First time ever riding on the clipper V! It was awesome, very similar feeling to being on an airplane. It wasn’t really packed likely because we were in off-season and we went from Seattle to Victoria. The first trip there we rode economy which was still very nicely appointed they were seats that face forward and some that allowed you to have tables in between similar to what you would find in the train car. They had a little bar where you could get coffee, sodas, snacks and baked goods. Since most of the trip is in the Puget Sound it is fairly calm protected waters. We did manage to see some sea otters on the way there. On the way back we upgraded to luxury comfort class were all the seats were Kush leather face forward and included private restrooms and snacks. This was a hit after a long walking trip! All in all it was a 2 1/2 hour trip each way. There’s also a nice deck on the back where you could literally go out and get some fresh air.

Great day from Seattle to Friday Harbor. Staff was friendly and helpful. We spent a lot of top on the top deck taking in the amazing views. We saw 2 humpbacks, a minke, many porpoises, seals, sea lions, bald eagles and lots of other birds. The naturalist on board was very informative. We did the extended 2 hour nature tour then had a couple of hours in Friday Harbor. Great time all around.

Weve had three whale watching tours with this company. Their boats are nice, the employees polite. Even though we didnt see whales, the trip was nice and they gave us a ticket to try again. It is my last summer in Seattle before moving out of state, and so I went to use my ticket to San Juan. Upon calling to schedule, I was told that route was no longer in this year and may be back next year. So when asking if I could use the ticket for another route, the answer was no. So now I get no trip.

Fun, relaxing and quick. Easy way to go to Victoria for the day from Seattle, with lots of custom tour options available. Good, friendly service!

The scenery was amazing; we did see some orcas. But Im not sure Id recommend because the trip is awfully long just to watch orca fins (thats it). Maybe youll be lucky and see more than that.

Very fast ferry, 55 km/h, from Seattle to Victoria. Excellent.

We took the clipper to Victoria BC twice in the last two weeks. The first trip was on a Saturday (I dont recommend a weekend). The check in process is a bit of organized chaos. Its like going through the airport for an international flight but with passengers not having the proper documentation. The crew of the ship were really helpful. We sat in the economy section of the boat. The seats were about as uncomfortable as you can get. We also sat on the lower level(again I dont recommend). Food choices are terrible. Bring something with you. The ride is a little over 3 hours. Our second trip was on a Wednesday, much easier! We also decided to sit in comfort class, a lot more comfortable! The view from that section was beautiful. We didnt see any whales on either trip which was a disappointment, but we had an incredible view of Mt. Rainier on the way home. All things aside, both trips went well and we got there safely.

I enjoyed the trip to Friday Harbour very much, it has great views. I am someone that gets seasick, airsick, carsick, pretty much sick on any kind of transportation and I have to say that for me the Clipper was better than flying. I took some tablets, just to be on the safe side, and I just felt sick for a few moments, which for me it is actually amazing.The route is beautiful you can spot some wildlife on your way and the service was also very friendly. My only complain is that the boat is a little old, the chairs are not very comfortable, and there is not a lot of space. I would also like to have the possibility of reserving a seat in advance, but that is not a dealbreaker for me.

Super fast, smooth, and fun. The staff are professional, friendly. The ride was extremely smooth. Most of the time I wouldnt have known I was on a boat. I do wish the comfort class snacks were expanded. There were sodas, a coffee/espresso machine, oranges, nuts, and chips. I would have liked to see a sandwich or something like that for the additional $50/person it costs.The ship is gorgeous, and the scenery even moreso. Highly recommended.

Beautiful scenery awaits you when going between the islands of the Puget Sound. I thought the Vista class was the best seats you could get and they have access to the outside deck. It gets pretty cold on the water, even in summer.

We took the ferry from Seattle to Victoria. It was a wonderful trip. Beautiful scenery. The ferry is clean and the attendants are helpful. They have a simple menu for food and drinks. And free anti nausea medicine for those of us who have motion sickness.

