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

Tue 29 Apr

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Starting at $135.00

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Tue 29 Apr

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

What To Expect

San Juan Island

San Juan Island is considered one of the best place to view wild orca whales because the surrounding nutrient rich water of the Salish Sea. These nutrients draw all types of marine animals, including large marine mammals like orcas. Take this Whale watching tour and see orca whales, during peak season we have a 90-95% success rate of spotting orca, minke, humpback and gray whales. What is the best time to see orca whales? Anytime. They are out and about all day. Aside from whales, many other marine mammals like harbor seals and stellar sea lions, as well as various sea birds, bald eagles and some unique terrestrial mammals are all common sightings! You'll definitely 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 (728)

bdcrowd

Dec 2015

My wife and I got to enjoy a great whale watching tour with Captain Brian and Naturalist Sarah. The scenery viewed during the boat ride was amazing and we were lucky enough to see 2 humpback whales, a mother and calf. All in all, I would highly recommend this tour to anyone in the area. We plan to do this again in the summer so we can see the resident Orca whales.

Charles M

Dec 2015

Smooth booking process and the tour company delivered on whale watching! I would recommend to a friend. Thank you!

Jacob h

Nov 2015

I've been whale watching all over the U.S. and non have been as spectacular as my trip with San Juan Safaris. Everyone was friendly among our small group aboard the Sea Lion and the crew was very impressive. Captain Brian is an Orca guru! The naturalists on board are incredibly knowledgeable, approachable, and pretty good looking too. They created a personal experience that highlighted not only the whales, but also the enormous variety of mammals, birds, and other wildlife and the ecosystem as a whole. San Juan Safaris is simply the best for visitors of all ages, backgrounds, and watching experience. In sea of choices, the company you choose definitely matters, and San Juan Safaris goes the extra (nautical) mile to be helpful, accommodating, and fun. I couldn't recommend them highly enough. I know I will be back with SJS as soon as I am back in Washington.