Western Prince was the first company from the San Juan Islands to share the wonder of Orca whales with the public in 1986 and has continued to maintain the highest quality viewing experience with over 2500 tours to date. We have dedicated years to observing and understanding marine wildlife here in the San Juan Islands and the entire staff enjoys sharing their knowledge and insight with you.

Ivan and Jacquelyn Reiff are the proud owners and operators of Western Prince Whale Watching & Wildlife Tours. Ivan and Jacquelyn reside in Friday Harbor year-round with their two dogs, Jesse and Zoe.

Ivan holds a USCG Master 50 Ton License and is the full time captain of the Western Prince II. Ivan’s appreciation for marine wildlife began in childhood, working on his father’s commercial fishing vessel from the age of 9. “Commercial fishing taught me to appreciate the beauty and diversity of the marine environment, as well as showing me the need for conservation and education. Our hope is that we can have a positive impact by sharing this incredible marine ecosystem with our guests."

Jacquelyn is a California and Washington State credentialed science teacher with an emphasis in Life Science. Jacquelyn teaches at the local public school during the school year and you’ll find her in our office helping out during the summer.