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

Thu 24 Oct

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Starting at $135.00

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Thu 24 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)

Isaaih_W

Jul 2020

It was a great experience. Had fun and the weather was beautiful. The guide was on point with everything. Will do it again

Susan Z

Oct 2019

This trip was the best! We saw humpback whales, Orcas, stellar sea lions, porpoises and bald eagles. Alexandria is very knowledgeable. She is also funny.

pctraveler2018

Oct 2019

Great day as we saw a Humpback while we were still in the channel as we had just started our tour. Captain got word of 4 Orcas near the Canadian border and away we went. Amazing that in 90 minutes we had seen so much. Have to compliment the naturalist as she was so passionate and knowledgeable about what she clearly loves to do. She educated us but at the same time made sure we truly enjoyed ourselves.

Response from Host

Oct 2019

Hi pctraveler2018! Thank you so much for your review of your experience out on the water! It sounds like you enjoyed a spectacular day out on the water getting to encounter so much wildlife. Thank you so much for complimenting our naturalist staff, we strive to be the leaders in our industry and it sounds like we met or even exceeded your expectations! Thank you again for your review, we hope to see you again soon! Brian Goodremont and the crew at San Juan Safaris Owner/Operator