I had an absolutely fantastic experience with Island Adventures! From beginning to end, the trip…read morewas incredibly well organized, comfortable, and genuinely exciting. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and clearly passionate about the wildlife and the beautiful waters of the Pacific Northwest.

The ship was clean with indoor and outdoor seating space. The outdoor seats were quickly grabbed by…read morepeople who entered first so we found an indoor seat with window and stepped out on the deck whenever there was an animal sighting. It was quite windy on the boat so definitely bring jackets and a tight cap. The crew was very welcoming and knowledgeable. They kept us engaged with facts about marine life throughout the tour. We saw sea lions, a few species of birds and a family of orca whales. This was not an orca specific tour so we expected to see a few more whales (especially gray or humpbacks) but once the orcas were spotted, the boat spent an entire hour chasing them and taking pictures. We were also quite far from the orcas compared to our previous tour in Alaska where we had observed the whales more closely. It was a slightly disappointing experience for us as we had seen all these animals on a previous tour and had booked this one based on the guaranteed whale sighting.

Blue Kingdom Whale and Wildlife Tours provided our family group of 10 with the trip of a lifetime!…read moreFrom our 7-year-old to our 50-year-old, everyone had an absolute blast. It was a rainy, windy day, but the crew completely minimized the elements by dressing us in heavy-duty gear from head to toe. We looked like we were going snowboarding! The included beanies, gloves, binoculars, and goggles kept us completely warm and comfortable. Take the goggles--you will thank them later! Wildlife-wise, we struck gold. We saw four different types of whales, highlighted by a Gray whale feeding and Orcas chasing a Minke whale. Our naturalist was incredibly knowledgeable and could even identify individual whales by their tag numbers. As a huge bonus, the Zodiac boat was perfect for the members of our group prone to motion sickness. The fresh open air and up-and-down movement instead of rolling kept everyone feeling great the whole time. They even sent us amazing photos after the trip. Truly a professional operation and worth every penny!

Amazing experience with Blue Kingdom! Amanda and Clint are extremely knowledgeable and friendly…read more It was apparent that is not just a job to them, they are passionate about the history, wildlife and conservation, we learned a lot! - The smaller Zodiac was a perfect boat for getting great views without the motor running and the gear was spotless and kept us warm. We were able to view seals, dolphins, a pod of orcas, bald eagles and a pair of grey whales. A truly unique experience, we highly recommend!

Great crew and such a wide variety of animals! Seals, sea lions, harbor porpoises, bald eagles &…read morekiller whales!

Great tours! You WILL see whales, or they'll invite you back free. Very informative staff, and they…read morewere super helpful when we missed our tour due to a very long delay at the ferry. We went on two tours. Highly recommend!

We stayed four nights at the Fidalgo Bay Resort and couldn't be happier. The bathroom was spotless,…read morethe laundry clean and cheap. It was quiet at night, the reception building was well stocked with gifts, free coffee and food items. The people at the desk were very helpful, we will stay here again.

This park is beautiful, clean, quiet and well maintained. The bathrooms and laundry areas are top…read morenotch. Walking paths along the water and seals visiting made our stay memorable. I did remove a star due to the bizarre interaction with staff members. The nosy lady at the front desk was rude and told us "I'm watching you" because we waited an hour to check in. Also we backed into our spot so we could wake up to a view of the water but within seconds the big bad security guy came and corrected us. Apparently that's not allowed, which is really weird. After that we were public enemy number 1 bc the front desk was very accusatory and flat out weird towards us. Side note: the road in is a one way so whenever you leave the park you're forced to drive into town and turn around. Not a big deal but noteworthy

