Boating

Sea Kayak Tours at West Beach Resort
Experience the most intimate and serene sunset and afternoon kayak tours along the west side of Orcas Island through Shearwater Adventures at West Beach Resort. No experience necessary, professional guides, safety first. An adventure you won’t forget! www.westbeachresort.com – 360-376-2240.

Island Express Charters
The Island Express provides water taxi and freight service throughout the San Juan Islands region. It is equipped with a 110-inch bow ramp door that drops to the beach allowing for the easiest access for loading and unloading by adults, children, animals and small cargo loads directly to beaches or to docks. – 360-299-2875. -877-473-9777.

Trophy Fishing Charters
Fishing- Salmon, Halibut, Lingcod, and other bottom fish. Serving the San Juans since 1993 in a fast, comfortable, 29′ boat with all the latest in electronic fishing and safety gear. Six persons max, no experience needed. Call Capt. Monty – 360-378-2110 or Cell 360-317-8210.

Maya’s Whalewatch Charters
Enjoy your cruise to see the whales with Captain Jim Maya, retired school teacher and your knowlegable host. Fast, intimate boat–never more than 6 passengers. Leaves from Mitchell Bay on San Juan Island. Transportation from Friday Harbor ferry landing available. Open all year! – 360-378-7996.

Northwest Classic Daysails
Sail aboard the beautiful classic 1947 wooden sloop “Aura” in the heart of the scenic San Juan Islands. Coast Guard licensed captain offers 3 hour afternoon and evening cruises from Deer Harbor Marina. Picnics & kids welcome! – 360-376-5581.

Bartwood Lodge Kayak Tours
Sea kayaking with a difference! We offer 1 hour, 3 hour, and sunset tours available by appointment. Enjoy our hand-crafted kayaks & Umiak designed in a traditional style consistent with the kayaks crafted by the Aleuts of Alaska. User friendly designs are more stable, perform better, and are more comfortable than any other kayak on the market. Visit us at our new location at Bartwood Lodge. Open June-September. – 360-376-2242.

Orcas Boat Rentals & Charters
Orcas Boat Rentals offers a variety power and sailboats, ranging from 14′-24′. Enjoy the best way to experience all the San Juans have to offer; visit other islands, go sightseeing, or go fishing! Call – 360-376-7616 to make a reservation.

Orcas Outdoors Sea Kayak Tours
On the water at the Boardwalk at the Orcas Island Ferry Landing. Guided Sea Kayak Adventures. Tours leaving hourly & overnight tours departing daily. Custom tours to fit any needs. Wildlife & nature tours available. Boat Charters. – 360-376-4611.

Spring Bay Kayak Tours
KAYAK TOURS: 2 Hour-$30 per person 8:30am & 4:00pm, daily. SPECIALTY TOURS: Tours with different destinations, themes, and durations for a group. Reservations Only. – (360)376-5531.

Brisa Charters
Day Sailing (3-hour, All day, weddings, private parties) aboard luxurious, comfortable, classic 45 foot sloop. Wildlife, hands-on instruction, gourmet refreshments. USCG licensed. Marine naturalist. www.olympus.net/brisa_charter/ – 1-877-41BRISA, 360-376-3264.

Paraclete Charter Service
Paraclete Charter Service provides transportation through out the San Juan Archipelago 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Services include: Private Charters, Packaged tours, water Taxi, Island Excursions, Special Events, Itinerary and Logistical assistance. – 360-293-5920, toll free 1-800-808-2999.

North Shore Charters
Located on the north shore of Orcas Island, North Shore Charters offers a variety of boat charters oriented to your desires. Our service focuses on enjoying the outer island state parks. Fun includes hiking, moutain biking, camping, bird watching, kayaking and sightseeing. – 360-376-4855.

Lieber Haven Resort & Marina Boat Rentals
Orcas Island Kayak Rentals, Motorboat & Sailboat Rentals, Orca Whale Watching, Marina, General & Antique Store, Also, no minimum nights stay. Beachfront Lodgings, Cottages, Studios & Rooms, Obstruction Pass Bay, Olga. – 360-376-2472.

Outer Island Expeditions
Whale watching, Charter fishing, Outer island taxi service. 12 passengers maximum. Call for Reservations. – 360.376.3711.

Deer Harbor Charters
Whale watching/wild life cruises Established 1989. Two locations. Deer Harbor Marina and Rosario Resort. – 1-800-544-5758. 360-376-5989.

Orcas Island Eclipse Charters
Whale Watch Nature Cruise. Naturalist guided, hydrophone equipped, binoculars on board. U.S.C.G. licensed. Departs next to Orcas Island Ferry dock. Renew your spirit with Nature! – 360-376-6566.

Orcas Island Sailing
Personalized sailing excursions from Lieber Haven Resort at Obstruction Pass. Private charters for you and yours only. Hands on sailing lessons or bareboat charters for experienced sailers. Classic 19′ & 26′ sailboats. Reasonable rates. – 360-376-2113, 360-310-0100.

Emerald Isle Sailing Charters
Join us for crewed sailing charters throughout the San Juans, Gulf Islands, the Inside Passage, Desolation Sound and the Great Bear Rainforest. We offer 3-6 hour day charters out of Deer Harbor as well as extended custom charters and tours. Naturalist Skipper. – 360-376-3472, 360-317-5332.

Sail the San Juans Sailing Charters

Set sail for a six day adventure on a beautiful 50′ sailing yacht in the San Juan Islands.  Help trim the sails or just relax while you enjoy gourmet fare, great hiking, and kayaking. From two to six people. 360-671-5852, 800-729-3207.

Amante Sail Tours
Let’s Go Sailing! As featured in Gourmet, Money, and Yachting magazines. Morning & Afternoon Tours. Minimum 2, Maximum 6. USCG Masters license, marine biologist. – 360-376-4231.