Personal kayak tour out of deer harbor on orcas island my wife and i had an interesting time on our second open sea kayak tour. Several companies run these trips, some based in campbell river, some in the telegraph cove area. Orcas island kayaks offers affordable hourly kayak rentals. All san juan islands kayaking tours meet in friday harbor, washington on san juan island and then launch from a beach within the orca whale sanctuary. This amazing experience gets you away from the crowds to a remote island for almost twohours of serene paddling as you examine the areas coastal ecosystem. Kayak with whales base camp kayak tour 4 days admin 20200121t17. Families especially enjoy their time aboard the comfortable, enclosed vessels. How physically demanding is the day kayak tour the day kayak tour is best for those who have previous kayaking experience or who have good coordination skills and physical stamina this trip offers about 4. We also offer the orca whale adoption program through the whale museum. Orcas adventures is your water enjoyment hub here on lovely orcas island. Killer whale kayaking tours san juan islands kayak.
Anacortes kayak orcas island launch in eastsound, wa. Orca dreams offers fourday allinclusive tours from our luxury island camp site in the wildlife rich area of northern vancouver island, british columbia, canada. Venturing as far as 50 miles into canadian waters, whale watching excursions foster personal rapport between patrons and boatside orcas, gray whales, or humpback whales trying to learn human. Our main objective in founding this center is to create an educational space where visitors and residents of the island can glean knowledge of our diverse ecosystem here in the san juan islands, washington and surrounding areas. If you are traveling to orcas island in the summer months when the ferry lines are longer it. Kayak with killer whales, kayak washington state kayak san. Sea kayaking tours on orcas island san juan islands. A fun guide to sea kayaking tours in the san juan islands. Kayak during sunset, moonlight, on the lakes or to the outer islands. We also offer 3 hour, full day, and multiday sea kayaking tours departing from the westside of san juan island. We have been there before and usually bring our own boats, but our friends told us they had kayaks we could use.
The video was made in the killer whale sanctuary on the west side of san juan island, a few minutes from friday harbor, washington. Orcas is shaped like a pair of saddlebags, separated by fjordlike eastsound, and 2 prominent bays, westsound and deer harbor, on the southwest side. Click here to download all 12 months of killer whale watching data and be sure to zoom in to see. Killer whale kayaking tourssan juan islandkayak with. Orcas adventures boat and sup board rentals orcas island. Whale watching in the san juan islands is one of the most popular pastimes for tourists in washington state. Explore our sea kayak and camping tours for orca whale and bald eagle watching in the beautiful san juan islands of washington state. Orcas island offers kayaking, killer whales and serenity sfgate. Venturing as far as 50 miles into canadian waters, whalewatching excursions foster personal rapport between patrons and boatside orcas, gray whales, or humpback whales trying to learn human. When free willy ii was filmed in the san juan islands, one of our local whale watch operators played the coastal marine patrol and took the cast and crew out for a whale watch tour to see orca whales in their natural habitat.
The orca whale pods that frequent the san juans arent as common around orcas island. Buy one get one 50% off whale watching tours, promo code bogo. Kayak with whales, go whale watching and wilderness camping on your vancouver island adventure. Kayak whale watching in the san juan islands, seattle, washington. Outer island excursions offer highquality, unforgettable whale watching, marine and fishing charter experiences in the san juan islands of washington state.
Shearwater kayak tours eastsound 2020 all you need to. Kayak with whales kingfisher wilderness adventures kayak tours. We have just returned from a 4day trip in the johnston straits, billed as an orca kayaking trip. Sea kayaking is one of the top activities to do at orcas island for good reason. Olga,wa a very popular lodging, birdwatching, fishing and kayaking location. Killer whale kayaking tours san juan islands kayak with. Paddling along the calm coast lines of the san juan islands makes for a fun adventure for singles, couples, groups, and families. No experience is necessary to enjoy one of the premier kayak camping experiences in washington state. Watching the majestic orca from the water level while traveling in a silent kayak really makes for a special experience.
