Sample Itinerary: 

• 7:00-7:30AM – Downtown Pickups: Begin the day with convenient downtown pickups, with the Sheraton Grand as a default location.
• 8:00AM – SeaTac or Tacoma Area Pickups: Upon request, enjoy additional pickups at SeaTac Airport and Tacoma.
• 8:30AM – Rest Stop at the Billy Frank Jr. National Wildlife Refuge: Take a break for coffee, tea, and a morning snack, with a short exploration of Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge.
• 10:00AM – Explore Ancient Forests at Lewis & Clark State Park: Delve into living history with a trail walk through preserved old-growth forest ecosystems.
• 11:15AM – Arrive at Mt. St. Helens National Monument – Silver Lake Visitor Center: Visit the Mount St. Helens Visitor Center at Silver Lake for exhibits on the volcano's history.
• 1:00PM – Coldwater Lake + Hummocks Trail: Enjoy a picnic lunch at Coldwater Lake and hike the Hummocks Trail, showcasing landscape changes from the eruption.
• 3:00PM – Mount St. Helens Science + Learning Center: Wrap up the day with a visit to the Science and Learning Center for breathtaking views and downtime.
• 4:00PM – Head Back to Seattle: Optional restroom break available on the return journey to Seattle.
• 7:15PM – Drop Off at Your Downtown Seattle Hotel: Conclude the day with convenient drop-offs in downtown Seattle, having explored the iconic Mount St. Helens.

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: 10+
• Physical limitations: Need to be able to walk 2-4 miles on the tour.
• Experience level: All levels are welcome.

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: Children must be at least 10 years old to join the tour. All children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
• Individuals with disabilities: This tour is not wheelchair accessible. 
• Dietary restrictions: The tour provider can accommodate most common dietary restrictions so long as they have advance notice. Please inform them at least 48 hours prior to your tour if you require any of the following dietary needs:
  • Vegetarian, Vegan, Pescatarian, Pork/Beef Free, Egg Free, Dairy Free, Soy Free, Gluten Free*, Peanut/Tree Nut Free*, Shellfish/Seafood Free*
  • *Please note: They can accommodate nut/peanut and gluten allergies but cannot accommodate needs that require that food come from a certified facility (certified gluten free or nut free).
  • There are a handful of dietary restrictions that the tour provider is not set up to provide or can vary from person to person (Halal, Kosher, Paleo, Keto, garlic/onion free, etc.). If you follow one of these diets, you may consider bringing some supplemental food for the day depending on your specific needs.
• Languages: The tour is available in English.
• Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration: 12 hours (approximately 7:30am - 7:30pm). Please allow for an additional 30 minutes on either side of the tour to accommodate pickups and dropoffs. 
• What’s included: 
  • Complimentary pick-up and drop-off at your downtown Seattle accommodations (hotel, AirBNB, rental, etc.), and a centralized pickup at SeaTac and in Tacoma. 
  • A local, TripAdvisor ‘Hall of Fame’ naturalist guide 
  • A light breakfast generally including French-pressed local coffee, tea, and breakfast pastries.  
  • A gorgeous local picnic. The tour provider brings linens, plates, silverware and set up for lunch somewhere lovely. Offerings change seasonally, but often includes a chicken entrée, green salads, grain or pasta salads, and dessert.  
  • Plenty of readily available snacks, water (flat and sparkling), and other beverages throughout the day. 
  • Comfortable transportation in high roof, big window Ford Transit vans, (2020 models or newer).
  • Entrance fees, permits, and transportation costs
  • Any Required Gear. Snowshoes for winter tours, and trekking poles, or extra warm layers by request.
• Who will be present: You will have a guide with you at all times as well as up to 10 total participants. There is a minimum of 2 participants for the tour to run and a maximum of 10 participants.
• Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have reservations.
• Photo/ video: Photos are encouraged!
• Specific rules to follow: All rules will be shared at the beginning of the tour.

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency: The tour will run rain or shine because the Pacific Northwest is stunning regardless of what the weather may bring. Frequently, wet weather only lasts an hour or so before things start to improve again.
• Arrival: Plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to the pickup time.
• Parking: If you are meeting at a pickup location, parking will be available onsite.
• What to wear: Closed-toe comfortable walking shoes, hiking shoes, or light boots. Waterproof boots are required for snowshoeing tours between November and April. A light wind/waterproof jacket is always good to have. Non-cotton outer layers (please avoid denim) are also recommended. Extra layers or a second pair of socks can be safely stored in the vehicle if you decide you do not need them.
• What to bring: There is room in the van for each guest to bring a small back or day bag for the day that can fit underneath the vehicle seat to keep any personal belongings with you. Recommended items to bring include:
  • A hat and sunglasses
  • Cell phone and camera
  • Any necessary medications or personal items
  • If you have a favorite pair of trekking poles, otherwise the tour provider can loan you one if desired. 
  • Gratuity for your guide is not included and greatly appreciated if you enjoy the experience. Suggested gratuity is $15-$40 per person. 
  • The tour provider cannot accommodate storing luggage for guests. If you are transferring or checking out of your hotel the same morning as your tour, you may consider checking to see if your hotel offers luggage storage for the day.
• Restrooms: Specific stops are pre-planned to and from the park, so you’ll never go without a restroom option for more than an hour to hour and a half. That said, if you need one in between that, just ask. Your guide will be able to adjust if needed.

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 48 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking subject to availability and approval by the provider. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 48 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.