Ten Ways to Have a Great Whale Watch and Wildlife Tour with Kids!

Ten Ways to Have a Great Whale Watch and Wildlife Tour with Kids!

A visit to the San Juan Islands is not complete without at least some time spent out on the water! On our spacious and comfortable flagship vessel, M/V Sea Lion, a cruise around the islands is always a treat. With a walk-around deck and inside, heated cabin, M/V Sea...
The T101’s: Mama orca and her boys explore the Salish Sea

The T101’s: Mama orca and her boys explore the Salish Sea

Saturday, November 11 – MV Sea Lion – Noon As the M/V Sea Lion made its way out of Friday Harbor on this blustery November Saturday there was radio silence on whale sightings in the Salish Sea. With thoughts of circumnavigating Orcas Island, territory that hadn’t yet...
Transient Orcas Hunting off San Juan Island

Transient Orcas Hunting off San Juan Island

Sunday, October 29 — M/V Sea Lion — 12:00 Noon: Heading out of Friday Harbor on this autumnal day, the M/V Sea Lion turned south towards a report of Bigg’s killer whales off San Juan Island. After a short ride, we found ourselves at Whale Rocks near Cattle...
Whales spotted on a Roche Harbor Charter – 09/16/2017

Whales spotted on a Roche Harbor Charter – 09/16/2017

[Naturalist Sarah – 09/16/2017 – M/V Sea Lion – 01:30pm Charter, Roche Harbor] September consistently proves to be my favorite month on the water. With great weather and even better wildlife sightings this month never disappoints. On Charters we are happy to...
Adventure Whale Watches in the San Juan Islands – Friday 09/15/17

Adventure Whale Watches in the San Juan Islands – Friday 09/15/17

[Sarah M. – 09/15/2017 – M/V Kestrel – 10:00am & 2:00pm]   I always look forward to our adventure trips on M/V Kestrel. We cover so much water and have the best chances of seeing wildlife. Last Friday was no different!   Morning Adventure Whale Watch –...