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ONCE YOU'RE HERE YOU'LL BE AMAZED

Planning Your Whale Tour

Two Ferries to get to San Juan Island

FIRST THINGS FIRST

Getting to San Juan Island

Getting to Friday Harbor is part of the fun!

Travel through beautiful countryside on your way to the Anacortes ferry terminal to board a ferry to San Juan Island.  We've included driving directions from Seattle, Bellingham and Port Townsend/Whidbey Island. Check out alternate transportation options, including a seaplane from Seattle!

Binoculars

WHAT TO BRING

All the Things to Prepare

Make sure you have all the gear you need.

There are some things you just shouldn't forget while on the water.  Let's take a dive into the specifics, from clothes to accessories that you don't want to leave behind.

Shucking Oysters

WHERE TO STAY AND WHAT TO EAT

Accommodations and Restaurants

Our location right on the water makes for great, fresh, local seafood!

The restaurant scene in Friday Harbor, and all of San Juan Island, is rich and varied. Here we list easy-to-access options that are both tasty and unique.

Seattle Sky line

BIG CITY ACCESS

Staying In Seattle

Seattle is by turn cosmopolitan and casual, and visitors here can find both actives and lodging to suit their style.

Don't miss your opportunity to explore the Emerald City before or after your whale-watching safari.

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