Private Tours
Be our guest on the best boat in the Northwest!
Island Adventures is known as the #1 whale-watching company in Washington state. We also offer private charters and have the ability to accommodate large groups year-round. If you are planning an event and looking for a floating venue, give us a call!
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, spacious restrooms, and the best crew in the area.
Whether it is a private whale-watching tour, a 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.
Private Tours on the Island Explorer 5
The Island Explorer 5 is the most state-of-the-art vessel on the entire West Coast, boasting impressive speed and high-tech electronics.
Island Explorer 5 went into service in 2017. She is USCG certified for 150 passengers. Inside and outside seating is available for all guests, making her perfect for large groups year-round. She has a state-of-the-art A/V system for presentations in the upper and lower salons with 7 flat screen TV’s and a great sound system. Our onboard Sea Store has non-alcoholic beverage packages, as well as beer and wine service available to add to your charter. Feel free to bring your own snacks and appatizers, or have your event catered by one of the great companies in the Anacortes area. IE5 was designed specifically for whale and wildlife tours but is so comfortable that it is great for large groups and private charters of any kind.
Private tour pricing varies depending on seasonality and length of tour.
Sample Private Tours
Are you looking for a fun employee appreciation outing, or have a large family reunion looking to whale watch? The Island Explorer 5 might be the right fit for you. From scenic cruises to Deception Pass to full whale-watching excursions, we can find the right fit for every group.
Island Explorer 5 is US Coast Guard certified for up to 150 guests and has three viewing decks, two indoor heated cabin spaces, two restrooms, and beverage packages available (including beer/wine). We have a variety of snacks that can be made available for sale, bring your own, or have food catered from one of the many options local here to Anacortes.
Email our office today with specifics about what you are looking for, the number of people, and the desired date range, and we will work with you to come up with the perfect private outing.
Private Whale Watch
Most appropriate for groups of 45+ guests or more.
3-3.5 Hours
$5,250 plus tax/fees
Departure dates and times are subject to availability
Evening Sunset Cruise
3 Hour Minimum
A scenic evening cruise with a flexible route depending on weather conditions. Some popular areas we can cruise are the Cone Islands, Deception Pass, or even a full circumnavigation of Fidalgo Island.
$1,500 plus tax/fees
Departure dates and times are subject to availability
Salish Sea Wedding
Getting married is a huge life event and we would love to be a part of it! The Island Explorer 5 is not your typical wedding venue; we don’t have extravagant decorations or floral arrangements, and we do not have a dance floor, or room for a fully plated, seated dinner. But what we don’t have is made up for by our state-of-the-art sound system to play your wedding playlist, or with our TVs to play a slideshow of photos, or simply by the beauty of the San Juan Islands. The Island Explorer 5 is an excursion vessel built for whale watching here in the gorgeous Pacific Northwest; bring your officiant and invite your guests for an amazing wedding adventure!
3 Hour Minimum Without Whale Watching
5 Hour Minimum With Whale Watching
March - Memorial Day
$1,500/hour plus tax/fees
Memorial Day - Labor Day
$2,000/hour plus tax/fees
Labor Day - October
$1,500/hour plus tax/fees
Departure dates and times are subject to availability
March - Memorial Day
$1,500/hour plus tax/fees
Memorial Day - Labor Day
$2,000/hour plus tax/fees
Labor Day - October
$1,500/hour plus tax/fees
Departure dates and times are subject to availability
Let us help you build the perfect tour.
The expertise of our crew does not stop with our experienced captains and naturalists on the water. From the moment you reach out, our top-tier office crew are standing by to help create a truly unique experience catered to the specific demands of your group. Our dedicated office team is ready to answer any questions you may have and help you with every step of the booking process.