2 Hour Sound Tour Puget Sound

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
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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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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Jade_h
Sep 22, 2024
So fun!!! - We went with our family and had a blast! Blaine was amazing. I am not athletic, but he made the trip so fun and easy. We were able to watch the sunset at the perfect time. He knew so much knowledge and I have learned so much about marine life, Seattle, etc. So fun!
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Willow_s
Aug 23, 2024
We had a great time on... - We had a great time on the water. This was my very first time ever in a kayak and it was easy to follow along. Highlight of my trip so far!
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Jensibel
Aug 19, 2024
So FUN! Totally nerded out - Booked the Ballard Locks Tour for myself and two civil engineer friends who were visiting from out of town. We all LOVED the tour. We saw wildlife and learned about the sound and infrastructure of the area. We were able to enter the lock twice. It was very, very cool. Lindsay was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable. I would totally recommend this!
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Lela_m
Aug 14, 2024
Great way to get out on the water - This is a great kayak tour! It’s pretty gentle overall and beginners will have no problem. Getting to see the seals up close and in their natural environment was a highlight of our entire trip. Lindsay is a wonderful guide!
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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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S_h
Sep 14, 2024
Disappointed in Seattle. - I was very excited for this tour. However, I received a call about an hour before the start time telling me it was cancelled because I was the only one who signed up. That didn't give me enough time to find another activity and I had already paid. Super disappointed and have not received a refund.
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From $98
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).