Poulsbo: Liberty Bay Guided Kayak Tour with Wildlife
West Coast of the United States, Washington
Activity
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Glide among the harbor seals through Liberty Bay on a guided kayak tour in Poulsbo. Learn about the area's ecology and history, see local wildlife, and hear stories of Poulsbo’s waterfront.
Highlights
- Glide through calm waters and get up close to Liberty Bay's resident seals
- Learn about the area's ecology and history from your local guide
- Be on the lookout for bald eagles, great blue herons, and Dungeness crabs in their habitat
- Hear stories of Poulsbo’s waterfront and its Scandinavian settlement
- Take home digital photos of the experience and a complimentary bottle of water.
Description
Begin your journey at the Poulsbo waterfront, where you'll receive a brief kayaking safety lesson (or refresher) from your guide before setting out in stable, sit-on-top kayaks. As you glide along a calm, pre-selected route, listen to your guide provide commentary on Liberty Bay’s role as a harbor seal pupping ground. Keep an eye out for local wildlife such as bald eagles, great blue herons, and Dungeness crabs, and learn about the unique features of the local marine ecosystem. Hear stories of Poulsbo’s waterfront, from Indigenous stewardship to Scandinavian settlement, making this tour a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and cultural insight.Includes
Guided kayak tour Kayak rental Safety briefing Personal flotation device Natural history of Puget Sound History of Poulsbo Bottle of water Digital photographs of the experience Guaranteed wildlife sightings SunblockExcludes
Tips for the guideImportant Information
- Participants should be comfortable with kayaking in choppy water
- Tour may be canceled for (very rare) inclement weather, in which case guests will receive a full refund
