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At Island Adventures, we pride ourselves on being the most experienced and dedicated whale watching company in Washington state. It's no fluke that our tour has been voted the best in the Northwest for years. Island Adventures holds the industry's highest success rate and was the first company to guarantee whale sightings on every tour. Our team of highly qualified crew set us apart from the competition. We boast more than 100 years of combined experience in the islands and have led excursions for hundreds of thousands of satisfied guests over 29 years of business. Experience counts!
Guaranteed Whale Watch Tours
Signature Whale Watch
3-3.5 Hour Tours
February-November
Our flagship tour has a brand-new trip duration with a wide variety of departure times throughout the season. 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 value in whale watching.
Full-Day Tours
6-7 Hour Excursions
September 19
For those seeking more time on the water, we are thrilled to introduce our inaugural set of Full Day Excursions. 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 Tours
10-12 Hours
August 19
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 three Extended Range Tours in 2025 on June 20th and August 19th. Plan ahead, pick your dates, and book early… these tours are a favorite!
Our Guarantee
With a sighting success rate of over 97% since 1996, we rarely miss. With our guarantee, if you do not see a whale (orca whale, minke whale, humpback whale, or gray whale) with us, we invite you to come again for 50% off your next tour. We are dedicated to showing our guests whales, it’s that simple.
Date Range: Year-Round
Species Covered: Orca whales, humpback whales, minke whales, and gray whales.
Sightings Success Rate: over 97%
Our Guarantee: We guarantee whales or come again for 50% off your next tour.
More Tours from Island Adventures
Historical Tours
3 Hour Tour
August 22 | September 5
Island Adventures is partnering with the Anacortes Museum to provide unforgettable 3 hr historical adventures! Enjoy expert narration from local historians, photos from museum archives, scenic views, and wildlife sightings as we circumnavigate Fidalgo Island. We’ll highlight history surrounding Anacortes, Guemes Channel, early explorers, landmarks, and so much more. This evening cruise is a must for history buffs, local residents, and visitors desiring to learn more about our incredible region!
4th of July Fireworks Cruise
2 Hour Cruise
July 4th, 2025
Skip the hassle of finding a good spot for your folding chair this 4th of July and enjoy a front-row fireworks view! This year, our Independence Day celebration is dedicated to providing you with the best possible view of the fireworks—from the water. Our tour will depart at 9:00 PM, and we’ll head out of Cap Sante Marina to position ourselves with an unparalleled view of Anacortes’ breathtaking fireworks display.
Private Charters
Custom tour duration and departure time
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.
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!
Prepare for your tour
It’s better to be over-prepared than under-prepared. See our tips, suggestions, and frequently asked questions.
Our Guarantee
We guarantee whales on every tour!