2 Hour Sound Tour Puget Sound

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Seattle

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Explore Puget Sound’s wildlife on a 2-hour kayak tour. Spot seals, sea lions, and herons. Perfect for families and beginners. Book your adventure now!

Duration: 2 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Seattle - Puget Sound was created when the area’s glaciers began their retreat about 14,000 years ago, leaving behind intricate patterns of islands, inlets, lakes and shorelines. Today, Puget Sound is home to thousands of creatures, from killer whales and sea lions to sea anemones and sand dollars.
Enjoy the rich ecosystem of Puget Sound on this…

What's Included

All equipment needed for safe and enjoyable sea kayaking
Local Guide

What's Not Included

Food and drinks are not provided
Gratuities not included and not required, though greatly appreciated

Additional Information

Puget Sound was created when the area’s glaciers began their retreat about 14,000 years ago, leaving behind intricate patterns of islands, inlets, lakes and shorelines.
Enjoy the rich ecosystem of Puget Sound on this two hour kayaking tour. This is a great chance to see seals, sea lions, great herons and more. The route of the tour will vary based on…

Location

7901 Seaview Ave NW

Seaview Avenue Northwest

By the Corinthian Yacht Club, just South of Golden Gardens Beach Park. Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled tour to allow time for parking, signing waivers and using the restroom prior to the start time of your tour. You can find our digital waiver at https://www.ballardkayak.com/waiver.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Caspinellic

Jul 3, 2025

Excellent Puget Bay Experience that doesn't require a whole or half day - Our family of four (two adults, two teens) participated in the 2-hour Puget Sound Kayak tour. We had a wonderful time. Our tour group included three kayaks, two to a kayak, and was suitable for beginners (although we do have kayaking experience). Most kayaking took place near the harbor; there wasn't time to go too far afield. Still, we saw a lot of wildlife - eagles, ospreys, herons, kingfishers, harbor seals, sea lions - and learned about the natural history of Puget Sound and little about Ballard. Our tour guide was very welcoming and knowledgeable. Not a long drive from downtown Seattle and a perfect outdoor activity if you have a tight schedule but want to get out on the water.

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Martha_j

Jun 29, 2025

perfect Seattle summer adventure. - The staff was friendly, knowledgeable, and always helpful with a big smile. The tour work kayak passed fast, and we were able to enjoy the beautiful scenery. From the outside of the Ballard locks to nature such seagulls, bald eagles, seals, and sea lions. The train passing by the Balladrd locks. it was just a perfect Seattle summer adventure.

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Ellenkt6243iz

Jun 21, 2025

You Don't Have To Be A Tourist - I live just a few miles from Shilshole Bay and am an inexperienced kayaker, so I wanted to take a guided tour. Emma was entertaining and knowledgeable, while making sure everyone was safe and comfortable. We saw seals, sea lions, and sea stars. It was a great two hours!

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Sarah_m

Jun 20, 2025

Great Experience - Fantastic experience- got to see a lot of seals and our guide was super knowledgeable about the whole area. Great way to see the sound !

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Ariella

Jun 9, 2025

Wow wow wow—must do with kids in Seattle! - We had the best day on our sound tour with Teri. We are a family of 5, kids ages 9-12. Even the 12 year old, who is difficult to please, loved it! We saw harbor seals, sea lions, lots of shore/sea birds like a blue heron, and a close up show from a bald eagle! We are beginners so Teri tailored the tour to our levels. We found the tour highly enjoyable and not too difficult, although my arms were a bit sore the next day. A must do in Seattle with kids or teens!

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Juliaboyce

Jun 2, 2025

Tons of fun - We had a great time doing the kayaking tour, our guide was informative and energetic. We got to see sea lions, otters, and pelicans. Have towels in your car in case you get wet, some water got in the kayak and my pants were pretty soaked, but I had towels and anticipated that so it was fine. They have all the gear you will need, so just shore up for a good time.

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273debras

Apr 10, 2025

Puget Sound Adventure - Wonderful trip on Puget Sound! Our guide was kind, helpful, informative with lots of local history and wildlife facts. Don’t miss this opportunity!

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Debra_s

Apr 10, 2025

Puget Sound Spectacular - Beautiful water and surroundings, Guide was super kind, helpful and informative. We saw sea lions, seals, bald eagle nest and many other birds and water fowl. Highly recommend this tour!

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Iamjerohotmailcom

Sep 29, 2024

Top notch experience - Great experience. It was our first time kayaking and we had our nine year old with us. All of the necessary equipment was provided to make it a safe and comfortable tour. Great information about the history of the area. Would recommend this to anyone regardless of experience.

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Shreya_g

Jun 1, 2025

Worth the $! - It was great! Teri took our small group of 6 out onto the water. We saw harbor seals, herons, geese (and baby geese), eel grass, starfish, crabs, and we heard the sea lions. We learned a lot about the Puget Sound, the local tribes and local history, salmon run, and the south resident orcas. Teri was a great guide, and we felt safe at all times. I do wish we went further out into the sound, but I understand how that could be challenging for a guide to handle. I would definitely say that this was worth the money.

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From $118

up to 15 guests

1 - Adult