Whale Watching Tour from Anacortes

698 Reviews 4.87 out of 5 stars Based on 698 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 98% of reviewers | San Juan Islands, USA

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Overview

No ferry required! Small group whale watching tours on the some of the fastest boats in the region with GUARANTEED WHALES. See whales with us or come again for FREE.

What's Included

  • 3-4 hour tour
  • High Speed Vessels
  • 8.5% Washington State sales tax and applicable fees.
  • Gratuities
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2201 Skyline Way
Anacortes, WA 98221, USA

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What To Expect

Our smaller, faster vessels take you out for whales and wildlife. Anacortes is a short drive from Bellingham and Birch Bay and is about 1.5hrs from Seattle. No ferry needed! We head out into the San Juans and Canadian Gulf islands to search for Orca, Humpbacks, Grays and Minkes. We see whales on 98% of our trips! We also see many other varieties of wildlife including porpoises, seals, sea lions, sea birds and otters. We also customize Private Charters and can add fishing, kayaking, island hopping and more!

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please note that this tour departs from Anacortes (90 minutes north of Seattle)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

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Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?

A: As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Whale Watching Tour from Anacortes. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat. Read more Dec 2022

Cancellation Policy

This adventure is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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4.87
698 reviews

Average 4.87 out of 5 stars based on 698 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures® and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • 3-4 hour tour
  • High Speed Vessels
  • 8.5% Washington State sales tax and applicable fees.
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please note that this tour departs from Anacortes (90 minutes north of Seattle)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 49 travelers

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This adventure is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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