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    Alki Lighthouse 3-Hour Sea Kayak Tour in Seattle

    Paddle Elliott Bay to Alki Lighthouse with a guided sea kayak tour

    4.7 stars• 70 reviews
    From$174/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    3 Hours

    Includes

    Guide, kayak fitting, tutorial

    Highlights

    Launch from Seacrest Boathouse and kayak across Elliott Bay toward Alki Lighthouse with a guide. Enjoy views of West Seattle and the Seattle skyline, with a possible tide pooling walk based on tidal conditions.

    • Launch from Seacrest Boathouse for a sea kayak paddle
    • Kayak toward historic Alki Lighthouse in Elliott Bay
    • Take in views of West Seattle and the Seattle skyline
    • Watch for urban wildlife along the bay
    • Join a brief kayak fitting and tutorial at 10 a.m.
    • Switch to the Duwamish River if heavy winds or interest

    What's Included

    • Guide
    • Kayak fitting
    • Tutorial

    Things to know

    Minimum age is 12; guests 12–17 must be with an adult 18 or older.

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 24 hours before your booking for a refund minus a 15% cancellation fee. Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice are non-refundable.

    FAQs

    If there are heavy winds (or if there’s interest), you’ll switch to the Duwamish River Tour as the alternate destination for the day trip.

    Reservations are required. You can sometimes sign up on short notice, but availability varies (it’s busiest on summer weekends).

    Meet your guides at 10 a.m. for a brief kayak fitting and tutorial before you head out.

    Meeting details

    Alki Kayak Tours

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    Review summary

    4.7
    Excellent
    70 reviews•Google Maps

    The guides here really make the experience. Austin, Ethan, Gill, Nick, and Miles all get enthusiastic shoutouts for being knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely passionate about Seattle. The sunset kayak tour on Elliott Bay consistently wins people over with stunning views of Mt. Rainier, the downtown skyline, and occasional wildlife sightings like seals, herons, and sea lions. Even when weather doesn't cooperate, guides keep spirits high and share interesting local history throughout the paddle. Beyond guided tours, the rental operation runs smoothly whether you're grabbing kayaks, paddleboards, or bikes to explore the Alki coastline on your own. Staff members like Noah earn praise for staying calm and helpful even during hectic summer rushes. First-timers feel especially well-supported with patient instruction before heading out. The rescue and recovery class comes highly recommended if you're planning more ambitious trips. The vibe is consistently described as chill and welcoming, with friendly staff who make the whole experience feel effortless from check-in to return.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Amazing experience, the Sunset Sea Kayak tour is definitely one of the best things you could do in Seattle. We were in a small group guided by Ethan (who was absolutely gorgeous by the way), enjoyed pearl-coloured waters of Elliot bay, glorious views of Mt. Rainier, downtown Seattle skyline, and were lucky enough to see some wildlife — a beautiful heron, a cute seal, some jumpy fish, even two sea lions fighting each other! The pictures will speak for themselves, would love to do it again someday.

    Photo of Sasha

    Sasha

    September 24, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Amazing experience, the Sunset Sea Kayak tour is definitely one of the best things you could do in Seattle. We were in a small group guided by Ethan (who was absolutely gorgeous by the way), enjoyed pearl-coloured waters of Elliot bay, glorious views of Mt. Rainier, downtown Seattle skyline, and were lucky enough to see some wildlife — a beautiful heron, a cute seal, some jumpy fish, even two sea lions fighting each other! The pictures will speak for themselves, would love to do it again someday.

    Photo of Sasha

    Sasha

    September 24, 2025

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