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San Juan Outfitters

PO Box 325, San Juan Island, Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA
360-378-1962
Ranked #7 of 12 tours in Friday Harbor
5.0 of 5 stars 56 Reviews
Type: Tours
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john g
Mesa, Arizona
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 4, 2011
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I titled my review "above and beyond" because we felt like the owner Brian did just that for us. We arrived at the ferry stop in the San Juans as the kayak tour was supposed to begin due to my poor planning. Brian personally picked up my girlfriend and I at the ferry stop and drove us to Roche Harbor... More

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JustSomebody
Snohomish
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 13, 2011

Our guide was patient, friendly, knowledgeable, and accommodating. Heading out from Roche Harbor was delightful. We were novices, and the experience made us want to go again. Thanks, we totally recommend these folks. More

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Nanci V
Kirkland, Washington
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 13, 2011
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person found this review helpful

My son's wedding at Roche Harbor Resort offered us the opportunity to take family and friends from the Midwest on the whale watching tour. The staff was great. They are extremely knowledgeable and helpful and knew exactly where the whales were so we were able to see them, including a 3 month old Orca. The whales were close enough for... More

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David C
Seattle
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 13, 2011

I can't recommend these guys enough. They put together a custom trip package that could not have addressed what I was looking for better. I wanted an adventure, and I got one that will be something I'll fondly remember for the rest of my life. I wanted to see wildlife, and lets just say the dozen or so Orca we... More

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wendyc300
Lisle, Illinois
1 review
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 12, 2011
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person found this review helpful

My husband, 7 yr old son and I took our kayak trip in late June this year and I can honestly say it was one of the best vacation experiences we have ever had. Our guides were fantastic, they made the trip interesting and engaging for all of us. The “hands on” aspect of this trip made it my son’s... More

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Kelly M
Bellingham, Washington
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 8, 2011

Our whale watching adventure turned out to be a lifetime experience because our captain, Brian and his first mate, Tiffany went extra miles (literally) to take us where the whales were traveling off Saturna Island. We saw J, K, and L pods including a calf just two months old! Both our guides were informative and friendly. The captain was careful... More

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heather C
Seattle, Washington
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 31, 2011

This was our first time kayaking, we are new to the pacific northwest and wanted to experience the San Juans. Our guide Nick was awesome, providing everything we needed to make the trip both enjoyable and comfortable. Nick was not only extremely knowledgeable about the local flora and fauna, but his nautical experience also made us feel safe when the... More

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DianeSH
Doylestown, Pennsylvania
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5 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 31, 2011

My son said ... "I don't know which way to look, there is so many!" We had a super time on the Whale Watching Boat Tour - felt SJO's are networked with other's to find orca pods, are respectful in boat placement to honor the whales but also accommodate our eagerness for sightings. Blankets and Bathroom were nice value adds... More

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rachel909
Riverview, Florida
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 30, 2011

Of all the memorable things we did while on our 10-day vacation to Washington State, kayaking with San Juan Outfitters was the best! Kayaking allows you to see and feel things you can't from a tour boat. We took the 1-hour guided paddle and saw sea lions, kelp, birds, and even the orcas! It was amazing! (although it should be... More

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SkiBum1028
Whitefish, Montana
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4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 28, 2011

My husband and I went on a tour in late August. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. They have a naturalist on each tour that is full of information about orcas and can answer any question you may have. The staff gathers info from many sources concerning the latest sightings, so you have the best chance of seeing the... More

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