Top Washington Sporting Events

Discover the natural world of the Pacific Northwest on a 5- to 6-hour tour from Seattle. Relax in complimentary transportation from the city to a nearby temperate rainforest. Follow your guide on an engaging, but leisurely 2.6-mile trek, which is a great option for beginner hikers and children. Break for a picnic lunch, then continue to a local chocolate factory. After a tour of an authentic Swiss chalet, return to the city.

The White Salmon River is packed with class III and IV rapids such as Corkscrew and Maytag, making this half-day white-water rafting trip a must for thrill-seekers who love the water. Paddle nearly continuous rapids during the first five miles (eight kilometers) of the trip, and then wind down and enjoy the views of the gorgeous basalt canyon for the remaining three miles (4.8 kilometers).

Soar above Washington's majestic Snohomish Valley at one of the best times of day—sunset—during this hot air balloon flight. Drift across the sky and take in views of mountains, rivers, forests, and the Kenwanda golf course. A bird's-eye view of the scenic river valley at sunset and a catered snack tray and Champagne toast makes this tour a great choice for couples or travelers celebrating a special occasion.

Escape the city for a scenic hike along Coal Creek on this half-day tour from Seattle. Accompanied by a local guide, enjoy an easy hike along a 4.25-mile (7-kilometer) trail, passing through the heart of the former coal-mining country. Along the way, peek inside a hidden mine shaft, follow in the footsteps of President Rutherford Hayes, and learn more about native plants and their medicinal properties.

Close to Seattle, the Skykomish River is our most extreme river adventure offering the most difficult section of river commercially-run in WA state! The allure of the Skykomish River is the “Boulder Drop” which is Washington states hardest section of commercially rafted river, being class 5, but that’s not all the “Sky” river has to offer; there are many other class 3 and 4 rapids. such as Pat’s plunge, Aquagasm, Lunch hole, and The Wier just to name a few. All this adventure coupled with the beauty of Mt. Index and the surrounding Cascade mountains makes for a truly Northwest treasure of a trip. For experienced rafters, this river is action-packed! It is highly advised you have been rafting before you attempt the Skykomish River, and you must be able to swim, and ready to move around the boat quickly!! Minimum age is 16. The Skykomish is perfect for the adventure seeker who has rafter before and ready for the next big step in extreme whitewater rafting!

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!

We are the only kayak tour company that is currently able to lead trips to Burrows Island. You will be exploring unique shorelines that few visitors to the islands are able to experience. Save time, and save money! The experience does not require the hassles of taking a ferry to San Juan Island. Anacortes, located on Fidalgo Island has two bridges connecting us to the mainland. Because you are able to drive directly to us your time on the water is maximized. Many tour companies on other islands include a lengthy shuttle ride as a part of their trip thereby reducing the actual time spent kayaking and encountering wildlife. Single kayaks are available for participants for an additional $25pp. Must be 18 years or older. (Must be requested in advance and is subject to availability.) Professionally trained guides will see to the details and ensure your comfort.

Sail the seas around Seattle on this private, 3-hour adventure to Puget Sound. Climb aboard the S/V Kingsley and set sail from the Shilshole Bay Marina with an experienced captain leading the way. Learn how to sail or simply sit back and enjoy the view. See an abundance of marine wildlife, the downtown Seattle skyline — including the iconic Space Needle — plus incredible views of the Olympic Mountains, featuring majestic Mount Rainier in the distance.

Among the best things to do in Seattle, even on a rainy day! All boats can be enclosed to keep you dry and comfortable. Explore Seattle's waterways in luxury and style with Canderé Cruising's intimate experiences for up to six guests. Offering social and private cocktail cruises and sailing adventures from one hour to four hours long via motor or sailboat, Canderé Cruising will introduce you to Seattle in ways you didn't think possible. Get up close and personal with Seattle's floating home and houseboat community, beautiful classic cruisers, modern mega yachts, and breathe taking views of Mt. Rainier, and the Seattle Skyline!

Join us for 3 days of climbing to the summit of one of North America’s most sought after peaks, Mount Baker. We take either the Easton Glacier or Coleman-Demming route with challenging route-finding through icefalls, seracs, and around large crevasses. Before summiting Mount Baker, you will learn fundamental skills necessary for safe glacier travel such as ice axe arrest, the use of crampons, and how to attach to a rope as a member of a rope team.

This Bloedel Reserve tour is a one-of-a-kind experience with a knowledgeable local tour guide that you'll never forget. We begin our day exploring Bainbridge Islands unique personality and show you the islands beautiful scenery and secret spots that will fill you with joy. We then arrive at Fay Bainbridge State Park for a beachfront wildlife watch and an enjoyable snack. Next, we head to the Bloedel Reserve, a world-renowned garden and botanical reserve, that includes many amazing photo opportunities.

If you are looking for a boutique outdoor experience, look no further than this private tour of Mt. Rainier. Take a helicopter ride over Mount Rainier National Park’s 369 square miles of rugged mountains, then spend several hours exploring its old growth forests by foot. After working up an appetite on the trails, enjoyed a catered lunch in the midst of the park’s natural beauty. Groups are small—no more than six people—to ensure a completely bespoke experience.

Get a taste for some of the Pacific Northwest’s top wines on this 5.5-hour, guided, small-group, wine-tasting tour. Roam through Woodinville wine country, nestled in the beautiful Sammamish River Valley just 30 minutes northeast of Seattle and home to over 100 wineries and tasting rooms. Visit three boutique wineries for a wine tasting with local meats, cheeses and crackers served. Hotel pickup and drop-off from downtown Seattle accommodations included.

