Kayaking

A popular pastime in the San Juan Islands for open-water afficiandos and paddlers from novice to experienced, outfitters stand ready to assist all levels in their open water kayaking endeavors! Take a trip for an hour or a few days! Certified guides take you along on the paddle of your dreams!

Crystal Seas Kayaking
Nestled between the snowcapped Cascade and Olympic Mountain Ranges, the San Juan archipelago is a kayaker’s paradise! Sea Kayak with Crystal Seas on a 3-Hour, 1-Day or Multiple Day Kayak Tour. We offer free transportation to our private docks located on the west-side of San Juan Island. This coastline gives you the best opportunity for seeing the resident orcas because of their feeding patterns. Our naturalist guides will lead you along dramatic coastlines though beds of kelp, weaving in and out of pebble stoned coves. Departure from our kayak docks help keep you dry and make it comfortable when entering and exiting the kayak. Small groups of 8 or less. Beginners welcome. We also provide bicycling tours, whale watching boat tours and offer discounts for combo tours. 877-SEAS-877.

Things to do on Orcas Island
Click on the link and discover the myriad of activities awaiting you on Orcas Island.

Kayaking book

Kayaking book

Kayaking Puget Sound, the San Juans and Gulf Islands
Explore one of the world’s most spectacular saltwater shorelines. From multi-day paddles to short jaunts. Click on the picture for ordering information.



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