Friendly orca swims with snorkeler in new zealand bay upi. Guaranteed whale spotting on outer island excursions. And, all equipment including weatherproof outerwear and dry bags are provided. Whatever tour you choose, youll have the chance to see orcas, minke whales, harbor seals, dalls and harbor porpoise, bald eagles, ospreys. Kayak with whales san juan islands outdoor odysseys kayak tours. These intelligent whales have never injured a human in the wild. Orcas island kayaks is located at obstruction pass, on the scenic southeastern side of orcas island at lieber haven rentalss marina 1945 obstruction pass rd. Set your course for orcas island eclipse charters in orcas for a relaxing afternoon of boating on one of their shipshape vessels. Join one of our whale and wildlife tours departing from smugglers villa resort near eastsound on orcas island.
Orca whales, also known as killer whales, are perhaps the most iconic symbol of the san. Kayak and rowboat rentals are exclusively available to registered cabin guests. Introducing our second san juan islands kayaking video, a wonderful 3 minute feature that was shown on abc news. There are 3 types of orca in our part of the world, the biggs transient, resident and offshore. Come out on our family friendly vessels and see orca whales, humpback whales, gray whales, porpoises, seals, sea lions, otters, bald eagles and much more. Choose a local business from the list below for more details. From midaugust to late september, when blue skies and warm afternoons are common.
Trip overview so my wife and i went to visit friends who are renting a place on orcas island, in the san juans. Orcas island sea kayak adventures 3 hour sea kayak tours 9am 1pm 5pm sea kayak the serene islands and enjoy the beautiful waterfront home with square foot. Orcas island eclipse charters patrons can find places to park in the area. Orcas island eclipse charters whale and wildlife tours. Orcas can swim up to 30 knots, your kayak, maybe 2. San juan excursions san juan islands whale watching. Your group of just 6 guests meets a short distance from the cruise docks to board a comfortable catamaran for the 20minute ride out to orcas cove. Enjoy an orca whale aka killer whales nature tour on orcas island s all weather family style boat and renew your spirit with nature. Kayak with whales kingfisher wilderness adventures kayak. Jones island with kids orcas island day adventures can be customized to your groups needs book now.
We have a trained naturalist on board and are waiting to share the adventure with you. Kayak rentals are available at several locations and sailing charters can be found at each of orcas islands town marinas. Nov 29, 2016 winter paddling is best around the san juan islands in washington. It showcases our resident orca whales and our two expedition managers. Visit the following link to learn more about sea kayaking tours and adventures in the san juan islands. Enjoy the silence and the scenery of kayaking in the san juan islands. Our courtesy van takes you for a 25 minute drive across the island to the launch beach. Along this paddle, youll also see unique beach houses on the northern shore of orcas island, and you can explore nearly 4 miles of uninhabited shoreline at matia island. The more protected waters of orcas island offer smoother kayaking, a boon for the beginner. Weve been offering guided sea kayaking tours around vancouver island for the past two decades.
Enjoy an orca whale aka killer whales nature tour on orcas islands all weather family style boat and renew your spirit with nature. Youngsters dont need to sit out a trip to this club. The vessels are well suited for a variety of groups and individuals looking for that special wildlife encounter. Mistakenly labelled a whale, the orca actually belongs to the dolphin family. We took the 3 hour tour which was enough paddling for us. This is your chance to sea kayak with killer orca whales or watch them from our boat, the. The orcas cove sea kayaking experience is suitable for both beginners and serious paddlers. About orcas island eclipse charters orcas island eclipse charters offers a high quality, unforgettable whale watching experience. Whale watching vancouver island is a onceinalifetime exerience. Orcas island kayaks at lieber haven rentals and marina 360 3762472. Experience the islands by water as you glide silently through the sea. Aug 26, 2010 orca whales, northern resident members of the a24 and i15 matrilines, gather in front of our kayaks in the johnstone strait, british columbia, canada.
