You can download the app both on apple and android phones. Whale watching from washington has never been better. San juan island is considered the best place to view orca whales because of the large salmon population, which is their primary food source. Our experienced, passionate team of captains and naturalists love to share our vast knowledge of whales, wildlife, and their beautiful pacific northwest home with travelers from near and far. San juan excursions whale watching seattle seattle.
Whale watching is a favorite activity in and around puget sound. Whale watching tours and wildlife cruises with san juan excursions from friday harbor on san juan island in washington state 2018 certificate of excellence winner san juan excursions gives 5% or more of its profits to conservation efforts and charitable organizations. Tourists scanning the horizon on a whale watching cruise in washington states san juan islands. San juan islands, washington state ccb, uw, years surveyed. 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. The whale museums mission is to promote stewardship of whales and the salish sea ecosystem through. Mar 11, 2017 students will learn about the whales and natural surroundings from our onboard naturalist, as well as have a chance to explore langleys whale museum. Click here to download all 12 months of killer whale watching data and be. Turn left on brandts landing lane then right onto sucia drive. The beach community of west seattle took on the look of a marine park. Fly in from seattle for a quick whale watching trip. Want an amazing whale watching experience, but dont have all day to spend on the water. These species are part of the cultural identity, fishing economy and tourism industry of our region.
Tour leaders have resources that help them know where the whales are hanging out each day, but that doesnt mean its the only way to go whale watching. Kayak whale watching in the san juan islands, seattle, washington. Washington designated the orca whale orcinus orca as the official state marine mammal in 2005 due to the research and persuasion of secondgraders from crescent harbor elementary school in oak harbor, washington. Seattle new technology could help ships and ferries navigate around whales in washington, reducing the chances of a deadly ship strike. Seattle, wa the orca network has requested the public to. We are proud members of the pacific whale watch association formerly known as whale watch operators association northwest. Most often, people take one of the iconic washington state ferries from anacortes to the islands. Southern resident orca whale recovery governor jay inslee. Look for a metal gate on the left with a big sign painted like an orca whale. Contact seattle orca whale watching we are located at 950 westlake ave n, seattle, wa 98109 phone. The season they are usually seen is late may to early september.
The orcas of washington state and british columbia coasts have been extensively studied since. Just last night i was reading the orca networks periodic email in which they summarize various sightings all. Washington state ferry crews are now adding reports to a new app, and. Whale watching tours in the san juan islands, washington. You will see a sign on the left for outer island expeditions and smugglers villa resort. Funding for the whale hotline comes out of the whale museums general operating budget and occasional contributions. Orca whale watching seattle, wa by san juan safarisseattle. The public can download the whalereport app and report sightings to commercial. Enjoy the experience of a lifetime with seattle s only halfday, guaranteed whale watching tour. Get up close with the orca whales off the san juan islands near seattle on this 4hour whalewatching cruise. Killer orca whale watching seattle to san juan islands. Oct 08, 2017 orca network asks for publics help with entangled humpback whale the whale was last seen in the haro strait area near henry island. I know a friend of mine who used to be a whale watch guide on boats here tells me that august is even a iffy month for spotings as they are already starting to move out of the area often even in late august. Vessels are one of the main threats to the critically endangered southern resident orcas, both.
Anyone can do that by downloading the whale report app on a. If anyone has feedback to share that would be great, thanks. Its also considered the best place to view orca whales. I understand that its not peak but it seems like you might still get to see some. Best orca whale watching in the san juan islands and puget sound off the coast of washington state, near seattle. Since our very first tour in 1996, island adventures has had some truly spectacular encounters on the water, but we can easily say, without hesitation, that whale watching in washington has never been more exciting.
Island adventures whale watching in seattle, wa and san. San juan excursions whale watching seattle seattle washington. San juan island is where the southern resident killer whales live about six months out of the year, from midapril to october. Its difficult to imagine a washington without orcas or salmon. A southern resident orca whale swims in puget sound in view of mount. Does anyone know if this is a good time to whale watch. Washington ferries use new app to help struggling orca population. Joining a whale watching tour makes spotting whales of all sorts much more likely. Whale watching from land whidbey and camano islands. You can help support our efforts by making a donation, adopting an orca or becoming a museum member.
