SAN JUAN ISLAND WHALE WATCHING TOURS
An unforgettable experience of breathtaking natural beauty in the pristine waters of the Pacific Northwest
Classic Whale Watch & Wildlife Tour @ Friday Harbor
- 3-4 hours on the water
- Departs from Friday Harbor
- Marine Naturalist(s) for questions
- Heated inside the cabin area
- Comfortable restroom(s)
- Great for families and small kids
Adult: $125.00
Child: $89.00
Adventure Whale Watch & Wildlife Tour @ Friday Harbor
- Almost water-level views
- Smallest vessel in the fleet
- Fast, safe, and comfortable
- Provided warm suits keep you comfy & dry
- Restroom on board
- 360° walk around viewing deck
Adult: $150.00
Child: $150.00
Classic Whale Watch & Wildlife Tour @ Roche Harbor
- 3-4 hours on the water
- Departs from Roche Harbor
- Marine Naturalist(s) for questions
- Heated inside the cabin area
- Comfortable restroom(s)
- Great for families and small kids
Adult: $125.00
Child: $89.00
Getting Here
Traveling to the San Juan Islands
What to bring
Make sure you bring all of the essentials
Whale watching FAQ
Answers to some common questions
Why Us?
Dive into our history and team
Around the island
Things in our spectacular hometown
Conservation
Our commitment to the environment
OUR SPECTACULAR BACKDROP
The San Juan Islands
There's nowhere else in the world quite like the San Juan Islands.
Located just a few hours from downtown Seattle by car and ferry (or an even shorter plane ride), the San Juan Islands are home to a thriving population of majestic orca whales.
Orca Whales live, play, and raise their young in the waters of the Haro Strait near San Juan Island, Washington. In the spring, summer, and fall they ply the calm, cold, clear waters of the San Juan Islands, following the schools of Pacific salmon returning to the rivers where they were born. From mid-April until the beginning of October there's no better place to see orca whales than the San Juan Islands.
In addition to whale watching, there's plenty to do in Friday Harbor and the rest of the San Juan Islands, including sea kayaking, hiking, and biking. You'll also find plenty of local farms, vineyards, and farm-to-table restaurants to visit!
What Have We Been Seeing Lately?
Whale Report Blog
Curious about what we have been seeing out on the water? Our Marine Naturalists love talking about wildlife on and off the water! Check out our daily Whale Report to read about the wildlife we have been seeing on our tours as we move through every season in the Salish Sea.