The grey whale: a fascinating world
There are certain images that we cannot forget very easily. You will remember for a long time to come, the spectacle offered by the most noble mammals of the world, grey whales, killer whales, humpback whales, as they pass only a few meters away from you.
In the archipelago of San Juan, meeting them head-on
From May to October the whales of the San Juan and Orca islands, in the state of Washington, north of Seattle, migrate around the archipelago. Do you have the urge to completely immerse yourself in their universe? You have a choice of different boat excursions from Anacortes and then can follow them wherever they go. A word of warning, they are not alone, killer whales, humpback whales, porpoise and sea lions are also on their territory: thrill guaranteed!
A gentler approach
Take a hydroplane from Seattle to the Islands of San Juan: this is an invitation to immerse yourself totally in the unique atmosphere of this archipelago of the northern part of California, to discover marine fauna but also the main city and its historic past: Friday Harbor. The Whale Museum is worth the trip. « Lime kiln point », a strategic and impregnable view of these fantastic marine mammals that will give you the desire to meet them. Nothing could be easier, if you take a boat at Anacortes! A trip that will linger in your memory for a long time to come...
