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

Mon 28 Oct

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Starting at $135.00

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Mon 28 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)

Fiona W

Jun 2018

I had the pleasure of joining a few trips with this awesome company. Every time the crew were attentive, extremely knowledagable and most importantly respectful around the wildlife. I was lucky enough to see both transients and the southern residents as well a humpback whale and plenty of porpoises. I really enjoyed that after an orca sighting the crew would come round to each group or family on the boat and show them the individual animals from the sighting, Igniting lots of questions and discussions with all onboard ! I couldn’t recommend this company more highly !!!

David P

Jun 2018

An overall excellent experience! Each staff member is helpful, knowledgeable and passionate about what they do. Leadership is obviously customer oriented. Boats are well maintained, fast, clean and stable. Binaculars available. Bring your zoom lense! The crew put us in sight of orcas for the majority of the tour. Highly recommended!

Response from Host

Jun 2018

Hi David- Wow! Thank you for your kind words. You are correct in saying that we are very customer oriented. It's our #1 goal to provide a great guest experience with passion and knowledge. Be sure to visit us again in the future! Thanks very much, Brian Goodremont Owner & Operator San Juan Safaris

philip_tanis

Jun 2018

Wow. What a trip!! The sunset tour on the Sea Lion was fantastic! Not only was Captain Pete, on top of his game, but the first mate Alexandria and naturalist Jordan, were enthusiastic and extremely knowledgeable of the wildlife and surrounding area. They all truly have a passion for what they do, and we’re extremely appropriate and respectful of the wildlife. This was the cherry on top for our honeymoon and highly recommend for couples and families!