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)

Billenium1111

Jun 2019

What a great trip, tour guides where knowledgeable and even though its not a guarantee on the whales we got to see 3. An Orac and 2 Humpbacks along with other wild life in the area. Great Time thank you to our Tour guides.

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Hi Billenium1111! Thank you so much for your kind review! It sounds like you had an amazing day out on the water full of so much wildlife. I'll make sure to pass your compliments on to the crew! Hope to see you again, thank you for joining us! Brian Goodremont Owner & Operator San Juan Safaris

Grantcarrillowwu

Jun 2019

I had an amazing time riding with San Juan safaris. Their passion and energy helped make the trip so much more than just watching whales, it was comfortable and exciting. 10/10 staff and 10/10 trip

Response from Host

Jul 2019

Hi Grantcarrillowwu! Thank you so much for your kind review. We love our staff and we happen to think that they are 10/10 as well! It sounds like you had an awesome time and got to see some great wildlife! Thanks again, come see us again! Brian Goodremont Owner & Operator San Juan Safaris

Brian M

Jun 2019

We went out on the 16th. We decided on the faster adventure boat and had the best time!!!! We enjoyed the fast boat because it gave us more time to enjoy the sights in between stops. Our crew was Captain Gabe and Olivia the Naturalist. They were top notch. Super friendly and professional. During our trip we saw 2 Humpback Whales, an Orca, Bald Eagles, Harbor Seals and Porpoises. The highlight was watching an Orca play with a fishing buoy. We even got to see him slap his tail. We had an amazing time that we will never forget.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Hi Brian! Thank you so much for your kind review! We are so happy that you had a nice time on Kestrel with Olivia and Captain Gabe, we think they're top notch too. It sounds like to got to see a little bit of everything out on the water, orcas and humpbacks?!? What a day! We loved having you out on the water, come see us again next time you're in the area. Brian Goodremont Owner & Operator San Juan Safaris