Top San Juan Islands Climbing Tours

Get up close with the killer whales off Orcas Island, the largest of the San Juan Islands near Seattle, on this guided, 3.5-hour whale-watching cruise from Eastsound. Led by naturalist guides and captains, climb aboard a Blackfish fleet vessel and travel through some of the most picturesque scenery in the Pacific Northwest searching for orca, humpback and gray whales. Along the way, see ocean wildlife in their natural environment, like seals, porpoises, sea lions and otters — plus a wide variety of birds and more. Sightings are guaranteed from April through early September.

Seize the rare opportunity to climb some of the tallest trees in the world on this canopy tree-climbing adventure at Deception Pass State Park. This 4-hour, small-group outing offers the unique perspective of a monkey or bird, swinging through the open air, catching branches and climbing to breathtaking views. All necessary safety equipment is included.

Even if you’ve never climbed before, experience Washington’s stunning nature on this full-day rock climbing adventure.In the company of a rock climbing guide, learn all the basic skills required, including tying knots, rappelling, and belay technique. Climb at a beginner or intermediate level on Mt. Erie, Little Si, or Mt. Washington.

Give life an exciting twist with this 4-hour canopy climbing adventure at Deception Pass State Park. Climb up the canopy with help from your guide, and relax once you get to the very top. Enjoy beautiful views of the sun setting over the mountains before rappelling back down 200 feet (61 meters) under the moonlight.

Get up close with the killer whales of Anacortes, the home port to the San Juan Islands, on this guided, 3-hour whale-watching cruise. Led by naturalist guides and captains, climb aboard a Blackfish fleet vessel and travel through some of the most picturesque scenery in the Pacific Northwest searching for orca, humpback and gray whales. Along the way, see ocean wildlife in their natural environment, like seals, porpoises, sea lions and otters — plus a wide variety of birds and more. Sightings are guaranteed from April through early September.