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Great Learning Adventure
It was great! I learned a lot about mushrooms. I also enjoyed going into the woods and having the instructor point out the different kinds of mushrooms.
Intro to Seattle Mushroom Foraging
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $145 / person
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 64 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 13
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- ***Actual mtg location (Kirkland, WA) is an 18-minute drive from downtown Seattle. *** It is not easily accessible with public transit. Exact details provided upon booking.
- Confirmation
- Instant
Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Seattle
Description
Delve into the fascinating world of mushrooms with a guided foraging class! This two-hour experience is tailored for first-time foragers eager to uncover the secrets of wild mushrooms. Learn to safely discern edible varieties from their lookalikes (both toxic and inedible varieties), the specific trees and ecosystems that different mushrooms are associated with, and when they are in season...all while exploring the lush green forests that Washington is famous for. Even if you're afraid of mushrooms, we will demystify scary mushroom myths and give you confidence and skills to keep exploring on your own long after class ends. Your future hikes will never be the same! Guests are allowed to keep the mushrooms they encounter during class. We make sure guests never go home empty-handed, so in the event wild finds are light, we will provide each guest with a bag of fresh gourmet mushrooms to take home, along with recipe ideas.
Tour Options
Highlights
If wild specimens are light, tour operator will provide gourmet mushrooms for guests to bring home
Supplies for use during class: basket, mushroom knife, nitrile gloves, book, and hand warmers
Guests keep all mushrooms encountered during the class
What's included
Included
If wild specimens are light, tour operator will provide gourmet mushrooms for guests to bring home
Supplies for use during class: basket, mushroom knife, nitrile gloves, book, and hand warmers
Guests keep all mushrooms encountered during the class
Not included
Gratuity for the guide
Parking is not included. There is free street parking and a paid parking lot available.
Hotel pickup and drop-off not included
Traveller Ratings
5.0
64 reviews
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers who cannot be on their feet, bending, and crouching for up to an hour
Frequently asked questions
How long does Intro to Seattle Mushroom Foraging take?
Intro to Seattle Mushroom Foraging lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Intro to Seattle Mushroom Foraging cost?
Prices start at $145 per person for this Seattle experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Intro to Seattle Mushroom Foraging for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is ***Actual mtg location (Kirkland, WA) is an 18-minute drive from downtown Seattle. *** It is not easily accessible with public transit. Exact details provided upon booking.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Intro to Seattle Mushroom Foraging offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 13 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Intro to Seattle Mushroom Foraging worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 64 verified reviews; it is run by Forage Seattle. Most-mentioned highlights: If wild specimens are light, tour operator will provide gourmet mushrooms for guests to bring home; Supplies for use during class: basket, mushroom knife, nitrile gloves, book, and hand warmers; Guests keep all mushrooms encountered during the class.
Reviews(64)
M
Absolutely excellent trip
Absolutely incredible and so so worth it. I genuinely can’t say enough good things about Vassilissa as a guide, and just how thoughtfully organized the whole experience was. This was my second trip with Forage Seattle and I’ll definitely take more in the future.
T
Grocery shopping in the wild!
V was an amazing host and guide. She was so sweet, hospitable and knowledgeable with just about anything related to foraging. I would love to do any one of her classes. I’ve learned so many new techniques for cooking and foraging. I had a great time and would recommend this for any shroom lover! Her passion is contagious and it makes you excited to learn more.
J
Mushrooms are everywhere!
Learned so much, opens up a world of exploration I have walked past before!
G
Fun and yum!
Amazing experience for a newbie in mushroom foraging and I loved learning some cooking techniques we’ll use tonight when we cook up our harvest!
J
Best mushroom foraging in Seattle!!
V the instructor was sooo energetic, amazing host, and was so nice to listen to. We had an amazing time, found great mushrooms, and we will definitely be coming back
J
Foraging and cooking
Super knowledgeable guide, and found some great edible mushrooms! Also learned some excellent cooking tips, planning to do it again with my parents when they are in town
M
Fantastic Time
Had a great time! Ben was a fantastic guide!
O
Definitely Recommend!!
We just came back from the "Chef-Led Intro to Gourmet Mushroom Foraging & Cooking" with Vasilisa and I can't say enough good things about our experience. V was very knowledgeable and shared an extraordinary amt of cool info about foraging, plants, cooking, and more in a friendly and accessible way. Everything she made for us was dee-lish! Definitely recommend!!
7
Fun experience
It was a fun experience and I learned something new! Our guide Ben was knowledgeable, patient and has a sense of humor. A good way to get outside and do something interesting.
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