Spend the day exploring the west side of san juan island. Classic whale plane tour san juan safaris san juan. San juan outfitters owns the exclusive kayak launching rights at roche harbor. Our islands create the perfect conditions for sea kayaking. Orca whale watching in the san juan islands, washington. The waters are quite calm but very cold and you have tides, currents, rocks and wind to contend with if you go kayaking by yourself. Our routes take you where orcas and diverse wildlife dwell, where scenery inspires and where others dont go. Join biologist guides in the best place for orca whale. The best orca killer whale watching is here off san juan island. Traverse the waters of migrating salmon and keep your eyes peeled for eagles, seals, porpoises, and other wildlife that follow our keystone species of the pacific northwest. This is an excellent option for wildlife and whale watching.
This reputation developed from a commitment to the highest level of guest service, and our 2 exclusive sea kayak and whale watch facilities at roche harbor and friday harbor on san juan island. San juan islands kayaking weekend getaway rei adventures. Kayak tours generally see a variety of unusual sea birds, harbor seals, bald eagles and tide pool critters. The seaplane base in seattle on lake union is a short taxi ride from any downtown seattle hotel. Enjoy the abundant wildlife and the worldclass scenery of the san juan islands with a professional guide to show you the way. About san juan excursions which offers whale watching. As we hike, kayak, and cruise the waters of the salish sea, you will discover the extraordinary riches and beauty of the san juan islands, from the serene sunsets over the islands to the spellbinding orca whales from our whalewatching boat. Classic whale plane tour san juan safaris san juan island. Sea quest pioneered orca whale watching kayak tours in the san juan islands over 30 years ago and our san juan island kayak trips are guided by biologists, environmental scientists, and naturalists that can tell you about the lives of these amazing animals. Halfday morning and sunset kayak tours are the perfect choice for those who have very limited time but really want to experience sea kayaking in the san juan islands. Requiring only 4 hours door to door, our san juan island half day kayak tours are the perfect blend of time and adventure. Orcas arent the only whales found in the waters of the san juan islands. See wildlife up close on our fully guided kayak tours.
Kayak the san juan islands kayakers travel from across the world to paddle in the serene waters that surround san juan island. San juan transit san juan islands whale watching and sea. Day trips include an opportunity to venture further into the unique and beautiful environment of the san juan islands and explore a secluded island at. Customs delays, and the ability to drive directly to us, you are in control of your valuable vacation time. For guided kayak tours, check out members of the san juan island kayak association and. Halfday morning and sunset kayak tours are the perfect choice for those who have very limited time but really want to experience sea.
Full day kayaking tour san juan islands kayak tours and. You have a slightly better chance of spotting an orca whale from your kayak, as the. The outfitters give you a quick lesson in kayaking or paddleboarding and safety before you settle into your vessel. Kayak trips from san juan island offer unobscured views of the olympic. Morning tours are great for folks who want to paddle during the most tranquil part of the day. Orca whale watching in the san juan islands island. The san juan islands are the best place in the world to view killer whales, and viewing them from a kayak is a once in a lifetime experience like none other. Select routes with scenic coastlines and abundant wildlife opportunities, this is the best kayak tour for those preferring a shorter kayak trip. Our routes take you where orcas and diverse wildlife dwell, where scenery inspires.
Our goal is to give our guests an enjoyable and exciting tour, while always practicing the highest level of respect for wildlife and boating safety. 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. The legal viewing distance applies the same to all vessels. Orca whale watching in the san juan islands island adventures. Our san juan island kayak tours are designed as orca whalewatching kayak trips. Join captain hobbes who grew up on the water in england and has been operating whale watch tours and passenger vessels in the san juan islands for 12 years. Kayak with whales san juan islands outdoor odysseys kayak tours. Join us on one of our 3 daily halfday kayak tour departures to the west side of san juan island. Also for those who have very limited time but still want. About san juan kayak expeditions established in 1980 san juan kayak expeditions is chosen by the discerning traveler. Apr 01, 2011 kayaking tours with killer whales in the san juan islands near seattle, washington.
San juan excursions san juan islands whale watching whale. Sea kayak tours in the san juan islands in search of orca. Learn sea kayaking skills, chart reading techniques and predicting tides and currents. Kayaking the san juan islands half day griffin bay kayaking tour bioluminescence kayaking tour 3 day stuart island kayak camping tour see all tours the oo crew couldnt have been more professional and prepared from the moment they picked us up at friday harbor through the launch and landing. Orca kayaking tour san juan islands outdoor odysseys. Paddling along the orca highway in the san juan islands with an expert sea quest guide is a great way to find killer whales. We operate the majority of our kayak tours on the west side of san juan island. Our sister company san juan island outfitters offers multiple sea kayaking tours daily, no experience necessary.
