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: 24 hours
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…
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…

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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D5339nkdavidp
Jul 13, 2025
First rate 2 hour tour - If you want a relaxing tour, book with Captian Scot!! So easy to get to, Capt Scot puts you at ease and lets the boat do her magic!!
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Kwazi96
Jul 8, 2025
Best day on the water - We had a wonderful time. Captain Scott was very informative and pleasant. Would do this event again when we are in town. Highly recomended
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509jend
Jun 18, 2025
Spectacular Seattle Skyline Sailing - The views were amazing, Captain Scott a gracious and educated host! He let my 9 year old budding sailor steer the boat, while providing us spectacular views of Puget Sound, Seattle skyline, and Mount Rainier. We would book again!
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Heather_r
Jun 16, 2025
Great Sailing Trip - We had a great experience on our private sail around the Seattle harbor. From the moment we stepped aboard, the atmosphere was calm, welcoming, and relaxing—exactly what we were hoping for. The boat itself was very comfortable with plenty of seating, perfect for sitting back and enjoying the views. Our captain, Scott, truly made the tour special. He was warm, conversational, and had a treasure trove of interesting stories about the area, sailing, and local history. It felt more like sailing with a knowledgeable friend than just a tour guide. One thing that really stood out was how attentive and accommodating he was—especially when helping one of our travelers who had some difficulty walking. He was incredibly kind and patient in making sure they got on and off the boat safely and comfortably. Overall, it was a smooth, scenic, and thoroughly enjoyable experience. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy the beauty of the Seattle waterfront from a peaceful, personal perspective!
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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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From $295 (Per Boat)
up to 6 guests
1 - Traveler
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).