A wonderful day on the water with Captain Amio!…read more Since we were on Lopez Island, and the ferry to get back to Friday Harbor was so complicated, Amio picked us up where we were staying, and took us on a fabulous ride. The weather was perfect. We saw porpoise, heron, eagles and seals-as well as a host of beautiful boats The whales didn't make an appearance but we got to see a number of the different harbors through & around the different islands. . Captain Amio's knowledge of the area enhanced our journey. Great day on the water. Noah's communication made it easy to figure out everything. The boat was clean, had a bathroom and OUR 3 hour tour ended successfully. (It was supposed to be a 4 hour tour, but we sacrificed a half hour on each end since he picked us up on Lopez, we thought it was worth it).

Noah and Friday Harbor Boat Rentals (FHBR) were fantastic. I rented the Nordic Sun for an…read moreafternoon island cruise on 7/17/2024 to show my mom and wife more of the San Juan Islands. He is very professional as he sent me a text in the AM asking if we needed anything special to help us prepare etc...so first the Boat...Nordic Sun is a wonderfully restored tug that easily accommodates 6 so having 3 on the boat with Noah was very spacious...the boat is very clean and has a full head!!! Our tour was awesome and Noah added color and history as we cruised while giving us our space to enjoy the beauty and have a glass of wine!!! CAN'T RECOMMEND NOAH ENOUGH....oh and I thought the price for a 4 hour private cruise was very fair!!! we will us Noah and FHBR again!!! Tim B.

Amazing whale watching trip! Nate and Nat were awesome and full of knowledge! You can tell they…read morelove what they do! Highly recommend if you're in town to book a trip with them! Will be back for sure!!

I live in the Seattle area, and it was on my bucket list to go whale watching and see some orcas! I…read morehighly recommend deer harbor charters, especially if you live in the area. The first time we went out we didn't see any orcas, so we were able to go back out another time for free for a second chance! The naturalist and boat captain were amazing and knowledgeable on all kinds of facts, and you can ask any question, and the experience of seeing orcas was incredible! They also provide professional photographs taken on your outing after the trip

Family and I booked with Northshore Charters, and we had no idea what to expect. We were definitely…read morea bit nervous. Being from Florida, the water is very different. Captain Marty did a great job helping us to be more comfortable and teaching us all about the area, history and sea life. We caught a few fish and the kids loved it! It was a very unique experience, and we are so glad we did it! Highly recommend to anyone traveling in that area and Captain Marty will make it smooth and fun!

I called Marty on the very last day of Salmon fishing, and he was able to accommodate me on his…read moreboat. His boat is very impressive, top of the line, extremely neat, clean and spacious. We motored out to a spot, and he just wasn't feeling it, so we went to another spot. We hooked into the Salmon and it didn't stop. Without a doubt, I had a great time. The other people on the boat were very friendly and welcomed me no problem, I didn't feel like I was imposing at all. Next time I am on Orcas Island, I will be lucky if I can get on Marty's boat for another epic fishing adventure! HIGHLY RECOMMEND this Charter and will pass that along to anyone who asks me who to use while out on the Islands.

Bucket List - Orca Jackpot!…read more Family of 13 (including 4 kids under 12) all really enjoyed the voyage aboard Odyssey. All were comfortable and plenty of room for a good view. The crew was amazing. Very knowledgeable, my grandkids loved learning about sea creatures and the Orca names of the two families we saw. This was a dream trip - bucket list!

Had the best trip out with Captain Pete!! The staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable…read more Would highly recommend for whale watching!

Such nice and helpful people…read more.. Last weekend my wife and I rented a boat from them and Chris was super helpful in getting us prepped with everything we needed. What I really liked was that no one at this facility read the riot act as they were walking us thru the process, which is what my experience with a LOT of boat rental places is... everything was done in a very relaxed manner and everything was explained very nicely We really enjoyed the 4 hour boat ride and did a loop around Waldron Island. Our boat died in the water after about three hours. Nate, Chris and Natalie were there within 15 minutes and helped us get back. They are all SUCH KIND and NICE people, they took care of the issue immediately, put us on a new boat and brought us back meanwhile towed the other boat. Despite the minor hiccup, a worthwhile experience...

