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!

I cannot explain how thankful I am that I chose Western Prince!! Prior to booking, I read that they…read moreallow you to come for a second viewing if whales were not spotted on your trip. We unfortunately saw no whales during our first outing (so many cute seals and eagles though!), but they were able to squeeze us in the next day for another chance at no additional cost. And on that second trip we were blessed to see multiple orca pods socializing together! They had a mic that they inserted into the water, and we got to listen to them socialize. I wasn't aware they had this and it was such a magical experience to hear them! Huge thanks to Ivan and the rest of the crew for this once in a lifetime experience, it was a dream come true!

We had an incredible whale watching experience! The captain is also the owner, We were lucky enough…read moreto see so many amazing animals, including bald eagles, a humpback whale, and orcas. It truly felt like a once in a lifetime experience. Every moment was unforgettable, and it was absolutely worth it. I highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area!

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.

Did the half day in the afternoon on Memorial Day (5/25/26). We went out from 3:30pm to 7:30pm and…read morewere able to see a few different kind of pods (T123's and T60's). Stanley from T123 is huge! We also saw some seals as well. It was definitely a "drive" going north west all the way up to Canada but it was totally worth it. Lots of good info and they were so nice.

I am unsure of the training/vetting process for their guides seeing as FALSE INFORMATION was given…read moreout regarding the wildlife we we were seeing. I am a professional environmental scientist who has studied and researched the effects of noise pollution on marine mammals. Upon being asked if the noise from boating activity affected the orcas and other marine mammals, the tour guide responded "Nah, not really. They're all used to it since they grew up around them." This information is inherently false, numerous studies have confirmed that anthropogenic marine noise pollution negatively impacts an orca's ability to communicate, hunt, mate, and survive in their environment. The harmfulness of noise pollution is nothing new, look it up and you will find a plethora of articles, research papers, and even award winning documentaries (Sonic Sea). If you appreciate and care about these species and their conservation, then you deserve to know the truth. I cannot speak to other eco tourism companies, but it seems Maya's Legacy relies on the ignorance of their clientele to save time and money on properly training their staff with accurate knowledge about the species that they charge hundreds of dollars to give tours on. https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/feature-story/why-cant-killer-whales-find-and-capture-food-ocean-too-noisy https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0025326X21010109

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

An absolutely perfect day; a perfect experience with wonderful guide. We can't give Brandon credit…read morefor the weather, but after such a breathtaking experience, we were praising him for the perfect weather, too. Booking was a breeze, advanced communication was timely and informative, check-in was friendly and easy, and even the drive across the island from Friday Harbor was engaged and informative. But the real magic happened on the water, where we started under mild, overcast skies, and ended with sunshine and perfect weather. Along the way we saw: 1 black fox, 2 harbor seals, 1 harbor porpoise, a rhinoceros auklet (unique diving sea bird), 13+ Bald Eagles, AND TWO HUMPBACK WHALES! The beach side lunch was fantastic... the best turkey sandwich I've ever had, made exceptional by the views and the company. The lack of an Orca sighting made this full day trip an eyelash shy of perfect, but we could not have otherwise been more thrilled with our experience on the water with Brandon and the Discovery Sea Kayak team. Thank you for a magical day on the island. PS - we paid half as much for a full day tour with Discovery as we did for a half day tour on Orcas Island, so this group gets our strongest recommendation!

Top notch half day sea kayak tour! Staff have ACA training which shows a commitment to high…read morenational standards and safety. I trust their knowledge of the area, their kayak skills, and safety mindedness. The kayak guide was fun, knowledgeable, and had everything going smoothly. I'd gladly do another kayak tour with these folks!

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.

Captains David, Barbara and Skye are delightful to sail with…read more We had a full tail sail and saw seals, orcas, and humpback whales, in addition to Eagles, falcons and lots of waterfowl. They knew exactly where to go to have the best wildlife sightings. They are wealth of knowledge and passionate about what they are doing. Skye is just the cutest and a pleasure to be around. Having seen the other whale watching boats in the area and how they behaved around the whales, we strongly recommend going with All Aboard Sailing. Not only is it the most professional and respectful of the whales , We believe it is the most knowledgeable, friendly, and personable option there is in the San Juans. The boat is comfortable with bean bag chairs on the foredeck with blankets to keep you warm. It is also great to ride in the cockpit and learn sailing tips and see the progress of the trip. David is a wealth of knowledge about sailing and the boat. Barbara is a tremendous resource for biological information. Such a complimentary couple. For a full day sail it is convenient to get sandwiches from Kings Market. After the trip they send you pictures they took and a plot of the route you took. Their photos were much better than any we took. Don't go to Friday Harbor without going sailing with All Aboard Sailing, even if you only have time for a 1/2 day or an evening sail - DO IT - you won't be disappointed.

The team and vessel were exceptional! Traveling group also included a baby. Our team was…read moreaccommodating and did their best to ensure we saw humpback whales, seals, and eagles! Thank you Captain David and Josiah!

So much fun. I'm out of shape and pretty big, I was nervous about a 3 day trip squeezed into that…read morelittle seat. It was definitely a squeeze, but I'm so glad I went , it was a blast and we were all tired but it wasn't hard to keep up. The guide Laura was amazing and I feel so lucky we got to see the islands from in the water. The food was great too. Don't miss the chance to kayak at night and see the bioluminescence! It was a highlight.

Absolutely fantastic three day kayaking experience! Our charming guide led us in tandem kayaks…read morewith all the necessary gear through the islands. Just dress for the weather and you will enjoy the best way to see the San Juan's. We had a great camping experience as part of the journey with plenty of great food. Hannah is a super guide and worked tirelessly to keep us both active and relaxed plus well fed. Appetizers and wine before hearty meals to keep us fueled! Can't wait to go again someday!