Puget Sound Express is a family-owned and operated whale-watching and ecotourism company based in Port Townsend, Washington. Founded in 1985, the company offers guided wildlife cruises and kayaking tours to view whales, seals, bald eagles, and other marine life in the Puget Sound and the Salish Sea.
Some key facts about Puget Sound Express Whale Watching:
- Operates a fleet of specially designed, US Coast Guard-certified whale-watching vessels equipped with hydrophones and viewing platforms
- Focuses on providing an intimate, educational, and eco-friendly whale-watching experience for guests
- Experienced, knowledgeable naturalist guides lead the tours and provide in-depth information about the local marine ecosystems and wildlife
- Offers a variety of tour options, including half-day and full-day whale-watching cruises, as well as multi-day packages
- Specializes in spotting the region’s iconic orca (killer) whales, as well as gray whales, humpback whales, and other cetaceans
- Committed to responsible, sustainable tourism practices that minimize disturbance to the whales and other marine life
- Supports local and regional conservation efforts, such as the Orca Network and the Pacific Whale Watch Association
- Has an impressive success rate of spotting whales on over 95% of their cruises
In addition to their whale-watching excursions, Puget Sound Express also provides kayaking tours, wildlife photography workshops, and private charter cruises tailored to the interests of their guests. The company’s dedication to environmental stewardship, education, and providing unforgettable wildlife encounters has earned it a reputation as one of the premier eco-tourism operators in the Pacific Northwest.
As a family-owned business with decades of experience, Puget Sound Express continues to be a trusted and beloved choice for visitors seeking an immersive and enlightening whale-watching adventure in the Salish Sea.
Puget Sound Express Prices
Whale Watching Tours
- Seattle (Edmonds) Whale Watching Tours:
- Half-day tour: $109 per adult, $89 per child (ages 5-12)
- Full-day tour: $189 per adult, $159 per child (ages 5-12)
- Port Townsend Whale Watching Tours:
- Half-day tour: $109 per adult, $89 per child (ages 5-12)
- Full-day tour: $189 per adult, $159 per child (ages 5-12)
- Port Angeles Whale Watching Tours:
- Half-day tour: $109 per adult, $89 per child (ages 5-12)
- Full-day tour: $189 per adult, $159 per child (ages 5-12)
- Group & Custom Tours:Â Prices vary depending on group size and desired itinerary.
Bird Watching Tours
- Seattle Bird Watching Tours:
- Half-day tour: $109 per adult, $89 per child (ages 5-12)
- Full-day tour: $189 per adult, $159 per child (ages 5-12)
- Port Townsend Bird Watching Tours:
- Half-day tour: $109 per adult, $89 per child (ages 5-12)
- Full-day tour: $189 per adult, $159 per child (ages 5-12)
Ferry
- Port Townsend – San Juan Island Full-Day Whale Watching:Â $189 per adult, $159 per child (ages 5-12)
Multi-day Tours
- 3-day cruises through the San Juan Islands:Â Prices vary depending on the specific itinerary.
