Thank you, Brandon for the wonderful tour! We as a family are pretty experienced kayakers and the…read morewhole family had a great time! We stopped in Victoria on our Alaskan Cruise and Brandon did a great job taking care of us! Thank you!

My husband was pretty reluctant to go kayaking for the first time in ages, but our Sunset Tour with…read moreKelp Reef actually made him pretty happy. Called in morning of on Sunday and was glad there was still room for bookings. Turned out we were 2 of only 3 on the tour that evening, and Austin happened to be our guide. Because of unpredictable winds we went up the harbour instead of out to open waters, which was a little disappointing to me but ended up being fantastic, with lots of historic/fun facts about Victoria and sightings of a bunch of harbour seals. The 2-hour tour was just right for getting to the Selkirk Trestle and back, and 7-9pm was still the perfect amount of light in mid-August. 100% recommend and looking for a time to come back ourselves!

I literally "ran" into this business.....on an amazing waterfront run from Esquimalt to the blue…read morebridge heading to Victoria, I stumbled across the Victoria Waterfront Tours sign, and decided that was where I would take my kayaking adventure. We called with 1 hour notice, they had kayaks available for us, and when we arrived, they gave us the royal treatment.... Owner Nici actually loaned me her own splash gear for free! She gave us detailed information on where to kayak, whether it was to venture out into the open water or touring inside the harbour. I can't say enough about her friendliness, hospitality and general caretaking of me and my friend! And, they give you 2 bottles of water for $1.50. Not a bad deal. The views of Victoria Harbor, the shoreline of Victoria, and the amazing vista views of the Olympic Mountain Range of Washington State were absolutely stunning. Priceless. If I find myself in Esquimalt again, I will MOST DEFINITELY patron this business again!

My friend and I went on the seal island guided tour. It was about 2.5 hours long. We arrived…read moreearly and were able to get started ahead of time. The guide Nici made it clear that unless anybody was in a rush to get back we would just kind of take our time out there. A real laid back and friendly experience. I would highly recommend the seal island tour. We shared many laughs as a group and saw some amazing sights. Highly recommend.

My boyfriend and I went on the 9:30am Oak Bay tour this morning. The conditions were perfect - the…read morewater was glassy and peaceful, making for a calm and scenic paddle. Federico took us to several beautiful spots around the bay, including one where we spotted seals lounging and even a bald eagle perched nearby. Later, we were lucky enough to see a sea lion surface right beside us - such a cool moment! We happened to be the only two on the tour, which made the experience feel even more special. Federico was a fantastic guide - knowledgeable, attentive, and easygoing, with a great sense of humor. He kept a comfortable pace throughout and made sure we felt warm, safe, and supported the entire time. Peaceful water (well, we were lucky for that!), incredible wildlife, and a guide who really cares - what more could you ask for? The boats we were in were high quality and the shop is top tier. The people who work at this organization are extremely skilled kayakers who are dedicated to helping the kayak community. The shop has kayak skills courses as well and is dedicated to promoting excellent kayaking. If you're considering a kayak tour in the area or upping your kayak skills, I can't recommend Ocean River Sports enough.

My husband and I were in Victoria for a few days celebrating our anniversary. We stayed at the…read moreDelta Hotel and saw lots of kayaks out and about in the harbor in front of our hotel. We ended up doing a two hour rental with a tandem kayak from Ocean River Adventures. Getting there was a short ten minute walk from our hotel. The entire rental process was very quick and easy and their rental equipment is very good. It was a good value for the equipment and time we got to use the kayak. The kayak tracked beautifully in the water and we had a wonderful time cruising around the harbor for a couple hours. We even had a seal that popped its head out of the water about 20 feet in front of us! Lee (I believe he is the owner) and Wesley were a delight to deal with. I would highly recommend this company.

We had such a great experience with Crystal Seas! We booked their three-hour kayaking trip and, the…read moremorning of, realized we'd be getting back later than we wanted (my husband didn't read all the details ). We called to see if it was possible to move our trip up an hour, and they couldn't have been more accommodating--super friendly and flexible. Our guide, Madi was fun, knowledgeable, and made us feel completely safe and comfortable on the water. The scenery was beautiful, the pace was relaxed, and we really enjoyed learning little bits along the way. Even better, we ended up having the trip to ourselves, which felt like a private tour. We'd absolutely book again with Crystal Seas--big fans!

