At seattle orca whale watching in partnership with san juan safaris we take great pride in providing you with the best orca whale watching and wildlife tours in the pacific northwest. Most likely whales december if you like it more crisp and winterly, norway and iceland are the perfect options. Spend a day with orcas, humpback, minke whales and more as you cruise through the waters of the salish sea aboard five stars sleek, 40passenger vessel on a victoria whale watching adventure. Save 10% by reserving your whale watch wildlife cruise and sea kayak tour at the same time.
See orcas, humpback whales, and all the majestic wildlife throughout the salish sea on our tour out of edmonds just a few minutes north of seattle. With a donation or an adoption of a whale you can help to make the world a place where whales and dolphins are free and safe. This west seattle beach is a popular spot for seals and their pups, leading to the presence of biggs or transient orcas. Get up close with the orca whales off the san juan islands near seattle on this 4hour whalewatching cruise. From seattle, you have a few options for responsible whale watching tours. One of the local favorites is the puget sound express, which has been operating for 34 years. My birthday is in december and i am pretty set on taking a trip within the same month of my birthday. She is 98 long, 30 wide with a cruise speed of over 25 knots. San juan island is considered the best place to view orca whales because. Mar 11, 2017 gray whale watching with whidbey island stop. The waters just north of seattle are home to some of the largest collection of whales anywhere in the world. Our guides and naturalists work to create educational, fun, and engaging tours that provide our guests with memories to last a lifetime.
An insiders guide to seattle gray whale watching 12. Enjoy the experience of a lifetime with seattle s only halfday, guaranteed whale watching tour. The best orca whale watching is from friday harbor, san juan island, just an easy day trip adventure from downtown seattle. Biggs orcas differ from the resident orca pods that follow the salmon chum runs, as they eat mammals. See orcas, humpback whales, minke whales, gray whales and all the majestic wildlife in the salish sea on our tour departing from edmonds just minutes north of downtown seattle. The southern resident community of killer whales are generally in the waters surrounding san juan island june through september. For the best whale watching in seattle, enjoy the beauty of san juan island on a whale watching cruise from friday harbor, a quaint town on the island. Our guides and naturalists work to create educational, fun, and engaging tours that. With 3 generations of family dedication and experience, we guarantee youll see whales or your next trip is free. Local news and information for seattle, washington and surrounding areas. Weve rounded up five incredible whalewatching spots along the pacific, from alaska to hawaii. Last year the closest operator left from edmonds and did offer hotel pick up in seattle. Save 10% whale watching and sea kayaking combo package. The biggest whale draw in baja is the magdalena bay nursery, where gray whales come to give birth and nurse their young.
We are planning a trip to seattle and vancouver in september and would, of course, love to go whalewatching. Available march through october, this fullday whale watching tour package includes a scenic 45minute seaplane flight from seattles lake union to friday harbor marina on san juan island. Its also considered the best place to view orca whales. See orcas, humpback whales, gray whales, and a broad array of wildlife in the san juan. Best time to whale watch in seattle seattle message board. Ferry strikes, injures humpback whale near seattle. San juan island is considered the best place to view orca whales because of the large salmon population, which is their primary food source.
The san juan islands are considered the jewel of the pacific northwest, located in the puget sound. San juan excursions rates and schedules whale watching seattle. Orca whales range through the san juan islands the most between march and october and you can expect to see them on the vast majority of our tours during that time, although we do have sightings throughout the year. Enjoy the experience of a lifetime with seattles only halfday, guaranteed whale watching tour. Best time to whale watch in seattle seattle forum tripadvisor. The calm waters near the san juan islands are one of the best places in the world to view wild orcas. Gila river rafting, birding, and eco tour for one, two, or four at pacific nw float trips up to 47% off. But its important to choose your guide service carefully, as many boats get intrusively close to the whales during whats obviously a delicate time recently, scientists presented evidence at the international marine conservation congress that whale watching boat trips can. San juan excursions whale watching seattle seattle washington. Memorial day through late august we offer whale watching at sunset. Juvenile humpback whale beached, researchers collecting data. To download the full whaleplanner as a graphic, please just click this link and save the graphic on the next page.
The 5 best places to see the winter humpback whale migration. Reservations were simple as were directions and info about the trip. Best time to whale watch in seattle seattle message. Orca whale watching in the san juan islands island adventures. See orcas, humpback whales, minke whales, gray whales and all the majestic wildlife in the salish sea on our tour departing from edmonds. Going whalewatching in september the seattle times. Humpback whale beached in west seattle 872016 youtube. Whale watching tour seattleedmonds october 9, 2016. Our coast guard inspected vessels travel farther and faster than other tours, allowing you the best chance to see whales and other wildlife. Jan 27, 2015 the 5 best places to see the winter humpback whale migration hawaii, mexico, and california are hot spots for viewing the marine mammals on their annual journey. Just a 90mile drive from downtown seattle, anacortes is a convenient starting point for your wildlife adventure no ferry required. Does anyone know if this is a good time to whale watch. The beach is a popular spot for seals and their pups to rest, making it a draw for orcas as well. I want to go whale watching, i was looking into the san juan islands off the coast of washington state, but evidently whale watching sucks in december.
