The 8 Best Canoes & Kayaks Tours in Seattle

1.Guided Kayak Tour To Hope Island State Park

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

Guided kayak tour to Hope Island Marine State Park from the Arcadia Point ramp near Seattle, with equipment, dry bags, and wildlife viewing.

“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 $139.99

Paddle West Seattle at sunset in a small group of up to 10, spot wildlife near the Duwamish River, and glide toward Elliott Bay 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 $139.99

Paddle Elliott Bay with a small Seattle sea kayak group. Equipment included, wildlife chances, and skyline views in about 2 hours.

“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.Alki Lighthouse Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $149.99

Kayak Elliott Bay to Alki Lighthouse on a 3-hour small-group tour from Seattle. Includes gear, lockers, safety coaching, and views.

“One of the best kayak tours I have had. Our guide Maya was extremely knowledgeable both about kayaking and the history of the bay. Although I have had a good deal of experience kayaking, she did a great educating those without experience. Very calm area but with interesting sites. There are lockers to store belongings and they also offer water shoes and waterproof coverings if needed.”

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

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

Paddle Seattle’s Lake Union in a small group, with skyline and Space Needle views, floating homes, and a Gas Works Park stop.

“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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6.Alki Lighthouse Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1 reviews · 3 hours · from $149

Paddle Elliott Bay on a sea kayak to Alki Lighthouse from West Seattle, with city and mountain views plus wildlife and local history.

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7.Elliott Bay Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1 reviews · 2 hours · from $139

Paddle Elliott Bay with Alki Kayak Tours, see Seattle skyline and mountain views, and watch sea lions, seals, eagles, plus osprey.

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8.West Seattle Sunset Sea Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1 reviews · 2 hours · from $139

West Seattle sunset sea kayak: spot wildlife on the Duwamish River and watch the Olympic Mountains set behind Seattle’s skyline.

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