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    Full-Day Guided Kayak Tour in Friday Harbor

    Paddle the east side of San Juan Island with a beach stop on Turn Island

    4.9 stars• 837 reviews
    From$183/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    6 hrs

    Ideal For

    8 people

    Includes

    Guide, lunch, kayak equipment

    Highlights

    Explore the east side of San Juan Island on a guided sea-kayaking outing from Friday Harbor. Stop on Turn Island for a picnic lunch and short hike before paddling back.

    • Paddle through the San Juan Islands in a two-person sea kayak
    • Explore Turn Island during a beach stop and short hike
    • Learn about local nature and island history from your guide
    • Travel with a small group for easy communication on the water

    What's Included

    • Sea kayak guide and naturalist
    • Picnic lunch
    • Fiberglass tandem kayak
    • Life vest and spray skirt
    • Dry bag
    • Waterproof jacket and pants
    • Round-trip shuttle between the office and beach

    Important details

    • Arrive 15 minutes before the 11:00 AM departure
    • Weight requirement: 50–250 lbs
    • No kayaking experience is required
    • All participants must sign a liability waiver
    • Expect to help move kayaks and gear as a team and follow guide instructions
    • Conditions can vary with wind and tidal currents, and launch locations may change for weather
    • Tours operate in rain
    • Solo paddlers and odd-numbered groups may share a tandem kayak with a guide or another traveler
    • A credit card authorization is required, and the card on file may be charged for any outstanding balance

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel 30+ days before departure for a full refund; 15–29 days for a 50% refund. No refunds within 14 days. No-shows are charged in full. Cancellation requests must be in writing. Rebooking is subject to availability, costs $20 per person plus tax, and is not allowed within 48 hours. Full refund if the operator cancels the tour.

    FAQs

    Bring a water bottle, snack, non-cotton clothing, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, and shoes you do not mind getting wet. Bring a beanie and long-sleeve layer in spring and fall; gloves are optional.

    The tour operates in rain. Wind and tidal currents can change day to day, affecting difficulty, and the launch location may change for weather conditions.

    If arriving by Washington State Ferry, choose a sailing that arrives as early as possible. Missed tours due to ferry delays or missed ferries are treated as same-day cancellations, with no refund or reschedule.

    Meeting details

    Discovery Sea Kayaks, 260 Spring St. #1, Friday Harbor, WA 98250

    Experience provided by Discovery Sea Kayaks

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    $183.44

    Group Size: 8

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
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    Discovery Sea Kayak Tours delivers exceptional experiences on the water, with their bioluminescence tours standing out as a particular highlight. Guides like Brendan, Naomi, Caleb, Jethro, and Evan consistently earn praise for being knowledgeable, patient, and genuinely enthusiastic about marine life. Even complete beginners feel comfortable and well-cared for, with guides taking time to explain safety procedures and kayaking basics. The educational component is impressive, covering everything from edible kelp varieties to the science behind bioluminescence, while harbor seals and moon jellies make frequent appearances. The operation itself runs smoothly from start to finish. Check-in is straightforward, and the booking process is efficient. Multi-day camping trips impress with surprisingly gourmet meals prepared on camp stoves, including naan and coconut sweet potatoes. Reviewers emphasize feeling safe and well-equipped even during nighttime paddles, with proper gear provided to stay warm and dry. The company maintains high standards right through the season's end, with guides showing the same energy and dedication on the final tours as presumably they do all season long.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    We had a great time sea kayaking off the coast of the San Juan Islands. Our guide, Naomi, was friendly, helpful, and knowledgable.

    Photo of Melissa Scheve

    Melissa Scheve

    July 2, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    We had a great time sea kayaking off the coast of the San Juan Islands. Our guide, Naomi, was friendly, helpful, and knowledgable.

    Photo of Melissa Scheve

    Melissa Scheve

    July 2, 2026

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