CALL US 800-888-2535 CONTACT US Whale Watching from Seattle PNW full and half-day whale watching tours from Seattle PLAN YOUR TRIP Seattle Whale Watching Tours Check out the ONLY Seattle whale watching tours that leave direct from downtown at Pier 69! The Salish Sea is one of the world’s largest and biologically rich areas teeming with an array of spectacular wildlife. One of the best places to see orca whales as well as humpback, gray and minke whales breach, splash, feed and play in their natural habitat. Our popular full-day Seattle to San Juan Island whale watching tour includes a pass underneath historic Deception Pass bridge as well as a stopover in beautiful Friday Harbor, WA located in the San Juan Islands. Our half-day Seattle whale watching tour is a great option for those visiting Seattle who have limited time and want to only do whale watching. Both whale watching tours feature an onboard expert naturalist who guides and educates passengers about local wildlife and whale conservation throughout the trip. Whale sightings are guaranteed or you’ll be offered a free trip. Check out our Ultimate Guide to Seattle Whale Watching as well as frequently asked questions to learn more about our tours and and we look forward to welcoming you aboard! Seattle Whale Watching Tour (Half-Day) MAY - OCT 2022 | Tue - Thur Experience the ONLY half-day Seattle whale watching tour that departs directly from downtown! Embark on a 4-6 hour (depending on sighting locations) adventure aboard the San Juan Clipper fast ferry as an expert naturalist helps you spot orca, humpback whales and other sealife. Whale sightings are guaranteed! The perfect PNW summer adventure on the Salish Sea! Departs and returns from Pier 69 on Seattle waterfront. BOOK NOW "What a great time! Saw orcas, a humpback and minke whales and loved every minute of it. Very professional staff." - Marty B., Olympia, WA TripAdvisor "This was wonderful. Our naturalist kept us informed during the total excursion… We have taken many tours in many countries, and this was the most enjoyable one yet." - Deborah K., North Dakota TripAdvisor "Our trip was amazing. We had whale sightings 30 minutes into our trip. We saw 3 different species of whale, porpoises, American bald eagles, and seals the entire day." - Van Nita S. Facebook Group Travel Let our group travel experts plan the perfect trip for your group of 10 or more people. Learn More Gift Cards Surprise a loved one with a Clipper Vacations gift card for travel to Victoria, Seattle, Vancouver or Portland! Learn More Brand Ambassador Program Love the Pacific Northwest? Media, travel writer or social media influencer? Let’s work together! Learn More Sign Up for the Latest from FRS Clipper Sign up for year-round getaways, special offers, and more. Select country USA Canada Other SIGN UP Call Us for Reservations 8:00 am-5:00 pm PDT, Mon-Fri Toll Free: 800-888-2535 CLIPPER FERRY Frequently Asked Questions Online Check-in The Clipper Experience Seattle – Victoria ferry ID and Travel Requirements Directions & Parking Vessel Information Clipper Gift & Duty-Free Traveler Specials Commodore Club Allianz Travel Insurance DAY TRIPS Victoria Day Trips Seattle Day Trips HOTEL PACKAGES Victoria Packages Seattle Packages Vancouver Packages Portland Packages THINGS TO DO 150 Things to do in Victoria 150 Things to do in Seattle 50 Things to do in Vancouver 50 Things to do in Portland 25 Things to do in the San Juan Islands ABOUT US Our Company Press Careers Brochures Magazine Donation Request Contact us Groups & Charters Gift cards Agent Dashboard Follow us Privacy PolicyTerms and Conditions© 2021 Clipper Vacations. All rights reserved.