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WHALES Langley Substitutions And/Or Weather Could Affect Route and Sailing Times from Seattle Deception Pass 2015 SEATTLE/SAN JUANS–WHALE WATCHING SEATTLE– DEPART ARRIVE OPTIONAL DEPART ARRIVE FRIDAY HARBOR Seattle Fri. Harbor Whale & Sealife Search Fri. Harbor Seattle Coupeville May 22 – Oct 4 7:45 am 11:15 am 11:30 am to 2:00 pm 4:30 pm 7:15 pm * DATES OF OPERATION: May 22–June 17 Thursday–Monday, June 18–Sept 7 Daily, Sept 8–Oct 4 Saturday–Sunday. Vessel WHALES Langley substitutions and/or weather could affect route and sailing times. Northbound through Deception Pass. Southbound route direct. Pending WUTC approval. SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. and SAN JUAN ISLANDS ROUND-TRIP SEATTLE • FRIDAY HARBOR 1-DAY MIN ADV PURCH ONE-WAY VICTORIA • VANCOUVER SEATTLE/SAN JUANS FARES Adult Child* Adult Child* Adult Child* 97% FERRY with WHALE WATCH sightings May 22 – June 17 • Thurs – Mon $99 $25 $112 $56 $73 $36.50 SAN JUAN ISLANDS WITH STOP IN CLIPPER’S WHALE & SEALIFE SEARCH in 2014 June 18 – Sept 7 • Mon - Thurs $126 $25 $166 $83 $121 $60.50 FRIDAY HARBOR via VICTORIA CLIPPER III This 2.5-hour tour is our own, so we can offer it at an June 18 – Sept 7 • Fri-Sun $138 $25 $166 $83 $121 $60.50 A Fully Narrated Scenic Cruise from Seattle excellent value. Compare to similar tours at twice the price! Sept 8 – Oct 4 • Sat – Sun $99 $25 $112 $56 $73 $36.50 2015 You’ll board the Victoria Clipper III in the morning at The San Juan Islands are world-renowned for both the resident FERRY ONLY downtown Seattle’s Pier 69 and cruise out of Elliott Bay pods of orca whales, as well as the migratory pods that feed in the May 22 – June 17 • Thurs - Mon $81 $40.50 $94 $47 $55 $27.50 going north through Puget Sound, also known by the native area. The Islands are also teeming with other wildlife and sealife June 18 – Sept 7 • Mon - Thurs $87.50 $43.75 $100 $50 $55 $27.50 name Salish Sea. Following the east coast of Whidbey that call the San Juans home. June 18 – Sept 7 • Fri-Sun $97.50 $48.75 $100 $50 $55 $27.50 Island, view the Cascade Mountains while watching an Join us aboard the triple decked 200-passenger Victoria Clipper assortment of vessels including small sailboats and Sept 8 – Oct 4 • Sat - Sun $81 $40.50 $94 $47 $55 $27.50 III to enjoy outdoor viewing, or stay in and enjoy through large freighters from around the world. viewing windows. For your comfort and enjoyment, food and WHALE & SEALIFE SEARCH ONLY Passing through Saratoga Passage, you will have the unique beverages, restrooms, binocular rental and a trained Naturalist are May 22 – Oct 4 $75 $37.50 experience of traversing scenic Deception Pass. Continuing available on board. All fares include applicable taxes. A security fee and $2.00pp/rt Friday Harbor Port fee will be added to all fares. Space limitations may apply. Prices are in USD. Fares and schedule subject to WUTC approval, not including whale watch component. through Rosario Strait and entering the San Juan Archipelago, The Clipper Whale & Sealife Search begins in Friday Harbor. Call for more schedule and fare information. SUBJECT TO CHANGE. you’ll wind through channels and islands, possibly spotting * CHILDREN UNDER 12 $25 with 1-day advance purchase round trip adult fares when booked in conjunction with whale During the whale and sealife search, your Naturalist will help watching. 1 adult; 1 child. Additional children half adult fare. whales, porpoise, eagles and other wildlife. you to understand the behaviors demonstrated by whales and These islands are home to orca whales, blacktail deer and other wildlife, as well as the natural history about diet, habitat TRAVEL INFORMATION over 100 pairs of bald eagles. Your Naturalist will identify and factors affecting the long-term survival of the animals you SCHEDULE & FARES: Schedules and fares are IF TRAVELING BETWEEN U.S. & CANADA: special points of interest throughout the trip. see. In many cases, the individual whales seen are known to our subject to change. Fuel & port surcharges may U.S. regulations on restricted items are apply. Groups: Reduced fares may be available available in literature on board the vessel or at Naturalists and can be identified by distinctive markings. Whenever for 15 or more people traveling together, if Clipper Terminals. possible, your Naturalist will identify the specific whales as they are booked in advance. CANADA CUSTOMS: Prohibited and Restricted Friday Harbor CANCELLATION POLICY: All reservations are Weapons: All automatic weapons, handguns, seen. subject to cancellation policies. Please refer to mace and pepper spray. Items mentioned are In a few hours, you’ll arrive at picturesque Friday Harbor on your confirmation for your cancellation policy not all inclusive. Please contact Canada Customs or contact our reservations office. There is no for further information, and for information on San Juan Island. Enjoy about 5 hours ashore to lunch on local Keeping in