Fun way to travel. Comfortable seating with food and drinks available. Beautiful views all around. Lovely back deck for those who enjoy outdoor experience. Staff helpful and customs on both side efficient and effective while maintaining friendly repore. Would definitely use Clipper again. Love the chance to relax and enjoy the beautiful journey.

A couple of pics from our hotel room in Victoria. One of The Victoria Clipper that would return us to Seattle. Awesome trip! Loved the Clipper and Victoria!

The company is pretty nice and accommodating for the most part. However, it is our last summer in Seattle before moving, and we went to use our tickets to San Juan. Upon calling to schedule, they told us that route was no longer in. When asking if we could use our tickets for another route, the answer was no. So now we get no trip.

Thank you for getting us there safely and home safely!!️️

Fast and steady boat! Very pleasant

Nice value and convenience. Perfect way to visit Victoria/Seattle. The staff is very friendly and nice. Just keep in mind that the night trip are very very cold (in late November). Please bring something warm to keep you warm during the trip.

Super great way to get around NW sound. Tip: I only wish our bags were small enough to take the seaplane back from Victoria. Next time will remember to bring smaller bags for the overnight to Victory to take ferry there and seaplane back!

Easy, smooth, beautiful travel to and from Canada. Dockside within walking distance to hotel, shopping, beautiful museums, botanical gardens, The Empress, historical buildings and experiences.You will have the opportunity to truly appreciate the wonders of Victoria and all that she has to offer.

Comfort Class is worth the extra fee. Very scenic.

This is a great alternative to flying to Victoria. The boat is large and comfortable. Comfort class is worth the upgrade. Economy class boards last. The food choices are limited so be ready. You will see great views of the harbor.

Nice ride from Seattle to Victoria. My only complaint was waiting in line for an hour!! They said to make sure we were on time and strongly encouraged us to be 30 minutes early but then they had us standing around and waiting.

Great boat trip to and from Seattle to Victoria, BC.

Excellent experience as part of the Leavenworth day trip. Well coordinated process, friendly and helpful guide and driver. We truly enjoyed our experience and would certainly use Clipper Services again.

We took the clipper ferry to San Juan Island and then back to Seattle four days later. The trip was quick and beautiful. We didn’t see much in the way of wildlife on the way up (the inside passage) but on the way back (the outside passage) we saw bald eagles, harbor seals, porpoise, stellar sea lions and 6 orcas! The captain slowed or stopped for us to see and photograph all of the wildlife and we got back to Seattle just after 8. We saw this on the ferry portion- we did not pay or go on the Whale watch! Best way to get to the San Juan’s.

Trip Was Engaging, Staff Were Interactive To Patrons. Provided Rich Narratives On The History Of The Salish Sea. Ferry Was A Smooth Operation. With Plenty Of Windows To Get Spectacular Pictures! Took The Whale Tour In Addition To Visting Friday Harbor. Was A Long Day. Approximately 12 Hours Overall. From The Time Of Departure In Seattle The 3 Hour Travel To The Harbor Seemed To Go By Quick. The Whale Tour Was A Success! Was Able To Clearly See Transient Orcas (2 Distinct Pods), A Humpback Whale, Sea Lions, Porpoises, As Well As An Array Of Birds.Taking Photoa With A Phone Is Not Recommended. As The Ferry Is Unable To Get Close To The Wildlife. Zooming In With A Phone Lens Blurs The Image And Does Not Do The Picture Justice!

Wonderful service coming over the phone and very good at accommodating to your needs and answering questions. Traveled comfort class which was so nice to offer from our seats while we enjoyed good food, wine, cards and the view. #clippervacations

Caution! Booked a trip for six adults, they put us in ONE room (like 6 adults are going to share a bathroom and shower). Called manager who blamed it on the website (and said it’s not obvious that you need to review the room selection) and recommended you CALL in vs using the website. We ended paying an additional $200 for one extra room. Just be cautious. Terrible experience when my other experiences have been much better

Very well organized ferry service to Victoria. We went up and back same day. Was a long day but well worth to excursion. Loved Victoria, BC.

