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)

Rachel N

Nov 2015

I booked a tour in early November for a 12-person offsite and received fantastic service from start to finish. This was my second time working with the San Juan Safaris team (the first was for a group of ~30 in August 2013) and I cannot recommend them highly enough. Captain Brian, Emily, Sarah, and the rest of the staff were very responsive and Emily in particular was great in helping me arrange lunch and flights through Kenmore Air. When inclement weather forced us to reschedule, they were really accommodating and quickly fixed a new date. My team came back with many wildlife sightings, including 2 types of whales, and lots of gorgeous photos. Thanks, SJS!

Colleen M

Nov 2015

We had a great time out on the water. The boat was great and the captain steered us right to the whales. Erick, the naturalist, helped point out specific whales, pointed out other wildlife, and gave us guides to learn more about the wildlife. Overall, wonderful experience!

Karen M

Nov 2015

The naturalist and boat driver knew where to look for the whales! Erick was a very knowledgeable naturalist.