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    4-Hour Whale Watching Cruise in Port Townsend

    Search for whales and marine wildlife on the Salish Sea

    5.0 stars• 107 reviews

    Duration

    4 hrs

    Includes

    Onboard bathrooms, water

    Highlights

    Cruise the Salish Sea from Port Townsend and look for whales, seals, sea lions, porpoises, and seabirds. Learn about local marine life from naturalist guides while taking in views of the Olympic Mountains, coastline, and nearby islands.

    • Look for orcas, humpback whales, gray whales, and other marine wildlife
    • Learn about whale behavior, migration, and conservation from naturalist guides
    • Take in views of the Olympic Mountains, coastline, and nearby islands
    • Enjoy time on an open-air or enclosed boat, depending on the vessel assigned
    • Dress in layers for changing conditions and cooler temperatures on the water
    • Bring food and beverages for the cruise

    What's Included

    • Onboard bathrooms
    • Water

    Important details

    • Arrive 30 minutes before departure for check-in

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund up to 72 hours before the tour; 50% refund up to 24 hours before. No refund within 24 hours. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

    Product ID: CSK7MX

    FAQs

    Dress in layers and bring a sweatshirt or jacket for cooler conditions on the water. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, food, and beverages.

    Yes, the boat has onboard bathrooms.

    The fleet includes both open-air boats and enclosed boats with heat. Vessel type may vary.

    Meeting details

    Port Townsend City Dock, Pope Marine Park, 100 Madison St

    Experience provided by Olympic Tours

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    5/5

    The tour guides were amazing and I highly recommend people do the bioluminescence kayak tour! Thank you very much.

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    Aiko White

    August 17, 2026

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    The tour guides were amazing and I highly recommend people do the bioluminescence kayak tour! Thank you very much.

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    August 17, 2026

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