2023 Bookings Discounted Until May 1st!

5 people max

• Private groups starting at $1475
• 2pm (on Day #1)  - 11am (on Day #2)
• Only run May - September

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:

• Exhilarating high speed travel across the Strait 
• Best pics of the year at world-renowned Deception Pass
• 180’ bluffs, remote islands, world class tidal activity
• Inaccessible hikes, immaculate snorkeling, ancient trees
• Best PNW tidal pool exploration, and huge sandy beaches
• Local and organic charcuterie board on majestic beach
• Wine, beer & water (coffee shops etc along the route)
• Wildlife: seals, porpoises, eagles, jellyfish, anemones, whales
• Edible foraging:  optional sea salt and seaweed harvesting
• Lite education on oceanology and earth sciences
• Nautical 101: boating, navigation, radio comms, signals
• Snorkeling and swimming (for those willing to brave the cold)
• Optional 1hr add-on: Trip to the historic town of LaConner

CAMPING HIGHLIGHTS:

• Beautiful Deception Pass State Park Campground
• One 6 person tent OR two 4 person tents pre-setup for you
• Sleeping pads/bags/pillows fully provided (clean & nice)
• Firewood, flags, lanterns, bluetooth speaker etc provided
• Local, organic dinner cooked over the fire for your group
• Acoustic music, games, conversation cards around the fire
• Warm breakfast provided over the fire for your group
• Camp fully cleaned up in the morning for you while you hike 

TRIP OVERVIEW:

We’ll get acquainted at the marina, go over some safety precautions, pour you all a couple drinks, then charter past the idyllic Port Townsend & Fort Worden coastlines. (Last minute coffee stops etc can be fun before we leave town). 

From here we’ll buzz across the Strait of Juan De Fuca at top speed, then up the Whidbey Island coastline (about 45min of exhilarating high speed travel). Upon arrival, we'll cruise through the absolutely world-renowned Deception Pass. Words cannot do it justice. But if I was to try, the record might skip on "magical, mystical, breathtaking, and jaw-dropping." Suffice it is to say: the pictures that come out of these tours are treasured by friends and family for years to come. 

We’ll picnic on a remote island, hike next to raging tidal flows, explore the acclaimed "Tidepool Trail," learn about local ecology / geology, enjoy some good music, visit one of the oldest Douglas Firs in Washington, and take passenger requests to ensure that this is the greatest boat trip your group has had in years! 

We'll beach the boat right at the State Campground, get unloaded, and send you all off on a hike while I setup a beautiful camp and start cooking us a delicious meal! The night's activities are all fully customizable: I'll offer group options ahead of time and we'll feel it out, you guys "just do you." (I'll be sleeping in the boat cabin, and give you as much privacy as you like :-)

Evening Possibilities:

• Ukelele or bluetooth music around the camp fire
• Conversation card games to take things a little deeper
• Board games by lantern light at the picnic table
• Private group space while Captain Ben goes to bed ;-)

You'll wake up to morning music around 7:30am, and have an oatmeal bar waiting with all the fixins. I'll send you all off on a great hike, then pack up camp for the group. We’ll buzz back across the Strait at 10am, and get you dropped off back at the marina or a nearby beach cafe around 11am, where you can enjoy the rest of your day however you please… 

PICNIC / DRINKS:

A charcuterie board is pre-made for each group, but make sure to bring more food if you'll be hungry... Three wines/beers for each person, on the house! (Or a novel Japanese Tea Ceremony on the beach!) Filtered water also provided for guests. Bring more beverages if you like!

DINNER OPTIONS:

Dinner is totally customizable, based on your needs & desires. We can get more specific via phone or email before the trip :-)

Every overnight dinner comes with staples:

• Rice or Quinoa
• Steamed Broccoli
• Corn in the Husk
• Bread & Butter (GF ok)
• Seltzer waters

From here, pick one protein option:

• Chicken breasts 
• Whole salmon in foil
• Cheeseburgers

And lastly, pick a main beverage option:

• White wine bottles
• Red wine bottles
• Beer (you pick style)
• CBD or THC drinks
• Juice or milk options

OTHER TRIP AMENITIES SUPPLIED:

• Heated cabin & deck
• Blankets & cushions
• Bluetooth speaker
• Binoculars
• Sea life ID books
• Seaweed ID books
• Birding ID books
• Inspiring nautical books
• Local history books
• Detailed maps of the area
• Snorkels, masks & fins
• Phone charging ports
• Primitive skills gear
• Ukulele & percussion instruments
• Board games & conversation cards
• Antibacterial wipes / sanitizer
• Toilet paper & paper towels
• Dramamine, big first aid kit
• Life jackets and all safety gear

WHAT TO BRING:

• Many layers of clothing (the wind can be cold, even on a sunny day!)
• Sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, sleeves (the sun is bright on the water!)
• Shoes for climbing around on the seashore (they might get wet!) 
• Food and drink of your own (bring it all, let’s enjoy ourselves!) 
• Toys or other items to keep the kids occupied (only if they need it!)
• Towels and suits (if you’re bold enough to swim in this chilly water!) 
• Cash tips are more than welcome (but only if you think I’ve earned it!)

DISCLAIMERS:

• Reservations are rain or shine, but we'll have a blast either way!
  • (If there’s wind / choppy seas, you’ll receive a full refund). 
• You will be required to sign a liability waiver before we depart. 
• Overt drunkenness is a liability, and will not be tolerated.
• We'll stop at a bathroom or two, other than that: use the forest!
• No physical ADA access, but folks of all abilities are welcome!
• Dramamine is encouraged for those who get motion sick.

MANY MORE DETAILS GIVEN VIA PHONE / EMAIL UPON BOOKING...