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Crystal Seas Kayaking Kayak the west-side of San Juan Island. See orcas, seals, eagles and more. Naturalist guides. 16th season. Owner operated. 877-SEAS-877 |
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Odysseys Kayaking "Eagles and Orcas" San Juan Island Kayaking. 30+ years offering 1- to 4-day tours. 1-800-647-4621 |
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Welcome to the San Juan Island guide to local sea kayaking!
Listings below will direct you to sea kayaking outfitters and guided tours for all abilities. Single day and multi-day guided tours are both available. Rentals are also offered for experienced kayakers. Explore the San Juan Islands with the help of guides and outfitters operating out of Orcas Island, San Juan Island, Anacortes and Seattle.
While touring through the waters surrounding over 200 islands in the San Juans, kayakers will have a chance to see splendid views of scenic coastline, Orca Whales, playful Harbor Seals and other marine life including nesting bald eagles. many of the tour guides are well informed naturalists, able to answer your questions and identify the different marine life.
Browse through the listings below to find the outfitter or guide that best serves your next adventure.
Sponsored Listing
Discovery Sea
Kayaks. 260 Spring Street, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. Phone:
360-378-2559; Toll-free: 1-866-461-2559.
E-mail
Discover the San Juan Islands by Sea Kayak, the way the San Juan Islands
were meant to be explored. First-timers and seasoned kayakers alike will
appreciate our
commitment
to small group size, unique launching points and destinations that take us
away from the well-beaten kayak paths many other sea kayak outfitters use,
while still giving you the opportunity to enjoy all the spectacular natural
wonders the San Juan Islands have to offer. Day and sunset trip, Multi-day
camping tours, Kayak rentals, retail paddle and outdoor clothing offered at
our waterfront store.
Sponsored Listing
Anacortes Kayak
Tours. 2201 Skyline Way, Suite 203, Anacortes, WA 98221. Phone: 360-588-1117;
Toll-free: 1-800-992-1801.
E-mail
Sponsored Listing
Crystal Seas Kayaking.
70 Spring Street, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. Phone: 360-378-4223; Toll-free:
1-877-SEAS-877. E-mail
Kayak the beautiful west-side of San Juan Island with our naturalist
guides.
Crystal Seas offers 3 hour, day (6 hour) and multi-day tours and provides
free transportation from Friday Harbor to our kayak docks on Mitchell Bay.
While kayaking be on the lookout for orca whales, harbor seals, sea lions,
porpoise, bald eagles and a variety of sea birds. We specialize in small
groups but can take large private groups as well. Book both your kayaking
and a whale watching cruise though us and receive 10% off. Owner operated
since 1994 by second generation islanders.
Sponsored Listing
Outdoor
Odysseys. 86 Cedar Street, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. Phone: 360-378-3533; Toll-free:
1-800-647-4621. E-mail
Whales & wildlife: Our tours launch from the premier spot for our
endangered orca whales. While no one can guarantee sitings, we strive
to
provide a fantastic experience. Food & Amenities: Our cuisine sets
us apart in the field: three course dinners, local produce, and
dutch oven desserts. Small Numbers: Our small groups insure a more personal experience.
Our Gourmet Cuisine: Smoked salmon pesto fettuccine, organic salad
greens, Dutch oven apple/pear crisp. Giving Back: Outdoor Odysseys donates a portion of profits to
organizations protecting our environment.
Cascadia Kayaks. Phone: 360-468-3008. E-mail
Lopez Island Sea Kayak. Phone: 360-468-2847. E-mail
Shearwater Adventures. PO Box 787, Eastsound, WA 98245. Phone: 360-376-4699. E-mail
Crystal Seas Kayaking. 40 Spring Street, PO Box 3135, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. Phone: 360-3678-4223; Toll-free: 1-877-732-7877. E-mail
Discovery Sea Kayaks. 260 Spring Street, PO Box 2743, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. Phone: 360-378-2559; Toll-free: 1-866-461-2559. E-mail
Outdoor Odysseys. 86 Cedar Street, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. Phone: 360-378-3533; Toll-free: 1-800-647-4621. E-mail
Sea Quest Kayak Tours & Whale Watching Trips. PO Box 2424, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. Phone: 360-378-5767; Toll-free: 1-888-589-4253; Fax: 360-378-8767. E-mail
San Juan Kayak Expeditions. PO Box 2041, Friday Harbor, WA 98250. Phone: 360-378-4436. E-mail
Anacortes Kayak Tours. 2201 Skyline Way, Suite 203, Anacortes, WA 98221. Phone: 360-588-1117; Toll-free: 1-800-992-1801. E-mail
Blue Otter Outfitters. 2201 Skyline Way, Suite 203, Anacortes, WA 98221. Phone: 360-488-4247. E-mail
Adventure Associates. PO Box 16304, Seattle, WA 98116. Phone: 206-932-8352; Fax: 206-935-4789. E-mail
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Puget Sound & the San Juan Islands by Rob Casey. This book features 60
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