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 20 Dec

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Starting at $135.00

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Sat 20 Dec

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)

Laura S

Aug 2014

I highly recommend whale watching with San Juan Safaris. The boat is the perfect size, not too big & not too small...meaning you are not on board with a huge crowd of people, yet the boat is big enough to have a bathroom! The naturalists are very friendly and well educated on the sights and area. You will not go wrong with choosing this tour!

annies331

Aug 2014

I could not be more pleased with our whale watching trip run by San Juan Safaris. The staff was funny and really knowledgeable, and they did a great job of finding the orcas! We rented their smaller boat and had our own private party. Being able to bring our own food and drinks on the boat made it such a luxurious trip. Thanks!!

Kevin F

Aug 2014

By far the best thing we did in the PNW!! The boat was in great condition, and the crew were all very pleasant and informative. First we came upon 2 humpback whales and watched them for a bit. Then our crew were able to find all 3 pods of whales, and maneuver the boat for a spectacular view. It was a nice sunny day but while the boat was in motion it did get a little cool, the boat was equipped with perfect little blankets for each person. We saw so many different whales and groups, and our last and biggest surprise was having a whale breach the water 3 times in a row near the boat!! Thanks again, would recommend this company to anyone!