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    Explore Hope Island on a 3-Hour Guided Kayak Tour

    Paddle protected waters and explore Hope Island's shoreline trails

    5.0 stars• 79 reviews

    Duration

    3 hours

    Includes

    Guide, equipment, dry bags

    Highlights

    Paddle the protected waters around Hope Island Marine State Park with a guide. Stop ashore to explore trails, old-growth forest, or picnic beneath historic fruit trees.

    • Paddle a touring sea kayak in a single or tandem option
    • Watch for seals, sea lions, porpoises, eagles, and marine life
    • Explore island trails and old-growth forests during your stop ashore
    • Enjoy views of the Olympics and Mount Rainier on clear days

    What's Included

    • Touring kayak and necessary equipment
    • Guide
    • Instruction
    • Dry bag for small personal items
    • State Park fee

    Important details

    • Tandem kayaks are for ages 5+; anyone under 16 must paddle with an adult age 16+
    • Single kayaks are for ages 16+ and have a 240 lb weight limit
    • Tandem kayaks have a 250 lb weight limit per person
    • Single kayaks require relative activity, good balance, and the ability to reenter the kayak in the water with guide assistance
    • Bring water, snacks, synthetic layers instead of cotton, shoes that can get wet, and a rain jacket
    • Tours operate weather permitting

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with at least 24 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged full price.

    Product ID: 8P7N6G

    FAQs

    No kayaking experience or swimming skills are required. Instruction is provided, and you must wear the provided personal flotation device.

    The tour runs rain or shine. It may be canceled if high winds or other weather create unsafe conditions.

    No. Pets are not allowed on tours due to safety concerns.

    Meeting details

    Arcadia Boat Ramp, 9450-9498 SE Lynch Rd, Shelton, WA 98584

    Experience provided by South Sound Kayak Tours

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    Single Kayak (1-Person Kayak)

    $83.38

    Ages 16+. Weight Limit: 240lbs

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    Tandem Kayak (2-Person Kayak)

    $166.75

    Ages 5+ with an Adult (16 & up) | Weight Limit 250lbs per person.

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    I own my own kayak and I've been kayaking for years, but I've never been to Olympia and just wanted to get out on the water a little bit. So fortunately, they had a nice two hour tour that worked with my time schedule, and I went out with a family of four who had never kayaked before. And Ross, the guide, did an awesome job of getting them up to speed on how to kayak and ensuring that they could go and do just fine out on the water. The route was great. We went around the marina, saw a whole bunch of harbor seals lounging around on the other side of some pilings, and then we got to see some other shorebirds, even got to see some pelicans. Then we went ahead and paddled down to a little island. We didn't get out, but we got to see some more nature in that area. Water was smooth, it was a beautiful day, temperature was great. And Ross just did a wonderful job, taking care of everybody, and ensuring that he didn't go faster or slower than the people could handle. So all in all, it was a great paddle. I really enjoyed it. I highly recommend this tour for someone who's experienced or someone who's a beginner.

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    Paul Garrah

    September 2, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I own my own kayak and I've been kayaking for years, but I've never been to Olympia and just wanted to get out on the water a little bit. So fortunately, they had a nice two hour tour that worked with my time schedule, and I went out with a family of four who had never kayaked before. And Ross, the guide, did an awesome job of getting them up to speed on how to kayak and ensuring that they could go and do just fine out on the water. The route was great. We went around the marina, saw a whole bunch of harbor seals lounging around on the other side of some pilings, and then we got to see some other shorebirds, even got to see some pelicans. Then we went ahead and paddled down to a little island. We didn't get out, but we got to see some more nature in that area. Water was smooth, it was a beautiful day, temperature was great. And Ross just did a wonderful job, taking care of everybody, and ensuring that he didn't go faster or slower than the people could handle. So all in all, it was a great paddle. I really enjoyed it. I highly recommend this tour for someone who's experienced or someone who's a beginner.

    Photo of Paul Garrah

    Paul Garrah

    September 2, 2026

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