Be a Northwest explorer for the day on this small-group day trip that combines a nature hike near the base of Mt. Rainier with excellent Yakima Valley wines. Get closer to the mountain on the only guided tour that’s permitted to venture more than a mile from the national park road, and enjoy a gourmet picnic in the wilderness. Reward yourself with tastings at two top Yakima wineries, and relax on the drive back to Seattle in a luxury SUV.

Discover Mt. Rainer National Park’s highlights on an all-inclusive, small-group full-day tour from Seattle. Explore wildflower meadows, alpine vistas, and waterfalls on foot as you enjoy magnificent views on a guided hike, or snowshoe trek, of Washington State’s highest mountain. Savor a delicious breakfast of pastries, fruit, and tea and coffee, an organic lunch with wine, and refreshments throughout your experience. Pick-up and drop-off are included.

Visit the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument on this guided, full-day, small-group tour from Seattle. Travel just a few miles from the crater to see the steaming volcano. Walk through the park with a naturalist guide and discover how volcanoes are monitored. Learn more about the geological events that transpired during the 1980 eruption. Transportation plus a picnic lunch, snacks and beverages throughout the day are provided. Seattle hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Experience the natural beauty of majestic Mt Rainier on this guided, small-group tour from Seattle. Enjoy a scenic, narrated journey past lakes, waterfalls and historic towns to Mt Rainier, the highest mountain in the state of Washington and one of the tallest in the lower 48 states. Take in spectacular views from Narada Falls, considered the most popular waterfall in Mt Rainier State Park and the aptly named Paradise, at 5,400 feet above sea level on the south slope, among others. This tour includes pickup and drop-off from select downtown Seattle and airport hotels.

Olympic National Park is well known for having several different ecosystems to explore: subalpine forest, wildflower meadows, temperate rain-forest, and the rugged Pacific Shore. This twelve hour tour allows you to sample each of these systems with the added advantage of having an experienced guide to answer any questions that may arise. Come explore tide pools along the coastal beaches, roam among old-growth forest, trek atop mountain ridges with breathtaking vistas and stand by glacier-birthed rivers and lakes. The tour begins on a leisurely ferry boat ride over the Puget Sound to the Olympic Peninsula. The exact itinerary will be curated by the tour guide however our first stop will usually find us at Hurricane Ridge where you will hike to an incredible view of the valley below and the snow-capped mountains in the distance. We will move on to Crescent Lake and the seasonally Sol Duc Valley, and a sandy beach along the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Please plan on approximately six miles.

While in Washington, go whitewater rafting and beer tasting on an overnight camping tour on the Wenatchee River. The river is located about 2.5 hours east of Seattle in central Washington, near Wenatchee and Leavenworth. The tour includes a morning of whitewater rafting on class 3 rapids, a riverside lunch, an afternoon of beer tasting at three craft breweries, and overnight camping accommodations (camping equipment not included).

We know that city breaks as a family can be unpredictable to say the least, but in a city like Seattle, that won’t be a problem! Whatever their age, however fussy your little ones can be with food and in spite of the rain that might fall, there’s always something to top that will keep the whole family happy! Seattle is packed with interactive museums like the Pacific Science Centre, opportunities to get active outdoors by canoeing on Lake Union or exploring Discovery Park with its forest trails and Native American Cultural Centre, and rainy day options like the Aquarium. So let a local show you the family side of this dynamic, modern city so you can make new memories and create the perfect family break in Seattle!

Bon Vivant’s popular wine tasting tours are led by professionally wine educated tour guides. Here's what you can expect: >Your group's wine preferences will influence tour stop choices for the day >You'll receive a welcome call or text confirming pick up time on the day of the tour; a comfortable 30 minute drive from Seattle to Woodinville, crossing beautiful Lake Washington, gets you to Wine Country >Visiting a flagship winery starts the touring day off big >A boutique winery will be next >Lunch follows, at a locally owned café >The afternoon will find you visiting 2-3 boutique wineries and tasting rooms, we call them hidden gems. (There are 120+ to choose from!) En route, your guide will talk about the next winery on your custom tour, the winemaker, their history, etc. >You will be returned to your point of departure around 4:30 >All day long, you will be treated to your tour guide's insights and Washington Wine Country knowledge. >And you will go home with happy memories!

Soar over Mount Olympus, Hurricane Ridge, and the Hoh Rainforest on a scenic seaplane flight from Lake Washington to the Olympic Peninsula. You’ll see rugged terrain that’s far from roads, including vast glaciers and expanses of old-growth trees; a spectacular alternative to the hours-long drive to the Olympics, it’s a fast-track into the rugged interior of the mountains.

Soar over Puget Sound and the Strait of Juan de Fuca on a scenic seaplane flight from Lake Washington. Big aerial views take in the impressive scale of the San Juan Islands, and you’ll get a unique perspective on the Seattle skyline during the return flight to Lake Washington; bring a camera to capture shots of the city and coastline from above.

Experience the sensation of taking off and landing on the water on a seaplane. Get an unsurpassed aerial orientation of the Emerald City, the Pacific Northwest, and the Puget Sound from a unique vantage point. Learn the fascinating history of this area and the eruption of Mount Saint Helens from your trained pilot, while riding in comfort with noise canceling headphones.