No ferry required! Small group whale watching tours on the some of the fastest boats in the region with GUARANTEED WHALES. See whales with us or come again for FREE.
The best orca whale watching is from Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, just an easy day trip adventure from downtown Seattle. The San Juan Islands are considered the "jewel" of the Pacific Northwest, located in the Puget Sound.
Join us to explore the San Juan Islands aboard one of our new fast boats. See an abundance of whales and wildlife including killer whales, humpbacks, sea lions, seals, dolphins and more. Tours are 3 to 4 hours long and led by trained naturalists. A day in on the water in one of the worlds most glorious boating destinations. Great for all ages.
Chuckanut Bay Distillery is a true grain-to-glass distillery located in a beautiful historic building right in the heart of Bellingham. Our experiential tour takes you behind the scenes to show you how we convert locally grown grains into award-winning Whiskey, Gin, Vodka, and more. Guaranteed to tantalize all your senses!
Tour is about one hour in length and includes two complimentary "mini" cocktails, a guided tour of the distillery, and a complimentary keepsake Chuckanut Bay Distillery souvenir glass.
We are the only kayak tour company that is currently able to lead trips to Burrows Island. You will be exploring unique shorelines that few visitors to the islands are able to experience.
Save time, and save money!
The experience does not require the hassles of taking a ferry to San Juan Island. Anacortes, located on Fidalgo Island has two bridges connecting us to the mainland.
Because you are able to drive directly to us your time on the water is maximized. Many tour companies on other islands include a lengthy shuttle ride as a part of their trip thereby reducing the actual time spent kayaking and encountering wildlife.
Single kayaks are available for participants for an additional $25pp. Must be 18 years or older. (Must be requested in advance and is subject to availability.)
Professionally trained guides will see to the details and ensure your comfort.
Our hosts!
Cole S.: A native of Orcas Island. Cole brings Sommelier experience having worked at restaurants including RN74 Seattle and Michael Mina at the Bellagio Resort in Las Vegas.
Rachel: Rachel moved to the island from Idaho several years ago and his fit right in. A lover of Northwest wines, and former tasting room manager at Long Shadows Winery, she can guide you in any direction you'd like to go!
Kai: A long time wine professional his love of grapes starts in France and spreads from there. After growing up on the East Coast he made his way to the island where he worked at Roses. A wonderful resource for old world wines!
Cole R.: Cole R. recently moved up to the island with his girlfriend, an island native, after studying sommelier classes and working as an intern for a California winery. He loves gardening and matcha!
Shiloah: Living on Orcas for a number of years now she also works at the award winning Matia Restaurant. A wonderful source for all things Orcas!
Step into the shoes of a newly-minted detective, tasked by Commander Mahoney to solve a gripping case... murder on the streets of Bellingham.
During this crime solving audio adventure, you'll visit each of the 10 locations marked on the map, either in person or virtually via the web version (included).
You'll have the choice to experience the downtown area with the walking map, or go with a driving route on the outskirts of the city. *see images for exact routes
You'll park or stop at each location, listen to the audio story and put your detective skills to the test by gathering clues and piecing together the evidence. At the end, you'll make your deductions and issue an arrest warrant.
Your all around detective skills will be tested too, culminating in a Case Performance Score to gauge your sleuthing prowess.
Suitable for solo detectives, dynamic duos, or groups of mystery enthusiasts, this game will have you immersed in an audio tale full of intrigue.
Come experience the only old-growth tree climbing activity in the State of Washington and create some unforgettable memories. This is your chance to do something not even .1% of the population has done, but now you can. In small-groups climb together on 1-4 trees between 100 and 200 feet high, depending on your athletic level. Some of the trees are even rare old-growth trees. See the unique perspective above the canopy and feel what it's like to be eye level with an eagle as you climb/swing around like a monkey through the open air and catch branches, while safely harnessed by rope. Climb your way up some of the tallest trees in the world to amazing views of the upper canopy, mountains, and ocean. Connect to nature like you have never done before, beyond the trail.
During this activity you will explore the special ecology of old-growth trees and its importance in our environment and so much more.
Groups larger than 6 people, please contact us directly.
No experience is necessary to join this professionally guided kayak trip. Bowman Bay is the perfect place for beginners to feel comfortable paddling on the sea. It offers beautiful scenery and lots of wildlife to seek out. Although this trip is conducted in Deception Pass State Park we avoid the turbulent water near the bridge which is more suitable for expert kayakers. If you plan to visit Deception Pass State Park then don't miss this wonderful opportunity to see it from the unique perspective of a sea kayak!
So that you can experience the REAL and Local Bellingham, we take you to local Bellingham establishments in a classic 1971 VW Bus From classic city parks with old- growth trees and roses, to neighborhoods of Bellingham that capture the laid back and historic nature of the city, to funky bars that will push your senses to the maximum, you will leave the experience feeling connected to Bellingham and stories to last a life-time
Kayak in prime whale and wildlife habitat along the Haro Strait, bordering the west side of San Juan Island and Vancouver Island. Traverse the waters of migrating salmon and keep your eyes peeled for eagles, seals, porpoises, and other wildlife that follow our keystone species of the Pacific Northwest as you look out on the Olympic Mountains and explore the driftwood beaches of Limekiln State Park.
