Educational Encounters That Inspire Conservation
For over 20 years, Clipper has provided the only Seattle whale watching tour direct to the San Juan Islands. In accordance with the Pacific Whale Watching Association Guidelines (PWWA), Clipper uses low-impact, science-based viewing methods to ensure guests are observing whales and sea life in a non-disruptive manner.
Furthermore, Clipper, along with other members of PWWA, serve as whale and sealife protectors and educators by modeling safe viewing areas and behavior for surrounding recreational boaters. Each Clipper whale watching tour also features expert research-based naturalists who guide and educate passengers on whale and sealife behavior in the species’ natural environment. Data is collected in real-time and reported back to The Whale Museum as well as other whale research organizations to accurately track and monitor the health of locally spotted whales.
Please visit the PWWA’s FAQs section for common questions asked about orca whale conservation and responsible whale watching.