Nice packages of quick getaways to Victoria BC Canada. It includes point-to-point transportation and lodging at vacation destination - Victoria BC (within city vincity). Lodging arrangement is a quality hotel, 4 or 5 stars, close to pier in Victoria (walkable distance to and from clipper). This is quite convenient on sunny and warm days. It is also walking distance to several local attractions and food. We enjoyed the 3-day vacation in Victoria during US Thanksgiving holidays. Since it was regular working day in Canada, it was not so crowded at those local attractions. No need to wait in a long line for admissions or food. Local tours are also available to some far away attractions such as Butchart Gardens, though the best season to visit the gardens is in summer.

Very nice sunny day for the boat ride from Seattle to Friday Harbor. Beautiful scenery. Saw Bald Eagles, Blue Heron, porpoises, seals and a small pod of Orca. Boat was crowded--fully book--but still a nice trip. Its a long ride, but fun. Heavy fog at Deception Pass, but was cool to sail through. Met people from all over the world and U.S. Was very fun. I took a seaplane back to Seattle though. Just for the fun of it. Kenmore Air, friendly staff and excellent pilots.

Relaxing and fun comfortable will ride again

They handled all the logistics and we got to see a ton of Orca and even a humpback whale. I highly recommend bringing a camera with a zoom lens because best case you are still going to be about 200 Yards away from them due to laws.

The Victoria Clipper service is a much more pleasant way to get to Victoria from Seattle than flying or driving. It definitely beats arriving an hour and a half in advance to stand in the TSA line for a flight, or squeezing your bags into an overhead bin, or sitting in tiny seats with nowhere to stretch out.The boarding process & security check is much quicker and easier than flying. Going through customs was a breeze.The ride itself is very smooth - even in choppy water, its smoother than an airliner in turbulence.The seating area is comparable to an Amtrak train or a higher-end bus service; its not luxurious, but its comfortable enough, and very efficient.You can stand out on the decks / viewing areas during all parts of the voyage except departure and docking, to take in the sights of Seattle, Victoria and everything in-between. There are great photo opportunities if youre into that.The snacks and duty-free shops are reasonably priced. Service on-board is a bit slow (only 3-5 crew members for ~200 people) but gets the job done.All in all, I can say without hesitation that this is the best way to go to Victoria from Seattle or vice-versa. Ive done it both ways and prefer the Clipper by a long run.

Best for whale watching. Had an amazing experience... The crew/staff is very helpful...

The boat ride was wonderful and seeing the whales and other wildlife was great. The scenery was great too! And it was nice to get to spend some time in Friday Harbor.

We chose Clipper Vacations to see wildlife and experience San Juan Island. Clipper delivered this and kept their timing. If you want to do this for a day trip, would advise going with a smaller company, as you will be doing this with a lot of people and will be cramped. They also run a popular shuttle for residents/visitors of the San Juan Island, selling out the boat completely for our return trip.

Easy and not too expensive, your ride may vary depending on who you sit next to.

Their website booked my trip incorrectly then they refused to fix it and refused to give me a refund. I never want to travel with them again because I wasted $250 for nothing. I was looking so forward to a nice trip and a fun wine tour, but come to find out we dont get that and they refuse to give me a refund. Never book with them!!

The Clipper is an awesome experience. Especially for those Expats going back into the States after visiting friends and relatives in Victoria. Smooth ride.

They will give you a good experience in the overall, the guides explain everything on the way to your destination. I feel that the ships could be in a better state, they need some maintenance and the cleaning personal is not efficient.

Fast ferry, beautiful ride out and back. Lines getting on the boat are long, unavoidable when getting a large amount of people on a vessel. No WiFi but Tmobile gets service almost the whole way, duty free purchases available it you like that kind of thing and upstairs vista seating (extra legroom and better views) worth it if you can swing it.

Friend & I did a day trip to Victoria BC. Vista class was very nice. Comfortable ride. Lots of leg room.