I have been to the Lopez Island Ferry Terminal/Dock a few times, both on my own and with my family…read more Part of why I enjoy this ferry terminal so much is because there is not much to do. It has less to do in the immediate surroundings than the other Washington State Department Of Transportation (WSDOT) ferry terminals in the San Juan Islands. On a recent day adventure on Lopez Island on the 29th of April 2020, I arrived a little under two hours in advance of the ferry to Anacortes. My phone had very little battery left and I didn't bring a book so I had to figure out something else to do. I looked over my paper Washington State map, stared at the trees for a while (I love tall trees), and then saw a small furry critter scamper across some cement blocks (the blocks kind of looked like stone guard rail pieces for reinforcement to keep dirt from falling). I grabbed my camera (not camera phone) and spent the rest of the time watching for this little furry critter and trying to get pictures of it. What was it? It was a chipmunk! It was running back and forth collecting food and other things. So cute, and filled me with joy. Then M/V Kitsap arrived to take us back to Anacortes and I thought I was going to burst with happiness (I love it when I get to ride the ferries built in Seattle). It was the perfect end to the day's Lopez Island adventure. There is a restroom if you need to go while you are waiting. The entrance is turned away from the holding lanes to provide maximum privacy while using. The Lopez Island Ferry Terminal is a good place to sit back and relax and take in your nature surroundings.

I take my rare opportunities for ferry travel very seriously, and that's why I appreciate it when…read morethere's a nice, big, sturdy dock to securely hold the big metal floating behemoth in place while my vehicle (and others) are loaded/unloaded. And I can safely say that the Lopez Island Ferry Dock does the job quite well. While it's been years since I visited Lopez, it was a stop on my recent superferry trip from Friday Harbor to Anacortes, and I found myself enthusiastically hurrying to the front (er, back?) of the ship to watch the vehicles pull out onto the island. Well, the one vehicle that was pulling out onto the island on this particular Sunday evening journey. Still, the ferry did its duty as the car left the boat and traveled over the oft-scary-sounding "kerplunk" ramp that serves as a temporary bridge between the vessel and land. And - aided by recently-upgraded pillars on both the port and starboard - the ferry stayed firmly in place while several cars loaded for their journey back to the mainland. My only complaint about the Lopez dock is that there are no services available. So make sure to bring a snack and some water if you think you'll be hungry. 'Cuz it's a long drive back to town (well, really only a few miles) if you forgot anything.

My husband and I have taken guided tours before so we have many guide experiences to draw from. My…read morefavorites are always the ones that go above and beyond. I booked this fishing trip for my husband's birthday. The communication leading up to the trip was great. Evan was responsive to all our questions in a timely manner. On the river, Evan took us to his favorite fishing holes, taught me how to cast, and was eager for us to have a good time. Some other pluses: his knowledge of the local fisheries was very informative, and he was very personable.

Spirit Of Orca was amazing! Blake was our captain and we had an absolute blast! Saw a school of Of…read moreOrca's (which are never guaranteed) as well as a large gray whale. We went on the trip with zero expectation and were present every moment of the journey - so anything outside that scope was an absolute bonus. If you want to experience an incredible time and I think your attitude will be your greatest asset on this trip. You have to remember just like we did that it is Mother Nature. Thank you for an amazing time Blake you made my wife's 60th birthday extremely special

We went with captain Blake. He was so informative and very knowledgeable. You can tell he knows…read morethe ocean and has a lot of experience out at sea. Thank you Captain Blake for a fantastic day!

During my summer visit to Washington, I stayed at this charming RV park, where the staff were…read moreexceptionally friendly and always willing to assist. The office exuded warmth and comfort, complete with a coffee machine and a bowl of candy for guests. Staff members were frequently seen navigating the park in a convenient golf cart, ensuring everything ran smoothly for visitors. The park itself offers a variety of recreational spaces, including a large downhill field with a small podium at the base, as well as a nearby expansive field and a pickleball court. Guests can enjoy a seating area at the top of the hill and there is a nearby shack that provides firewood and propane for convenience.Some of the park's sites include cozy cabins, each furnished with a comfortable chair, desk, and a generous king-size bed, along with a window offering views of the RV area. Every campsite features a personal fire pit and picnic table, ideal for relaxing outdoors.Overall, this RV park combines friendly service, comfortable accommodations, and well-maintained recreational areas. I would highly recommend it to anyone seeking a pleasant and welcoming environment for their stay.

The shower water in the community shower is barely lukewarm. I asked the lady at the front desk,…read moreand she said the shower was cold because of the type of push button shower knob and there was nothing they could do to fix the cold shower water. A bit later I was able to get a sneak peek at the hot water heaters and they were turned all the way down to the lowest possible temperature setting. This maybe fine during the summer but it is now headed into winter and the park refuses to provide hot shower water in the community restroom. Other than the cold shower water, the park is very clean and well maintained.