Never gone rock climbing outdoors or indoors, then this is for you! Learn the basics and after this adventurous course, you will be able to pass any gym’s belayer test. Mankind's underdeveloped climbing skills and inability to digest tin cans are two ways in which evolution left humans inferior to goats. Level the playing field, learn climbing basics, such as rope skills and belaying, during an introductory climbing course. Washington's terrain makes the state a climber's paradise and the perfect place for a rock climbing hobby and there is no better time to start than the present.
We have three locations in Washington State for you to choose from, Mt. Erie in Anacortes, Little Si or Mt. Washington near Seattle, or the crags near Bellingham.
There is something here for everyone, routes can be as easy as climbing a playground or for those who want to push their limits we have something in mind for you too.
Although just one mile south of Friday Harbor, Griffin Bay is a world away from it all! This trip offers peace and quiet and superb views of glacier-covered Mt. Baker and the Olympic Mountain range. Unhindered by strong tidal currents, it is an ideal trip for families and anyone wanting to experience sea kayaking.
We will explore picturesque Dinner Island and it’s colony of chubby resident harbor seals, then turn south toward quiet coves. You may see bald eagles, Dall’s or Harbor porpoise, river otters, mink and oodles of migratory sea birds like scoters, harlequin ducks, loons and mergansers along with our local herons, cormorants, gulls and kingfishers!
This trip moves at an easy pace and offers a chance to get away from the crowds.
Forged in 1980 from leave-no-trace ethics and a commitment to excellence, San Juan Kayak Expeditions provides fun knowledgeable guides, top of the line equipment, including fiberglass kayaks & carbon fiber paddles, and personalized customer service.
Come experience the only old-growth tree climbing activity in the State of Washington and create some unforgettable memories. This is your chance to do something not even .1% of the population has done, but now you can. In small-groups climb together on 1-4 trees between 100 and 200 feet high, depending on your athletic level. Some of the trees are even rare old-growth trees. See the unique perspective above the canopy and feel what it's like to be eye level with an eagle as you climb/swing around like a monkey through the open air and catch branches, while safely harnessed by rope. Climb your way up some of the tallest trees in the world to amazing views of the upper canopy, mountains, and ocean. Connect to nature like you have never done before, beyond the trail.
During this activity you will explore the special ecology of old-growth trees and its importance in our environment and so much more.
Groups larger than 6 people, please contact us directly.
Washington's favorite scavenger hunt!
Whether visitor or long time local, this hunt is an amazing and entertaining way to learn about the city.
1) You will receive 20 clues via email to locations all around the city.
2) With the clues you will attempt to find destinations! Search online, ask locals, whatever you need to do!
3) By visiting landmarks, businesses, and other interesting locations, you get to see the best the city has to offer!
4) Take selfies and email photos with your group at any time to earn a completion certificate and possible other prizes!
If Your Flying Into or Out Of The City, Allow The Chiefton Group To Meet You There or Get You
There… Get Curbside Pick Up / Drop Off Service. Enjoy The Scenic Ride From and/or The Scenic
Ride Back to The Airport.
Our Border Corner Tour takes us just north of Bellingham as we near the southern Canadian border. This tour is a scenic and informative way to spend a day along the northern Washington border.
Places we will visit on the tour:
Lynden
Berthusen Park
Blaine and Peace Arch Park
Semiahmoo
Birch Bay
The off the beaten path location and the flexibility you have as the customer make this trip an enjoyable one. You can choose to be active and take a long hike or just relax on your deck taking in the mountain and valley view.
Enjoy a 90' luxury expedition style vessel, with your local Crew. We showcase the best that the San Juan Islands has to offer in a smaller group size. Private group bookings only. There is nothing quite like it!
Mother nature is out there to explore and we take the time to enjoy the view. No fast pace here, just wonderful service and a beautiful platform to enjoy your excursion with multiple species to discover along the way.
Cypress Island is unique among the hundreds of amazing islands here in the San Juan archipelago. It is one of the crown-jewels of the San Juan Islands National Monument. Over 90% of this large island has been set aside as a Conservation Area and a Natural Area Preserve. Due to the protected status, there is an abundance of wildlife surrounding the island. Miles of trails are available to explore, some leading to stunning overlooks and others lead to private coves with pebble beaches.
Few commercial companies venture to Cypress Island due to the challenges of where they operate from. Anacortes Kayak Tours is perfectly situated to enable them to escort a lucky few people to the "last best place" in the San Juan Islands.
No ferry hassles are necessary to join this trip. You can drive right to us on Fidalgo Island due to bridges that connect us to the mainland. Make the most of your valuable time and join us!