Youngsters dont need to sit out a trip to this club. Take your best shot at kayaking with killer whales near seattle, wa. Considered one of seattle s best day tours, the whale plane package includes round trip air on a kenmore air seaplane from downtown lake union, seattle to friday harbor for a san juan safaris whale watching and wildlife tour by boat. Kitsap orca watch february 10 on saturday, february 8, a couple of pods of biggstransient orcas identified as t36, t36bs, and t99s came through port orchard channel and up into liberty bay thrilling locals and visitors alike out enjoying the sun breaks this weekend. Local seattle insurance agent, orca insurance, orca agency, provides personal and commercial insurance products for auto, home, renters, business and more. Our seattle orca whale watching tours are an experience you wont forget. Boat charters san juan islands western prince whale watching. We are planning a trip to seattle and vancouver in september and would, of course, love to go whale watching. The hope is that the app will eventually be adopted by the port of seattle and u.
Travel inspired cuisine by way of the northwest, the whale wins roasts the very best from local beaches, gardens and farms in its rustic wood fired oven and serves it to share on plates large and small in a light filled, converted warehouse space. View orca whales in their natural habitat on the new 55. 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. We are planning a trip to seattle and vancouver in september and would, of course, love. Going whalewatching in september the seattle times. 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. Best time to whale watch in seattle seattle forum tripadvisor. The orcas village boasts a grocery, a deli best one in the islands, in our opinion, a variety of restaurants and is a starting point for a full contingent of adventures including sea kayaking, whale watching, shopping and moped rentals. Orca whales put on a killer show in elliott bay the seattle. Seattle there is a new way for the public to help alert washington state ferry captains to where orcas and other marine mammals are. Just last night i was reading the orca networks periodic email in which they summarize various sightings all over the region for.
Read more about our commitment to responsible ecotourism here. While we have wonderful boat tours that give you a great perspective, sometimes the whales schedule doesnt exactly match tour schedules. My dates are flexible but i would prefer to go in april. There are several modes of transportation to orcas island and the beautiful san juan islands. Because monthly pass prices are based on 18 roundtrips, epurse provides flexibility for customers who are traveling less frequently. With some research and planning, you can go whale watching in seattle and other puget sound cities on your own. I highly doubt you will see any orcas in october in this area of the pnw if you go out one day on a boat in that month. 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. The seattle marine aquarium originally known as the seattle public aquarium was a privately owned aquarium that was opened in 1962 and closed in 1977, and was located on pier 56 on the elliott bay waterfront in seattle, washington, usa.
The association has worked with scientists, noaa and industry leaders to assist in writing the whale watching guidelines and best practices. Is the victoria clipper the only trip that leaves from seattle. While we have wonderful boat tours that give you a great perspective, sometimes the whales schedule doesnt exactly match. Orcas island eclipse charters patrons can find places to park in the area. Considered one of seattles best day tours, the whale plane package includes round trip air on a kenmore air seaplane from downtown lake union, seattle to friday harbor for a san juan safaris whale watching and wildlife tour by boat. We offer gray whale charters and group trips and overnight stays are also available for our orca whale watching trip to san juan island. Traveling from seattle and elsewhere to orcas island.
Sea quest kayak tours explore the premiere orca whale waters in the san juan. Orca network asks for publics help with entangled humpback whale the whale was last seen in the haro strait area near henry island. Orca network asks for publics help with entangled humpback whale. An endangered female orca leaps from the water while breaching in puget sound west of seattle. Seattle whale watching deals in seattle, wa groupon. You will see our office, a small red building in the whale watch parking lot. Enjoy the experience of a lifetime with seattles only halfday, guaranteed whale watching tour. Puget sound whale watchers accused of loving endangered. I am interested in doing a one day whale watch trip while visiting seattle in june 2010. Help washington state ferries track whales in puget sound with. Springer born late 1999 or early 2000, officially named a73, is a wild orca from the northern. Id like to go to seattle for several reasons but my main reason would be to whale watch.
Orca whale watch trip from seattle seattle forum tripadvisor. Our 4 hour port townsend whale watching tour is the perfect trip for visitors and travelers with a busy schedule. Whale watching seattle and whale watching washington are commonly associated with whale watching in the san juan islands. 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. Prior to ordering may monthly passes, please consider ordering epurse value instead. Hi there, has anyone had experience taking a whale watching cruise from seattle in january. This symbol is intended to promote orca awareness and to encourage protection of the natural marine habitat. Set your course for orcas island eclipse charters in orcas for a relaxing afternoon of boating on one of their shipshape vessels. Port townsend 4hour whale watching tour puget sound express. Orca whales put on a killer show in elliott bay the. Nov 27, 2016 3 replies to west seattle whale watching. Seattle whale watching san juan safaris san juan island. Experience unforgettable whale watching in the san juan islands.