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

Sat 26 Oct

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Starting at $135.00

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Sat 26 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)

Jackie K

May 2016

Just got back from whale watching with San Juan Safaris. It took a while but we were able to see the whole J pod of orcas. We also saw seals and sea lions. The naturalist on board were very knowledgeable about the animals and the area. Overall, It was a great day!! I would 110% return!!

victoriangeles

May 2016

My six-year old kindergartner did so well this year and brought such a great report home that I decided to treat him to a wonderful experience. He loves animals and is very curious about anything that God has created. So, I decided to start a tradition and told him that every year when he brings home a great report card, he and Grammie will take a very special trip. He met another six year old and, together, they followed the marine biologist around asking questions. He had the best time!!! Thank you for giving him such a wonderful first time experience watching whales and all the wild animals we saw on the way back. It really was (as he put it) "whale awesome"!!!

Diane D

May 2016

Wow , what a great fun day ! Would do again I. A heart beat. Sarah was amazing. Her enthusiasm was so appreciated. She is so knowledgable We were lucky to see so many Eagles sea lions and humpback whales. Thank you captain Bryan also. Our whole party says thank you !