Some say there's no better way to experience the island than by paddling the waters surrounding it. Whether its your first time in a kayak or you've been doing it for years, the local kayak companies offer the trip perfectly suited for you. And we're happy to help you make reservations if you'd like some extra guidance.
No experience kayaking? No problem. San Juan Outfitter's fun, knowledgeable tour guides love introducing people to kayaking. They have custom kayak docks making it a snap to enter and exit a kayak. Experience unsurpassed wildlife viewing, including whales. 3-hour, custom family and 5-hour day tours. 2-5 day trips serving up delicious food, camaraderie, sights and memories to last a life-time.
Operating from San Juan Island's West Side, Sea Quest's naturalist guides create educationally oriented adventures from day tours to multi-day camping trips to the remote islands. They arrange special trips for children & families and provide the newest & safest kayaks.
Locally owned and operated and led by second-generation islanders, Crystal Seas offers expertly guided 3-hour, full-day, sunset, and multi-day kayaking in “whale territory” and multi-sport trips from April to October.
Outdoor Odysseys offers quality handcrafted day and overnight kayak tours featuring fun, mature guide/naturalists & excellent cuisine.
Discovery specializes in small group tours. Day trips with Discovery are limited to 6-8 guests and multi-day adventures to 6 guests maximum.
San Juan Kayak Expeditions offers guided three-hour tours to five day expeditions in addition to offering kayak rentals for self-guided tours.