Charter Flights – Kenmore Air Seaplanes
Our floatplane charter flights are the foundation our business is built on: Taking our guests where they want to go, when they want to go.
Find your spot, fly on your schedule
Custom Kenmore Air charter flights are available from our seaplane terminals on Lake Union and on Lake Washington and can be taken to a variety of unique destinations from private beaches to waterfront lodges to island adventures. We would love to chat with you about your private getaway.
Contact our Kenmore Air Charters team at 866.359.2842 or at [email protected] to inquire.
Kenmore Air Seaplane Charter Flights
Available in four different sizes and are only flown by Kenmore Air pilots. We fly seaplane charter flights during daylight hours as per the Visual Flight Rules (VFR), which means our seaplane operations usually end just after 7 p.m. All seaplanes are positioned back to the Kenmore Air Harbor in the evening.
- de Havilland Beaver (piston) / 6 total seats, 5 window seats
- de Havilland Beaver (turbine) / 7 window seats
- de Havilland Otter (turbine) / 10 window seats
Where will you go next?
AMAZING PICNIC LOCATIONS
Sucia Island • Lake Isabel • Cutts Island • Matia Island
Fly into a remote beach, hop off the plane and enjoy a few hours of remote serenity. Bring a picnic or some refreshments or just enjoy nature as served.
Sucia Island
The northernmost of the San Juan Islands, this horseshoe-shaped island is accessible only by boat and is considered the crown jewel of the state’s marine parks.
- Sandstone formations
- 25 picnic sites, 5 shelters
- 10 miles of hiking trails
There are no services on the island, which is known for its beautiful green water and forested hiking trails.
Lake Isabel
This lake is located in the Central Cascades just north of Gold Bar, and while it isn’t technically a secret, there’s no hiking trail leading there so it’s tough to access. Well, unless you arrive on a floatplane.
- Elevation of 2,900 feet
- Fishing for lake trout
- Look for “secret” canoe stash
Finding your way to a place you can’t hike to let alone drive is a special way to spend an afternoon.
Cutts Island
You’ll find a perfect day at the beach on this tiny little island west of Gig Harbor in the Carr Inlet. The island itself is just 2 acres with a sandy beach accessible at low tide and a clay butte that is topped with trees.
- Picnic areas, but no potable water
- Also known as Deadman’s Island
- Good beach for butter clams
Located just a half-mile northwest of Kopachuk State Park this is a perfect spot for an afternoon on the beach.
Matia Island
The majority of this island is closed to the public to provide undisturbed habitat for wildlife. Hiking is restricted to the 1.2-mile trail, which provides a glimpse of old-growth island forest habitat that is found in only a very few places in the region.
- Six campsites, picnic site
- Explore the coast along Rolfe Bay
- No campfires or wood collecting
The pristine state of Matia Island gives you a chance to see the San Juans in their natural state.
MILESTONE BIRTHDAY DESTINATIONS
Alderbrook Resort • Captain Whidbey • Roche Harbor • Eastsound
Celebrate your weekend at a Washington State Waterfront Lodge.
Alderbrook Resort
A top-tier luxury spa, this resort sits on the shores of the Hood Canal with the Olympic Mountains providing an incredible backdrop. You can smell cedar in the air and eagles fly overhead, making it an unmistakably Northwest experience.
- Shore-to-table dining
- World-class golf course
- 5 miles of hiking trails
When you board one of our floatplanes, your weekend escape starts the moment you leave the dock.
Captain Whidbey Inn
Nestled in an old growth forest that is beautifully rugged, Captain Whidbey is a wonderful mix of both old and new. The lodge dates back to 1907, and the inn offers idiosyncratic cabins or the Lagoon Rooms with their 20th Century modern design.
- Visit Ebey’s Landing
- Overlooking Penn Cove
- Relax into the charming history
Step off your seaplane, onto the dock and walk into a different world that feels slower and more honest.
Roche Harbor
San Juan Island is home to the state’s longest continuously operating hotel, the Roche Harbor Resort. The incredible craftsmanship embodied by the clapboard construction is complemented by the modern amenities of a luxury spa.
- Enjoy a sunset from the harbor
- Visit the historic Hotel de Haro
- Doughnuts from the Lime Kiln Cafe
Visit a piece of history that has hosted everyone from John Wayne to former president Teddy Roosevelt.
Eastsound
Located at the heart of Orcas Island, the largest of the San Juans, Eastsound gives you access to everything from heading out on the water to watch for whales or taking a hike up Mt. Constitution, which is the highest point in the archipelago.
- Shop and dine in Eastsound Village
- Hike Turtleback Summit
- Visit Orcas Island Winery
The variety of activities makes it easy to see why Orcas Island is often referred to as the gem of the San Juans.
Contact Us About Charter Flights
Charter flight quotes are available by contacting our team at 866.359.2842, [email protected], or via the form on this page.
CHECK-IN (CHARTERS)
- International charter flight check-in must be completed at least 45 minutes prior to scheduled departure due to US Homeland Security regulations, passports required.
- Domestic charter flight check-in must be completed at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time
DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS (CHARTERS)
- A Passport Book is required for all passengers on international routes, including lap infants. See International Travel.
- Government-issued photo ID is required for adult passengers on domestic routes. Proof of age is required for Lap Infants on domestic routes.
CHANGES & CANCELLATION (CHARTERS)
A credit card is required to secure all charter bookings. The balance due is charged in full (21) days prior to the first flight date or at the time of booking, whichever is last.
CHANGES
- Any changes to a booked charter — whether of date, time, aircraft type, party size, route, stand-by time, or other parameters — will be accommodated without additional charge at Kenmore Air’s sole discretion. Clients acknowledge at time of booking that changes may result in additional charges.
CANCELLATION
- Charters may be canceled without penalty up to fourteen (14) days prior to the flight date.
- Cancellations made between one (1) and fourteen (14) days prior to flight date are subject to a penalty of 25% of the total charter charge.
- Same-day cancellation (less than 24 hours prior to departure) or no-show results in full forfeiture of the charter charge.
