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Wildlife and Whale Watching Tour
4.2
247 Ratings
Seattle
*Get up close and personal with magnificent transient orcas, minke and humpback whales as well as harbor seal and an array of seabirds
*Soak in stunning mountain, island and ocean vistas as you cruise through the Salish Sea
*Perfect for a quick escape while staying in Seattle!
*Get up close and personal with magnificent transient orcas, minke and humpback whales as well as harbor seal and an array of seabirds
*Soak in stunning mountain, island and ocean vistas as you cruise through the Salish Sea
*Perfect for a quick escape while staying in Seattle!
Duration:
5 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Pike Place Market - The tour begins at Pier 69, located along the historic Alaskan Way, just a short walk from the renowned Pike Place Market.
- Space Needle - Setting off from Pier 69 on Seattle’s downtown waterfront, the vessel embarks on its journey into Elliott Bay. As the boat departs, passengers are treated to a clear view of the Seattle…
- Pike Place Market - The tour begins at Pier 69, located along the historic Alaskan Way, just a short walk from the renowned Pike Place Market.
- Space Needle - Setting off from Pier 69 on Seattle’s downtown waterfront, the vessel embarks on its journey into Elliott Bay. As the boat departs, passengers are treated to a clear view of the Seattle skyline, with the iconic Space Needle prominently visible to the right. The city’s skyscrapers line the shore, and the lively waterfront gradually recedes into the distance. This smooth and picturesque start to the trip offers excellent photo opportunities and a unique view of Seattle from the water.
- Salish Sea - Departing from Pier 69 on the Seattle waterfront, just under a mile from famous landmarks like Pike Place Market and the Space Needle, the whale and marine wildlife tour provides an exciting chance to explore the natural beauty of the Salish Sea. Participants can search for orcas, humpback whales, gray whales, and minke whales in their natural environment. Along the way, there may be sightings of seals, sea lions, porpoises, bald eagles, and other marine birds. A naturalist is on board to offer expert commentary and answer questions, enhancing understanding of the local ecosystem, whale behavior, and conservation efforts. The tour adheres to respectful wildlife viewing guidelines to ensure a safe and sustainable experience for both guests and animals. With comfortable seating, panoramic views, and ample photo opportunities, this tour blends adventure, education, and unforgettable wildlife encounters.

What's Included
- All applicable taxes and surcharges included
- 3.5-hour whale watching tour
- Expert onboard naturalist
- All applicable taxes and surcharges included
- 3.5-hour whale watching tour
- Expert onboard naturalist
What's Not Included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Location
2701 Alaskan Wy
Alaskan Way
Please arrive at the FRS Clipper Terminal, located on Seattle's waterfront at Pier 69, 45 minutes prior to scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(247 Ratings)
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Edg754
Nov 9, 2025
Great experience at an affordable price - We had a wonderful relaxing couples get-away. The staff were friendly, helpful, and you could tell they enjoyed their jobs. We got to see three groups of whales in the 5 hours we were on the water. It was so beautiful and peaceful.
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Ergumam
Oct 27, 2025
Beautiful day - I had a great time, it was informative and glorious to see the wildlife in its habitat. I highly recommend it.
The staff was fantastic
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Maggiemae35
Oct 19, 2025
Great whale watching experience - The trip was wonderful. We saw a humpback whale for about 30 minutes. The weather was iffy so we headed back in after that, but we left satified.
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Becky_g
Oct 18, 2025
Wonderful trip.... - Wonderful trip. Recommend. Comfortable seats. Knowledgeable staff. Lots of pictures of a humpback whale.
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Mark_b
Nov 5, 2025
Whale Watching in Seattle - Very nice boat. We saw a pod of 9-10 Orcas (2 families). Naturalist knew all about each whale and provided detailed info about all of the adults. Downside was about 90 minutes each way to see the whales. Very little narrative about the communities we passed by, history of the area, etc. which we would have appreciated because it was our first visit to the Northwest. The narrative would made this a 5-star trip.
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Daren
Oct 15, 2025
Worth the money - The boat and seating were good, as well as the staff. Very accommodating. While we did see whales and some sea lions, no orcas unfortunately.
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433kerriannq
Oct 13, 2025
Good trip. Would recommend - Great trip. Very informative. We were lucky enough to spot a humpback whale quite quickly and were able to spend a decent amount of time observing. My only criticism would be that they may want to reconsider selling alcohol onboard. We had a woman near us that had clearly had a few too many mimosas that did start to ruin our experience
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530pamelar
Oct 25, 2025
Very disappointed - After booking through a 3rd party, we were told my husband would be seated not anywhere near us, due to mobility issues this was a problem! We also were expecting to see orcas but we didnt see any, and we only saw humpback whales/ seals and sea lions (there site only states to see whales) i also asked the guide when we left the boat who stated that the orcas were so limited that no one goes near them!!
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Ilaseo_l
Oct 14, 2025
Boat ride - You may not see much of the whales. The weather was nice. The premium window seats are not a priority as most of my viewing was from the observation area on the bow.
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Shadan_a
Oct 19, 2025
A bit underwhelming since... - A bit underwhelming since we didn’t see many whales. There was just one whale roaming and not enough time.
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