Orcas Island Whale Watching

Overview

Small group whale watching tours on some of the fastest boats in the region with GUARANTEED WHALES! See whales with us or come again for FREE.

City: San Juan Islands

Sun 12 Jan

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Starting at $109.00

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Sun 12 Jan

Starting at $109.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

3-4 hour tour

Professional guide

High Speed Vessels

8.1% Washington State sales tax and applicable fees. The taxes and fees are required by the governing authority and not within local supplier's control

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
This tour departs from Orcas Island. The island can only be reached by the Washington State Ferry System. If your party is not already on island we recommend our Anacortes departure location.
Check in begins 30 minutes prior to departure.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
We have limited the passenger loading to 50% of seat capacity and increased our sanitation measures.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (297)

431traceyh

Sep 2017

Fantastic day out on the water watching all sorts of wildlife. We all felt very fortunate that our boat was dazzled by orca whales. They were absolutely beautiful and left us all gasping in awe as three of them swam under our boat. It was an experience that I will never forget. The boat itself was great for viewing from inside or outside on the deck. Our tour guide was wonderful and informative. I highly recommend Outer Island Expeditions for your whale watching adventure!

JTM99966

Sep 2017

This was a wonderful way to see more of the San Juan's. Expedition started on time. We had a great pilot and guide. The historical notes on all the islands we rounded were as interesting as the wildlife. We saw several whales, one of whom came up to say hello just about fifty feet from the boat (don't be concerned about that if you've never been on a whale-watching tour, these fellows are extremely boat friendly - they know the safe distances to sound and dive). Oakley Island (yes, the sunglasses people) has become a preserve of sorts for the exotic animals the family brought in back in the 30's. There are herds of goats and antelopes that have thrived on the island since. This was part of our Honeymoon trip to Orcas, and the entire visit, including this tour, was magical.

lutze786

Sep 2017

Orcas Island whale watching. Embarked at Eastsound, Orcas Island. Whale sightenings were guaranteed, was a bit skeptical, but the promise was kept. Genuinely friendly and knowledgeable staff. Excursion boat accommodated approximately 30 people, upper and closed lower decks. Were very fortunate in whale sightings for over 1 hour. Staff observed all required distance regulations from whales. Observed sea loins and a bald eagle. Overall it was a very pleasant experience. I recommend Outer Island Excursions! Not an activity for small children. If you bring children, bring appropriate clothing. It can be cold.