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

Fri 25 Oct

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Starting at $135.00

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Fri 25 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)

Becca B

Nov 2015

This trip was fantastic! I was able to go on two different tours and both boats were great. The naturalist were very knowledgeable and friendly. We saw whales and a lot of other wild life. I would definitely book again.

CoraBora114

Nov 2015

This was our first time to San Juan Island and we enjoyed every bit of the trip. By far, the most noteworthy activity was this whale watching tour! We lucked out booking this last minute, not really knowing what to expect, especially with the weather. It really worked out well - and not only was the weather absolutely gorgeous (we went Labor Day weekend) but there were PLENTY of humpback whale sightings, including a rather close one coming directly towards the boat and swimming under us! Lots of action! We also saw several porpoises swimming around and a chubby seal perched on a rock near land, soaking in the rays. Captain Gabe was a lot of fun and a really great host, as were the other naturalists on board. We would definitely do this again! In fact, we may just make this an annual trip. Kid-friendly, medium size boat, not too crowded - would recommend to anyone!

Judy P

Nov 2015

We took the tour on November 1, 2015 and it was near the end of the season but we seen the most spectacular sightings with 2 pods of whales, a small calf and the whales were breaching the water like salmon swimming up stream. It was almost spiritual. The crew did a great job and the naturalists love these animals so much it was interesting and I loved watching the naturalists be as excited as I was watching these beautiful creatures. Thank you so much...wow is all I can say...!