Seattle Wildlife & Whale Watching Tours
Seattle Wildlife & Whale Watching Tour
Departing from Pier 69 on the Seattle waterfront, FRS Clipper is the only Wildlife & Whale Watching tour departing from downtown Seattle.
First Stories of the Salish Sea
Experience the Salish Sea on an Indigenous-led whale watching tour created with Taproot Travel Co. Hear local stories, learn about Indigenous history and culture, enjoy traditional tea and bites from Native entrepreneurs, and watch for whales, seals, and other wildlife.
Experience the Salish Sea on an Indigenous-led whale watching tour created with Taproot Travel Co. Hear local stories, learn about Indigenous history and culture, enjoy traditional tea and bites from Native entrepreneurs, and watch for whales, seals, and other wildlife.
Seattle's only whale watching adventure begins at Pier 69!
Out on the Salish Sea, you might encounter humpbacks feeding, killer whales hunting, gray whales cruising plus bald eagles overhead, and seals and sea lions along the way. With our Whale Sightings Guarantee, you can book with confidence; if you don’t see whales, your next tour is on us.
Every trip also includes a complimentary photo package, so you can stay in the moment while we capture it for you.
Trusted by Over 2,800 Happy Travelers on TripAdvisor
"Highly recommend! Great time with my son seeing the natural beauty and marine life of the northwest. Everything I had hoped it would be."
Todd B, Sept 2025 TripAdvisor
"Very educational, informative and in nature. Not overly crowded, great facilities with restroom, food and comfortable seating available."
The Perdues, Sept 2025 TripAdvisor
"Wonderful trip, we saw many pods of orcas. The weather was perfect. And the crew was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend, just beautiful scenery."
Kim, June 2025 TripAdvisor