Good trip. Lauren, our naturalist, was really amazing. We saw 4 different whales! The one thing is that the two pairs of binoculars we rented for 20 bucks didn’t work very well. We had them switched out and the second pairs didn’t work well either! Overall, a beautiful day with good service.

Wonderful way to spent the day. Ship was very comfortable. We saw many whales!! Had a good lunch in Friday Harbor. It was a long day, but so fun!

32 knots (37 mph) nice trip, clean boat.

Very friendly staff and overall a great experience. We booked our hotel (Chateau Victoria) and travel through them. Great value. It was pretty cold in line and on the boat in February, so I recommend being bundled up if youre traveling during the colder months! :)

I enjoyed the ferry very much, but make sure you sit on the lower deck and take motion sick medicine if you get sea sick

Fast, clean and comfortable ferry runs on time!

Severe weather can interfere with travel plans but they do an excellent job of utilizing modern technology to keep you informed of any schedule changes. The ship provides comfortable seats and stunning views of the Sound.

The organization of our trip was good, they booked our hotels and ferries. Hotels were great, ferries were good, but the clipper whale watch was only OK. Recommend going for a smaller whale watch boat.

Best way to get to Victoria

I purchases three tickets for the Seattle to Friday Harbor ferry with whale watching. We did end up seeing a humpback whale (from a very long way away) and sea lions, which was great, and the naturalist on board was fantasti, but my review has more to do with the accommodations. First of all, youre on a boat for 8 hours (3 hours there & back, and 2 hour whale watching) and unless you bring food, youre eating on the boat. I had their all beef hot dog, which was gray when it came out and tasted like soggy cardboard. If you wanted hot foods, it was a choice between that, chili dogs or clam chowder. Thats it. Second, the service by the crew leaves a lot to be desired. They provided little direction about where to wait to board or what to do when they docked, but they sure like to yell at the passengers who didnt follow their uncommunicated rules. Third, they have broken tray tables and expect people to sit 6 to a booth meant for 4 people. If you squeeze in 2 more people, theres less room than if you were on an airplane and we ended up constantly kicking the person across from us. Fourth, the bathrooms were a disaster. If you turned the wrong way you ended up hitting the sink, and the toilet handles only flushed if you applied an immense amount of pressure so there was constant dirty toilet bowls. Unless you have an incredible desire to see whales from afar, save your money. These boats need an upgrade and better crew.

Great way to go to Victoria. Staff was attentive and knowledgeable, amenities were great, seats were comfortable and travel time was amazing.

#clippervacations - I would take this form of travel again just for the views and relaxation.

Great form of transportation. Sadly, our stay was cut short because of a storm and Clipper told us our return to Seattle would have to be 1 day early. We really needed that extra day, but mother nature thought differently.

Saw lots of marine life. Crew was great. Food a little pricy. Just got a little long at the end of a 12 hour ride.

Extremely poor organization. Stood in the cold wind and rain for over an hour to board. No point upgrading to comfort class as seating is not assigned and is first come first serve. We were first in line in our designated boarding spot only to be the last ones to enter the comfort class area and have the last seating choice. First and last time using this for transportation. Flying seems like a much more comfortable and enjoyable experience. Would not recommend

We were over 30 minutes late both arriving in Friday Harbor on Saturday and arriving in Seattle on Sunday evening. The late arrivals are amplified by the fact that everyone is forced to wait on board while checked bags are unloaded, even though many of us didnt check any bags at all. There doesnt seem to be any rhyme or reason to how boarding groups are assigned (my wife and I, both on the same ticket, were in separate groups despite checking in at the same time). The inability to reserve a seat on board contributes to uncertainty and stress, especially when stuck in one of the last boarding groups. I suppose this service is nice for people who dont care about time and just want to look at wildlife on the way to the San Juans, but for people who treat this boat more like a private ferry between Seattle and Friday Harbor (as we do), the service you provide is actually pretty unreliable and frustrating. We may have actually gotten there and back a lot faster (and cheaper) by driving to Anacortes and taking the state ferry.

Had a blast on Clipper vacation to Victoria. It was a great weekend getaway.