close contact with other vessels, the location of any refund on unused portions of a package. We importation of regulated firearms. seafood and soak up local culture, as well as shop, browse whales in the area can be determined and the Victoria Clipper III's strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance IMMIGRATION: Identification is necessary at www.ClipperVacations.com. for Customs and Border Protection. Due to the town’s galleries, stop by the fascinating Whale Museum or speed allows us to reach areas with the best viewing. PARKING: Clipper Navigation, Inc. does not heightened security at the United States/Canadian manage parking facilities or take responsibility border crossing, all travelers must present a enjoy Clipper’s own 2.5 hour Whale & Sealife Search, allowing After 2.5 spectacular hours, the boat docks back in Friday for vehicles or contents. Limited long-term paid Passport, Passport Card or Enhanced Driver's parking is available near the terminals. License (EDL) at all sea and land borders. See about 2.5 hours ashore, following the excursion. Harbor, so you may enjoy the rest of your time on San Juan Island. PASSENGER CONDUCT: Clipper Navigation, www.ClipperVacations.com for more details and Inc. reserves the right to refuse passage to information including requirements for children. Finally, you’ll return to Seattle on a more direct route, cruising Finish up your day in town, before returning to Seattle, or spend any person in the interests of the safety and Currently EDLs are available in many states, comfort of our passengers, and reserves the including Washington. Check with your local DOL past Port Townsend and enjoying more of Washington’s 1,000 the night and continue your adventure the following day! right to refuse service of alcoholic beverages for more information or visit our website. to any person. Children traveling without both parents must miles of diverse scenic coastline. CLIPPER'S RESPONSIBILITY: Transportation of have written authorization from the other parent Denotes the Naturalist Program and Friday Harbor stopover, passengers and baggage is provided by Clipper or proof of custody. If you are not a United States Options include an overnight on San Juan Island, or a Navigation, Inc. and is governed by the "Terms or Canadian born citizen you will be required to features unique to Clipper. and Conditions" available at Clipper terminals. have a passport and possibly a visa. connecting trip to Victoria or Vancouver, BC. See inside for TRAVEL INSURANCE: Travel insurance is available DRINKING & DRIVING: Persons with a felony details on several overnight package options. at www.ClipperVacations.com (click on the Access may be denied entrance into Canada. Canadian As a member of the Pacific Whale Watch Association of the America Travel Protection Products button). Ask law defines Driving While Intoxicated or Driving any Clipper reservation agent for information. Under the Influence as a felony. Northwest, we have great respect and admiration for these San Juan Islands listed #3 on Lonely Planet's magnificent animals and are committed to maintaining The San Juan Islands are located in the U.S. and do not require a passport for travel from Seattle. compliance with established whale watching guidelines. Top 10 U.S. Destinations for 2013. For reservations, book online at Also available: GRAY WHALE www.ClipperVacations.com, The San Juan Islands ranked #10 on Travel + WATCHING WITH STOP IN LANGLEY or call your travel agent or Clipper at OR COUPEVILLE, WHIDBEY ISLAND 206-448-5000, 250-382-8100 Your Pacific Northwest Travel Experts: Leisure Magazine's 2014 World's Best Awards, or 800-888-2535 More Destinations. More Adventures. More Fun. Day trip from Seattle fax 206-443-2583 Top Islands in Continental U.S. and Canada. March - April, Saturday & Sunday. From CLIPPER VACATIONS, 2701 ALASKAN WAY, $69. See website for details & information. PIER 69, SEATTLE, WA 98121 www.ClipperVacations.com © Clipper Navigation 01/15. Printed in the United States. travel agent stamp Vancouver BRITISH COLUMBIA WASHINGTON Swartz Bay San Juan Sidney Islands Victoria VICTORIA CLIPPER AMTRAK® CASCADES OR MOTOR COACH MOTOR COACH/BC FERRIES WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES Seattle FRIDAY HARBOR THE SAN JUAN ISLANDS COUPEVILLE, WHIDBEY ISLAND TOURS FROM SEATTLE COMBO PACKAGES TO SEATTLE, ADD-ON ACTIVITIES San Juan Islands TO SAN JUAN ISLANDS Multi-City Packages SAN JUAN ISLAND, VICTORIA & VANCOUVER CLIPPER WHALE & SEALIFE SEARCH Imagine combining the best of Old World and New World, the charm of Great Britain and the natural wonders of the Northwest. It See back panel for info and rates. Once a mountain range, now an archipelago, the 100-million-year-old San Juan Islands feature some of the most spectacular scenery in the Northwest. Depending on the tides, is possible with our Island Adventurer or Harbors, Towns and Cities tour packages.
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