Experience the beauty of the great outdoors in the Pacific Northwest on this all-day, guided,small-group tour of Olympic National Park. From beaches and mountains to forests and farms, explore this spectacular wilderness park on a series of nature walks with a naturalist guide. Ride along in a high-roof passenger van or SUV, then stroll through the country’s oldest forests or along beaches with a breathtaking view of the Olympic Mountains. Coffee or tea in the morning with a light morning snack and gourmet picnic lunch, plus hotel pickup and drop-off, are included on this tour.
- Full-day, small-group tour of Olympic National Park
- Take several guided interpretive nature walks with a naturalist guide
- During the winter months, trek through the beautiful forests with snowshoes
- Small-group tour in a luxury vehicle ensures a personalized experience
- Seasonal picnic lunch from a local female owned caterer, Coffee or tea in the morning with a light morning snack and assorted snacks are included
- Downtown Seattle hotel pickup and drop-off included
What To Expect
Bainbridge Island Ferry
Take an iconic ferry boat from downtown Seattle, across Puget Sound, to Bainbridge Island on the way toward Olympic National Park.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Hood Canal Floating Bridge
Travel across the Hood Canal floating bridge.
• Admission Ticket Included
Olympic Peninsula
A scenic drive from the ferry terminal toward Olympic National Park.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Elwha Dam Removal Site
Depending on the weather, we may visit the Elwha River ecosystem – home to the largest dam removal project on Planet Earth!
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Olympic National Park
There isn’t a gate to pass through when you enter Olympic National Park. Instead, you suddenly notice the trees are bigger, the moss is greener, and you wouldn’t be surprised if Sasquatch ambled out of the forest as you pass by. Encompassing nearly 1 million miles, Olympic National Park is another world.
• Admission Ticket Included
Lake Crescent
A peaceful glacial lake surrounded by towering old growth forest, Lake Crescent looks like something out of a Tolkien book.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Marymere Falls
Peaceful nature walk to a beautiful waterfall hidden among giant old trees.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Salt Creek Recreation Area
Depending on the weather, we may visit the North Coast of the Olympic Peninsula for a bit of tidepooling and photography.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Hurricane Ridge
When conditions are right, we’ll drive up to Hurricane Ridge to experience the sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains, Salish Sea, and even all the way across to Victoria and Vancouver Island.
In summer, we’ll travel up to wander along the trails through the subalpine meadows and try to spot deer and marmots among the wildflowers.
In winter, (road closure and weather dependent) we’ll trek along the ridge on snowshoes and experience how beautiful the change of seasons can be.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Washington State Ferries
We’ll board the ferry once again from Bainbridge Island. As we come across the Sound, the sunset lights up the Seattle Skyline to welcome you back to the city.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Seattle
We’ll drop you off back where we met you in the morning.
• Admission Ticket Included
Highlight
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
If you have a dietary restriction, please inform us 48 hours before your tour departure
This is a sample itinerary – depending on the season or conditions, your guide may visit an entirely different part of the Park
All travelers must be 10 years or older to join this tour.
Water-resistant or waterproof shoes are required on this tour from November through April. Reach out to us for rental options.
This is a public small group tour. There may be other travelers on this tour with you, up to a total of 10 guests.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Include
All-inclusive, full-day tour of Olympic National Park.
TripAdvisor “Hall of Fame” professional naturalist guide.
Lovely guided hikes or snowshoe (winter) treks tailored to your group. Spend lots of time outside.
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch
Snacks
Transportation in a newer Ford Transit van.
Snowshoe gear (during winter months). Additional warm clothing available upon request.
Pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Seattle hotel, Airbnb, or rental.
Olympic National Park entrance fees.
Groups of 10 or fewer
Exclude
Gratuities
Breakfast
Dinner
Max group – 10
