend this cruise for all ages!

Mid-Day & Sunset Sailing on Seattle's Majestic Puget Sound

Joseph_H, Sep 2025

Stellar service and beautiful views!

Amazing service from Captain Grant! It was so beautiful to see the sunset. He made sure we had a great time, and even tried to help us see the wildlife. Luckily for us, there were plenty of seals waiting for us to say hi! Will definitely be back, made us feel very comfortable and right at home on his boat. Thanks Grant!

Shared 3 Hour Sunset Cruise from Gig Harbor on Puget Sound

Sara_L, Sep 2025

Wonderful experience!

We had a wonderful time on the boat cruise! Captain Tom was a great host and made the trip very engaging. He shared interesting and fun information all through the trip and took us on a comprehensive trip around the area. It was so beautiful and the views from the water were amazing! We plan to do this again with friends and family when they come to visit us next summer.