Adventure
Awaits
Explore the untouched beauty of the San Juan Islands with a unique whale watching and onshore hiking experience you’ll never forget.
Enchanting Trails
Close-up Wildlife Encounters
Customized Adventures
Every one of our excursions is different based on where the whales are that day and other wildlife we find on the island trails — no two outings are the same!
- 5-hour whale and wildlife search guided by our Marine Biology naturalist — we go where the whales go!
- Onshore exploration on remote islands that are off the ferry routes
- The landing craft boat allows us to get you to remote beaches you’d never see otherwise — plus, our smaller boat of up to 12 passengers gives you the chance to ask our crew questions throughout the adventure!
- Fun-loving local boat captains you’ll enjoy spending a day with
- Option to add-on locally made bagel sandwiches or bring your own lunch
- If you have a larger group or special occasion, contact us about private charter options to create an iconic experience for your group: 360-421-5589
Why you’ll love us
If you’re after something real — the thrill of spotting wildlife in their natural habitat, the serenity of hidden coves, and the raw beauty of the lesser-known San Juan Islands — you’re in the right place. This isn’t a crowded boat ride; it’s an off-the-grid adventure for those who want to experience the islands the way locals do.
Option to add a ridiculously good bagel sandwich from one of our favorite local spots. Good Bagels!
Wildlife. Trails. Wonder.
We’ll take you there.
San Juan Whale & Trail Adventures is a locally owned excursion company
Run by nature-loving boat captains operating out of Anacortes, WA, we bring our global experience to our natural paradise of wildlife and wonder here on the Salish Sea. Much more than just a basic “whale watching tour”, our boat takes you to the San Juan’s hidden gems that are inaccessible by ferries so you can go ashore and experience the untouched beauty of the animals and elements. Whether you’re a whale-obsessed wildlife enthusiast, a hard-working weekend adventurer here on vacation, or a local family hoping to see the secret side of the San Juans you’ve never had access to, we’ll make sure you feel like one of the family as we give you the “local” experience of the whales and trails we love most in the San Juan Islands. Beyond the ferry routes is where you’ll find the magic — unspoiled islands and unforgettable wildlife encounters. Come with us to explore the secret side of the San Juans, where whales and wilderness meet.
“This excursion is EPIC! The captain and naturalist are knowledgeable about the most remote areas, and the local lunch is delicious. Our trip was unforgettable — seeing whales up close and hiking on remote islands is something I’ll never forget!”
— Margo, Anacortes
San Juan Whales and Trails Adventure 