11 Seattle Waterfall Tours Worth the Detour

1.Seattle City and Snoqualmie Falls Half-Day Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,293 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $94Our pick

This four-hour Shutter Tours outing pairs Snoqualmie Falls with Seattle highlights such as Pioneer Square, the Fremont Troll, Pike Place Market, Kerry Park, and either Ballard Locks or Fishermen’s Terminal. You ride in an air-conditioned minivan with up to 13 people. Guides including Dale and Terry add local stories and useful phone photography tips.

“This was a fantastic tour. We saw sights that we would have never seen otherwise, and Terry was super knowledgeable. It was a plus that he showed us how to take great photos!”

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2.Seattle Wine & Snoqualmie Falls Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,245 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $119

Leave Seattle with a local guide such as Mark, James, or Don for Woodinville wine tastings, lunch, Snoqualmie Falls, and Boehms Candies. You will cross Lake Washington, pass farms and horse ranches, and visit two wineries. Tastings and lunch cost extra, while pickup is available from select Seattle and SeaTac hotels.

“It was a wonderful tour. James was a terrific tour guide. Should you want to get out of Seattle for a day trip, this an enjoyable tour to do.”

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3.Guided forest hike to Seattle waterfalls incl. Snoqualmie Falls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 589 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $79

Leave central Seattle at 9 a.m. for a half-day outing with a roughly 3-mile moderate hike through Olallie State Park, Twin Falls and Upper Falls, 270-foot Snoqualmie Falls, North Bend, Snoqualmie, and Borst Lake. Guides such as John, Susan, Brie, Rachel, and Suzanne have led the trip. Expect forest roots, rocks, inclines, snacks, and an air-conditioned van.

“Our guide Susan was great and the hikes were amazing! Glad we did this tour. Highly recommend this trip.”

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4.Visit Snoqualmie and Hike to Twin Falls (Transportation included)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 330 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $76

Meet guide Jonny at Zeitgeist Coffee in Seattle for a half-day trip to Snoqualmie Falls and Olallie State Park. See the 268-foot waterfall made famous by Twin Peaks, then hike through Cascade rainforest to Twin Falls. Transport, guiding, and park admission are included. Expect a moderate hike with hills, mud, and roughly 2.4 to 3 miles on foot.

“This is a great intermediate hike. The lower view of the falls was absolutely gorgeous, the upper view would have been, had the fog not been so dense. But even with the fog, it was still interesting visually. The hike itself was strenuous, though not impossible, but be ready for uphill climbs and possibly some mud (we went in December). The river is beautiful and the trees are just majestic. Jonny was the perfect guide, keeping track of us yet letting us go at our own paces (I stopped to take a LOT of pictures). He is very knowledgeable about the area, and is just an interesting person all around.…”

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5.Snoqualmie Falls and Twin Falls Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 187 reviews · 4 hours · from $75

Join Jared of Hart Guides LLC for a four-hour, small-group trip from Seattle to Twin Falls and Snoqualmie Falls. Travel by comfortable van, choose an easy or moderate forest walk, and hear lively stories about geology, Indigenous history, plants, fungi, and Pacific Northwest folklore. Bring water, snacks, and sturdy shoes.

“Pick up spot was great to grab a bite and our guide made it very easy. Informative but fun and plenty of time to explore on your own along with the guided tour. The falls are beautiful.”

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6.Pacific Northwest Waterfalls & Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 131 reviews · 4h 30m · from $79

Travel from downtown Seattle to Olallie State Park for a guided forest hike to Twin and Upper Falls, then see Snoqualmie Falls, North Bend, Snoqualmie, and Borst Lake. English-speaking guides, trekking poles, water, snacks, and a small group of up to 14 make this a practical half-day outing. Expect steep sections, not an easy stroll.

“The activity was great! The transportation getting there was BAD! Sounded like the van was going to break down.”

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7.Snoqualmie Falls & Woodinville Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 39 reviews · from $344

Travel from Seattle with a naturalist guide to Snoqualmie Falls, then continue to Woodinville for tastings at two or three boutique wineries. You’ll sample four to six wines at each stop, enjoy a seasonal picnic lunch, and ride in a high-roof van with no driving after tasting. Guides such as Brent, Colin, and Jann have helped make this an easygoing, personal day out.

“It was an amazing experience! The guide was so sweet, the waterfall way breathtaking, and the wineries were wonderful, especially the first location!”

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8.Snoqualmie, Twin Falls & Ancient Forest (Transport Included)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 38 reviews · 4 hours · from $66Best value

Meet guide Jonny at Zeitgeist Coffee in Pioneer Square for a four-hour morning trip to Snoqualmie Falls, Twin Falls, and Ollalie State Park. You’ll ride from Seattle, walk through Cascade forest, and hear about the area’s ecology, geography, and culture. The hike can be adjusted for different fitness levels, but this is not suitable for wheelchair users.

“Jonny was great! Super informative and communicative. This is definitely a must if you want to explore some amazing trails and see some awesome views. Great value for the money too!”

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9.Snoqualmie Falls and Leavenworth Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 23 reviews · 1 day · from $179

Trade Seattle for Snoqualmie Falls and Bavarian-style Leavenworth on a full-day trip priced at $179. You’ll get about 45 minutes at the waterfall and three hours to explore Leavenworth, with transport, an English-speaking driver-guide, and central Seattle or SeaTac-area pickup. Guide Ilya has been praised for adding useful local facts.

“Thank you very much for your feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the services we've provided! What can we do next time to make this a 5 star experience? We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you back on your next tour with us!”

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10.Waterfall Wonderland Hike in Wallace Falls Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 1 day · from $259

Leave Seattle between 8 and 9am for a guided 6-mile hike to Wallace Falls’ lower, middle, and upper cascades. Your certified Wilderness First Responder guide provides gear, snacks, water, and lunch. Small groups of up to five keep the pace personal, while Sophia and Kevin have been praised for friendly, well-prepared guiding.

“The trail is very good though want to do the 9 miles. The guide is really nice”

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11.The Best of Seattle and Majestic Snoqualmie Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 8 reviews · 1 day · from $145

Spend a full day touring Seattle and Snoqualmie Falls in a private group with hotel, Airbnb, or cruise-terminal pickup. You’ll visit Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, Lake Washington, the Fremont Troll, Ballard Locks, and Kerry Park, with chocolate tasting included. Guides speak English, Russian, and Persian. Expect a busy schedule and plenty of time in the vehicle.

“Excellent. Covered so much territory, so many sites. Slava the tour guide was an outstanding driver and a great commentator.”

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