Wonderful opportunity to rent a boat and explore the area from the water. Well worth doing as part…read moreof a visit to Orcas Island. The people who run it are very nice, and informative. Only negatives are the web site is out of date and they don't actually rent everything that's currently advertised. It's not an especially inexpensive way to spend a day (depending on your personal situation) but is a memorable, scenic experience. Not recommended if you don't have some boating skills, there are some shallow spots, rocks and tidal conditions to be aware of that could turn a fun day sour - but this isn't their fault of course. Overall a very good & fun experience that also felt safe. Seeing the islands from the water and not just from the ferry route is great!

Very kind and hospitable and great pricing! Also reassuring, it is as our first lake vacation and…read morehe made everything so easy. Highly recommend!

Nick was a fantastic captain. We spent a few hours on his 22' boat that offered skiing, tubing,…read morewakeboarding and wake surfing. Our boys ages 13 and 17 did it all and begged us to extend the time and come back the next day. The scenery of the lake is hard to do justice in a review, but it added to the experience. Nick knew a ton about the area and gave us a great tour of homes and lake history. He also gave us a lot of options to make the experience better. Glad we found out about this while renting near by.

Captain Ward made for a fantastic day on the water. He was knowledgeable, informative, and a…read morepleasure to sail with. He quickly realized we enjoyed sailing ourselves and struck the perfect balance between offering guidance and letting us take the helm. Along the way, he shared interesting insights about Orcas Island, the surrounding waters, and local history that made the experience even more enjoyable. It was a perfect afternoon of sailing, and we would highly recommend Captain Ward to anyone looking for an authentic and memorable experience.

For the price and the experience, you simply can't pass this up! We had a fantastic three-hour sail…read morewith Northwest Classic. Captain Ward took our group of six out of Deer Harbor for a 6 p.m. sail, and it couldn't have been better. Half of our group had previous sailing experience, while the other half were complete beginners. It was the perfect introduction to sailing for the newbies and a wonderful way for all of us to experience the beauty of the islands. We'll definitely book again! If you're staying on Orcas Island, or on a neighboring island in the San Juans, check out classicdaysails.com

A perfect, quiet marina with great staff and plenty of amenities…read more Booking a slip is easy using the app. Arrival is simple. The marina is fairly well protected from weather, the fairways are generous and the staff helps you tie up. The docks are in good condition. Lighting is adequate at night (not too little, but more importantly, not too much!), power pedestals are in good condition. Water is from a reverse osmosis system, so you need to be careful with your usage. No boat washing, which is fine. The general store and cafe are awesome. Good food, essential supplies and good business hours. Restrooms are clean and spacious. Hand dryers but no paper towels, which is okay but not great. Laundry facility is clean with good equipment. Nearby food is very good but limited. There is a pizza place directly across from the marina - limited hours. The BBQ place up the street (10-minute walk) is fantastic and has a good selection of beer, a full bar and a huge outdoor seating area. Overall, the vibe is relaxed. There are some party floats for yacht club events.

Cute little gift shop and grocery store. The docks are in good shape and well-tended. Bathrooms…read morewere clean and recycling/ garbage disposal were included in the fees. Friendly staff and easy to enjoy dock picnic tables, we enjoyed our one night stay here. We'll be back in the future.

Did a whale watching trip with Gabe and Elliot and it was incredible! The boat is just the right…read moresize (wouldn't want to be in one of those tiny Zodiac boats or one of the giant boats with 50 other people!!) and both Gabe and Elliot were so knowledgeable about the whales and other sea life that we saw. I was very impressed and will definitely book again!

Took boat out of Lopez Islander. 10/10 experience. TK and Jake crewed. Loved the small sturdy boat…read moreand the great visibility. Only a dozen folks on board and you can see everything from your seat thru big open windows. We saw bald eagles, steller sea lions, orcas, a grey whale, a minke whale, harbor seals, and lots of seabirds. Good explanations. Loved every minute.

Not impressed with customer service. I have left several messages for the sales manager to initiate…read morea purchase.

The IMC on Fisherman Bay Road is the place to go for crab licenses, tide tables, ferry schedules,…read morecrab pots, bait boxes, plastic ties, rope, weights, buoys, anything and everything related to fishing and shellfishing -- you name it, they've probably got it, and if they don't they'll let you know where on the island you can find it. The staff is friendly and helpful. Complementary cup of coffee just inside the main door. A great place to stop by and pick up what you might be looking for, and the only place in town where you can buy a Beautiful Lopez Island license plate frame.