Our 34 hour adventure whale watching tours depart from friday harbor, just steps from the ferry landing. Please let me know if you have any questions or if there is. I checked the orca networks facebook page, and as of 11. Seattle new technology could help ships and ferries navigate around.
Kayak whale watching in the san juan islands, seattle, washington. 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. Best time to whale watch in seattle seattle message board. Tours from seattle orca spirit orca spirit adventures. San juan safaris is pleased to offer military personnel, active or retired, and. San juan excursions san juan islands whale watching. This is the first of the 201617 orca talk series hosted by the whale trail in west seattle, with help from seal sitters. 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.
An awesome boat ride with friendly and educated hosts. Every year, thousands of gray whales travel between mexico and alaska, one of the longest known maritime migrations. Jul 21, 2015 high speed whale watching tour from downtown seattle july 21, 2015 for my second day interning at seattle southside, i had the opportunity to experience a whole different side of the beautiful city and take a day trip whale watching. A study prepared for international fund for animal welfare in 2009 estimated that million people went whale watching globally in 2008. Whale watching seattle or victoria eagle wing tours. High speed whale watching tour from downtown seattle july 21, 2015 for my second day interning at seattle southside, i had the opportunity to experience a whole different side of the beautiful city and take a day trip whale watching. See orcas, humpback whales, minkes, and all the majestic wildlife in the san juan islands departing just 15 minutes north of downtown seattle. Downloadprint a pocket guide for responsible marine wildlife viewing. The longest whale watching season follows the epic annual migration of humpback, southern right whales and the rare blue whale, from the foodrich southern ocean in the south west to the warm breeding grounds on the north kimberley coast. Elephant seals come ashore in winter for pupping season. This west seattle beach is a popular spot for seals and their pups, leading to the presence of biggs or transient orcas. Our guides and naturalists work to create educational, fun, and engaging tours that. Uw scientist records the jazz singers of the arctic as bowhead whales shriek, moan, rattle and ululate under the ice during the dark of winter.
Does anyone know if this is a good time to whale watch. There was an onboard naturalist aka marine life expert who knew about all the animals who lived in the san juan islands. West seattle blog the whale trails first orca talk of. 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. Best time to whale watch in seattle seattle forum tripadvisor. Your opinion on whalewatching rules to protect orcas, seattle times. San juan excursions san juan islands whale watching whale.
Best whale watching in the pacific northwest area pacific. Biggs orcas differ from the resident orca pods that follow the salmon chum runs, as they eat mammals. Take your best shot at kayaking with killer whales near seattle, wa. Whale watching from land whale watching is a favorite activity in and around puget sound.
Anyone can do that by downloading the whale report app on a. San juan island is where the southern resident killer whales live about six months out of the year, from midapril to october. San juan islands whale watching from friday harbor low. Get up close with the orca whales off the san juan islands near seattle on this 4hour whale watching cruise. Kayak whale watching in the san juan islands, seattle. San juan islands whale watching from friday harbor low season. 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. The two naturalists on board were great knowledgeable, informative, and responsive they even customized a talk. Timing depends on which types of whales you want to see and the operating seasons of the whale watching tours.
The pacific whale watch association is one of the most progressive ecotourism business associations in the world. An insiders guide to seattle gray whale watching 12. Whale watching is mostly a recreational activity cf. A locals guide to whale watching in the san juan islands.
At western prince whale watching, our passion is sharing the natural beauty, whales, and diverse wildlife of the salish sea. Orca whales were seen by 55% of our multiday kayaking trip guests from 20052018. If you wish to see the pnw, id suggest playing on either sj or orcas islands, with my personal preference, sj. Whale watching near seattle western prince whale watching. There is plenty of history, arts and culture, shopping, food and drink plus many season events, and oh yes, butchart gardens. The top destination for whale watching in oregon is depoe bay, effectively oregons whale watching capital.
We can confidently say that there isnt a tour time thats better than the other. Flights leave seattle in the morning and return in the early evening, and vary slightly depending on the time of the year. Learn about the areas vibrant ecosystem from the on board naturalist and tour a charming island town. The odysseys multi level wrap around viewing decks provide space, open air, comfort, and lots of warm sunshine. Enjoy the experience of a lifetime with seattle s only halfday, guaranteed whale watching tour. The southern right whale does not migrate in the same pattern as the humpback whales, but during the winter months the southern rights will move along the coastline seeking places to mate and shelter with their newborn calves they will enter and remain in bays and harbors for days at a time and then move slowly north or south. The season is split into two distinct sections depending on the direction of travel of the majority of whales at that time.
The southern resident killer whale srkw is a flagship species, a cultural. Home to the depoe bay whale watching center and the worlds smallest navigable harbor, this coastal town is where many of the resident gray whales hang out in summer and fall, feeding on the abundance of mysid shrimp. Memorial day through late august we offer whale watching at sunset. San juan excursions whale watching seattle seattle washington. Whale watching is popular april through september and usually focuses on the area around the san juan islands and the canadian gulf islands. And of course, feel free to share it with your friends who might be interested in seeing whales.
