The Victoria Star 2 is still out on our San Juan Adventure cruise today, but we just got word from our captain that they found a group of playful transient Orca whales just off Patos Island this afternoon. Check back later, when we will have photos of this group.
Tag: Whale Watching
San Juan Islands / Whale Watching Report – 5/21/2011
It was a great day for whale watching in the San Juan Islands! We normally pick a route in the morning, on the way to Friday Harbor, that has the best chance for seeing Orca whales. Well, we did that, finding a group just off the west side of San Juan Island. After watching them… Continue reading San Juan Islands / Whale Watching Report – 5/21/2011
San Juan Islands / Whale Watching Report – 5/19/2011
We went out on a educational whale watching field trip today with 3 Western Washington schools and had a great day out in the islands. We found a group of playful seals out on Matia Island, but the highlight of the day was a group of Orca whales up north near Active Pass. We were… Continue reading San Juan Islands / Whale Watching Report – 5/19/2011
San Juan Islands / Whale Watching Report – 5/16/2011
We are underway doing our San Juan Adventure cruise for a tour group, and just 1 1/2 hours into the trip we are already on the scene with a group of Orca whales (J-pod) right in the heart of the San Juans. Check back later for photos!
San Juan Islands / Whale Watching Report – 5/15/2011
The weather could have been better – it was a rainy, foggy day out on the water (calm though – winds were light). However, that didn’t matter much when we were treated to the sight of Minke Whales at Salmon Bank (west of San Juan Islands) and later, Orca Whales (J-Pod). They were breaching, splashing,… Continue reading San Juan Islands / Whale Watching Report – 5/15/2011
San Juan Islands / Whale Watching Report – 5/14/2011
Today ended up being a great day in the San Juan Islands, with rain only coming for a short spell in the afternoon. The day started off with a group of Harbor Seals and Bald Eagles on Viti Rocks. Later, we found a fun group of Minke whales south of Lopez Island, several Dall’s porpoises… Continue reading San Juan Islands / Whale Watching Report – 5/14/2011
San Juan Islands / Whale Watching Report – 5/08/2011
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
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
