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Wildlife and Whale Watching Tour
4.1
175 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:
3 hours, 30 minutes
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
4.1
(175 Ratings)
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Jeffrey_g
Jul 9, 2025
Nice time. Very comfy. - Whales aren’t guaranteed but we got a nice humpback and some minor mammals of the sea.
Good seating. A bit crowded on deck when there was a sighting.
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Climber57329567161
Jul 9, 2025
Whales - Staff was great. We had some rough waters but they were great about trying to keep us out of it. They let us know before we left it would be a longer than usual day because the whales were out farther than usual. Our naturalist was very informative and answered all questions. I would definitely use them again. They do have a parking lot they validate, call ahead to Elgin’s out which lot.
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Jq_nyc
Jul 3, 2025
Wow ! Humpback whales all around us ! - An amazing day. First time out whale watching but knew from experience shared that it can be quite frustrating and a bit of a hit and miss. We had to venture a bit further than normal, but luckily the current was in our favor.
We were so, so lucky to find ourselves surrounded by nearly 20 humpback whales including at least one female and her calf.
Great team, from captain to the naturalist on board who provided a wealth of information. Comfortable seats with table and also plenty of written literature on board from adult to kids to help pass the time as we sailed out in search of whales.
Highly recommend FRS Clipper.
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Paul_m
Jul 3, 2025
The crew did an awesome... - The crew did an awesome job finding whales and stay with the whales for plenty of time. Binoculars would be great to see up close.
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Michael
Jul 2, 2025
Fun, informative, and relaxing - We had a beautiful day with a long ride and great views of the mountains and other landmarks around the sound, capped off with some exciting wildlife encounters. The Naturalist, Allison, was engaging and educational and provided a lot of color on the history of the area in addition to some great wildlife and ecology. The boat was great and comfortable and it made for a very relaxing day.
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Antoinette_b
Jul 1, 2025
Do It - Enjoyable time and amazing seeing a Humpback whale breaching and “waving”. I would definitely go again if ever back in Seattle.
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Laurabr4925iu
Jul 11, 2025
Great - Saw a pod of orcas, a humpback and many sea lions. The crew was wonderful and great with our kids; they especially thought the portion of whale baleen was cool to see.
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Gay_m
Jul 3, 2025
An enjoyable sail - The boat was comfortable and clean. Staff were welcoming and knowledgeable. We especially enjoyed the information from the naturalist onboard. We were fortunate to see a pod of orcas and a humpback on a beautiful clear day. However, the views of the Sound would be reason enough for a cruise. (Plus the food was pretty good!)
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Randy_r
Jul 6, 2025
Can't get clise enough to... - Can't get clise enough to take own pics they sell a usb of pics they take for 30. Can't hear or understand the narrator. Dissappointed.
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Kevin_m
Jul 3, 2025
Booked two tickets... - Booked two tickets through Viator. When we arrived at the ferry location we were told they cancelled our reservations the prior day, despite showing our confirmation and bar code. We received no prior notification of our cancellation from the operator or Viator.
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