Yesterday we were lucky enough to see J-pod twice from the Victoria Star 2. First, we saw them on the way to Victoria, just off Bird Rocks, then we saw them on the way back at Salmon Bank. We saw the same group on the Island Commuter, during our whale watching tour from Friday Harbor.
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Lots & Lots Of Whales!
The Orca whale sightings have been great over the last couple of weeks. On one of our Victoria cruises we even hit what our captain called a “trifecta”, with sightings of 3 different species – Orcas, Minkes and a Gray whale. The weather has been kinda so-so in recent days, but the forecast is calling… Continue reading Lots & Lots Of Whales!
Orca Whales At Turn Point Lighthouse – 6/13/10
The weather was beautiful yesterday afternoon – we had a great day on the water. We were lucky to spot J-pod near the Turn Point lighthouse on Stuart Island. We also spotted a few Minke whales as well. We’re in the middle of peak season for whale spotting, so now’s a great time to go… Continue reading Orca Whales At Turn Point Lighthouse – 6/13/10
Transient Orca Whales Again (5/31)
On today’s whale watch we spotted transient Orca whales again – this time they were just south of Lopez Island. Usually the resident Orca whales (J, K & L pods) are the ones we see most often this time of the year, with transient Orcas making a rare appearance here and there. This season seems… Continue reading Transient Orca Whales Again (5/31)
Memorial Day Weekend Trips To The San Juan Islands & Victoria, BC
The long holiday weekend is coming up – a perfect time to take a trip to the San Juan Islands or Victoria, BC. We still have space available on our cruises this Friday, Saturday, Sunday or Monday. Reservations for our trips to the San Juan Islands or Victoria can be made through our website, or… Continue reading Memorial Day Weekend Trips To The San Juan Islands & Victoria, BC
Transient Orcas Spotted Today (Sunday 5/23)
The Island Commuter is out this afternoon viewing a group of transient Orcas, just south of Vancouver Island. Hopefully our Victoria Star passengers will also see them on our 5pm departure from Victoria as well!
Gray Whale Spotted Off Smith Island Yesterday (5/21)
On our whale watching tour yesterday (5/21) we spotted a Gray Whale just off Smith Island (which is located between Lopez and Whidbey Islands). We still have space for our upcoming whale watching tours on Sunday and Monday and the weather forecast is pretty decent (especially Monday).
Recent Orca Whale Sightings
We started our cruises to Victoria, the San Juan Islands and whale watching on April 30th this season, and have had lots of great whale sightings so far. Of the three resident pods of Orca whales, we’ve seen J and L pods so far, but have also been lucky with finding transient Orcas and a… Continue reading Recent Orca Whale Sightings
First Whale Watch Of 2010 – Orca Whales Seen West Of San Juan Island
Today was our first whale watching trip of the 2010 season, and our passengers were treated to a great day with Orca whales from J-pod, just off the western side of San Juan Island. The rain managed to stay away and the winds were calm – all in all not a bad start to the… Continue reading First Whale Watch Of 2010 – Orca Whales Seen West Of San Juan Island
Island Commuter Service To The San Juan Islands Starts Friday April 30
Our Island Commuter service from Bellingham to the San Juan Islands starts up again on April 30th. Beat the summer crowds with a trip out to the islands! We offer departures every Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday from April 30 – June 7, with daily service starting on June 11. Departing at 9:3o am, we… Continue reading Island Commuter Service To The San Juan Islands Starts Friday April 30
