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

Sun 27 Oct

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Starting at $135.00

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Sun 27 Oct

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)

Joey M

Aug 2016

San Juan Safaris was the best whale watching tour I have ever been on in my life. The experience was seamless from start to finish and every staff member I interacted with was wonderful. The guides, Sarah and Hannah were extremely knowledgable and really were super passionate about their jobs which was very energizing. The Captain Mike was also cool. Would highly recommend them as a must do on your San Juan vacation.

Christine F

Aug 2016

My husband & I took the sunset whale watching cruise and it was incredible. Not only did we see the majestic Orcas but the crew and captain were amazing. Hanna and Sarah were our naturalists and they kept us informed and entertained the whole 4+ hours, making sure our questions were answered and providing us blankets so we stayed warm on the bow, our preferred place to sit. Captain Mike, I'm sure, went further than planned so that we could see the beautiful Orcas. He was very respectful in keeping the right distance of the whales and yet assuring we got the best views. We would highly recommend using San Juan Safaris because of their knowledge of marine mammals in the San Juans as well as the great care of their passengers. My husband and I will surely be back!

jzaf

Aug 2016

Just came back from a thrilling, adrenaline filled whale watching tour on the smooth, fast "Kestrel" vessel... Our naturalist, Lauren and owner Brian were a lot of fun, informative and made the entire family experience terrific! We saw Minke Whales, Grey Whales, Bald Eagles, Harbor Seals and a rare Sea Lion!! Highly recommend!