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Marine Vessel

Osprey

Perfect for large groups & parties
All Aboard Osprey!

Osprey is the largest vessel in our fleet. Coast Guard approved for 126 passengers and crew, this boat is ready to host your group event, party, or private charter! Osprey runs our Classic Whale Watch and Wildlife Safari daily in June through August.

 

 

Marine Vessel Osprey

Osprey Quick Facts

Osprey Highlights

  • 126 Passengers
  • No age restrictions
  • Two comfortable restrooms
  • Full wrap-around observation deck
  • Two different level viewing decks
  • Inside cabin area with bench seats and tables
  • Galley on board, with snacks and beverages available for purchase (upon request)
  • Indoor and outdoor seating Audio system available by request

4-Hour Charter: $6,395 + taxes and fees

Tour Schedule
Tours Aboard Osprey
Classic Whale Watch from Friday Harbor

Classic Whale Watch & Wildlife Tour @ Friday Harbor

  • 3-4 hours on the water 
  • Departs from Friday Harbor
  • Marine Naturalist(s) for questions
  • Heated inside the cabin area
  • Comfortable restroom(s)
  • Great for families and small kids

Adult: $125.00
Child: $89.00

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Private Charters & Groups

We offer custom private tour experiences for groups of 1 to 100 participants, focusing on seamless service, complimentary itinerary planning, and personalized attention to detail.  Arrange a private activity for a variety of groups and occasions!

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Birding Safari

Charter one of our boats for a Birding Safari which is 3 - 4 hours in search of birds and wildlife in obscure coves and backwaters of the San Juan Islands.  Come see all the wildlife that the great Pacific Northwest has to offer!

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  • Whale flag flying with Mt. Baker in the distance on a sunny day
  • pc: Olivia Ellman, San Juan Safaris
  • People enjoying the Classic tour on the Osprey bow
Whale Reports from Osprey
Read about our recent sightings aboard Osprey!

Our naturalists love to share their exciting adventures on the water. These reports include photos and information about the wildlife encouters on recent tours!

Humpback Whale in the Strait of Georgia

Family Favorite Humpback Whale Flukes in Salish Sea

Olivia | M/V Osprey | May 31st, 2021 | 12:30pm

Congratulations to anyone in the islands today- it was officially the hottest day all year! We spend every day out on the water with multiple layers on despite the temperature because these waters stay around 47 degrees year-round. With that wind flooding off the cool water, it makes for chilly trips even in the dead of summer. Lucky us! We had a lack of wind, blue skies stretched as far as we could see, and degrees. In the 3 years I...

Humpback Whale in Salish Sea

Breaching Humpback Whale Trio in the Strait of Georgia

Olivia | M/V Osprey | May 30th, 2021 | 12:30pm

Our sunny Sunday started off with heaps of Pigeon Guillemots exploring the inner Friday Harbor as we slowly made our way out of the hustle and bustle of the holiday traffic. Scouting out reports from multiple directions around the San Juan Islands, we made the decision to head north up San Juan Channel in the direction of the outer islands!

We were able to pass not only more Pigeon Guillemots, but also Rhinoceros Auklets, a variety of...

Gray Whale in Salish Sea

Surprise Gray Whale Fluking Near Cattle Point Lighthouse

Olivia | M/V Osprey | May 29th, 2021 | 12:30pm

Kicking off Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend, we left the dock with Koma Kulshan (Mount Baker) standing tall on the blue horizon as the water below sparkled in the mid-morning sun. Captain Gabe decided to start our adventures south through San Juan Channel. With the glassy water laid out in front of us, it made our ventures easy to spot Harbor Porpoise surfacing for a warm breath of air. These chocolate chip dorsal fins really stand out...

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