Friday Harbor Full Day Kayak Tour

Paddle and Explore

Perfect Family Outing

Price: $155 / Person

Spend the afternoon with Discovery Sea Kayaks paddling along the east side of San Juan Island with stunning views and wildlife. The route will take us to Turn Island, just off the shores of San Juan Island. We will break for lunch and take a short hike around the island. Turn offers amazing views of the San Juan Islands and plenty of opportunity to explore the island’s beaches.

We developed this kayak tour to be family friendly and provide a safe and fun experience for paddlers of all skill levels. The kayak tour is not age restricted but paddlers must be a minimum of 50 pounds and a maximum of 250 pounds.

Group Size

The maximum group size on our Friday Harbor Full Day Kayak Tour is 6 guests to 1 guide. Traveling in a small group, you will have complete access to your guide to ask questions and learn about the area.

Is the date you want sold out or not listed? Complete the Kayak Tour Request Form and we will get back to you if we are able to accommodate your request.

Save 10% on Half Day Kayak Tours and Full Day Kayak Tours when reserving a group of 4 or more guests. Promo Code: Group10. (if a reservation does not meet the minimum of 4 guests for the promotion, the remaining balance will automatically be charged)

We Provide

Kayaking Instruction
Wa State Certified Kayak Guide
Waterproof Pants and Jackets
Kayaking Equipment
Light Lunch
Dry Bag
Transportation to and from the launch location

You Provide

Water Bottle
Snack
Sunglasses and Hat
Sunscreen
Extra Layers
Sandals or Water Shoes that can get wet
Gratuity for Guides (greatly appreciated)

Learn More About Tour Prep

Book The Tour

Price:	$155 / Person
Style:	Family Friendly
Location:	East Side San Juan
Duration:	6 Hours / Water 4.5 Hours
Depart:	11:00 AM Our Shop
Activity:	Moderate
Restriction:	Weight: Minimum 50 lbs. \| Max 250 lbs

Terms & Conditions

Friday Harbor Full Day Kayak Tour Testimonial

We had an amazing morning trip with Discovery Sea Kayaks. The gear was high quality and in great condition. The guide was knowledgeable, professional, and very personable. As someone who has sea kayaked many times before, I was very impressed with this outfitter. I strongly recommend this company to first-timers or experienced paddlers!

Kimberly (TripAdvisor)

Route & Itinerary

The Friday Harbor (East Side) Route

The Friday Harbor Full Day Kayak Tour routes are set to maximize the opportunity to encounter diverse wildlife. The east side route provides a more protected paddling experience than our west side kayak tours. We paddle along the shore with views of the surrounding islands and excellent wildlife encounter opportunities. The main route for this kayak tour takes us to Turn Island Marine Park. We do alter the route due to winds and use our alternate route that travels to a small pocket beach north along the shore of San Juan Island.

Please note this itinerary is a rough outline of the day’s travel. We can encounter delays affecting our departure and arrival time back at the shop.

Check-in (Our Shop): 10:45 AM at our shop, 260 Spring St. Friday Harbor, Wa.
Departure (Our Shop): 11:00 AM
Head to the Docks: (Port of Friday Harbor): Restroom Break, Safety and Kayak Education, Organize kayaks for departure.
On the Water: Explore the coast looking for whales. wildlife, and take in the beauty of San Juan Island.
Lunch Break: Take a break for lunch. Lounge on the beach and/or go for a hike around the Turn Island.
Back on the Water: After lunch, continue to explore the waters as we slowly make our way back to the Port of Friday Harbor.
Trips may experience delays due to orca whale encounters. Because of regulations in place to protect our local orca whales, our movements can be restricted when whales are in the area. Please keep in mind this can affect our return time back to town. We will always do our best to get everyone back on time.

Wildlife & Weather

Wildlife

San Juan Island is home to a wide variety of amazing wildlife:

Southern Resident Killer Whales: Salmon eating whales commonly seen June through mid-October.
Transient Killer Whales: Marine mammal-eating whales may be seen throughout the year.
Baleen Whales: Humpback Whales and Minke Whales.
Porpoise: Harbor and Dalls porpoise are encounter year round.
Seals and Sea Lions: Harbor Seals, California Sea Lions, and Stellar Sea Lions
River Otters: More elusive but seen any time of year. Most sightings are early morning or late afternoon.
Bald Eagles: San Juan Island hosts a healthy population of Bald Eagles with many nesting sites.

Every day is different and we can encounter other species of whales, seals, porpoise, and birds not listed above.

Weather

Early Season: Spring weather on San Juan is typically cool with daytime temperatures ranging from the low 50’s F to the mid 60’s F. Expect partly cloudy skies with light breezes to windy conditions.

Summer Season: San Juan Island can have some of the most pleasant summer weather. With half the annual rainfall of the Seattle area, San Juan is typically dry all summer. Temperatures range from upper 60’s F to the mid 80’s F. Skies are usually blue and clear, great for evening star gazing.

Late Season: Fall can be one of the best times to visit San Juan Island. The days become cooler, ranging from the low 50’s F to the mid 60’s F. Winds can be light to moderate depending on the current weather systems.

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