Join biologist guides in the best place for orca whale watching kayak tours in the us. Dec 11, 2015 paddling along the orca highway in the san juan islands with an expert sea quest guide is a great way to find killer whales. Killer whale kayaking tours san juan islands kayak with. Kayak, cruise, and whalewatch in the san juan islands. This location has access to prime killer whale waters. Our journey highlights the best of the san juan islands. Kayaking tours with killer whales in the san juan islands near seattle, washington.
Explore the majestic san juan islands from the seat of a kayak on this unforgettable 3day adventure. Take scenic hikes to panoramic views of the surrounding islands and peaks, and bike the quiet back roads of orcas island to reach the highest peak. Kayak whale watching in the san juan islands, seattle. Orcas investigate kayaks sea quest kayak tours san. Come aboard natsilane, named after an orca whale legend, a 30 albin fast express cruiser, and enjoy a comfortable heated cabin, with indoor and outdoor seating, restroom and snack bar. Whale watching tours in the san juan islands whale watching in the san juan islands is better from anacortes.
Pass by historic land markers and learn about the early coast. The san juan islands are the best place in the world to view killer whales, and viewing them from a. We occasionally will see minkes whales on our san juan islands whale watching and kayak tours. The worlds best opportunity to see wild orca whales is right here in the san juan islands, midapril through october. Extremely dry summer weather, whales and wildlife, and hundreds of intricate islands unite to make this the ultimate sea kayaking trip and camping adventure, especially for firsttimers. Enjoy the abundant wildlife and the worldclass scenery of the san. They offers authentic small group sea kayak trips and tours ranging from 3 hour tours to 5 day expeditions and customized sea kayak rentals. Half day kayak trips also work well for people who arent sure if they will enjoy sea kayaking and want to get a brief first taste of the sport. Click here to download all 12 months of killer whale watching data and be sure to. Travel with kenmore air, which has 60 years of flying experience, to the charming seaside village of friday harbor on san juan island, and tour with san juan safaris whale. If youre coming to the san juan islands and plan to go on a kayaking tour or whale watching expedition it is whale worth it to look for discount coupons both online and in tourist circulars and brochures found on board the washington state ferries in the upperdeck passenger areas.
Shearwater kayak tours san juan islands washington visitors. The most wonderful ways to whale watch in the san juan. Meet us at our launch site at snug harbor or use our complimentary shuttle from the ferry in friday harbor. Traverse the waters of migrating salmon and keep your eyes peeled for eagles. Kayak in prime whale and wildlife habitat along the haro strait, bordering the west side of san juan island and vancouver island. Also for those who have very limited time but still want to experience sea kayaking in the san juan islands. Experience the thrill of seeing orca whales, seals, porpoises and so much more wildlife on one of our whale watching trips off the san juan islands near seattle. Kayak in search of seals, sea lions, porpoise and more. Both the west side and east side tours have the potential for whale encounters. If youre coming to the san juan islands and plan to go on a kayaking tour or whale watching expedition it is whale worth it to look for discount coupons. Departing from the calm waters of roche harbor all kayak tours are great. A fun way to learn about going sea kayaking, kayak tours, multiday tours, places to camp, in and around the san juan islands. The island explorer is the perfect whale watch boat for the san juan islands.
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Join one of our guided tours or design a custom trip for your family, friends or colleagues. Orca whales range through the san juan islands the most between march and. Certain dates will encounter potentially difficult currents. All the adventure in half the time of our full day tour. As a result, some trips use alternate routes to make paddling easier, while others may require greater. San juan islands kayaking trips anacortes kayak tours. Orca kayaking tour san juan islands outdoor odysseys kayak. This reputation developed from a commitment to the highest level of guest service, and our. Shearwater kayak tours san juan islands washington. Our guides are trained to study these conditions and provide a wonderful safe adventure. Secluded islands, great food and a lifetime of memories. Our sister company san juan island outfitters offers multiple sea. Take scenic hikes to panoramic views of the surrounding islands and peaks, and bike the quiet back roads of orcas island to reach the highest peak in the san juans. San juan kayak expeditions friday harbor 2020 all you.
Island adventures orca whale watching tours in the san juan. Friday harbor, roche harbor and san juan islands premier sea kayaking outfitter offering guided day, multiday kayak trips and tours. Soak in the natural beauty of the pacific northwest aboard the finest whale watching vessel on the entire west coast, the island explorer 5. 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. Island adventures orca whale watching tours in the san. San juan safaris is located in friday harbor, just steps from the ferry landing on san juan island. Travel along the west shore of san juan island with views of the olympics mountains. She has been sea kayaking in new zealand, australia, bermuda, costa rica and guided tours in midcoast maine, north carolina, the florida everglades and now the san juan islands. Kayak whale watching in the san juan islands, seattle, washington. For the past 19 years, we have been offering whale watchingwildlife cruises in the san juan islands. San juan islands morning half day 3 hour kayak tour. Our goal is to give our guests an enjoyable and exciting tour, while always.
