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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
3-4 Hours | Guaranteed Whales
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.
8 AM Early Bird Whale Watch
Guaranteed Whales
Only $79 | As low as $69
3-4 Hours | 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 Sunset Whale Watch
Come Back Free Guarantee
3-4 Hours | 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
6-7 Hours | Guaranteed Orcas
May 17 | July 15 | Sept. 11
For those seeking more time on the water and more wildlife, we are thrilled to introduce our inaugural set of full-day excursions departing May 17th, July 15th, and September 11th. These 6-7 hour tours provide us with a broader range and the opportunity to spend more time with whales and other marine life. Dedicate your day to adventure with us!
Extended Range Whale Watch
10-12 Hours | Guaranteed Orcas
June 21 | August 23
Complimentary Fully Catered Food
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. 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.
More Tours with Island Adventures
Multi-Day Expeditions
Our most anticipated adventure yet: a premium small group excursion crafted specifically for wildlife photography.
Join us on the expedition of a lifetime. For three days, we’ll explore the San Juan Islands and the straits far to the west and north in search of the extraordinary. Relax as we cruise comfortably on our luxury 38-foot Lindell, enjoying complementary breakfasts, lunches, drinks, snacks, an indoor heated cabin, three unique viewing platforms, and so much more.
4th of July
Whale Watch and Fireworks Cruise
5 PM Departure | Boarding at 4:40 PM
At Island Adventures, we're offering a special 4th of July whale, wildlife, and fireworks cruise out of Anacortes, Washington. The 3-4 hour tour will depart at 5 PM in search of whales and wildlife before sunset, then we'll position ourselves for a front-row view of the fireworks display. Our full menu will be available and features Beecher's Mac and Cheese, Nathan's hot dogs, beer, wine, and more!
Historical Cruise
3 Hour Circumnavigation of Fidalgo Island
June 5 | August 20
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!
Private Tours
Custom Tour Length
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.