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Great trip
Nice kayaking trip. We had a perfect day. Our guide Matt was super nice and knowledgeable. We saw seals, crab, and jellyfish on our tour.
Kayaking in Deception Pass State Park
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $56 / person
- Location
- San Juan Islands
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 137 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Anacortes Kayak Tours
- Meeting point
- Drive down Bowman Bay Road to the stop sign at the bottom of the hill. Take a left. As you enter the large parking area you will notice our kayak shed under the trees on the East side of the parking lot. Park where you like and come meet us!
Description
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!
Tour Options
Itinerary
Deception Pass State Park
Deception Pass State Park is Washington's most popular state park. Over one million visitors and residents visit Deception Pass to explore its beautiful trails and scenic beaches, and to walk across the historic Deception Pass Bridge.
Fidalgo Island
Bowman Bay is located on Fidalgo Island and offers a peaceful place for kayakers of all ages and abilities. Just outside the bay participants are treated to expansive views of Fidalgo Island and the rest of the San Juan islands.
What's included
Included
All paddling gear is provided, includes paddles, tandem kayak, and life jackets.
Not included
Parking Fees
Bottled water
Snacks
Please bring water compatible shoes and clothing to match the weather.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
137 reviews
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for children under 3 years of age. Please call if you have questions.
- Not recommended for people exceeding 265 pounds.
- Not recommended for people taller than about 6'5". Call if you have questions.
- PLEASE CALL US AFTER BOOKING. Due to the nature of booking on a third-party site, and our small group size, we highly recommend giving us a quick call after you book to make sure that your preferred departure time works for you. During the busiest days we often run full. In the unlikely event that your preferred trip is already full then we will definitely get you out on a trip leaving at a similar time. We just don't want to cause you any disappointment. Thank you!
- WE CAN NO LONGER SEAT SINGLE TRAVELERS INTO KAYAKS WITH STRANGERS. We do not offer single kayaks on this trip. If you are a single traveler please call us so that we can get you set up on one of our longer trips that do have single kayaks available. Thank you!
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Kayaking in Deception Pass State Park take?
Kayaking in Deception Pass State Park lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Kayaking in Deception Pass State Park cost?
Prices start at $56 per person for this San Juan Islands 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 Kayaking in Deception Pass State Park 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 Drive down Bowman Bay Road to the stop sign at the bottom of the hill. Take a left. As you enter the large parking area you will notice our kayak shed under the trees on the East side of the parking lot. Park where you like and come meet us! Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Kayaking in Deception Pass State Park 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 12 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Not recommended for children under 3 years of age. Please call if you have questions.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Kayaking in Deception Pass State Park worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 137 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Anacortes Kayak Tours.
Reviews(137)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Harbor seals, shorebirds and sea caves.
We just took a 90 minute guided kayak trip from Bowman Bay (Deception Pass area). We observed numerous harbor seals and pups, all sorts of shorebirds, bull kelp fields and breathtaking rock and sea cave formations from the water. The trip was incredible! And the guide, Ryan C, was the best! Very knowledgeable about the area and wildlife, and a genuinely great person. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone!
L
Incredible Day Trip
We had a great experience with Antonio as our guide on the day kayaking! The meet-up was smooth and timely, the instruction was thorough and the experience was beautiful and authentic. We were able to see seals and coves and enjoy the incredible scenery from the sea. Antonio was very knowledgeable, we learned so much! Highly recommend this trip!
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Fun! Easy! Great Value!
We loved the convenience parking at the state park and having everything needed for a kayak excursion right there ready to go. Our guide provided a helpful tutorial before leading us out on a relaxing paddle excursion. We will check out the two day kayak trip next summer!
B
We enjoyed this kayak...
We enjoyed this kayak tour. I would say it was a fairly easy paddle with beautiful views. We saw harbor seals and their babies. I would definately recommend this kayak tour.
Operator response
Thanks for choosing AKT, Barbara! We hope to see you again sometime.
E
Great experience. Antonio...
Great experience. Antonio was great. Patient and helpful. We were new to kayaking and he made it very easy.
Operator response
Thank you for choosing AKT!
E
Fun! Relaxed and relaxing. I personally did not enjoy the tandem kayak having kayaked in the past. But no complaints at
Fun ! Right amount of time for me.
Operator response
Thanks for joining us! We hope to see you again.
K
Wonderful time
We had a fabulous day with our guide Ryan showing us newbies how to kayak. He was very thorough explaining what we would be doing and helped us overcome our fear of flipping and rather we enjoyed the beautiful scenery. We definitely will go again!!!!
Operator response
I am so happy to hear that you had an enjoyable time with Ryan. Thanks for joining us! We look forward to seeing you again someday!
K
We had a wonderful time...
We had a wonderful time and highly recommend this trip! Our guide was friendly, helpful, and informative.
Operator response
Thanks for joining us, Kelley. I am happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience. We’d love to see you again someday!
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GREAT EXPERIENCE
This is a great experience for first time kayaking folks. Our guide Ryan was great and made the experience perfect. He made it simple to understand the basics and gave us a good history lesson along with facts along the way. We lost his google review card, but we hope this gets to him and helps him win the review tournament. Overall, great experience for me and my girlfriend. By the way, we saw harbor seals, jellyfish, sea stars, a bald eagle and tasted seaweed on our kayak trip.
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