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Up in the Gulf – Transients Sighted North of Galiano Island

Up in the Gulf – Transients Sighted North of Galiano Island

by Whale Watching Naturalist | Jul 23, 2017 | orca whale watching near seattle

Lauren Fritz, M/V Kestrel, 07/22/17, 10 am Tour Our whale watch tours are always changing – we never see the same thing, and no two tours are the same! That’s the fun of coming out with San Juan Safaris. M/V Kestrel had an amazing morning tour up in the...
Would Ya Look at That, a Humpback!

Would Ya Look at That, a Humpback!

by Whale Watching Naturalist | Jun 20, 2017 | orca whale watching by seattle

[6/19/17- M/V Sea Lion- 1:30PM] M/V Sea Lion was set for an adventure (as always) as it left the docks of Friday Harbor on San Juan Island in search of some awesome wildlife! We cruised through the Salish Sea, enjoying the calm waters and some beautiful sights along...
Why All the Transient Killer Whales?

Why All the Transient Killer Whales?

by Whale Watching Naturalist | Jun 15, 2017 | friday harbor, orca whale watching by seattle, orca whale watching near seattle, san juan island, whale watching near Seattle

[6/15/17] It has been a common question in recent months- why have we been seeing so many Transient killer whales in the Salish Sea and not the Resident killer whales? Also, aren’t we supposed to have more residents than transients? That’s what their name implies,...

Minkes Whales & Transient Orca Whales The Extra Miles Pay off

by Whale Watching Naturalist | May 12, 2012 | orca whale watching by seattle

Because there had been a report of Minke Whales (plural, not singular usually out solo), Captain Craig made up his mind that we were going to see whales no matter how far we had to go. On the way south down the east side of San Juan Island we did make a brief stop to...

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Testimonials

"A-MAZ-ING!!! What a great experience! An awesome boat ride with friendly and educated hosts. We saw so many whales!!! It was the coolest day! Thank you to all the people who made it a great experience."
"...it was a great experience and one I would highly recommend."
"When I need a day of Zen and killer whales, it’s my fave thing to do. I highly recommend San Juan Safaris."

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Seattle Orca Whale Watching
950 Westlake Ave N.,
Seattle, WA 98109

Toll Free: (800) 450-6858
Local: (360) 378-1323

Winter Hours: Daily 9-5
Summer Hours: Daily 8-6

Mailing address: PO box 365
Friday Harbor WA 98250

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