Went on a Sunday during the summer @11am and it was surprisingly not busy! You get to explore a…read morevery big area and the water is usually not too choppy. We got to see seaplanes and got pictures with beautiful views. Would recommend if you're in the area and looking for something fun to do with your family or friends!

Fun experience especially with Seattle city backdrop in the distance and availability to row over…read moreto gas works park. The process was simple: pay $18/hr, guides provide you jackets, how-to's if you've never kayaked before, and the kayak itself. The only thing I did not like was how expensive it is for this activity. To do this with a family, it's quite costly when it adds up especially if you go for a few hours. You can't really make this a half day event unless you have deep pockets. Overall, really fun photo opp experience, great initial date spot, and something to definitely try and do while living or visiting Seattle.

Ballard went above and beyond to make our tour happen. Our interactions with the owner were great…read more Emma, our guide, was The Best! She was friendly, fun, safe, knowledgeable, energetic and made it feel like we'd been paddling buddies forever. We got lucky and were approached by harbor seals - one even climb aboard! The picnic on the beach is a nice touch. We had a 10/10 experience with Ballard and would highly recommend them.

We had the most wonderful afternoon. Organized and educational, fun and friendly. A must do in…read moreSeattle!

My family held a memorial service and released our loved one's ashes on Puget Sound with Ben as…read morecaptain of his boat. He was very accommodating to my needs as a person with disabilities. The boat trip was lovely and enjoyable. He demonstrated great warmth and sensitivity for our family's needs during our remembrance. There were no unpleasant surprises. He demonstrated great communication and punctuality. He took what could be a sad day and left us with lovely memories. I recommend him wholeheartedly.

Ben is a great Captain and tour guide!! The views were incredible. We went through the lock and it…read morewas a very cool experience. BYOB. Highly recommend!!

Flying high and Still on Cloud…read more I Love you, Captain Reed. Thank you for one of the greatest highs we could have ever experienced. It's going to go down as one of most memorable and unforgettable adventures! When we're old and grey, will still look back and remember flying the bright beautiful blue skies with you as our Captain. From plane to sea, you get the best of both. Not only did we get to enjoy a ride over the water passing boats, kayakers and se life, we got to experience a 20 minute flight in the air overlooking Seattle. The views were spectacular! A special Thank you to Captain Reed. Our flight was private with just the Captain, my better half and myself, and him being a huge aviation lover, the Captain allowed him to co-pilot. Such a core memory. Not even Thank you's or words that comes close to the amount of gratitude I can express. Whether it's a special occasion or seeing Seattle from a different view, this is definitely a MUST. Infinity times I would do this again. Just Love. Absolutely LOVE. Happy Flying.

We had an amazing trip on the Seaplanes to San Juan Islands. The pilots were very friendly and on…read moretime. Take offs and landings were so smooth too!

not my first ferry but the first driving s vehicle onto…read more It was cool Me my parents and my nieces and nephew took a random trip (thanks covey (nickname for covid) to seattle cuz pops wanted seafood so we drove from Utah to Washington got into the city checked into our hotel and then did the sightseeing thing at the needle greys anatomy Bruce Lee stuff like that but my favorite part was this boat ride You know, cars are like people so you don't want to be like shoulder to shoulder with some people cuz bubble but (not bubble butt. That's different) yeah this boat ride was fun for us We liked the views of the city fading off into the distance and the mountain that looks like the volcano that destroyed Pompeii. Didn't see any whales or wildlife maybe cuz humans chased em away with their stinky odor The vending machines were probably broken cuz we fed em so much People were nice and we all did a fantastic job at the social distance thing. I think Nobody went overboard and the view of the city pulling back up was dope af Mālō

Skip the Argosy Cruise And walk onto this cheaper alternative. Pack yourself a picnic and sit back…read moreand enjoy the views. The boat is a bit messy with lots of popcorn debris but nothing that really bothers you.

