Friday Harbor Kayaking
Sea Kayaking around San Juan Island
The protected waters around San Juan Island, Washington are among the safest and most scenic kayaking anywhere in the world. Quite simply, there is no better way to experience the natural beauty of San Juan Island.
“while summer visitors to san juan island have a plethora of ways to go whale watching, as far as i’m concerned, the best way to search for orcas is from a sea kayak, and the best kayaking company for such an outing is outdoor odysseys which has been operating here in the san juan islands for 20 years.” –frommers washington state - 2004 edition
outdoor odysseys offers quality handcrafted day and overnight kayak tours featuring fun, mature guide/naturalists & excellent cuisine such as our smoked salmon pesto fetuccine.
Paddle with local icon Tim Thomsen, who has led expeditions in the San Juans for twenty-six years. Tim’s quality equipment, experience and knowledge make his three- and four-day trips educational, safe and truly enjoyable. San Juan Kayak Expeditions also rents double kayaks if you want to create your own adventure.
Discovery specializes in small group tours. They believe intimate outings offer the highest quality outdoor adventures. Small groups move more efficiently and produce less environmental impact. Day trips with Discovery are limited to 6-8 guests and multi-day adventures to 6 guests maximum.
Crystal Seas takes you in search of whales, eagles, seals and other wildlife on San Juan’s west side. 3-hour, full day, sunset and 2 to 5 day kayak expeditions. Small, personal groups and experienced naturalist guides ensure a safe & memorable experience. Novices welcome.
Sea Quest is now in its 13th year of operation and is the only outfitter to provide actual biologists as trip leaders. They specialize in whale and wildlife watching trips with an educational slant. Trips from 1/2 day up to 5 days.
san juan outfitters departs from san juan island’s westside, the best location in the northwest for sea kayaking, whale watching, and adventure tours. they specialize in high quality tours, low guide to guest ratios, state of the art equipment, exclusive launching facility, naturalist guides, and lots of wildlife.
whitewater kayaking
okay, we’re a bit off-topic here, but kayaking is a huge part of who we are in the San Juan Islands. In the interest of full disclosure we feel obligated to offer up the fact that whitewater kayaking is a natural off-shoot for anyone who enjoys paddling sea kayaks. explore….
tarkio kayak adventures: domestic and international trips for all skill levels.
otter bar kayak school and lodge: the most comfortable way to really learn this sport…in style.
regionxrivers: top-quality kayak instruction and guiding in chilean patagonia and australia.
boquete outdoor adventures: multi-sport fun in panama, suitable for all ages and abilities.
