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.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Whale Watching Cruise
Local taxes
Friday Harbor Port Fee
Any and All Transportation to/from Friday Harbor, San Juan Island
Gratuities
We do not provide any food or beverage, though guests are wecome to bring their own.
You must take a ferry or float plane to get to Friday Harbor on San Juan Island where our tour departs from. We recommend taking the ferry as a walk on passenger.
Meeting Points
Departure
248 Reuben Memorial Dr
If your tour departs from Roche Harbor, please meet at the boat (M/V Sea Lion) 20 minutes prior to departure time. The boat will be docked between the Lime Kiln Cafe and Madrona Bar and Grill. Roche Harbor is a 20 minute drive from Friday Harbor.
Return
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For maximum safety children under 2 should be in a harness carrier strapped to a parent and remain in the cabin
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Restrooms are available on board the boat
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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San Juan Island is considered one of the best place to view wild orca whales because the surrounding nutrient rich water of the Salish Sea. These nutrients draw all types of marine animals, including large marine mammals like orcas.
Take this Whale watching tour and see orca whales, during peak season we have a 90-95% success rate of spotting orca, minke, humpback and gray whales. What is the best time to see orca whales? Anytime. They are out and about all day. Aside from whales, many other marine mammals like harbor seals and stellar sea lions, as well as various sea birds, bald eagles and some unique terrestrial mammals are all common sightings! You'll definitely 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.
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.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Whale Watching Cruise
Local taxes
Friday Harbor Port Fee
Any and All Transportation to/from Friday Harbor, San Juan Island
Gratuities
We do not provide any food or beverage, though guests are wecome to bring their own.
You must take a ferry or float plane to get to Friday Harbor on San Juan Island where our tour departs from. We recommend taking the ferry as a walk on passenger.
Meeting Points
Departure
248 Reuben Memorial Dr
If your tour departs from Roche Harbor, please meet at the boat (M/V Sea Lion) 20 minutes prior to departure time. The boat will be docked between the Lime Kiln Cafe and Madrona Bar and Grill. Roche Harbor is a 20 minute drive from Friday Harbor.
