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Six Day Itinerary for San Juan Islands Sailing Tour
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Using Northwind as your base you will explore both quiet coves on secluded islands (only accessable by boat) to quaint towns and resorts. Four major islands include Orcas, San Juan, Shaw and Lopez. (Orcas is named for a Spanish explorer, and not for the local Orca whale.) Each island is unique with its own story to tell.
There are many variations to this itinerary below. If you book the entire boat we can plan a custom itinerary for your group. If you're not sure where to go, we will take you to some of our favorite spots. Sit back and relax and lets take a short cruise through the islands!
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Day Two - Monday: After exploring Sucia we set course for Roche Harbor on San Juan Island. On our way to Roche we will sail up the west side of Orcas Island. (we often see porpoise in this area) You may even catch a glimpse of abandoned lime kilns hidden in the forest along the shore. We will serve lunch underway today. Arriving in Roche the beautiful Hotel De Haro (once the home of Limestone king, John McMillan) will greet you along with a cute little white church, a beautiful garden and an unusual monument.
There is also the remains of the 13 lime kilns that helped pave the streets of Seattle in the late 1800's. After a short stay we motor up Mosquito pass to Garrison Bay where British Camp is located, the quaint museum/monument for the "Pig War" that took place between the Americans and British on San Juan Island. Need more exercise? There is a great hike nearby to a viewpoint at the top of Mt. Young where British soldiers once stood watch.
We often spot Orca whales nearby off the west side of San Juan Island and the salmon fishing can be good near here in the Fall. If you want to try some of the best oysters you'll ever taste-we will hop in the zodiac and pay a visit to Westcott Bay Sea Farms and pick up a few dozen for an appetizer.
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We will tie up to the dock to reprovision and spend the night. You will enjoy looking at the shops, renting a bike or moped, or visiting the Whale Museum or art galleries. Tonight you will eat out ashore to give the crew a break...we have some great recommendations we will share with you!
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Day Five - Thursday: Today we depart Friday Harbor for Eagle Harbor on Cypress Island. For those of you seeking more solitude you will enjoy the forested hills of Cypress Island where you can hike for hours on beautiful trails or enjoy a quiet paddle in the kayak. Cypress is another of our favorite islands as it has a remote, wild and rugged feel. There are at least four choices for hiking trails that vary from easy to difficult based on grade.
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Sail The San Juans
PO Box 5186
Bellingham, WA 98227-5186
(800) 729-3207
sails@stsj.com
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Sail The San Juans
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