National Geographic Adventure
Here is a link to a National Geographic Blog post from 2010 about our 5 Day Kayak Tours..
Kayak Tour Discount
The book now pay now discount is a program that we have developed to help those early planners save on Multiday Explorer Kayak Tours in 2012. The discount only applies to our signature 3 Day Island Explorer and 5 Day Island Explorer Kayak Tours. The Island Explorer Kayak Tour series is an all inclusive kayak and camping tour. Let our guides do all the work. We cook all of your meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner). We also provide top quality equipment from MSR 3 Person tents (used for every 2 people), Marmot Sleeping Bags, Cascade Design and Outdoor Research Dry Bags. We use very stable 2 person fiberglass kayaks that enable us to carry all necessary equipment. We actually provide so much of the need equipment for the tour you will be surprised how little you will need to pack.
The Island Explorer Kayak Tour Series is designed for for just that, EXPLORING. We will travel to various islands and pass through many different waterways. Camps are set at amazing state park camping areas in the islands, most of which are only accessible by boat. While camping you will experience island camping at its best. With your guide along to help set tents and cook delightful meals, you can relax and take in the island scenery.
Wildlife encounters on Explorer Tours range from Killer Whales, Porpoise, Seal, Eagles and more. This is truly a kayak tour that offers a touch of it all.
Discount Details: So if you book and pay in full for your 3 or 5 Day Island Explorer Tour between the dates of January 1st 2012 and March 31st 2012. You will receive 15% off the total cost of your tour. The payment is prepaid and non refundable.
TO BOOK NOW: Call us at 1.866.461.2559 or email us at info@discoveryseakayak.com
ORCA VIDEO
Just posted a cool video on the Discovery Sea Kayaks facebook page. The video is a nice encounter with killer whales.
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Here at Discovery we work hard to provide a kayak experience that you are looking for.
Join us for a morning half day kayak tour (Departure Times: 9am and 130pm) and enjoy a taste of the Westside of San Juan Island. Explore the waters with one of our skilled guides. Keep your eyes open for dorsal fins..
Want a bit more from the day? Then join our full day kayak tour. We depart at 11am and we will have you back in town by 5pm. Just pack a lunch and join the fun. This is the classic tour for the San Juan Islands. Launching from the beautiful Westside of the San Juan Island, we head down the Lime Kiln Lighthouse. The Lime Kiln State Park is a well know as the best place in the world to see killer whales in the wild. So we are in a prime area for killer whale encounters. But do not get hung up on killer whales. There is tons to see out there. From Bald Eagles to Harbor Seals, not to mention the beauty of the scenic vistas of the Olympic Mountains and Vancouver Island.
Looking for a bit more mellow? Then book a Sunset Tour. With an evening departure you will see the sun set from your kayak. This is really a special tour. With the low light cast across the water and the warm tones of the shoreline cast by the sun. Not much more I can really say about this tour. Beautiful and no crowds!
If none of the above fills your adventure needs. Hop on a multiday kayak tour. We camp from kayaks and we are completely self supported. We pack all the food and gear and take off for 2, 3, or even 5 days of kayaking. Your guide will take care of all the cooking. We supply your tents and all other camping gear. This is really an amazing tour. But they book fast so give us a call soon.
Okay, I have given you a fast rundown of lots of fun you can have on San Juan Island. Give me a call and lets set up your kayak adventure.
10% Off Flight Package
Take a scenic flight with Westwind Aviation from Seattle to Friday Harbor!
Packages include roundtrip flight from Boeing Field in Seattle to Friday Harbor and a Kayak tour with Discovery Sea Kayaks. You’ll also have time to relax, dine and shop in the historic and charming town of Friday Harbor before your private flight back to Seattle. As low as $249 per person!
Special Offer – 10% discount (packages as low as $249 per person) thru June 18
Package prices are available for up to 11 persons.
You can also depart from Everett (Paine Field) if that is more convenient. Prices are based on the charge for the charter aircraft (1-3 passenger or 1-5 passenger aircraft) plus the kayak tour cost per person.
Please call Westwind Aviation at 360-378-6991 or Discovery Sea Kayaks at 360.378.2559 for more details.
Off Season Day Kayak Tour
Discovery Sea Kayaks offers kayak tour adventures every month of the year. During the months of November through March we only have one tour that we offer. The Off Season Kayak Tour is a great adventure if you are visiting San Juan Island during the fall and winter months.
