Bainbridge Island Tour: Seals, Whales, and History

Join a guided sailing adventure from Bainbridge Island. Spot seals, whales, and submarines while exploring stunning harbors and learning rich local history.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Exotic Aquatics Kayak Dock - We depart from Bainbridge Island’s Waterfront Park, an easy walk from the ferry landing and downtown Winslow. Leaving the dock, we’ll pass through beautiful Eagle Harbor before raising sails. To the east you’ll see the iconic skyline of Seattle, with majestic Mount Rainier to the south, the Olympic Mountains to the west, and Mount Baker to the north. We’ll raise sails, turn off the motor, and take in the unique beauty of Puget Sound.
What's Included
  • Cooler with ice, bottled water, and soft drinks
Additional Information

Depending on the day, we’ll get up close to seals, explore some beautiful harbors with stunning waterfront homes, and maybe even spot whales. Or we could see a nuclear submarine, inbound container ships, or century-old schooners. You’ll learn about Bainbridge Island’s unique history, from having the largest shipyard for wooden vessels in the West, to the earthquake that lifted a whole section of the Island 23 feet which can still be seen today, and of being the first place from which Japanese-Americans were forcibly removed from their homes during World War II.

  • Because of the nature of sailing, the minimum age is 3 and–unfortunately– pets are not allowed.
Location
301 Shannon Dr SE
Shannon Drive Southeast
We will meet you and drop you off at the Bainbridge Island City Dock, which is a short walk from the Bainbridge Ferry Terminal. We are conveniently located one block south of Winslow Way and the Town & Country supermarket.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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J4201vfjessicap
Sep 30, 2024
Beautiful afternoon sail boat cruise - My husband and I loved sailing with Scott. We enjoyed a relaxing afternoon on the water and learned a lot about the area. He asked about our interests and even recommended a wonderful hiking trail so we could explore more of the beautiful island. We would definitely sail with Scott again!
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Emily
Aug 26, 2024
Wonderful day of sailing! Not to be missed! - We had an absolutely amazing afternoon sailing with Scott. Before the trip, he was frequently in touch checking in about the weather. Despite some threatened rain, we decided to head out and are so glad we did. The boat was fantastic and Scott was knowledgeable, friendly and laid back. My boyfriend is a sailor and was thrilled that Scott handed over the helm as we sailed the bay between Bainbridge and Seattle. Definitely a highlight of our trip to Bainbridge!
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Jameskz3356ct
Aug 16, 2024
Wonderful Day on the Water - What a wonderful time! Scott was an awesome captain and host. It was couch fun sailing around and learning more about Bainbridge Island. My wife and I highly recommend sailing with him!
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251darind
Aug 15, 2024
What a wonderful experience! - Captain Scott is fantastic! He's an extremely accomplished sailor, very conscientious about safety, and just a joy to be with on the sailboat. He's very knowledgeable about anything "Bainbridge" or "Seattle". His sailboat is well-equipped with anything you might need. We loved our afternoon of sailing with light breezes and lots of sunshine. We'll join him again if we get the chance. Thank you, Captain Scott!
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Tammy_m
Aug 11, 2024
Amazing sailing trip! - The sailing trip was amazing. There were beautiful views, marine life, and a great guide! Highly recommend!
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F551acchantalg
Jul 20, 2024
Fun and relaxing sunset sail! - We had a wonderful and relaxing time sailing with Captain Scott. He is super knowledgeable which made the whole experience such a fun time. He is very flexible with what works well for his guests, we had some travel Delays and he was very accommodating! He went out of his way to share recommendations with us for our trip. Highly recommend and hope to be back soon!
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Excursion54011522767
Jul 15, 2024
A great afternoon sail - Scott was friendly and at ease with both kids and adults on our sail. The setting was beautiful, and he made it a great afternoon even with very light wind. The boat was comfortable and we enjoyed every minute.
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Sharksfantim
May 27, 2024
A Relaxing Sail on Puget Sound - We visited Seattle on my birthday to see Billy Joel and discovered Captain Scott's adventure here on Trip Advisor. Scott was communicative and responsive before the trip, providing detailed instructions on how to catch the ferry to Bainbridge Island, where he would meet us for the sailing. The day before the trip, Scott checked in to inform us that the weather was not ideal and offered to reschedule for the next day. Although our schedule didn’t allow for that we had good gear, so we decided to brave the elements. His considerate offer was much appreciated. On the morning of our sail, it was cloudy with a bit of rain, but we met Scott at the docks as planned. The rain stopped within a few minutes of casting off, and we enjoyed a leisurely and quiet sail with just enough wind to keep us moving. Scott is a friendly and engaging conversationalist, making it feel like we were sailing with an old friend. The views of the island and Seattle were spectacular, even with the clouds, making for a perfect and relaxing couple of hours on the water. Highly recommended!
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Andrew_d
May 26, 2024
Must Do Event in Seattle - Captain Scott showed us an awesome time on the water! He was incredibly knowledgeable about the area and shared interesting stories about the shoreline sights, as well as his sailing travels around the world. When the weather forecast changed and called for rain, Captain Scott proactively reached out to us to suggest other times to ensure we had a great experience. Sailing with Captain Scott is a must do event in Seattle and we highly recommend this experience!
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Alice_w
May 20, 2024
Highly Recommend - Captain Scott was a pleasure to have as a host/guide. He is so chill and friendly. Small World - we both went to Lakes High School and he knew my high school boyfriend. The sail boat was clean and comfortable. My daughter Savannah and I sat up in the front of the boat where the view was amazing. Thank-you for a relaxed sailing adventure. Highly Recommend a sail boat ride while visiting the area.
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