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Experience the magic of being carried by the wind, just as Peter Puget was when he mapped these waters back in 1792. From Seattle’s Shilshole Bay Marina we sail west across Puget Sound toward the magnificent Olympic Mountains. Along the way we will watch for orcas, schools of our local porpoises, sea lions, harbor seals, bald eagles, great blue herons, and other wildlife. On the Sunset Cruise, we’ll enjoy the light show as the sun drops behind the well-named Mount Olympus and other peaks in the Olympic Range and illuminates feathery horizon clouds into glorious colors. Captain Grant, who holds a 100-ton Master of Inland Waters License from the U.S. Coast Guard, is dedicated to sharing the joy of being on the water with others. A former reporter for the Seattle Times, former Science and Medical writer for the Associated Press, and author of four books (one of which was named one of the year’s 10 Best nonfiction books by the American Library Association) Grant is a natural story teller.
On the way out of the marina, enjoy the view of more than 1,800 yachts as we then pass by Seattle's favorite saltwater park Golden Gardens as we set sail, heading west across Puget Sound.
To the south, we will sail past Discovery Park with its historic West Point Lighthouse, which has protected ships from shoal waters while entering Seattle since 1881.
On clear days you should have a spectacular view of Mount Rainier, considered one of the most beautiful mountains in the world.
On a clear day, to the north, enjoy the view of Mount Baker, the state's second highest mountain. It's called a "Two Mountain Day" when you can see Mount Baker to the north and Mount Rainier to the south while sailing across Puget Sound.
As we sail west, across the sound we will be aimed directly at the magnificent Olympic Mountains, the heart of Olympic National Park. For sunset sails, the mountains make for stunning sunsets. As the sun sets behind them it illuminates the mountain range and any wispy clouds above.
Mid-Day & Sunset Sailing on Seattle's Majestic Puget Sound lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $125 per person for this Seattle experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Will meet at the entrance gate to the J & K docks, just north (to the right) of the main marina building.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
We had a wonderful sail on the Puget Sound with Captain Grant and his daughter, Grace. Blue skies, lots of wildlife (seals and pups, blue herons, and dolphins), some history, and a bit of a sailing lesson for the whole family! Also some great stories from Captain Grant (ask him about his adventures climbing Mount Rainier or his sails across the Pacific!). Brought a special champagne and sipped it out on the water… a perfect afternoon. Highly recommend.
Captain Grant, and his lovely daughter, were a joy to sail with. The conversation was insightful and enjoyable, and the views were beautiful. All passengers were given a turn to steer the boat, as well as learn some of the basics of sailing. We were able to spot some seals playing and relaxing along the rocks, much to Capt. Grant’s delight. I highly recommend booking your Puget Sound sailing experience with him, if you’re looking for a relaxing, engaging and small-group experience.
Grant and Grace were the consummate host and hostess! Great sail. Informative and knowledgeable !
Loved the laid back, friendly vibe of this trip! Got to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery which included baby seals sunning on the rocks on way out of the marina. Captain Grant and his daughter Grace were most hospitable and generous in sharing details of the area. Each of the passengers even had a turn in steering the boat! Highly recommend!
Capt Grant and his daughter were awesome! Very accommodating. Very knowledgeable. They provided an incredible experience and treated us all like family coming in for a weekend visit. Would highly recommend.
This trip was amazing. We managed to see seals, sea lions and dolphins all in one trip. So relaxing and the captain was very accommodating to everyone on board. It was the best way to spend and afternoon.
Great Trip! We had a wonderful time! Grant loves to sail, and his enthusiasm made it fun for everyone!
We had a wonderful time sailing with Captain Grant! I booked this as a birthday gift for my husband’s 74th birthday! Both of us loved sailing when we were younger and throughly enjoyed this trip! We saw dozens of sea lions in a dock at the outer edge of the marina, were both able to take the helm crossing the Sound and enjoyed a couple of glasses of champagne in celebration on the way back. I highly recommend this trip - you will not be disappointed!
I had a great time with the Captain and his daughter. 1st class all the way. Saw Herons, Sea Lions, Seals, Art, and just a beautiful day on the water. The Captain even dropped me off by the Locks so I could enjoy the Sequoia, Sweetgum and a gorgeous park. Thank you! 🙏 ❤️
Captain Grant did an awesome job welcoming us aboard Sparkles. We really enjoyed our time with him and his lovely daughter Grace. The sunset was beautiful and I can't wait to return to discover more of Puget Sound
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mid-Day & Sunset Sailing on Seattle's Majestic Puget Sound | 2h 30min | 5.0 (35) | $125 | |
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