By far the best kayak tour company I have EVER been on. What can I say a out Tim, our magical…read moremystery tour kayak guide? Well words can't be good enough to tell you how awesome he made all of us feel. He was a walking or in this case kayaking encyclopedia. We learned some much about marine biology, the history of the San Juan's, just life in general. He is a true Renaissance man! Playing in a bluegrass band tonight and laying into by day. A true gem on the Island. Made me think, huh? What a great place to live. On top of all the fun knowledge he imparted he also lost his keys to the sea gods! But that was a temporary glich because one of the younger guys on our tour dove in the ice cold Puget sound waters and retrieved the Kay's and saved the day. Well at least Time's day. Tja is go out to Brandon for his heroics. Such a fun group and funny group. A true gem of an experience here. We left Snug Harbor and paddled the West side with views of Victoria, Sydney and the Olympic mountains. I highly recommend Tim's magical mystery tour! A five star adventure.

Ben and staff are great to work with. They called us back right away and went out of their way ti…read moreaccommodate our requests. Thank you!!!

We did the 3-day/2-night overnight trip with Sea Quest Kayak and it was absolutely incredible! Our…read moreguide, Scooter, was so friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating--he made sure all 7 of us (with mixed levels of experience) felt included and comfortable the entire time. The planning was spot on, with tides and conditions perfectly timed so everything went smoothly and safely. The camping setup was better than I've ever had--super comfy sleeping bags and pads, I honestly slept better than I do at home! The food was a huge highlight too--fresh ingredients, delicious meals like peanut Thai curry and veggie burritos, and great breakfasts every day. Way beyond our expectations for "camp food." Scooter was constantly checking in, sharing his knowledge of the area, tides, and wildlife, and making sure we had everything we needed. We saw seals, bald eagles, porpoises, salmon jumping right next to our boat, and so many birds. Even though we didn't see whales, the scenery was stunning. Private islands, amazing campsites, and unforgettable sunrises and sunsets over calm water. The whole trip was well-organized, from the packing checklist to the quality equipment. I'd recommend bringing a small dry bag for essentials in the kayak. Overall, this trip is perfect for anyone; families, couples, or groups of friends. We left with amazing memories and can't recommend Sea Kayak and Scooter enough!

You never think you're going to be in this position, but when you are, you sure hope you happen…read moreupon these guys. We were biking around the islands when my bike tire became flat. No big deal, we had a spare tube. We changed it to find out that the valve was broken. We HAD to catch the next ferry - I hitchhiked to Lopez Island and kayaks and they were busy with customers. They looked up and saw the panicked look on my face and realized I might just be in a hurry. They were beyond helpful. Yes they fixed my tire quickly. But they even drove me back to my bike miles away. They completely went out of their way to just be good people. Their shop is convenient and run by knowledgeable staff - I will always come here for any of my entertainment needs while on Lopez!! 5 stars isn't enough!

Great rental service! Friendly staff, reasonable rates! These guys helped us put together a four…read moreday tour that sent us up around Lopez, between Shaw and Orcas then on to Jones Island before heading back. Spectacular way to see the San Juan Islands! They had fantastic maps, great boat choices (we used two doubles for husband, wife and two teenage kids) and the most cheerful and helpful staff we have seen in a long time. And no extra charges at the end! Fantastic. We saw Eagles, Dall's porpoises, sea otters, deer, seals swimming up to us, Kingfishers, tons more while paddling through kelp beds or camping on secluded Marine Trail islands. Thank you Lopez Kayak!

This review has been incredible delayed, but I would highly suggest Pacifica for a fun night out…read more We did the bioluminescent kayak tour and it was excellent. I had never kayaked at night before so the environment was pretty incredible and the bioluminescence was fascinating and quite beautiful. The silence, the darkness and the guides sharing stories and history of the area made it a really great experience. We will be back to take our kids once they are old enough!

I can not say how wonderful this company is!!! When I have guest visiting this is a must!! We…read morerecently did 2 kayak outings.. the first one was just a relaxing paddle around The bay and exploring Tods inlet..The second was absolutely mind blowing! We did the unique night glow tour.. if you decide to do it and are lucky enough to get a spot it is a must!! EJ who is the front desk gal is so sweet and accommodating! Sorry if I got your name wrong also the 2 owners are just fabulous!!

Absolutely incredible group of people and guiding service. My org contracted San Juan Outfitters…read morefor a 3 day/3 night trip for 10 people involving hiking, sea-kayaking, and camping on Jones Island. Chance and Tyler were amazing, I cannot say enough positive things about their attitude, leadership, knowledge of the area, and work ethic to ensure we were well fed, comfortable, and having positive experience. Additionally, Kylie from the reservations office was terrific in helping coordinate the logistics of our trip, as many of us came all the way from the East Coast. I highly recommend their services to anyone interested in visiting the San Juan islands.

Amazing experience! Saw orcas and they came right up to our kayak! Sean was great and made sure…read moreeveryone respected their space. Great tour and made my dream come true!