The northern minke whale is the smallest of the baleen whales at approximately 2530 feet in length. We have the most modern and newest fleet of sea kayaks in the san juan islands. San juan islands kayaking tours anacortes kayak tours. Kayaking the san juan islands half day griffin bay kayaking tour bioluminescence kayaking tour 3 day stuart island kayak camping tour see all tours the oo crew couldnt have been more professional. Best whale watching tour boat on san juan island western.
On the last day of kayaking, we return to friday harbor, san juan island to catch the ferry back to anacortes. Enjoy an unforgettable whale watching tour on one of the islands. The san juan islands are the best place in the world to view killer whales, and viewing them from a kayak is an experience like none other. A fun guide to sea kayaking tours in the san juan islands. Oneway trips departing from san juan island and kayaking back to anacortes. The northern minke whale is the smallest of the baleen whales at approximately 2530. Our threeday kayak tours in the san juan islands are our most popular camping trip. Kayak with whales san juan islands outdoor odysseys. San juan outfitters is widely considered san juan islands premier sea kayak and whale watch tour company. San juan island half day kayak tours discovery sea kayaks. Depart from the convenience of anacortes and kayak to the wasp islands group, returning to anacortes. The perfect adventure for singles, couples, groups, and families no experience is necessary. Paddle the bestknown region for whale and wildlife encounters, mountain views and dynamic waters.
About san juan excursions which offers whale watching tours. San juan island outfitters offers multiple sea kayaking tours daily, operating both out of roche harbor and friday harbor. San juan island half day kayak tours our most popular. Whale watching and sea kayaking tours depart daily in season. Quality kayaks, ideal group sizes, wildlife and whale watching kayak routes.
Explore the san juan islands by sea kayak on a nature tour, cruise the sound looking for whales, or both. Select routes with scenic coastlines and abundant wildlife opportunities, this is. Once the whales were spotted, the guide courteously rafted all the. Travel with kenmore air, which has 60 years of flying experience, to the charming seaside village of friday harbor on san juan island, and tour with san juan safaris whale watching, in business since 1994. The height above the water gives you a much better vantage point. We are incredibly fortunate to be able to watch three resident pods of orca whales all fish eaters. Kayak san juan islands most popular kayak tour and route. Note we do not encounter whales every day, but our routes offer the best potential on san juan island. Casual lodging kayak vacation san juan islands kayak tours.
The waters are quite calm but very cold and you have tides, currents, rocks and wind to contend with if you go kayaking by yourself out here. Departing from the calm waters of roche harbor all kayak tours are great for beginners and experienced paddlers alike. Carrie is also an avid biker and has been on 2 different month long road bike trips. Half and full day kayaking tours, sunset and bioluminescence kayak tours and camping kayak tours. We kayak along the base of rocky cliffs, past pebble beaches in search of seals, porpoises, bald eagles, humpback and orca whales.
Paddle your own kayak or paddleboard, or set out with one of the many knowledgeable outfitters on san juan, orcas, or lopez island. Washingtons san juan islands are nothing short of magical. Our safety record is unequaled thanks to our commitment for intensive guide training. The san juan islands of washington are famous as the top orca whale watching. There are many opportunities to spot whales throughout the san juan islands. Humpback whales, minke whales, and, gray whales also call the region home. The san juan islands are the best place in the world to view killer whales, and viewing them from a kayak is a once in a lifetime experience like none. Killer whale kayaking tours san juan islands kayak. This 46 day trip includes paddling the shores of san juan island as well as taking day trips to orcas island andor lopez island where we explore more coastline and wildlife. Depart from the convenience of anacortes and kayak to. The calm waters near the san juan islands are one of the best places in the world to view wild orcas. Whale watch tours in the san juan islands island adventures.
Adventure whale watching in the san juan islands western. Kayaking tours in the san juan islands renowned as the number one sea kayaking tour destination in the pacific northwest, the san juan islands offer an experience to enjoy abundant marine life, protected waterways and. This 46 day trip includes paddling the shores of san juan island as well. This route has a lot of history when it comes to whale encounters. Our tours depart from custom kayak docks and are led by naturalist guides. Best place for whale watching in the san juan islands. Download the watching whales in the san juan islands brochure. Explore the san juan islands by sea kayak with shearwater adventures. The ultimate san juan islands sea kayaking experience, with three trip choices. Kayak san juan islands with discovery sea kayaks in friday harbor, wa. Threehour trips offer a taste of kayaking along the shores of orcas island. Most of our trips along the west side of san juan island have resulted in whale sightings, but. Orcas investigate kayaks sea quest kayak tours san juan.
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