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)

4travelingbears

Jun 2018

Once in a lifetime experience to get up close with Orcas in the wild. Their boat is the perfect size, allowing us to get close while still providing shelter from the wind during the transit to and from viewing grounds. Entire staff was friendly and knowledgeable. We viewed one of the local Orca pods and sea lions.

Response from Host

Jun 2018

Many thanks for your kind review, and your your kudos of your staff and crew. We strive to provide a comfortable family oriented wildlife viewing experience. As a father with elementary school-aged children, I certainly understand the importance of a family inclusive adventure. Be sure to look us up again in the future when you find yourself in the PNW. Brian Goodremont Owner & Operator San Juan Safaris

marc l

Jun 2018

Although there are no guarantees, our three hour high speed adventure yielded about one hour of watching a pod of transient orcas. The rest of the time was filled with seals, porpoises,eagles and a ton of wonderful education from a talented pleasant staff. Great time 10 am 6/19/18!! Thank you

DL M

Jun 2018

My wife and I booked this trip for our 1-year anniversary. We both wanted to go whale watching and as we both had never seen an orca before, we thought this would be great. And it was. The boat ride around the island was worth it alone. We didn't see any orcas but we did see a few humpback whales, porpoises, a minke whale and a few sea lions. The staff and crew were all great and friendly, and it was just a nice trip. We would absolutely recommend.