Whale watching for one, two, or four at orcas island whale watch up to 59% off. Whale watching is the practice of observing whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. Then they go on their long journey to feed in the rich feeding grounds of the north. Thank you to all the people who made it a great experience. The public can download the whalereport app and report sightings to. Enjoy the experience of a lifetime with seattles only halfday, guaranteed whale watching tour. Contact seattle orca whale watching we are located at 950 westlake ave n, seattle, wa 98109 phone. See orcas, humpback whales, minke whales, gray whales and all the majestic wildlife in the salish sea on our tour departing from edmonds. While we have wonderful boat tours that give you a great perspective, sometimes the whales schedule doesnt exactly match tour schedules. 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. With 3 generations of family dedication and experience, we guarantee youll see whales or your next trip is free. Island adventures whale watching in seattle, wa and san. Seattle whale watching tours the seattle metros only halfday whale watching tour.
Killer orca whale watching seattle to san juan islands. Go whale watching at point defiance southsoundtalk. Click here to download all 12 months of killer whale watching data and be. 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. Help washington state ferries track whales in puget sound with. 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. Playing three, 30minute intervals with wholesale changes at each break, the sounders fell 10 as the uruguayans took the lead in the 37th minute courtesy of a knuckling free kick. The minke whale, gray whale, humpback whale, dalls porpoise, and harbor porpoise are the five most frequently seen after the killer whale. Gila river rafting, birding, and eco tour for one, two, or four at pacific nw float trips up to 47% off. Go here from your mobile device and click your account to create a user login.
Between may and december, humpback, southern right and blue whales make their way along western australia. The island explorer 4 and island explorer 5 feature full walk around lower decks, upper viewing decks, great sound systems, heated cabins, galley service, his and her restrooms, and the best crew in the area. Our guides and naturalists work to create educational, fun, and engaging tours that provide our guests with memories to last a lifetime. Orca whale watching in the san juan islands island adventures.
Three excellent options for puget sound whale watching or sea life viewing while in the seattle washington area. Sw looking for more spots on the shore that are good for whale watching. Island adventures is known as the areas premier whale watching company, but we also offer private charters throughout the year. Along the oregon coast, you can see resident gray whales in summer too. Anacortes is our flagship location where island adventures first began back in 1996. With almost 85 whales in the area, youll have plenty of. Sea quest kayak tours explore the premiere orca whale waters in the san juan. The migrating population is named the group 5 southern hemisphere humpback whale population or the australian east coast humpbacks. Whale watching from land whidbey and camano islands. Whale watching seattle and whale watching washington are commonly associated with whale watching in the san juan islands.
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. M ost residents of the pacific northwest think about whale watching, with their minds drifting to the coast to see 20,000 gray whales migrate each spring, or find themselves daydreaming of boating around the san juan islands, watching orcas in their natural environment. 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. Theres nothing quite like seeing puget sounds largest and most. Last year the closest operator left from edmonds and did offer hotel pick up in seattle. San juan islands whale watching from friday harbor low season take a scenic cruise from seattle to friday harbor, where you will embark on an exciting day of whalewatching and sea life exploration. 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. In most cases it is a good idea to call ahead and make reservations in advance of. Where are the best spots for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, etc where are the best venues to see bands in ballard. Whale watching in the san juan islands after a few hours of exploring friday harbor, we got back on the boat to search for whales in the puget sounds. In the high season for whale watching, they usually do well. Id like to go to seattle for several reasons but my main reason would be to whale watch. At this time of year in the pacific northwest the sun does not set until approximately 9. Whales arent on a rigid schedule, so both tours have the same whale sighting.
Where can i find the locations featured in iconic scenes from films and other pop culture. Get up close with the orca whales off the san juan islands near seattle on this 4hour whalewatching cruise. As an added benefit, eagle wing tours will offer all kenmore passengers that have a confirmed whale watching reservation with us a 20% discount off our regular rates. When it comes to seeing whales, few, if any, think of tacoma and the viewpoints around point defiance park. In the mid1990s, long before federal mandates, we developed a dynamic set of local whale and wildlife viewing guidelines. My dates are flexible but i would prefer to go in april. San juan excursions whale watching seattle seattle. 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.
The humpback whale migration passing sydney takes place between april and december each year. San juan island is considered the best place to view orca whales because of the large salmon population, which is their primary food source. To download the full whaleplanner as a graphic, please just click this link and save the graphic on the next page. A number of charter boat companies run whale watching cruises and you can find such charters at various ports around puget sound and the coastal waters of british columbia. Take full advantage of whale watching season in the pacific northwest. Guaranteed whale watching tours puget sound express. High speed whale watching tour from downtown seattle. Check our website for a list of great accommodation. Id prefer to see orcas and i heard they might be around that area in april. 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. From december to marchapril they mate and give birth in the warm and shallow waters off the baja california, mexico.
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. The calm waters near the san juan islands are one of the best places in the world to view wild orcas. 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. The whaleplanner june a whale watching infographic. Gray whale watching near seattle, washington island adventures. Just a 90mile drive from downtown seattle, anacortes is a convenient starting point for your wildlife adventure no ferry required. Along with the acrobatic orcas, we watch whales of several other species on our san juan islands kayak tours. Whale watching in the san juan islands the mandagies. Join us to celebrate the seasonal return of the orcas to local waters, and.