Whale Watching from Friday Harbor

Overview

The best orca whale watching is from Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, just an easy day trip adventure from downtown Seattle. The San Juan Islands are considered the "jewel" of the Pacific Northwest, located in the Puget Sound.

City: San Juan Islands

Wed 25 Dec

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Starting at $135.00

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Wed 25 Dec

Starting at $135.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Whale Watching Cruise

Local taxes

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For maximum safety children under 2 should be in a harness carrier strapped to a parent and remain in the cabin
"Special Limited" tour not recommended for child aged 13 and under
Restrooms are available on board the boat
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
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
50% capacity on vessels

What To Expect

San Juan Island

San Juan Island is considered the best place to view orca whales because the salmon, which are their prime source of food (about 95% of what they eat), travel up and down the west coast of San Juan Island and outlying areas. Take this Whale watching tour and see orca whales which has been viewed on over 90% of the tours with the possibility of spotting minke, humpback and gray whales to be higher. What is the best time to see orca whales? Anytime. They are out and about all day. You will be guaranteed see marine mammals and come back with memories to last a lifetime! Enjoy the beauty of San Juan Island on an exclusive Whale Watch Cruise from Friday Harbor. Sail aboard the fast, new 55 foot MV Sea Lion (with windowed, heated cabin, which seats up to 24 guests). 40 or fewer guest aboard this comfortable boat with walk around deck.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (660)

JuhaM147

Jul 2022

We saw two orcas on several occasions during the cruise in addition to the bald eagle, blue heron, turkey vulture, harbor seal and sea lion. Great crew. Recommended!

Ashleigh_P

Jul 2022

Wow! What an incredible 2 days with San Juan Safaris. Firstly, I’d waited from the age of 7 to visit the islands and see orcas. My first trip we didn’t see orcas but we did see HUMPBACKS which just so incredible. The onboard crew were just so kind and knowledgeable. We saw an abundance of porpoise, eagles, seals it was such a lovely day. Second trip I’d heard the rumour that orcas had been spotted nearby and went straight away to book a trip. The staff remembered me from the previous trip and I booked on the next available trip out. It was an absolute dream. I finally saw orcas and we had a fun time watching the sea-lions too. My boyfriend was inspired by captain Eric and he now has a moustache too!! Honestly the crew were so knowledgeable, answered every question we all had and just had such a clear passion for the wildlife. It was the best day of my life and I can’t recommend trips with these guys enough.

Jenny_S

Jul 2022

Very knowledgeable and friendly captain and crew. We learned a great deal about the Islands and whales. We also saw some Orcas on our trip! The boat wasn’t overcrowded so there were plenty of places to move around. We highly recommend this whale watching company!