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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.

Our company operates on a smaller scale with a personal touch, providing a superior tour while still showing our utmost respect for the whales and wildlife we encounter. We pride ourselves on always observing federal and WWOANW whale watching guidelines.

We are the first whale watching company on San Juan Island to power our vessel exclusively with eco-friendly Biodiesel. Join us soon to experience a fun and memorable cruise your entire family will enjoy.

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 and Jackie of Western PrinceIvan 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.

Members of:

Nature Conservancy
National Audubon Society
American Cetacean Society
Ocean Conservancy
Sierra Club
Earthjustice Legal Defense
Greenpeace
The Whale Museum - Friday Harbor
Wolf Hollow Wildlife Rehabilitation Center - Friday Harbor
San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce
San Juan Islands Visitors Bureau
Whalewatch Operators Association Northwest