January 14 Update On Orca Whale L-87’s Movement – Headin' West

NOAA’s latest update on resident Orca Whale L-87, nicknamed Onyx, shows that he’s moving west, along with members of J-Pod. As of January 14th, they were out near Cape Flattery, the northwesternmost point of the contiguous United States. The whales were definitely on the move over the last four days, travelling about 300 miles or… Continue reading January 14 Update On Orca Whale L-87’s Movement – Headin' West

Whales & Wildlife Report – June 12 & 13, 2013

There weren’t any Orca whales to be found on the 12th or 13th, but that doesn’t mean there weren’t whales out there. On Wednesday we found a group of 3 Minke whales out on the west side of San Juan Island. That was topped by a rare sighting (for this time of the year) of… Continue reading Whales & Wildlife Report – June 12 & 13, 2013

San Juan Island Voted Top Island In The US By TripAdvisor

Big news from TripAdvisor yesterday! San Juan Island Voted Top Island 2013 TRIPADVISOR TRAVELERS’ CHOICE ISLANDS AWARD Friday Harbor, San Juan Islands, Washington, March 26 – Good things come in pairs, today San Juan Island was acknowledged as the top Island in the United States by TripAdvisor® Travelers’ Choice® Islands awards. Yesterday, President Obama established… Continue reading San Juan Island Voted Top Island In The US By TripAdvisor

Evening Magazine "Best Northwest Escapes" Contest

It’s that time of year again – King 5 / Evening Magazine in Seattle are running their “Best Northwest Escapes” contest. If you’ve taken one of our cruises in the past, we’d really appreciate your vote! Here’s the link: http://nwescapes.king5.com/san-juan-cruises/biz/587257

Sucia Island Picnic Cruises On Sundays From Bellingham

One of the true island gems of the San Juan’s lies up north on the Canadian border. San Juan Cruises can take you out to this exclusive jewel that is only accessible by private yacht or charter vessel. Bring your friends and family out for a beach picnic and nature walk on this stunning island.… Continue reading Sucia Island Picnic Cruises On Sundays From Bellingham

$5 Off Adult Whale Watch Adventure Tickets In 2013

This season, if you book your Whale Watching Adventure cruise with us at least a day in advance, either online or by phone, you’ll receive a $5 discount off each adult fare. Just use code W5 when booking online. All reservations made over the phone at least a day in advance will automatically receive this… Continue reading $5 Off Adult Whale Watch Adventure Tickets In 2013

UnWINEd On The Bay Schedule For 2013

We’ve released the schedule of our popular unWINEd On The Bay wine tasting cruise series. There will be even more cruises this season, due to popular demand, for a total of 10 cruises every Thursday throughout the summer. Many of the favorite themes will be back from last season, as well as a couple of… Continue reading UnWINEd On The Bay Schedule For 2013

Gift Certificates For Our 2013 Season Available

Treat your family, friends or co-workers to a unique Northwest experience with a San Juan Cruises gift certificate. Our tours will run May through September next year. There are several options available: –Our 8-hour San Juan Adventure day cruise, which includes a narrated whale watching tour through the scenic San Juan Islands, a 2 hour… Continue reading Gift Certificates For Our 2013 Season Available

Whales & Wildlife Report – 9/24 (Orca Whales – J & K Pods)

Another beautiful, calm day in the San Juan Islands, with two of the three resident pods of Orca whales spotted in the NW corner of the archipelago. We had a great time watching J and K pods from all sides of the boat, before our 2 hour shore visit in Friday Harbor, and the leisurely cruise home.