Guaranteed whales on every whale watch.
Island Adventures was one of the first companies to guarantee whales in the San Juan Islands. We are the leaders in whale sightings with an overall sighting success rate over 97%. The guarantee isn't a stand-by pass and there are no blackout dates, it's an offer to come again for 50% off your next tour in hopes of fulfilling our guests' wish to see whales.
Island Adventures Whale Guarantee
3-4 Hour Signature Whale Watch (8AM, 10AM, 1PM, 3PM)
If you happen to be on one of the rare tours that do not see a whale (gray, humpback, orca, or minke) you will receive a 50% off voucher to book a return reservation, online, for any available 3-4 hour Signature Whale Watch. This voucher will not have an expiration date.
5PM 3-4 Hour Signature Whale Watch
If you happen to be on one of the rare evening 5PM tours that does not see a whale (gray, humpback, orca, or minke) you will have an opportunity to ride again for FREE on another available 3-4 hour Signature Whale Watch.
Full-Day Whale Watch
If you don't see orcas on the full-day whale watch, you get to come again for FREE on any of our other Full-Day or Signature Whale Watches.
Extended Range Tour
If you do not see orcas on an Extended Range whale watch, you get to come again for FREE for ANY of our available whale watches.
4th of July Whales and Fireworks
If we do not see a whale whale (gray, humpback, orca, or minke) during the specialty 4th of July 5PM Whale and Fireworks cruise you will receive a 50% off voucher to book a return reservation, online, for any available 3-4 hour Signature Whale Watches. This voucher will not have an expiration date.
Historical Tour
This tour is focused on the rich history of Fidalgo Island and the surrounding area. Whales are not guaranteed on this tour. With that said, if there happens to be whales in the vicinity of our route we will do our best to view them. We are whale people after all!
Guaranteed Whale Watch Tours
Signature Whale Watch
Guaranteed Whales
3-4 Hour Tours | February-November
Our flagship tour offers a wide variety of departure times throughout the season. Departure times vary throughout the season, but this expanded schedule provides guests with more potential adventures to pick from and greater flexibility to accommodate your schedule. Our signature whale watch is signature for a reason, look no further for the best everyday value in whale watching!
8 AM Early Bird Whale Watch
Guaranteed Whales
4 Hour Tours | Fridays and Saturdays in July & August
Join us every Friday and Saturday in July and August for this specialty 4-hour morning whale watch. It maybe an early morning, but we have coffee! For just $79 per person you get to be one of the first boats out of the harbor, have an extra hour on the water, and have the thrill of joining in the search and being the first to find whales and wildlife for the day!
5 PM Signature Whale Watch
Guaranteed Whales
4 Hour Tours | Fridays and Saturdays in July & August
Our signature tour just got better! Join us every Friday and Saturday in July and August for this specialty 3-4 hour evening whale watch. With a full day's worth of wildlife and whale knowledge our chances of seeing whales is high! We are so confident in the sighting success of this tour that if you don't see whales, you get to come again for FREE on any other Signature Whale Watch!
Full-Day Whale Watch
Guaranteed Orcas
6-7 Hour Tours | May 17, July 15, and Sept. 11
For those seeking more time on the water, we are thrilled to offer Full-Day Whale Watches. These extended 6-7 hour tours not only provide us with a broader range but also offer an opportunity to spend more time with whales and other wildlife.
Extended Range Whale Watch
Guaranteed Orcas
10-12 Hour Tours | June 21st and August 23rd
Our 10-12 hour Extended Range tours offer the ultimate whale and wildlife adventure. These specialty trips are designed for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and true adventurers. We’re excited to announce two Extended Range Tours in 2026 on June 21st and August 23rd. Plan ahead, pick your dates, and book early… these tours are a favorite!
Online Reservations
Make a reservation online with our secure system and receive an immediate email confirmation.
Whale Report
See what we've seen on the water. There's a detailed account from every tour since 2003!