Paddle San Juan Island’s west side with a small-group guided kayak tour
4 Hours
8 people
Guide, kayak, life vest
Explore the western shore of San Juan Island on a guided half-day sea kayak tour, with safety orientation and small group pacing. Launch between San Juan County Park and Lime Kiln State Park and watch for local wildlife along the way.
Ages 12 and up; 250 lbs max weight. Door-to-door time is about 4 hours including transportation and kayak safety orientation. Guides accept tips (cash or Venmo).
Cancel 30+ days before departure for a full refund; 15–29 days for a 50% refund; 0–14 days no refund. No-shows are charged in full. Rebooking costs $20 per person plus tax, and no rebookings within 48 hours of departure. Full refund if the operator cancels.
Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time. The tour departs on time.
Bring shoes you don’t mind getting damp, a water bottle, and non-cotton clothing if possible. Pack a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen; consider a beanie and a long-sleeve layer in spring and fall. Gloves are optional.
You get a fiberglass tandem kayak, a life vest (personal flotation device), spray skirt, dry bag, and waterproof jacket and pants. Dry bags are handed out at the beach, and waterproof layers are handed out at check-in.
Paddle Route: West Side San Juan Island
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.
Absolutely the best tour we have ever been on. Caleb and Brandon were phenomenal and full of information. Kind and passionate. Highly recommend, would go again! Telling everyone we know. I've never seen anything like it. The water was super calm.
Mindijo Terrill
May 19, 2026
Absolutely the best tour we have ever been on. Caleb and Brandon were phenomenal and full of information. Kind and passionate. Highly recommend, would go again! Telling everyone we know. I've never seen anything like it. The water was super calm.
Mindijo Terrill
May 19, 2026