This is my second time on the clipper and this time Im with my two sisters. We are cruising to Victoria for the weekend. Book your tickets early at least a month in advance if you want want comfort class or want an early group boarding number. Sometime the ferry gets crowded. Either way its generally a comfortable ride. I definitely recommend either a table seat or by the windows.

Nice option to go to Victoria!Id recommend it. People are professional pleasant and the ride was smooth.Questions I thought about that are now answered:1) what time to show up? depending on boarding group, show up early and you get to choose your spot if that matters for you!2) carryon size limit is basically similar to airline carryon luggage. When you walk into the ship, you leave it on the luggage rack on the first floor3) upper deck or lower deck? I chose upper for the view. Its also less crowded during initial boarding.4) left or right side of ship? In the morning on the way to Victoria, I sat on the left. I liked it because less sun in your face, and less splashing on the window (for some reason the right side had tons of splashing)5) is there WiFi? NoSeasickness: free CHEWABLE seasickness med (meclizine hcl) on board by the galley. We were warned seas may be choppy for our last hour. Glad I took the med (Im usually prone to sea sickness)! Some didnt and I saw them throwing up. Better safe than sorry!

We have taken the Clipper numerous times roundtrip from Seattle to Victoria. Its always an enjoyable experience with great views. If you are visiting Seattle you should consider taking the Clipper to Victoria for the day.

Clean boat Staff friendly and knowledge of destinations

The Clipper is truly the best way to get from Seattle to Victoria. I highly recommend upgrading to comfort class. The upgrade fee is only $20 but its well worth it. I also recommend not bringing any check in luggage. Only bring carry-on bags and you get off the ferry first. Great service. Love it.

Thumbs up on the upgrades to the ships. Great way to travel to Seattle !! The early boat in the morning can be a bit much and makes for a quick trip. Should offer a later boat for football games.

Went whale watching. Naturalist were very good. Bring your own binoculars, because the whales were really far away. A really powerful zoom on a camera might also work.

Girl friends and i had a fantastic trip to Victoria

Everyone was super nice. I got there a little late but I made it. They were so nice to help me with my giant bag.The girl who did the talking during the cruise was really great at it. The ladies behind the counter on the ferry were super nice too. I think they are sisters.The ferry was really cool. You can go to the top deck and take a look at this everything. There wasnt alot of wildlife or sealife to be seen, but I didnt go on the whale watching tour.

We did the grey whale watching tour with a 2 hour stopover on whitdby island. Absolutely fantastic, the crew was very knowledgeable and there were plenty of whales to see. I would absolutely do this again.

Quicker than driving to Canada. Beats the long drive. Service was great and we had a bunch more time to visit and shop. Duty-free on board shopping on the ride home is nice, and saved a ton on taxes too

Cant see myself taking any other service to Victoria. Boats were clean, attendants were polite, and the ride was smooth and without issue. Best of all, it drops you off right in the heart of downtown Victoria. My wife and I literally walked off the ferry and straight to the museum.

Amazing trip on ferry not to be missed do it

We went on a weekend..Very crowded so we upgraded to first class so we could sit together.. well worth the investment. Service excellent and we saw orcas!! Double delight.

The ride was noisy, but getting from Seattle to Victoria couldnt be easier. Cheaper? Yes, it could have been cheaper, but Im not complaining.

I was not allowed to travel to Victoria because my Green card extension letter (Form I-797) was refused. The document clearly allowed to travel. But the real issue was what the customer service lady said. We dont guarantee that your money will be refunded. I was expecting something like were sorry or well do our best to refund your money as soon as possible , but no!, it was like a slap in my face. I dont think that Id use Clipper vacation again.

This was such an easy and smooth trip I would recommend it to just about anyone. We booked an entire Clipper vacation for a long weekend and included tickets to the Royal BC Museum. They made it so easy to do everything in Victoria I cant wait to go with the Clipper again.