Orca whale kayaking tours from san juan island, washington introducing our second san juan islands kayaking video, a wonderful 3 minute feature that was shown on abc news. Kayaks and kayaking on orcas island, san juan islands, washington. Orca whales and wildlife sightings anacortes kayak tours. Orcas island chamber of commerce po box 252 65 north beach road eastsound, wa 98245. We are located in the heart of moran state park a 5,579 acre pristine forest camping park with 5 freshwater lakes, fantastic waterfalls, and over 30 miles of hiking trails. A 57 acre forested preserve on the coast of orcas island in the san juan islands boasting a small, state owned recreation site used for marine mammal study, kayak and small boat camping, and outdoor education through nearby camp orkila. Join our professional guides for a wonderful kayaking trip to sucia island state park, the gem of the san juan islands national monument. Seeking orcas by kayak part 1 laura lawson visconti. Numerous businesses are ready and able to take you all over the san juan islands for the ideal whale watching experience. Orcas island business directory whale watching orcas. Many people ask us if it is safe to kayak with orcas. Orcas island offers kayaking, killer whales and serenity. Whale watching tours depart almost daily during the prime seasons and come fully equipped with refreshments and experienced tour staff. Kayaking and killer whales spirit of the west adventures.
Take your best shot at kayaking with killer whales near seattle, wa. They are also known as orcas island for a very good reason. Maybe its because we take you right to the heart of the world of the orcas. Outer island expeditions fleet of kayaks and boats safely cruises at speeds of up to 50 miles per hour through frothy crests ebbing amid the striking sights and wildlife of the san juan islands. Today we will either shuttle you to the beautiful western side of san juan island for a day of sea kayaking or you may choose to go on a whale watch wildlife cruise aboard the odyssey. Paddle around them and enjoy the shoreline or jump ashore and explore their beautiful trails. Imagine waking one morning to the sound of a humpback whales blow as it swims past your ocean side tent. Kayaking on orcas island or kayaking on san juan island. In all the years we have had no person disappointed with that trip overhead view of obstruction island on. With more than 125 miles of shoreline, orcas offers kayakers a wealth of opportunity.
See the water part with the spray from a whales breath turn into mist against the sky and hear the telltale sound of a whale coming to the. Orcas island kayak rentals at lieber haven resort and marina. The paddling between matia island and orcas island provides panoramic mountain views, upclose wildlife viewing, and on a clear day, you can even see the skyline of vancouver, b. Participants should be able to both lower and raise themselves intoout of an 18. Orca whale kayaking tours san juan island, washington. Orcas cove sea kayaking ketchikan tours and shore excursions. About orcas island eclipse charters we depart from orcas island for whale watching and light house tours. With whale watching excursions all year round, see our famous whales or come again for free. A sea kayak tour encounters a swimming buck off of orcas island. Later that same day watch in awe as a pod of killer whales, also known as orcas, swim past your kayak as a bald eagle swoops down to catch a salmon. Matia island to orcas island sea kayaking outdoor project. Experience the exclusive orcas cove sea kayak, a top seller among ketchikan excursions.
The instructional period requires a full hour to ensure that everyone is fully prepared for our kayak adventure. Our luxurious, highspeed vessels for small groups of passengers can accommodate a more personal experience with the whales and our crew. To get a comprehensive view of the san juan islands with local wildlife in a single kayak trip. Later that same day watch in awe as a pod of killer whales, also known as orcas, swim past your kayak as a bald eagles swoops down to catch a salmon. North island kayak bc sea kayaking with killer whales. In our opinion the broughton archipelago with its abundant wildlife and hundreds of islands to explore is one of the finest locations to kayak anywhere on earth. If you are traveling to orcas island in the summer months when the ferry lines are longer it is a good idea to get your car in line early. There are numerous experienced kayaking tour outfits on orcas island that can help you have an amazing paddle, whether you are new to kayaking, or an experienced adventurer. From your boat ride out of ketchikan to the island, to your time in the kayaks, to your snack on the. Day 2 kayak the west side of san juan island or whale watch cruise wake up to a breakfast made with creative local ingredients by the chef at your inn. Apr 01, 2011 kayak whale watching in the san juan islands.
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