I was worried about the mixed reviews, but my husband and I went anyways. I am happy to report…read morethat we had a wonderful time! If you show up with reasonable expectations, I think you will enjoy this experience as much as we did. The boat is really nice and fairly new (less than a year old). It has three decks (two covered and one rooftop), two bars, and several bathrooms. It holds about 300 passengers. The trip to Blake Island took about 45 minutes and there are beverages/snacks available for purchase. I've had motion sickness before, but I felt totally fine on this boat! The water was really calm and it just felt like a ferry boat ride. On the trip over, George (our host) gave a nice presentation on the history of Seattle. He had a microphone, so it was easy to hear him. It was quite informative and I thought he did a really good job. Once you arrive at Blake Island, you are welcomed with a cup of steamed clams, which were delicious. It is traditional for you to dump the empty shells on the ground and stomp on them, which was fun. The meal is served in the Tillicum longhouse. (We were on the 1:30 PM cruise, and ate around 2:30 PM, so it was more of a late lunch versus dinner). All of the seating is pre-assigned, so a host will escort you to your seat. I thought the buffet was great. There was a nice variety of items including salmon, beef stew, polenta, rice, salad, fruit, and bread. They had little fruit tarts and cookies for dessert. Everything is labeled really well in case you have any dietary restrictions. Soda/tea/coffee was complimentary with our meal, but there were also alcoholic beverages available for purchase. The Native American storytelling show was neat. It was about 15 minutes and had a mix of video projection and live dancers. I thought it was the appropriate length and well done. After the show, you have some free time before the boat goes back to Seattle. You can take a short hike, walk to the beach, relax in the totem garden, visit the gift shop, hang out at the bar, or look at the artifacts in the longhouse. George gave us some more info on the way back and we made it to Seattle on time. I thought everything went really smoothly and the entire crew was friendly. We would definitely take another Argosy cruise in the future! My last few tips: * This is a pretty unique experience because you can't get to Blake Island unless you have a friend with a boat! There are no bridges and no ferries go there. * The longhouse where you eat is the same place where President Clinton hosted the 1993 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit! There are some pictures on the wall there. * Parking near the waterfront costs about $30. I suggest parking at the Second & Seneca garage. It only cost us $10 for all day on Saturday and it's a 5 minute walk to Pier 54. * Tickets are kind of expensive, but it does include a lot (transportation, buffet, entertainment). Argosy has a couple of discounts available (AAA members, Washington State residents, "Passport" card holders, etc).

We really enjoyed our harbor cruise. It was quick and informative. There were drinks and snacks…read moreaboard for purchase and two levels that you could sit on. My only critique would be to maybe allow special purchase for top deck seats. The space was limited and most people wanted to sit on the top deck to enjoy the views.

I think e-bike might be my new favorite way to explore Bainbridge Island -- made super simple…read morethanks to bike Bike Barn! It was so easy to call and reserve in advance, and you can get a reasonable price on a wide variety of bikes. They have a fairly large fleet, but tend to get busy on the weekends. If it's a smaller group, you can probably just get a day-of rental. We got an e-bike with both the throttle and pedal assist, and it really helped to tackle some of the big hills on the island. It was easy to adjust and the battery life is no joke. The rentals also came with helmets and locks, which were great when we stopped for lunch. It's located a stone's throw from the ferry terminal, and I explored the north side of the island in ~2 hours -- my only regret is not getting a longer time frame. I'll definitely be back!

Ended up renting an e-bike here. The staff was exceptionally helpful, drawing out directions on a…read moremap of the island, asking what we were looking to experience, and tailoring recommendations to that. Definitely a bit of a learning curve that no amount of good service can get you over, you just kind of have to ride and figure it out for yourself. Location right next to the ferry is unbeatable if you're coming in from Seattle. Had a really fun time on the island that I may not have had otherwise. Definitely felt I got my money's worth.

As very frequent travelers and having experienced over a dozen riverboat cruises located around the…read moreworld which feature smaller sized ships/boats we looked forward to our first time with Un-Cruise Adventures on the Pacific Northwest British Columbia's Yachters Paradise cruise. Candidly there are not enough superlatives to describe our trip. I could go on and on raving about the itinerary and magnificent beauty of the Northwest. We were so in awe of all the sites and locations we visited and the fun we had kayaking, hiking, and riding the skiff to view the endless wildlife in the area, but here I'd like to focus more on the company, the boat and the unparalleled excellence of the crew. Ours was the first excursion of the year. We anticipated less than ideal weather but were astonished to find we had only one day of rain and the rest sunny and bright. We were fortunate to have the Safari Quest as our boat. Only about 120 feet long, with 11 cabins and accommodations for 22 people, it has a staff of 9. Our cruises had only 15 people so we wallowed in the lap of luxury. The crew was THE BEST we have ever had the pleasure of sailing with. Captain Dano Quinn was our skipper and was by far and away one of the most accessible, personable, and dedicated ships Captain we have met. Totally capable, he steered us through rapids and into inlets and coves which allowed us to experience the totality of Pacific Northwest nature. Ably supported by his first Mate Robb and chief engineer Steve, we sailed through with no problems what-so-ever. Pam was our Expedition Leader extraordinaire who exhibited endless levels of energy, fun, knowledge, care and concern for each passenger. No detail was too small for her to address. The kitchen staff rival any 5 star restaurant, and their meals were to die for. Head Chef Mark is amazing and a magician coming up with some of the most delectable menus ever. And every day we were tantalized by the wonderful aromas emanating from the kitchen as Pastry Chef Kate prepared her fresh baked bread, rolls and delectable deserts. Our every need was accommodated by the Stewards Carla and Emi. Both are vivacious, beautiful, energetic and terrific!! As well as addressing the household needs they also tended bar and are expert mixologists. Candidly there could be no two better at what they do, anywhere. And while each crew member was par excellent in each of their positions and responsibilities what was most impressive is that everyone, from the Captain to the Stewards worked closely, assisting each other in maintaining the boat and caring for the passengers. What an experience; memories we will savor for the rest of our lives. We are now seriously considering other cruises with Un-Cruise, but this one will be a real challenge to top.