Convenient and affordable way to travel to and from Friday harbor. While I only purchased my ticket for transport purposes, I was happy to learn that Clipper provides information about the history of the surrounding area, Marine and land life, and other interesting information. Purchasing a ticket and boarding the ferry were both straight forward with no complications.

Rode the ferry from Vancouver to Seattle. Departure and arrival were both late by 30-60 minutes and there was quite a bit of waiting to board the vessel. The waiting area was cramped and hot, but adequate. Other than that, the staff was friendly and helpful and the trip to Seattle was good. Suggestions to Clipper Vacations would be more comfortable waiting areas with more power outlets for people to plug in devices, A/C, and water bottle filling stations.

Clean, well managed, on-time and polite service. The ferry ride was also pleasant, scenic and comfortable. We rode in comfort class and enjoyed our time. The staff was very accomodating of our large group.

Wonderful trip from Seattle to Victoria. We upgraded to their new Comfort Class and it made the trip wonderful. It included access to a reserved area at the top front of the ship with extra comfortable seats, free sodas, juices and snacks. Meals delivered to our seats and concierges assigned to assist us with arranging activities for when we arrived - which allowed us to skip the long line at the fabulous Royal museum. Great trip.

Great way to get to Canada. Friendly staff!

Went to Victoria 8/18/19 For the first time took the Clipper and it was ok.Would have be nice if there was Wifi. I traveled vista

Dont do the upgrade going to the island. Stay on the first floor. Then you get in a shorter line to get into customs

Its a great boat and wonderful experience. The only reason for three stars is they charge you $10 extra if your bag is 53 lb. Its funny because its a boat and not an airplane and our airplane didnt even charge us at 53 lbs. They are just copying airplanes as an easy way to get extra Revenue from customers on the spot. Bad practice.

Thank you JD , great customer service.Recommend book hotel thought them .Way to go

Fun convenient way to visit Victoria, BC from Seattle. Great package deals. Easy access from Seattle water front straight to Victoria, fastest easiest way to get there.

This company does an amazing job of getting you to BC as well as to the different sites and destinations. They run things on time like a well oiled machine. This was my 2nd vacation with them in 2 years. Both have been wonderful experiences and great values.

Outstanding customer service. Extremely comfortable way to travel.!

The boat was great. A waiter will come by and ask if you want to order drinks or food and they bring it to you. You can go outside in the back deck, that was my favorite part.

This is a fantastic company to use between Seattle and Victoria. The boats we very clean,the staff excellent and I highly recommend using the upgrade. The cost is minimal and well worth the price.

Excellent views, a great little voyage.

We took the San Juan day trip and had a wonderful experience. Everything was well organized and the boat staff was great. Stephanie, the naturalist on the boat, made the trip even more enjoyable. We didn’t find whales right away, but the crew took some extra time to ensure we got to see them. We saw two pods of killer whales, eagles, and harbor seals. On the way back to Seattle, the crew even stopped again to let us see a humpback whale! My family had a blast!

Awesome job. Beautiful sites.

Great value! The boat was very nice and the ride was smooth and fast. In my opinion, the best way to visit Victoria BC. I cant wait to do it again.

So fast and great service!

Great first experience to the San Juan Islands! Even though it rained (Pacific Northwest, what do you expect ?!) we had an amazing time. Crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and was able to answer all our questions once port side. I would recommend boarding as early as possible (group 1 or 2) as table and group seat space is limited. You will potentially end up standing for the duration of the ride or sitting outside on the upper deck. Not too bad on a calm day i suspect, but i can tell you from experience its not a joyride out there in the rain. Dress in layers and make sure the outer is water repellent/proof. Will definitely do this trip with Clipper again!

Great people, fun trip. Had a great day.

The boat was comfortable and good food/beverage options for reasonable prices. There were tours and tea options available for purchase for the destination as well. The crew were helpful and friendly. There is an deck available on the second level for outside views.

This was a good trip and we saw some Orcas. However, it was a 12 hour day to essentially have 30 mins of Orcas from afar. I think thats the price you pay to whale watch. So, I would say we they delivered on their end.