As a tourist in Washington state, you have a lot of places to visit and things to do, but the one opportunity that you should not miss is observing the behavior of whales in their natural environment.
The best time to do this is from the beginning of April to the middle of October, this being the period when salmon, one of the main sources of food for these magnificent marine creatures, is abundant in these waters. However, Anacortes whale watching tours can be done as a private charter in November and December, so time should not be a problem.
The amazing diversity of sea creatures and bird species that populate the area offer you the tremendous opportunity to observe some of the most interesting feeding and mating rituals.
Porpoises, seals, sea lions and eagles are only some of the wildlife species you can expect to encounter during the trip. As for the whales, the best represented species are Orcas, Humpback whales, Minke whales and Gray whales.
You will observe them from a short distance, as the tour organizers prefer to keep a safe distance from the immense creatures, in order not to disturb them and to ensure their passengers’ safety. Binoculars are available for use during the tour.
Listening to the naturalists and marine biologists on board is usually enlightening and entertaining, helping you to understand the differences and similarities between the different whale species.
Taking a tour on a San Juan ferry is a great idea for those who treasure comfort and open air. The traveling conditions are excellent, including heated cabins, rest rooms and on-board meals, just to name the basic