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)

MeepMeep114

May 2019

I would highly recommend this company for whale watching. However we didn’t see orcas but our tour guide Sarah was friendly, knowledgeable and very accommodating. She gave us blankets and went around often to check on everyone and gave information on the wildlife and what views we were seeing. I was very pleased with the company how I stopped in earlier in the day and they held our bags before our excursion and after.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Hi MeepMeep114! Thank you so much for your kind words! We are sorry that you didn't see orcas, but we are so glad that you got to enjoy some of the other wildlife that our region has to offer. We will pass along your kudos to Sarah, all of our Naturalists work hard to make sure that our guests have the best experience possible out on the water, and it sounds like you had a great experience! Thank you so much for joining us out in the water, we hope to see you again soon! Brian Goodremont Owner & Operator San Juan Safaris

denisegravitt

May 2019

Wasn’t sure what to expect… But was absolutely thrilled. Alexandria and Piper were so enthusiastic and so full of information. You could tell they really had a passion for what they were doing and it showed in the way they interacted with the guests throughout the day. Captain Brian was it expert sailor and got us out to the whales swiftly and safely. He was sure to follow the requirements in adhering to the distance we had to stay from the whales to protect them. He allow ample time for us to observe the whale. He also stopped along the way to point out other sea life in the area. Wonderful experience

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Hi Denise! Thank you so much for reaching out to share your experience. It sounds like you had a great day out on the water. It is always a pleasure to share the boat with passionate crew, and Alexandria and Piper do a lovely job sharing information about this amazing ecosystem! Thank you for acknowledging our respectful operation around whales and other wildlife. We work very hard to make sure that we are abiding by all guidelines and federal laws, and have been recognized as leaders within the industry. Thank you so much for joining us, hope to see you again soon! Brian Goodremont Owner & Operator San Juan Safaris

Suzanne K

May 2019

Thank you so much for going out of your way to find those Orcas for us! Best experience ever! If you are looking to go whale watching in the San Juan Islands do NOT go anywhere else but San Juan Safaris.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

Hi Suzanne! Thank you so much for your kind words! I am so happy that we were able to find some orcas for you. Thank you again, hope to see you again soon Brian Goodremont Owner & Operator San Juan Safaris