Tours/San Juan Islands/Guaranteed Whale Watching Tour
Guaranteed Whale Watching Tour
4.8(261)San Juan Islands3h 30min
VIATOR4.5(18)TRIPADVISOR4.8(243)
At a glance
Duration
3h 30min
Price from
$119 / person
Location
San Juan Islands
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 261 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 49
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Orcas Island Eclipse Charters
Meeting point
Located at the Rosario Village Marina, check in at the building on the dock. Our Orcas Island location requires taking the Washington State Ferry to get to.
Description
Join us to explore the San Juan Islands aboard one of the new fast boats. See an abundance of whales and wildlife including killer whales, humpbacks, sea lions, seals, dolphins and more. Tours are 3 to 4 hours long and led by trained naturalists. A day in on the water in one of the worlds most glorious boating destinations. Great for all ages.
Tour Options
3 PM Guaranteed Whale Watch
Small group whale watching tours on the fastest boats in the region with Guaranteed Whales! See whales with us or come again for free. Departs daily from Eastsound, Orcas Island, WA. Check in at 3 pm.
1 PM Fall Whale Watch
Small group whale watching tours on the fastest boats in the region with Guaranteed Whales! See whales with us or come again
10:30AM Guaranteed Whale Watch
3 to 4 hour trip to view our regions whales and wildlife. Encounter Orca, Humpback and Minke Whales. Also see porpoise, sea lions, seals, eagles and so much more. Trained Naturalist on board!
1 PM Guaranteed Whale Watch
Small group whale watching tours on the fastest boats in the region with Guaranteed Whales! See whales with us or come again for free. Departs daily from Eastsound, Orcas Island, WA. Check in at 12:30
Itinerary
Orcas Island
Pass by
Depart Orcas Island to search and view the immense amount of local wildlife, and enjoy stunning views of the San Juan Islands and surrounding areas.
What's included
Included
Professional guide
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
261 reviews
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Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Guaranteed Whale Watching Tour take?
Guaranteed Whale Watching Tour lasts about 3h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Guaranteed Whale Watching Tour cost?
Prices start at $119 per person for this San Juan Islands experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Guaranteed Whale Watching Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Located at the Rosario Village Marina, check in at the building on the dock. Our Orcas Island location requires taking the Washington State Ferry to get to. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Guaranteed Whale Watching Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 49 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Guaranteed Whale Watching Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 261 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Orcas Island Eclipse Charters.
Reviews(261)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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melissabA458JF
September 10, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Don’t Hesitate! Book Now
Absolutely fantastic whale-watching experience! We went out today and had an incredible time from start to finish. Being out on the water and seeing these magnificent whales in their natural habitat was truly unforgettable.
The whole experience was exciting, beautiful, and very well organized. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the trip even more enjoyable. You could tell they genuinely cared about the whales and making sure everyone had a great experience.
Definitely one of the highlights of our trip and something I would happily do again. If you’re considering whale watching, I highly recommend it—an amazing experience and worth every minute! 🐋🌊
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Susan_L
August 31, 2026 · via Viator
Orcas whale watching
We saw whales, dolphins, seals and sea lions and the crew was very friendly, knowledgeable and open to questions.
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Arthur_C
August 9, 2026 · via Viator
Great!
The crew were very knowledgeable, kind and friendly, making the experience fun. Of course, we were able to see whales. For those of you who get seasick, let me allay your concerns. The Salish Sea is much calmer than the open sea.
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Z5860VJrandyr
August 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Bring your big lense
It was fun, but one thing you need to know about "whale watching" is there is a law that the boats have to keep a 200 yd. distance from the whales. For some reason our captain kept us further away then the other boat so we were probably 250-300 yds away. We happened upon a transient big male they call "Jack" on the way back and paced along side him for a while which was pretty cool.
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seanmW9293YQ
August 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Brilliant day
An unforgettable experience seeing orcas in the wild. Great, friendly, knowledgeable staff. We loved it
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barbarapP5262AS
August 1, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great Whale Watching Tour
TK and Captain Jake were exceptional. We had a great time learning about the Sea Birds, Sea Lions and whales. We didn't see any humpback or minke. We saw a playful pod of transient Orcas with a young juvenile. The waves were getting pretty gnarly at around 5 feet. If you have a queasy stomach, you may want to double check with the Captain.
We had a great time and would do it again.
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Sutwin607
July 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
We did see orcas
Fun experience but since this was our 3rd time whale watching we knew what to expect. Very pleasant captain and mate, but there was a lot of driving and not much diversity in what we were seeing. I also think there is normally some kind of discount when booking several people, and most tours offer some kind of refreshment. Even a can of coke and bag of chips would be appreciated, and expected at this price point.
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kimberleyo634
July 25, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great intro to the San Juans with a bonus whale sighting
Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Small boat provides intimate experience and access to views. The seals and sea lions were cool. We saw two humpback whales which is beyond staff control, but not what we were expecting.
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L3166HUalexh
July 21, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour
We saw orcas and even a gray whale! We also saw sea lions, seals, and dolphins. I really enjoyed it.
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ecowens
July 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great for families!
Chaz and Harry were great with my special needs child - so kind and professional. I really appreciated Harry’s knowledge and fact sharing as well & Chaz’s driving + finding the whales!
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