We require a minimum of 2 people to run the tour. If you are a solo contact us (360.378.2559) to see if we already have people booked.
Cost: (Price is based on number of participants)
- 2 – 3 Guest $135 per person plus tax
- 4 – 5 Guest $120 per person plus tax
- 6 or more Guest $110 per person plus tax
Duration: 4 to 4.5 Hours
There is always something wonderful to see. During the winter we have a host of amazing sea birds that visit the San Juan Islands. The is a great opportunity to do some birding from kayak and you never know what you might see. Bald Eagles are common along the shoreline as well. They can been seen coasting along the shoreline in search of food or perched in the top of a tall fir tree.
Harbor seals are always about. They are common to the San Juan Islands no matter what time of year you visit. But the Stellar Sealions not here all year and the winter is the best time to see them. Young males come to the San Juan Islands every winter to feed in the rich waters. They hope to put on enough mass over the winters to compete for breeding territory in the spring.
Everyone wants to know about seeing killer whales (Orca). The winter months are not the best months for seeing the Orcas. But that does not mean you will not see them. With the Souther Resident Orcas making occasional passes though the Straits. Transient Orcas pass by as well. Other baleen whales can also be seen moving along the water near San Juan Island.
More than anything it can be a wonderful time on the water. Without the congestions of summer traffic on the water you can assured a more peaceful time.
The weather can be bit more unpredictable this time of year some we do have to cancel a trip from time to time. We only cancel if the winds are strong and personal safety becomes an issue. But be sure to be ready for cool air and rain. It is true that San Juan Island can be sunny and beautiful in the winter months but we get are share of Pacific Northwest rain. So be prepared.
So get in touch with us if you are interested in doing a bit of kayaking this winter. We are always happy to get people on the water, No Mater What Time Of Year.
Phone 360.378.2559
Email info@discoveryseakayak.com
Emotion Kayaks In Stock!
Discovery Sea Kayaks, located in the heart of downtown Friday Harbor has Emotion Kayak in stock. These are great kayaks for those looking for a stable kayak to knock around the calm waters and bays. Easy and light so they are great for strapping on your sail boat or power boat, great for waterfront homes and perfect for those that need a light kayak to put on top of the car.
We currently have 3 models in stock:
Advant-Edge: is a 12’7 kayak that has all the stability to be comfortable and the tracking ability to enjoy effortless kayaking. Currently we have this packaged with a Bending Branches paddle, spray deck and cockpit cover for $809.00. Plus a FREE Stohlquist PFD!
Glide: is only 9’7 and 37 pounds. I have been amazed by how well this little kayak tracks and the speed at which you can travel. This is the ultimate kayak for tossing on your sail boat or power boat. Currently we have this packaged with a Bending Branches paddle, spray deck and cockpit cover for $659.00. Plus a FREE Stohlquist PFD!
Spitfire: is a small sit on top kayak. This will be a great choice if you have guest who just want to mess around in calm bays when visiting your waterfront home or for boaters looking for an inexpensive solution for getting to land from anchor or mooring. Currently we have this packaged with a Bending Branches paddle for $309.00. Plus a FREE Stohlquist PFD!
Come by the shop and check them out or set up a time to take one on a Demo!
Kayaking and Wildlife Photos
Getting Ready for Kayak Tours for 2009
It is hard to wait for the 2009 kayak tour season to really kick off here on San Juan Island. The weather has been so nice it is crazy. Though we have been running a few winter tours and I was on the water yesterday teaching lessons. It just seems not enough folks come up in the winter to take advantage of such good weather and water conditions we have been having. I keep looking at the forecast and thinking some of the Seattle kayaker weekenders might start showing up early. So far we have not been seeing much. The other day I was on the West Side of San Juan Island to catch one amazing sunet and had the opportunity to sea Dall’s Porpoise, River Otter, Bald Eagles and Stellar Sea Lions. That was from just sitting around in one place on the shore. It was pretty nice. The yesterday I was on the water to teach lessons and the water conditions was so calm it was great for do intro kayaking lessons. Plus with the sun high in the sky, we were really warm. After classes I visited the south end of the island to catch view of fox and various raptors flying around. Then at the end of the day I hired a new Guide for the 2009 season. It looks like he is going to be another great addition to the Discovery Sea Kayak Guide Team. So all in all it has been great out here. If you live in the region and would like to come out to San Juan Island and join a Kayak Tour. Get in touch with us. We are ready and set to get people on the water to enjoy this wonderful time of year.
