Crystal Seas offers the perfect multi-sport combination for the active at heart. It’s a vacation that includes not only sea kayaking, but it includes bicycling the islands as well… all the while staying at Crystal Seas Kayaking's favorite inns and dining at their favorite restaurants. Sea kayak one day among small remote islands in search of sea birds, seals, porpoise, river otters and orcas… then cycle the next day along unpopulated roads past rolling pastures dotted with sheep and along steep, breathtaking cliffs. Each night retreat to luxurious inns and dine at exquisite restaurants.
Few people get to experience each island’s unique style the way that you will. Lopez Island (known for its friendliness and “the wave” that islanders give each other in passing) is the smallest of the major San Juan Islands. Orcas Island, with Moran State Park, the panoramic view on top of Mount Constitution, the lakes and waterfalls, is a must see when visiting. The coastline of San Juan Island’s west side will leave you breathless with the view of the snow capped Olympic Peninsula. You will get to know these islands inside and out cycling and kayaking each one.
Flora and fauna: Bald Eagles, Cormorants, Black Oystercatchers, Pigeon Guillemots, Pacific Harbor Seals, Orcas (Killer Whales), Dall's Porpoises, Great Blue Herons, Ochre Sea Stars, Deer, Fox, Pacific Madrones, Douglas-firs, forests of Bull Kelp and Eel Grass beds.
Crystal Seas Kayaking strongly believes that an outstanding guide can make the difference between a good trip and a fabulous trip. Therefore, Crystal Seas places a lot of emphasis on using the best guides available. Crystal Seas Kayaking prides themselves on their choice of guides - they are people persons, friendly, knowledgeable, have a great attitude, are excellent leaders, great teachers and who love what they do.
Each tour begins with a thorough safety/kayak/bicycle lesson to familiarize you with your equipment so that you are adequately prepared for your adventure. This lesson includes paddling technique, sea kayaking safety, biking techniques, biking safety, becoming familiar with safety gear and other helpful and necessary preparation for the expedition.
A great trip involves many factors. One of these is the group size. A smaller group is safer on and off the water, allows for more interactions between the guides and guests and gives guests a chance to know each other. Furthermore, Crystal Seas Kayaking can also adjust and modify the trip to the individual desires and interests of the group, allowing guests to participate in various activities ranging from birding to advanced kayaking, to photography, to hiking. For all these reasons and more, Crystal Seas Kayaking keeps the regularly scheduled Inn to Inn Multi-Sport Expedition group size to 10 guests and 2 guides.
Trip Details
Duration
6 Days
Location
San Juan Islands
Season
April - October
Trip Type
Combo
Nearest City
Friday Harbor, San Juan Island
Physical Condition Required
Fair
Destination(s)
Washington, United States
Paddling Skill Level Required
Beginner
Fully Guided
Yes
Guest Capacity
10
Accommodations
Inn to Inn biking and kayaking tours include staying on Lopez at the Inn at Swifts Bay, Rosario Resort on Orcas and Friday's and the Friday Harbor House on San Juan Island. Each inn will cater to the most discerning guest. Enjoy wonderful breakfasts made with fresh local fruit, sleep in comfortable beds and soak in hot tubs at the end of the day. If your expectations are high then this tour will exceed them!
Transportation to Start Site
Complimentary Transportation
Dining
Crystal Seas Kayaking provides drinks and all meals, starting with lunch on the first day and ending with lunch on your last day. You will be impressed by the daily gourmet breakfasts at your inn, the heartiness of well prepared lunches, and the restaurants chosen for your nightly dinner. Crystal Seas Kayaking can accommodate your dietary needs, just ask.
About Liquor
BYOB
Additional Activities
Custom Tours
Each year, Crystal Seas Kayaking arranges an incredible number of custom and private tours. These may be a large wedding party, corporate event or just a couple who would like to paddle a special route for a romantic evening. They enjoy arranging these trips and have plenty of resources to accommodate you. Let them know what you have in mind and let their expertise make it happen.
Rates
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