Whale Watching from Friday Harbor

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San Juan Islands, USA

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Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

  • Whale Watching Cruise
  • Local taxes
  • Friday Harbor Port Fee
  • Meals We do not provide any food or beverage, though guests are wecome to bring their own.
  • Any and All Transportation to/from Friday Harbor, San Juan Island
  • Gratuities
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10 Front Street North
Friday Harbor, WA 98250, USA

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San Juan Island

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.
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4 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • For maximum safety children under 2 should be in a harness carrier strapped to a parent and remain in the cabin
  • Restrooms are available on board the boat
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Whale Watching from Friday Harbor?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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Activity code: C-3053WHALE_F

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Average 4.87 out of 5 stars based on 808 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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  • Whale Watching Cruise
  • Local taxes
  • Friday Harbor Port Fee
  • MealsWe do not provide any food or beverage, though guests are wecome to bring their own.
  • Any and All Transportation to/from Friday Harbor, San Juan Island
  • Gratuities
  • 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.

Additional Info

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • For maximum safety children under 2 should be in a harness carrier strapped to a parent and remain in the cabin
  • Restrooms are available on board the boat
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (PDT).
  • This adventure requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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