Orcas Island: Whale and Orca Guided Speedboat Tour

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Orcas Island: Whale and Orca Guided Speedboat Tour

Before you book

Departs a dock on Orcas Island, reached only by Washington State Ferry from Anacortes, itself about 90 minutes north of Seattle. The listing says a ferry reservation is required.
The ferry ticket to Orcas Island is not included. A regional visitor bureau suggests two to three hours for the drive to Anacortes and 45 to 60 minutes of check-in before a reserved vehicle sailing.
Check in with the guide at the little building on the dock 30 minutes before departure; the speedboat has indoor and outdoor viewing platforms and bathrooms.
The listing states no duration and no free-return terms; it claims an over 98% chance of seeing whales, the operator's own figure. Free cancellation up to 2 days before; no weather-cancellation terms are stated.

About This Experience

Outer Island Excursions' speedboat leaves Orcas Island, reached from Seattle by a 90-minute drive to Anacortes and a state ferry (fare extra), to search for orca, humpback, minke and gray whales.

The sections below quote the operator's own listing. Where it says "we" or "us", that is the operator, so send questions such as dietary needs to them through your booking.

In the Operator's Own Words

Feel the majesty of the natural world on a whale-watching tour
Search for orca, humpback, minke, and gray whales in a speedboat
See whales and other local wildlife in their natural environment
Find out more about the whales with an onboard naturalist guide
Explore the scenic San Juan Island archipelago from Orcas Island

What's Included

✓ Whale-watching speedboat tour
✓ Naturalist guide

Not Included

Ferry ticket to Orcas Island

Good to Know

Orcas Island is an isolated island in the heart of the San Juans, only accessible by the WA state ferry system. Plan accordingly to arrive on Orcas Island with plenty of time before your tour departure