Whale Watching + Deception Pass Tour from Seattle
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The ONLY Whale Watching tour with hotel pickup in Seattle!
Most whale sightings in the Puget Sound happen near the San Juan Islands - make the most of your day and explore Deception Pass before your Whale-watching cruise!
Journey north of Seattle to Deception Pass State Park, a Pacific Northwest hidden gem with views that rival our National Parks! Explore the old growth forest among the jagged cliffs and secret coastlines before enjoying a seasonal catered picnic lunch. After lunch, we'll drive up to Anacortes and join our partners, Outer Island Excursions, on a 3-hour Wildlife and Whale Watching boat tour. The Outer Island Excursions Captain and Naturalist will share information about the Salish Sea while we cruise around the channels in search of whales and other wildlife. Our all-inclusive small-group day trip is limited to 10 travelers. We also bring assorted snacks, water, and other cold beverages for the day. Don’t worry about a thing.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reserve now
Check a date here, then finish booking with our partner. Payment options are confirmed at checkout.
Duration 10.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Variety of non-alcoholic drinks, sparkling water, and water provided.
- Lots of snacks available throughout the day
- Seasonal picnic lunch by our local, female owned caterer.
- TripAdvisor "Hall of Fame" professional naturalist guide
- Pick-up and drop-off at your Downtown Seattle hotel or rental.
- Transportation in a Ford Transit Passenger van (2022 or newer)
- All park entry fees are covered
Not included
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Gratuities for Marine Naturalist/Captain on boat tour
- Gratuities for Driver/Guide
Itinerary
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Stop 1
We start our tour with pick up in Downtown Seattle! After pickups, we'll head north.
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Stop 2
Our first destination is Deception Pass State Park! Known as Washington's favorite state park, we'll spend some time here exploring trails in the old growth forest along the rocky coastline of Whidbey and Fidalgo Islands. If the tides are low, we'll spend some time beachcombing!
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Stop 3
After lunch, we'll drive to Anacortes to join our partner, Outer Island Excursions, for their Wildlife and Whale watching tour! We’ll journey through the Salish Sea on a quest for Orcas, Humpbacks, Grays, & Minke Whales. We prioritize finding Orcas amongst the San Juan Islands, but we also frequently encounter seals, sea lions, porpoises, otters, eagles, and many sea birds.
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Stop 4
Disembark back in Anacortes, and we'll start the journey back to Seattle.
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Stop 5
We'll end our day back in Seattle with drop off back at your hotel!
Meeting point & pickup
Pickup available, or meet at the start point
We'll pick you up where you're staying in Downtown Seattle including any hotel, Airbnb, hostels, and the port. If you are staying outside our legal downtown pick-up zone, we are happy to meet you at our default pick up location—The Sheraton Grand Hotel.
We will call/text/email the afternoon of day prior to your tour to confirm your pick-up location and exact pick-up time. No need to check-in before we contact you (unless you have a question, of course!).
How to get there
Pickup is available from 73 listed hotels. Exact pickup time is confirmed after booking.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
- May be cancelled for bad weather
- May be cancelled if there are not enough travelers
Confirmation within 24 hours
The supplier reviews your request and usually confirms within 24 hours.
From $368.00 per person
- Free cancellation
- Secure checkout with our booking partner
