Our smaller, faster vessels take you out for whales and wildlife. We head out into the San Juans and Canadian Gulf islands to search for Orca, Humpbacks, Grays, and Minkes. We see whales on 98% of our tours! We also see many other varieties of wildlife including porpoises, seals, sea lions, sea birds, and otters. We also customize Private Charters and can add fishing, kayaking, island hopping and more!
Orcas Island Whale Watching
- Hear live commentary from your naturalist guide
- Cover more distance in a high-speed boat
- Avoid the crowds of larger boats on a tour limited to 30 passengers
Look for killer whales off Orcas Island on a half-day whale-watching cruise from Eastsound. Ride aboard a small and speedy vessel as you search for orca, humpback, and gray whales around the San Juan Islands, along with marine life such as porpoises, seals, otters, and birds that are prevalent in the Pacific Northwest. Sightings guaranteed from April through early September.
- Professional guide
- High Speed Vessels
- 3-4 hour tour
- 8.1% Washington State sales tax and applicable fees. The taxes and fees are required by the governing authority and not within local supplier's control
- Gratuities
- Duration: 3h 30m
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate
This tour departs from Orcas Island. The island can only be reached by the Washington State Ferry System. If your party is not already on island we recommend our Anacortes departure location.
Check in begins 30 minutes prior to departure.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
How much is Orcas Island Whale Watching?
Orcas Island Whale Watching price starts from $109.00.
Which company provides Orcas Island Whale Watching?
Orcas Island Whale Watching is hosted by Outer Island Expeditions. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.
What is the Orcas Island Whale Watching cancellation policy?
Orcas Island Whale Watching cancellation policy: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
How much time do I need for Orcas Island Whale Watching?
On average, this experience will take approximately 3h 30m.
30 and 12 Passenger Orca Whale and Wildlife Trips. Our Small Fast Boats get you up-close and personal with the region's famous Orca Whales! We see whales on about 97% of our tours! Join us for a group trip or you can customize your own private charter and add fishing, kayaking, island hopping, and more.
- Duration: 3.5 hours



