Quick Facts

FROM $ 137 + taxes and fees.
Additional pricing info
Availability
March 15 - May 4 (Fri - Sun)
May 9 -12 (Fri - Mon)
May 15 - 19 (Thur - Mon)
May 22 - Sept 1 (Daily)
Sept 4 - 28 (Thur - Mon)
Oct 3 - Oct 12 (Fri - Sun)
Trip duration
3+ hours | 10:30am - 3:30pm
What's included
Activity
Route
Seattle Salish Sea Seattle
Modes of travel
Requirements
Passport not Required

Tour Highlights

  • Depart from Pier 69 on the Seattle waterfront, less than a mile away from iconic attractions such as the Pike Place Market and the Space Needle. (This is the only wildlife & whale watching tour that departs from Seattle.)
  • Whale sightings guaranteed or receive a free tour for a later date
  • Wildlife sightings can include porpoises, seals, sea lions, eagles, herons, gray, humpback and minke whales, orcas, and more. In addition, enjoy scenic views and points of interest along Seattle’s waterfront and in the Salish Sea.
  • Tours feature an onboard naturalist who guides and educates guests about local wildlife and whale conservation throughout the trip.
  • Free Wildlife & Whale Watching Explorer Guidebook
  • Locally-sourced onboard food and drink menu

Depart direct from Pier 69 on Seattle’s beautiful waterfront as you cruise through the Salish Sea on our San Juan Clipper high-speed vessel. Our half-day whale watching tours explore sealife across the Salish Sea (please note, viewing locations may be north or south of Seattle) based on varying locations for viewings on a particular day.

Schedule:
10:30 AM: Depart Pier 69 in Seattle
10:30 AM to 3:30 PM: Whale & Sealife Search
3:30 PM*: Arrive Pier 69 in Seattle

Schedule for Fridays in April:
1:00 PM: Depart Pier 69 in Seattle
1:00 PM to 6:00 PM: Whale & Sealife Search
6:00 PM*: Arrive Pier 69 in Seattle

*NOTE:  Return time to Seattle may be earlier based on whale and sealife sighting locations.


• Whale sightings guaranteed: If you do not see whales during your Seattle Whale Watching Tour, you will receive a voucher for a complimentary trip good to use for one year from date of tour.
• 1 child (1-11 yrs. old) is half of applicable adult fare.
• Within 2 days prior to travel; the reservation is non-refundable, non-changeable and noncancelable.
• Washington state sales tax and fees not included.
• Pricing in USD and may vary based on selected Standard (non-window aisle) or Premium (window aisle) seating.
• Restrictions apply, subject to change.

2025
Adult
Child (1-11 years)
Now to Sep 28 (Standard Seat)
$137
$66
Oct 3 to Oct 12 (Standard Seat)
$143
$72

Overview

Tour Highlights

  • Depart from Pier 69 on the Seattle waterfront, less than a mile away from iconic attractions such as the Pike Place Market and the Space Needle. (This is the only wildlife & whale watching tour that departs from Seattle.)
  • Whale sightings guaranteed or receive a free tour for a later date
  • Wildlife sightings can include porpoises, seals, sea lions, eagles, herons, gray, humpback and minke whales, orcas, and more. In addition, enjoy scenic views and points of interest along Seattle’s waterfront and in the Salish Sea.
  • Tours feature an onboard naturalist who guides and educates guests about local wildlife and whale conservation throughout the trip.
  • Free Wildlife & Whale Watching Explorer Guidebook
  • Locally-sourced onboard food and drink menu

Quick Facts

FROM $ 137 + taxes and fees.
Additional pricing info
Availability
March 15 - May 4 (Fri - Sun)
May 9 -12 (Fri - Mon)
May 15 - 19 (Thur - Mon)
May 22 - Sept 1 (Daily)
Sept 4 - 28 (Thur - Mon)
Oct 3 - Oct 12 (Fri - Sun)
Trip duration
3+ hours | 10:30am - 3:30pm
What's included
Activity
Route
Seattle Salish Sea Seattle
Modes of travel
Requirements
Passport not Required

Itinerary & Map

Depart direct from Pier 69 on Seattle’s beautiful waterfront as you cruise through the Salish Sea on our San Juan Clipper high-speed vessel. Our half-day whale watching tours explore sealife across the Salish Sea (please note, viewing locations may be north or south of Seattle) based on varying locations for viewings on a particular day.

Schedule:
10:30 AM: Depart Pier 69 in Seattle
10:30 AM to 3:30 PM: Whale & Sealife Search
3:30 PM*: Arrive Pier 69 in Seattle

Schedule for Fridays in April:
1:00 PM: Depart Pier 69 in Seattle
1:00 PM to 6:00 PM: Whale & Sealife Search
6:00 PM*: Arrive Pier 69 in Seattle

*NOTE:  Return time to Seattle may be earlier based on whale and sealife sighting locations.

Terms & Conditions

• Whale sightings guaranteed: If you do not see whales during your Seattle Whale Watching Tour, you will receive a voucher for a complimentary trip good to use for one year from date of tour.
• 1 child (1-11 yrs. old) is half of applicable adult fare.
• Within 2 days prior to travel; the reservation is non-refundable, non-changeable and noncancelable.
• Washington state sales tax and fees not included.
• Pricing in USD and may vary based on selected Standard (non-window aisle) or Premium (window aisle) seating.
• Restrictions apply, subject to change.

2025
Adult
Child (1-11 years)
Now to Sep 28 (Standard Seat)
$137
$66
Oct 3 to Oct 12 (Standard Seat)
$143
$72