Seattle · WHALE WATCHING & SAN JUAN ISLANDS
4 reviewed
Think of this as the shortlist we would send a friend: the 4 whale watching & san juan islands tours worth booking, each with its price, its traveller verdict, and the one thing to know before you commit.
A 4-hour whale and wildlife cruise from Seattle’s Pier 69, with onboard naturalists, Salish Sea sightings, and flexible routing.
“Not only did we see Orca, we saw a family pod of Biggs Transients. We even got to see them hunt! Our captains, support staff, and naturalist guide were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. 10/10 would go again!”
Seattle’s Pier 69 whale watch aboard FRS Clipper in the Salish Sea with orcas, humpbacks, and a naturalist plus snacks on board.
“A bit underwhelming since we didn’t see many whales. There was just one whale roaming and not enough time.”
Fly from Seattle by seaplane to the San Juan Islands in a small group, with island time, Puget Sound views, and aerial landmarks.
“Lots of fun. Amazing to have a view from the air. We only flew at 900 ft so we could get great views of everything.”
Guided kayak to Hope Island Marine State Park from Arcadia Point, with wildlife spotting and trail time for $89.
“This kayak tour was such a blast! We spent about three hours out on the water in a double kayak, and it was the perfect pace, not too rushed, but never boring. The stop at Hope Island was a nice break, and it was cool to get out and wander around before heading back. Ross and Doug were awesome guides, super friendly, laid-back, and full of good stories. They made the whole trip feel easy and fun, and you could tell they really enjoy what they do. All in all, it was just a really fun experience and a great way to spend the day. I’d definitely recommend it if…”