Usa whale watching in december seattle message board. Seattle ap a gray whale carcass washed ashore on bainbridge island west of seattle on tuesday. December has been great to us again this year, and ironically the hot spots this month have been either really close to home puget sound or way out near victoria, in canada. Get up close with the orca whales off the san juan islands near seattle on this 4hour whale watching cruise. Wpz supporters and coalition orca relief citizens alliance. The whaleplanner january a whale watching infographic. Whale watching near seattle western prince whale watching. Thank you to all the people who made it a great experience. Washington states best whale watching value and best spot north of seattle to see gray whales in the wild. Whale watching seattle or victoria eagle wing tours.
Seattle, juneau, skagway, ketchikan, victoria, seattle. A group on a whale watching boat out of lahaina, maui, gets a close look at a breaching humpback whale. San juan island is where the southern resident killer whales live about six months out of the year, from midapril to october. One year of whale watching in just one infographic. Guaranteed whale watching tours puget sound express. Cruises from seattle 20202021 save up to 39% dreamlines.
For the best whalewatching in seattle, enjoy the beauty of san juan island on a whalewatching cruise from friday harbor, a quaint town on the island. Download our whale watching brochure to learn out about whale swimming. Whale watching seattle and whale watching washington are commonly associated with whale watching in the san juan islands. In the winter we watch nearly 25,000 gray whales from middecember through. February is also a good time to see the big whales around the baja california, mexico. Sail through breathtaking deception pass, and travel through the protected waters of the salish sea, while trained naturalists educate passengers about the remarkable ecosystem and its wildlife with a focus on whale and sealife conservation. Whale watching from friday harbor seattle, usa activities. Seattle ap the central puget sound regional transit authority filed a. Nov 27, 2018 this west seattle beach is a popular spot for seals and their pups, leading to the presence of biggs or transient orcas. An awesome boat ride with friendly and educated hosts. When you join san juan safaris on a whale watching tour, youll have a great chance to observe orca whales in their natural environment. Go here from your mobile device and click your account to create a user login.
An informative guided tour of seattle covering all the famous attractions, including a 2hour stop at pike place market and admission to the top of the space needle. Id prefer to see orcas and i heard they might be around that area in april. The island explorer 5 is simply the best whale watching vessel anywhere. And as i dont drive, is there a way i can go to seattle. See orcas, humpback whales, minkes, and all the majestic wildlife in the san juan islands departing just 15 minutes north of downtown seattle. The whaleplanner february a whale watching infographic. Seattle whale watching tours the seattle metros only halfday whale watching tour.
San juan excursions whale watching seattle seattle. Our coast guard inspected vessels travel farther and faster than other tours, allowing you the best chance to see whales. While whales and wildlife call the waters around san juan island home all year. Yes, victoria is just a short 45 minute float plane ride from downtown seattle with kenmore air offering multiple daily departures throughout the year. Whale watching for one, two, or four at orcas island whale watch up to 59% off. This was as good a whale watching experience as you could ask for. San juan island 90 miles north of seattle is the best place for orca whale watching as we are located in the heart of salish sea. Why dont you offer whale watch and wildlife tours in december and january. Sw looking for more spots on the shore that are good for whale watching. The roasted chicken was very flavorful, and the harissa sauce excellent. Anacortes is our flagship location where island adventures first began back in 1996. Usa whale watching in december seattle forum tripadvisor. The whale appeared to be an adult and had been dead for a while, said michael milstein.
Generally, summer months will offer more opportunities to see orcas from more whale watching companies whale watching tours do not at this point, leave from downtown seattle. My dates are flexible but i would prefer to go in april. Providing high quality tours for over 30 years, we are the longest operating whale watch company in the san juan islands 90 miles north of seattle, and with that experience, we make every one of our tours a unique adventure. So much information about the whales that you couldnt help but feel a part of the family. Flights leave seattle in the morning and return in the early evening, and vary slightly depending on the time of the year. Jun 09, 2016 the waters just north of seattle are home to some of the largest collection of whales anywhere in the world. All the best things to do in seattle tours northwest. And of course, feel free to share it with your friends who might be interested in seeing whales. My birthday is in december and i am pretty set on taking a trip within the same. Good chances to see orcas and humpbacks and northern lights as well. Id like to go to seattle for several reasons but my main reason would be to whale watch. Where to go whale watching in the western usa visit the usa. A locals guide to whale watching in the san juan islands.
This deal cannot be combined with promotion codes or other discounts and is valid on whale watching tours only. She is also incredibly quiet which will enhance your whale watching experience. The whaleplanner december a whale watching infographic. Seattle whale watching san juan safaris san juan island. San juan island is the center of whale watching in the pacific northwest and therefore friday harbor on san juan island is the best location for departing on a whale watch tour in washington state. Just select the combo option on our reservations page. At this time of year in the pacific northwest the sun does not set until approximately 9. Learn more about our sea kayaking tours prices and times subject to change.
Gray whale watching near seattle, washington island adventures. Timing depends on which types of whales you want to see and the operating seasons of the whale watching tours. Orcas and humpback whales have been most common lately but we also spotted our first gray whale of the winter on december 29. Whale watching in seattle orca whale watching and gray. Our independent, nonprofit newsroom produces awardwinning stories, podcasts and events. View orca whales in their natural habitat on the new 55. Sometimes they change direction, stop or slow let us know if.