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Cancellation Policy
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If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
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If you cancel between 6 and 3 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 per cent cancellation fee.
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If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 per cent cancellation fee.
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Starpoints:
- Cruise in safety on our U.S. Coast Guard Certified vessel - the Victoria Clipper III.
- Enjoy a day cruising the islands on your way to Friday Harbor.
- Sail through the protected waters of Saratoga Passage, Deception Pass and into the San Juan Islands.
- The San Juans are home to a variety of marine wildlife, including seals, sea lions, bald eagles, seabirds, orcas and minke whales.
- View the Orcas and Minke whales that make their home in the San Juan Islands.
- Stop at Friday Harbor for sightseeing and shopping.
- Includes a 2.5-hour Whale & Sealife Search for an exciting adventure through the waters of the San Juan Island.
- Listen to the "songs" of various species of whales in the Whale Phone Booth at the Friday Harbor Whale Museum (admission not included).
- Watch a free 30-minute video on Pacific Northwest orcas.
- Day trip from Seattle to San Juan Island's Friday Harbor - return to Seattle that evening.
Description
Meet at Pier 69 at 7:15am in downtown Seattle for a cruise through the waters surrounding the San Juan Islands and escape to Seattle's secret playground! Let us ferry you to Friday Harbor on San Juan Island for the day.
On this 3.5-hour cruise, you'll enjoy beautiful island vistas and a multitude of marine wildlife before landing at Friday Harbor, a beautiful destination that's a must see, filled with wonderful beaches, shops and other fun attractions.
Once arriving to San Juan Island's Friday Harbor cruise through the waters on a 2.5-hour Whale & Sealife cruise. This cruise departs Friday Harbor at approximately 11:30am and returns at 2:00pm.
This 2.5-hour Whale & Sealife cruise is great for viewing orcas and other sea life in their natural habitats. The islands are home to 3 whale families, or pods, that migrate to the island waters for the summer months. After the Sealife Search you will spend approximately 2.5 hours in town shopping and sightseeing.
At 4:30pm that evening the catamaran will depart from Friday Harbor for a 3.5 hour cruise through the protected waters of Saratoga Passage and through Deception Pass.
Please note: Whale sightings are not guaranteed.
Schedule
- Depart from Seattle: 7:45am
- Arrive at Friday Harbor: 11:15am
- Whale and Sealife Search: 11:30am - 2:00pm
- Depart from Friday Harbor: 4:30pm
- Arrive at Seattle: 7:15pm
Cruise aboard our Puget Sound Clipper, which holds 239 passengers, with a duty-free gift shop on lower level aft, an outside, topside deck open to passengers, comfortable inside seating and large windows perfect for sightseeing.
Please note: Whale sightings are not guaranteed.
Reviews & ratings from fellow travelers
Read what other travelers think about the Seattle, Washington to Friday Harbor, San Juan Island Passenger Ferry Service (Boat). We only accept reviews from actual, confirmed travelers who purchased the tour / activity from us, so you can be sure the reviews are unbiased and authentic.
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An amazing trip, well worth doing.
The on board naturalist makes a huge difference, and adds to the experience. Her knowledge of the local wildlife was invaluable. It was a pity that the weather was foggy on the outbound trip, but nevertheless the trip was very pleasant.
We went for the whale watching, and the ship's crew did a grand job in tracking the whales down, and then staying a safe distance while everybody could watch them. Well recommended.
Reviewed by: Ray S., UK, August 2008
We really enjoyed our tour. The tour guide was awesome. The orca's were amazing.
Reviewed by: Sally D., USA, August 2007
Had a great day!
Reviewed by: Mitchell W., USA, August 2007
Good trip. The naturalist was excellent.
Reviewed by: Barbara C., USA, August 2008
We were very impressed with the number of pods/sea life we saw. The knowledge of the speaker was impressive. It would have been a bit more helpful if the microphone system had been a bit clearer. It was at time, difficult to make out what the lady was saying. Thank you. It turned out to be a most wonderful day.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, USA, August 2007
The boat ride was nice (very cold on top, where you could see the best). I didn't realize just how big the ship would be. I think it would have been much better on a much smaller vessel. We did see Orca, but couldn't get very close. They were like seeing small black spots on the water. You knew they were Orca, but could not truly appreciate their beauty because they were so far away. I think in a smaller boat you'd be able to get closer. We did see some seals on the way back which was fun.
Reviewed by: Denise R., USA, November 2007
Loudspeaker system was poor, seating was uncomfortable and we boarded late.
Reviewed by: Barry M., USA, August 2007
Recent photos from fellow travelers
Here are recent candid photos of the Seattle, Washington to Friday Harbor, San Juan Island Passenger Ferry Service (Boat). If you want to share your own tour photos, simply email your photos to tourphotos@thereservationcenter.com with your Booking ID Number. Please note: We only accept photos from actual, confirmed travelers to Seattle who purchased this tour / activity directly from us. Thanks in advance for sharing!
View from Inside
Seating inside the boat
Photo by: John G, United States of America, July 2010
Passing through Deception Pass
Passing through Deception Pass
Photo by: John G, United States of America, July 2010
Spotted!
J-pod whale passing right by our boat!
Photo by: John G, United States of America, July 2010
View from the Bow
On the bow of the Victoria Clipper III
Photo by: John G, United States of America, July 2010
View from the Ship
Our lovely view upon return to Seattle
Photo by: John G, United States of America, July 2010
Bald Eagle
Bald Eagle passing right above the boat
Photo by: John G, United States of America, July 2010
