SAN JUAN ISLANDS · WHALE WATCHING
The trips worth booking.
The 5 san juan islands whale watching tours travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.
Half-day orca cruise from Friday Harbor to San Juan Island, small boat, heated cabin, and strong peak-season spotting odds.
Most Popular“This was my favorite experience in Washington. The boat ride was smooth with plenty of room for everyone. The naturalist were awesome and very informative. We saw "Big Mama" the humpback whale and her calf. We also saw an Orca pod. I loved this trip and my 5yr old enjoyed it also.”
3-hour Anacortes orca cruise with naturalist guides, fast boats, and whale and wildlife sightings guaranteed Apr–early Sep.
“It is cold for older folks, We had 3 layers and still we were still cold. Put on your warmer clothes and bring a raincoat if in October.”
Fast Orcas Island whale cruise with resident killer whale sightings, pro naturalists, and lots of extra ocean wildlife in 3.5 hours.
“We had an awesome trip, saw stellar sea lions, humpback whales, and a lot of Orcas!! Ginny and Beau were great!”
Small-group whale watching off Orcas Island. $119 for 3.5 hours, pro guide, and a second trip if you don’t spot whales.
“Despite the frigid weather, it was a lovely experience. We saw a humpback breach, and a pod of Orcas. Great day”
Orca-only cruise from Orcas Island to search for Bigg’s killer whales, led by a marine naturalist, with restroom on board and high-speed travel.
“Hunter guided us like the pro he is on the water. We were blessed and saw multiple orcas up close!!”
Every coast with a season worth booking, port by port.
