Our second trip of the season started off on a discouraging note when we heard that the Orca whales were going to be too far for us to see. However, we later heard that there were a couple of Humpback Whales off Mandarte Island in Haro Strait, so we were on our way. The photo… Continue reading San Juan Islands / Whale Watching Report – 5/08/2011
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Morning Showers Give Way To Sun On Our First Cruise Of The Season
We kicked off our 2011 season today with our first San Juan Adventure cruise into the San Juan Islands. After some early morning showers, the skies cleared and we’ve even seen a little bit of sun. If you’re looking for a last-minute Mother’s Day gift, why not take her for a fun day in the… Continue reading Morning Showers Give Way To Sun On Our First Cruise Of The Season
Natural History Cruise: Birds & Whales in the San Juan Islands
Join our guest on board naturalist, David Drummond, for an insightful and lively look at the birds, wildflowers and mammals of the San Juan Archipelago.  Venture into the San Juan Islands with us aboard the Viking Star, cruising our beautiful backyard islands with wildflowers like the Nooka Rose, while watching colorful Yellow-rumped Warblers flit and sing amongst… Continue reading Natural History Cruise: Birds & Whales in the San Juan Islands
San Juan Cruises #1 Bellingham Attraction On Tripadvisor
San Juan Cruises recently made it to the top of the list on Tripadvisor’s top attractions in Bellingham – thanks to everyone who has written a review for us so far! There are lots of other great local businesses on the list too – including the American Museum of Radio and Electricity, Mindport, Mount Baker… Continue reading San Juan Cruises #1 Bellingham Attraction On Tripadvisor
Gift Certificates For Our 2011 Season Available
Treat your family, friends or co-workers to a unique Northwest experience. We are offering gift certificates for our 2011 season. Our tours will run May through September this year. –Our brand new San Juan Adventure cruise, which includes a tour through the San Juan Islands, whale watching, a 2 hour shore visit in Friday Harbor,… Continue reading Gift Certificates For Our 2011 Season Available
Best Island Destination Vacation In Washington: San Juan Island
I just stumbled upon a great article about the San Juan Islands – it’s packed with information on activities, accomodations, and the history of this unique section of Washington State. Although we are currently closed for the winter, we will resume service into the islands in May 2011. It’s not too early to start planning… Continue reading Best Island Destination Vacation In Washington: San Juan Island
Victoria San Juan Cruises Is Closed For 2010 – Cruises To Resume May 2011
Thank you to everyone who took one of our sightseeing tours during the 2010 summer season. We are currently developing our schedule and pricing information for 2011, and will be updating our website shortly.
Four Resident Orca Calves Receive Names
Courtesy of the Friday Harbor Whale Museum: After several weeks of public voting with more than 7,500 votes counted, four Southern Resident Community Orca calves have new names! The newly named babies are: Moby (J-44), Star (J-46), Sooke (L-112), and Cousteau (L-113). (click to read more)
Whale Sightings – Friday August 27th
Yesterday (Friday) we spotted a group of transient Orca whales just off Waldron Island, the found a Minke whale near Flattop Island. We’ll be out there again today, looking for whales on our whale watching trips from Friday Harbor, as well as our tours to/from Victoria, BC
Orca Baby Born In The San Juan Islands
A new baby was born in L-Pod – L-47 (Marina) recently gave birth to Orca baby L-115. Our captain got this great shot of mother and child on one of our recent trips to Victoria.