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)

Izzy S

Mar 2016

I wrote a review of my first whale watching experience last October, and I decided to come back for a spring adventure. I was told in advance that spring whale sightings are not guaranteed and understood that going into it. The weather was a perfect early spring day, and I spent the entire time on the bow (front) of the boat. We saw more stellar sea lions than i thought possible and an eagle grab a sea gull mid-flight!! Naturalists Sarah and Kevin kept us informed of all wildlife and even the geologic history of the islands. Even though we did not see whales, I learned a tremendous amount of knowledge about the Salish Sea and its creatures. Captain Mike brought us to locations the average person never sees, which helped demonstrate the uniqueness of the San Juan islands and the variation that exists among them. It's also wonderful to meet new people from all over the world, young and old, sharing a common interest. I look forward to a future trip again soon.

eecline

Jan 2016

This was hands down one of the most magical experiences of my life. Not only did we see residential whales, we also saw transient pods! It was an amazing adventure. As if whale watching in itself isn't grand enough, the captain, Gabe Wilson, took the experience to the next level. He knew the waters, found the whales took us on an amazing adventure all while respecting the rules and laws of the water and the environment of the whales. We learned SO MUCH from Gabe and his naturalist (Kat, I believe). What a great team - they were passionate, smart, knowledgeable and aware. This boat ride could not have been better. Thank you, Captain Gabe!

Morgan J

Dec 2015

Went on the San Juan Safaris Trip for my birthday in August. Not only did we see a whole pod of whales, but the staff on board Erick and Mike were hilarious, knowledgeable and happy to answer questions.