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Guaranteed Whale Watch Tour from Anacortes

Washington, USAby Island Adventures

  • 3.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
  • Up to 150 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Anacortes is strategically placed to offer the best whale viewing opportunities. There's no company that sees more whales than Island Adventures. As members of the Pacific Whale Watch Association, we have access to the best whale-sightings network in the world. If whales in the area, we know it. High-speed, low profile vessels often travel past whales without seeing them. Our elevated wheelhouses and upper decks allow us to find more whales, spot them sooner, and view them better than smaller boats.

What's included

  • Free Parking
  • Guaranteed Whales

    Itinerary

    Anacortes is our flagship location where Island Adventures first began back in 1996. Just a 90-mile drive from downtown Seattle, Anacortes is a convenient starting point for your wildlife adventure - no ferry required! The calm waters near the San Juan Islands are one of the best places in the world to view wild orcas. Humpback whales, minke whales, and gray whales also call the region home. Soak in the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest aboard the finest whale-watching vessel on the entire west coast, the Island Explorer 5. The Salish Sea is home to one of the richest varieties of marine life on the planet. There's no better place to view the booming population of Bigg's, or mammal-eating killer whales. In addition to orcas, humpback whales, minke whales, and gray whales are also frequently seen throughout the year. Our experienced and professional naturalist guides will also highlight harbor seals, sea lions, Dall’s and harbor porpoise, bald eagles and many types of sea birds. The average tour covers 60 miles through some of the most beautiful scenery in the world.

    Meeting and pickup

    There is no office, so you’re checking in directly at the boat! Please meet at the top of Dock A near the glass/metal structure on Seafarer’s Way. Parking: As you turn onto Seafarer’s Way, you’ll see a blue sign that reads, “Car Parking Only.” Please park in the gravel lot.

    End point

    There is no office, so you’re checking in directly at the boat! Please meet at the top of Dock A near the glass/metal structure on Seafarer’s Way. Parking: As you turn onto Seafarer’s Way, you’ll see a blue sign that reads, “Car Parking Only.” Please park in the gravel lot.

    Good to know

    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Guests are required to board the vessel under their own power.

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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