Olympic Basecamp Tour
Seattle, WA
5.0 (6 reviews)Trip Highlights
- Pristine Rainforests
- Rugged Coastlines
- Waterfalls
- Wonderful Outdoor Cuisine
- Comfortable Beach Camping
- Fascinating Natural & Cultural History
Description
This Olympic National Park camping tour offers a chance to hike and explore two lush temperate rainforests and the rugged Pacific coastline of the Olympic Peninsula, all while enjoying the comforts of a front-country basecamp right on the ocean. Each day brings new sights and adventures as we discover old-growth forests, dramatic sea stacks, stunning blue-green rivers, ever-changing tide pools, and long stretches of sandy beach right at our campsite. You’ll be free to relax and let us handle everything, allowing you to immerse yourself in this unique region, photograph wildlife, search for elusive banana slugs, identify vibrant wildflowers, or simply unwind on the beach.
Each morning, we’ll embark on a variety of select day hikes to explore the incredible ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest, rich in cultural and natural history, breathtaking views, and remarkable biodiversity. From glacier-fed rivers and towering western red cedar forests to steep sea cliffs carved by the ocean, we’ll have the opportunity encounter whales, otters, bald eagles, and more! In the afternoons, we’ll return to our camp along the Pacific Ocean to unwind—whether that means swimming, reading on the beach, or strolling along the bluff. At night, we’ll savor a delicious outdoor meal as we watch the sun set over the ocean, followed by a cozy campfire where we can share stories of our daily adventures.
$2030 Per Person
DIFFICULTY LEVEL 2
Scale of 1-5. 1 is least difficult; 5 is most difficult
This trip follows well-maintained trails through the rainforests; the hikes along the beach are on soft, loose sand, hard-packed sand, or small rocks, depending on the tides; some rocks along the beach may be slippery as they are often wet and/or covered in algae or seaweed. Depending on the specific trails chosen by the guide(s), some short sections on the beach may require upper body strength for stabilizing or climbing over and around large boulders or climbing up and down steep headlands using fixed ropes. These sections are not required for any of the hikes, but are optional based on the interests and abilities of the group.
Hiking Distances:
2-8 mi
Backpack Weight:
8-12 lbs
Terrain:
Lightly Rugged
Max Daily Elev. ↑↓:
1770 ft
Heights Exposure:
Light
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THIS TRIP
- Hiking uphill or downhill with a 8-12 lb backpack for 5-7 hours
- Maintaining balance and footing on lightly rugged terrain
- Depending on the hikes decided on by your guide(s), climbing around steep headlamps using ropes (optional)
SOLITUDE LEVEL 2
1 least solitude, 5 most solitude
We rate this Olympic and Rainier hiking tour a solitude 2. You can expect as much as an hour of solitude at a time.
MINIMUM OF 2 GUESTS
If a trip does not reach the minimum number of guests, you may choose to transfer to another trip date or another trip, be refunded your payments in full, or you may have the choice to pay a supplemental fee to run the trip with fewer guests. We make the final determination for these trips 4-6 weeks before the departure date, and notify guests of changes and options immediately.
Private Trips
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Our sliding scale for private trips is based on the final number of guests in your group. Rates are per person and do not include sales tax, national park fees or guide gratuity. The final rate is based on the actual number of guests on the trip and may adjust based on cancellations or additions.
Please Note: you can also enjoy a private trip at our normal scheduled rates by filling any empty tour to capacity. However, if group members drop from the tour those spots will automatically become available on our website for instant booking. By purchasing a private trip at the rates listed below, your trip will remain exclusive to your group regardless of cancellations.
Private Rates FOr This Trip
- 2 People: Rate x 2.5
- 3 People: Rate x 1.75
- 4-5 People: Rate x 1.5
- 6-8 People: Rate x 1.25
- 9-12 People: Rate x 1.15
*all rates are per person
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