The 2 Wildlife Trips near Seattle That Earn Their Price

1.Half-Day Wildlife and Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 378 reviews · 4 hours · from $148Our pick

Cruise Seattle’s Salish Sea from Pier 69 for 3 to 5 hours with an English-speaking naturalist. Watch for orcas, humpback, gray, and minke whales, plus seals, sea lions, porpoises, and bald eagles. Food, drinks, binoculars, and window-seat upgrades are available for purchase.

“I enjoyed the wildlife and whale watching cruise and thought the guides were informative. We were able to see a sea lion, many bird species, and two whale species. The food was good and not too pricey. overall, a good experience from start to finish.”

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2.Only Wildlife and Whale Watching Tour Leaving from Seattle

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 248 reviews · 3 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $153

From downtown Seattle’s Pier 69, cruise the Salish Sea for 3 to 5 hours with an onboard naturalist such as Allison. Watch for orcas, humpbacks, seals, porpoises, and bald eagles, with standard or premium seating, open viewing areas, and a galley serving food and drinks.

“Excellent whale watching tour with a friendly staff and excellent views of the water. I learned a lot and also saw 2 types of whales, orca and a humpback whale. I also like that the staff takes photos of the whales that are spotted too.”

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