The Only Seattle Wildlife & Whale Watching Tour

The Only Seattle Wildlife & Whale Watching Tour

FROM $129 + taxes and fees.
Additional pricing info

Availability

May 1 - 17 (Fri - Sun)
May 21 - Oct 11 (Daily)
Oct 15 - Oct 31 (Thur - Sun)
Nov 1 - Nov 15 (Sat - Sun)

Trip duration

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
2:30 PM - 6:30 PM (Jun 12 - Sep 6)

Route

Seattle→ Salish Sea→ Seattle

Experience the wonder of whales and the Salish Sea, departing from downtown Seattle.

Launching from Pier 69 on Seattle’s iconic waterfront, this is the city’s only wildlife and whale watching tour to depart directly from downtown. Cruise into Puget Sound and the Salish Sea in search of orcas and humpback whales, as well as the region’s many other exciting residents, including porpoises, seals, sea lions, bald eagles, gray whales, and more. Along the way, our experienced naturalists bring the area’s wildlife and maritime history to life, sharing the stories and tales of the Salish Sea’s ecology and the waterways that have shaped the Pacific Northwest. Stay warm and comfortable in the heated cabin, enjoy a complimentary photo package, and choose from a locally sourced food and drink menu onboard. Whale sightings are guaranteed, or receive a free tour on a future date.

Itinerary & Map

Depart directly from Pier 69 on Seattle’s waterfront aboard the Emerald Clipper, our high-speed whale watching vessel. Tours explore marine wildlife throughout the Salish Sea, with viewing locations varying by day and conditions (north or south of Seattle) to maximize wildlife encounters.

Schedule:

May 1 – May 31:
11:30 AM: Begin boarding
12:00 PM: Depart Pier 69 in Seattle
12:30 PM to 3:30 PM: Whale & Sealife Search
4:00 PM*: Arrive Pier 69 in Seattle

June 1 – October 1:
8:30 AM: Begin boarding
9:00 AM: Depart Pier 69 in Seattle
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM: Whale & Sealife Search
1:00 PM*: Arrive Pier 69 in Seattle

Additional Sailings June 12 – September 27:
2:00 PM: Begin boarding
2:30 PM: Depart Pier 69 in Seattle
3:00 PM to 6:00 PM: Whale & Sealife Search
6:30 PM*: Arrive Pier 69 in Seattle

*NOTE:  Return time to Seattle may be earlier based on whale and sealife sighting locations.

Terms & Conditions

Prices vary by season. Prices listed are minimum prices per adult. Taxes & fees not included

  • Whale sightings guaranteed: If you do not see whales during your Seattle Whale Watching Tour, you will receive a voucher for a complimentary trip good to use for one year from date of tour.
  • 1 child (1-11 yrs. old) is half of applicable adult fare.
  • Within 48 hours prior to travel; the reservation is non-refundable, non-changeable and noncancelable.
  • Washington state sales tax and fees not included.
  • Restrictions apply, subject to change.
2026
Adult
Child (1-11 years)
May 18 to Jun 11 Fri-Sun
$139
$70
May 18 to Jun 11 Mon-Thur
$129
$65
Jun 12 to Sep 6
$144
$72
Sep 7 to Oct 11 Fri-Sun
$139
$70
Sep 7 to Oct 11 Mon-Thur
$129
$65
Oct 31 to Nov 15
$129
$65

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