Top Seattle Wildlife Watching in 2026

Experience the natural beauty of Mt. Rainier with the help of a guide to lead the way on this full-day group tour from Seattle. Enjoy a scenic, narrated journey past lakes, waterfalls, historic towns, and Mt. Rainier. Take in spectacular views from Narada Falls, considered the most popular waterfall in Mt. Rainier National Park, and the aptly named Paradise. Includes pickup and drop-off from select downtown Seattle and airport hotels for your convenience.

This diverse and active half day tour features the beauty of the Pacific Northwest, with two cascading waterfalls, a 2-hour moderate hike through an old growth forest, a visit to a historic logging town, and a stunning lake reflecting the surrounding mountains. We'll visit the verdant Ollalie Sate Park with Twin Falls and Upper Falls, the towns of North Bend and Snoqualmie, as well as the legendary 270-foot tall Snoqualmie Falls.

Pass through the renowned Ballard Locks and learn about the complex system on a cruise that transports you between the freshwater of Lake Union and the saltwater of Puget Sound. The one-way cruise can be used as transportation, making it ideal for travelers who want to avoid traffic and enjoy a unique journey from the Seattle waterfront to the AGC Marina on South Lake Union (or vice versa).

Combine visits to both Snoqualmie Falls and Twin Falls in Washington with this half-day, small-group hiking tour that allows you to go with a guide, so you don’t get lost in a new outdoor space. A morning tour helps you connect with nature and appreciate the natural beauty of the area.

Have the special chance to explore Olympic National Park with a naturalist guide—and make your sightseeing logistics smooth and hassle-free—on this full-day, small-group tour from Seattle. With round-trip transit from your downtown hotel, getting to the UNESCO–listed park is made simple. From beaches to mountains to forests and beyond, experience the best of this spectacular landscape, seeing and doing more with your guide than you could alone.

Cover the highlights of Olympic National Park in one day, without having to rent a car, on this tour from Seattle, which mixes car and ferry transport and about six miles (9.6 km) of hiking. Visit different ecosystems, including meadows, a temperate rainforest, and a subalpine forest, with time leftover to visit the Pacific Ocean. Note that lunch is not included on this tour.

Woodinville is famous for its wineries, and with this group tour, you'll visit a flagship winery followed by boutique wineries selected based on your preferences. Your local guide will pick you up from your lodging location in Seattle, Bellevue, or Kirkland, then you will head to Woodinville for a day of tastings, including a stop for lunch along the way, with return around 5:30 p.m.

Not long ago a family member would have had a farm you could visit, those days are gone. Here on our homestead/working farm you will have an opportunity to experience and learn of how and where your food comes from, You will have a chance to interact with some of the animals we raise, possibly help bottle feed their young and explore the gardens. Animals include: cows, sheep, goats, alpacas, pigs, livestock guardian dogs, bees, and various poultry. Gardens include: Cutting flowers, vegetables, herbs, greenhouse, berry patches and fruit trees.

Seeing the highlights of Mt. Rainer National Park in one day can be difficult if you don’t know where to go and downright impossible if you don’t have a car. Make your trip easy (and leave the driving to someone else) with this small-group tour from Seattle. Depending on when you visit, you might see wildflower meadows, alpine vistas, and waterfalls, either on a hike or on a snowshoe adventure.

Hike Mount Rainier National Park's Three Burroughs Trail with an expert local guide to lead the way with this semi-private guided tour. Your guide will lead you and your group on a moderate-to-challenging hiking trail, with the option to hike for anywhere from four to six miles, depending on your preferences.

Experience the best of Bainbridge Island with our Discovery and Distillery Tasting Tour, a truly unique adventure that blends history, nature, and local flavors. What sets this tour apart is the exclusive access to hidden gems like Pia the Peacekeeper Troll and the serene Halls Hill Labyrinth, places often missed by casual visitors. You'll not only explore breathtaking locations but also enjoy a personalized distillery tasting at Bainbridge Organic Distillers, where you’ll savor the island’s finest craft spirits. With our intimate group sizes and 10+ years of experience in creating unforgettable experiences, this tour offers a curated and immersive way to discover the island’s beauty and culture. Don’t miss out—book now for a memorable day of discovery, stories, and delicious tastings!

Make the most of summer in Seattle on an evening cruise that takes you past the city's skyline from a vantage point on the water. Pass by Elliott Bay, Alki Point, and into Puget Sound as the sun begins to set—perfect for snapping golden hour photos. Up on the top deck, enjoy an included drink (cocktail, mocktail, beer, or wine) and feel free to purchase more from the onboard bar and catch a glimpse of the Olympic Mountains.

Go zip lining through the forest on Camano Island! Located just an hour north of Seattle, the tour features: A ride in a historic Unimog forest vehicle 6 zip lines (the longest is 660 feet) A log bridge 2 short trail walks A 47-foot final descent (don’t worry, we there’s a constant velocity device which does the work so you float down smoothly) Enjoy zip lining through an old growth forest, or bring your coworkers to engage in creative team-building events designed to smash stress and release creativity. Experience the stunning natural beauty of Washington’s most-visited state park. Under two hours from Seattle, Deception Pass State Park boasts 14.6 miles of saltwater shoreline . At around 4,000 acres, this massive park spans parts of two neighboring islands, Fidalgo Island and Whidbey Island. The parklands are connected by Canoe Pass Bridge and Deception Pass Bridge, an architectural gem . This tour will have a maximum of 5 travelers per SUV and a maximum of 14 people per VAN

Make your visit to Seattle unforgettable by visiting the only Bainbridge Island lavender farm. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest with our lavender fields near Seattle and enjoy the native forest walk. We will guide you through the varieties of lavender on our farm and teach you how to snip like a pro. Each ticket includes a hands-on experience: cutting your own lavender bundle and learning to de-bud dried lavender. We encourage you to stay awhile, bring a picnic, snap photos in the field and Walk through the native forest learning as you go with our written guide. Enjoy a refreshing lavender lemonade on the porch while exploring the charming Farm Stand for unique, hand-made lavender products. Whether you are traveling with friends, family, your pup or solo, Bluetree Farm and Forest is a perfect stop to do something interactive, engaging and fun! We can't wait to meet you.