Seattle · PUGET SOUND WHALE WATCHING TRIPS
9 tours
Seattle weather makes some bookings a gamble and others a certainty. These 9 puget sound whale watching trips hold up either way, with current fares, how long each takes and exactly what is included.
See orcas and other Pacific Northwest wildlife on a 4-hour Salish Sea cruise from Seattle’s Pier 69, with a naturalist onboard.
“We didn't see a lot of animals but that's wild animals, they go where they please. We did see a minke, whale, some porpoises, and a sea lion, plus lots of birds. The guide was very knowledgeable, the boat comfortable, and we had a very good time.”
Whale watch from downtown Seattle on the FRS Clipper, with a naturalist onboard, Salish Sea wildlife targets, and skyline views from Pier 69.
“A bit underwhelming since we didn’t see many whales. There was just one whale roaming and not enough time.”
Small-group seaplane tour from Seattle to the San Juan Islands, with aerial views of Puget Sound and Space Needle, plus time on land.
“My husband and I flew in the well kept seaplane which was built back in the 1950/60’s time period. It was a great view of the city and the islands. We got off on San Juan island to visit local businesses and reboarded, just over an hour later and enjoyed another smooth flight and landing. Great times! Highly recommend!”
Guided 3-hour kayak trip from Shelton to Hope Island Marine State Park, with wildlife spotting and trail time, all gear included for $89.
“This kayak tour was such a blast! We spent about three hours out on the water in a double kayak, and it was the perfect pace, not too rushed, but never boring. The stop at Hope Island was a nice break, and it was cool to get out and wander around before heading back. Ross and Doug were awesome guides, super friendly, laid-back, and full of good stories. They made the whole trip feel easy and fun, and you could tell they really enjoy what they do. All in all, it was just a really fun experience and a great way to spend the day. I’d definitely recommend it if…”
Private 7-hour Deception Pass day trip from Seattle with ferry ride, state parks, Coupeville, Fort Casey, and Whidbey Island pickup.
“Cheryl was excellent tour guide…went above and beyond. Great menu if interesting sites to visit that are off beaten path”
Whidbey Island and Deception Pass by private SUV, with Puget Sound ferry, state parks, lighthouse, Fort Casey, and Coupeville pier.
“Trip was fun in its entirety. Our guide, Janet, had lots of great info on everything making the ride and the sites very interesting. The excursion felt more like a trip with a friend than just a tour. The day was very enjoyable.”
Whale watching from Anacortes plus Deception Pass hikes from Seattle, with snacks, lunch, park fees, and naturalist guidance.
“This was an AMAZING Day!!! Our tour guide Matthew was completely incredible and we had so much fun. The provided lunch was a culinary feast (not a sandwich as expected). We got lots of history while traveling. On the Whale watching, we saw Humpback whales "courting" and then we saw Orcas playing. The Orcas put on quite the show for our tour!! And then on the way back, we saw sea lions on a small island. The homemade cookie at the end of the day was such a sweet touch!”
Skagit Valley tulips, Kukutali Preserve walks, and Deception Pass tides on a Seattle day trip with pickup and entrance fees.
“So thankful that I got to see these fields of tulips. They were so beautiful and so was the Puget Sound around Deception Pass. Dwight was a wonderful guide who picked us up from the hotel. He gave us lots of information as we drove to and from the tulip fields. It was so worth the money for this tour. My family and I enjoyed it very much!”
Skagit Valley birding and Whidbey Island sights from Seattle, with a small group, expert guide Evan, Deception Pass, and included picnic.
“The tour was amazing and every place we visited was beautiful. Evan was very knowledgeable and passionate about the local wildlife and ecosystems. He made us a delicious picnic and let us choose a few places to visit at the end. I highly recommend this tour!”
