Join us for a full-day whale watching adventure like no other!
Experience a full day at sea for our 10-12 hour extended-range tours! These specialty tours will travel deep into the western Strait of Juan de Fuca in search of massive groups of humpback whales. With the additional time on the water, we’ll have the opportunity to venture further than any of our other tours. If you’re used to watching whales in the San Juan Islands, this tour will leave you speechless!
New for 2023!
Due to the popularity of our first-ever extended range tour, we’ve added an additional tour!
Check out the options below!
June Extended Range Tour
June 21st, 2023
8:00 AM Departure — 7:30 AM Boarding
10-12 Hours
Limited Passengers — Extra Crew
$199 plus tax and fees per person
Please note that because this is a specialty tour, any gift certificates purchased for the 4-5 hour Anacortes tour do not apply.
August Deluxe Extended Range Tour
August 30th, 2023
6:00 AM Departure — 5:30 AM Boarding
10-12 Hours
Limited Passengers — Extra Crew
$249 plus tax and fees per person
This also includes a special event on August 29th! Join us for a pre-trip naturalist presentation the the evening before the tour (August 29th). More information coming soon!
Please note that because this is a specialty tour, any gift certificates purchased for the 4-5 hour Anacortes tour do not apply.
March 2024 Extended Range Tour
March 31st, 2024
8:00 AM Departure — 7:30 AM Boarding
10-12 Hours
Limited Passengers — Extra Crew
$199 plus tax and fees per person
Please note that because this is a specialty tour, any gift certificates purchased for the 4-5 hour Anacortes tour do not apply.
All extended range tours include an exclusive shirt!
Island Explorer 5
The Island Explorer 5 is simply the best whale watching vessel anywhere.
She is 98' long, 30' wide with a cruise speed of over 25 knots. She is also incredibly quiet which will enhance your whale watching experience. 20+ years of whale watching experience has gone into the design of the Island Explorer 5. She has three full walk-around outside viewing decks with cathedral bow seating that provides more outside viewing area than any tour boat in the region. There are also two large heated cabins with seating for all guests, state of the art A/V system, and large comfortable bathrooms. Onboard guests will enjoy our South of the Border Cafe with hot food, snacks, beer, and wine for sale.
Vessel features:
- Front Row Viewing: Outside rail viewing space on one side of the boat for all guests
- Indoor heated seating for all passengers
- Three viewing decks for the best possible vantage point over the water
- Best galley menu of any tour vessel in the area – fresh and changing with the seasons
- High-speed catamaran with speeds capable of 25+ knots, giving us one of the largest ranges in the industry
- AED onboard with highly trained/qualified staff and crew
Questions?
Check out our other tours!
Our guaranteed whale watching tours have made us the #1 whale watching company in the Pacific Northwest. Join a signature 4-5 hour whale watch or explore a private charter for a custom adventure on the water!
Anacortes
One of the best opportunities to see wild orcas is right here in the San Juan Islands, March through October. The Salish Sea is home to one of the richest varieties of marine life on the planet. There's no better place to view the booming population of Bigg's, or mammal-eating killer whales. In addition to orcas, humpback whales, minke whales, and gray whales are also frequently seen throughout the year.
Private Charters
We'll craft a custom adventure for your next family, company, or crew outing.
Island Adventures is known as the area's premier whale watching company, but we also offer private charters throughout the year. The Island Explorer 5 features a full walk around lower deck, two upper viewing decks, great sound systems, heated cabins, galley service, two restrooms, and the best crew in the area. Whether it is a whale watching tour, wedding, corporate team building event, or a family reunion, give us a call and we will help you set up an event your guests will never forget.