when to see orcas in alaska
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Orca Whales, Killer Whales of Alaska Orcas found in Alaska's waters by region and numbers: Seward Alaska: The best (Orca) killer whale viewing out of Seward is from May 5 - June 5 during which period several pods of orcas are found feed on a small king salmon run that congregates south of Seward. Background - Alaska Dept.
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The Best Time for Whale Watching in California Monterey Bay. There are two seasons for whale watching in Monterey Bay, home of a world-famous aquarium. Visit from mid-December through mid-April to see gray whales, dolphins and killer whales migrating, or visit from mid-April through mid-December to see humpback whales, blue whales, dolphins and killer whales.
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When is the Best Time for Whale Watching in Alaska? Best time for Viewing Whales in Alaska. Best Time To See Gray Whales: Your best chance to see the Gray whales would be in Ketchikan, Sitka, Kodiak or Seward during the months of April and May. They can be spotted as they move to the far north Alaska waters of the Bering Sea by late April.
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Whale Watching in Alaska Though orcas, humpbacks, and belugas are the most frequently seen large cetaceans in Alaska, many other species spend at least part of the year in Alaskan waters. Gray whales migrating from Baja California pass along the outer coast of Southeast Alaska on the way to summer feeding grounds in the Bering Sea. In addition to viewing opportunities during migration, some individuals occasionally remain along Southeast Alaska's outer coast for the summer.
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Alaska Cruise & Cruise Tour Questions Anytime between May and September is a good time to go to Alaska, but there are better times in the season to travel if you have a specific interest or motivation. For example, if you're interested in saving money, then the shoulder seasons of May and September are the best times to go.
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Marine Mammal Viewing Two communities in Alaska offer limited opportunities for polar bear viewing: Kaktovik and Barrow. Though polar bears spend most of their life out on the sea ice, many aggregate along the coast near Barter Island, where the village of Kaktovik is located, during the ice-free period between August and October.
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Best Time to Visit Alaska Visitors often ask: When is the best month to visit Alaska? You can't go wrong visiting Alaska anytime between May 10 and September 15. The days are long, nature is in full bloom, and the air is alive with energy. Most tours operate mid-May to mid-September, with the exception of those into Denali (mid-June to end of August). Peak season is mid-June to mid-August.
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Blog Whale Watching. Gray whales annually pass by the Peninsula twice each year, once on their migration from the Arctic to their wintering and breeding grounds in Southern California and Mexico and on the return trip from the southern climes.
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Whale star of 'Free Willy' dies after return to wild However, the orca swam 870 miles and in September 2002 appeared in Skaalvik Fjord in western Norway, where it allowed swimmers to play with it and even ride on its back. Norwegians drove for hours for a chance to see and play with the movie star whale.
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When is the Best Time for Whale Watching in Alaska? Best Time To See Humpback Whales: During the summer months you will see Humpback whales in the Barren Islands between Homer and Kodiak. June and July are the best months for seeing these enormous whales feeding using bubble-netting.
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- Whale watching Canada. Orca Dreams offers four-day all-inclusive tours from our luxury island camp site in the wildlife rich area of Northern Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. Whale watching Vancouver Island is a once-in-a-lifetime exerience. This is your chance to sea kayak with killer (orca) whales or watch them from our boat, the Tenzing.
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When Is the Best Time for Salmon Fishing in Alaska? Sockeye salmon runs are also prevalent from June to late July. From mid-July to mid-August, look for red, pink or chum salmon. Catch silver salmon, otherwise called coho salmon, later in the season from July to October.
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- Practical Points. 1  Peak season for whale watching is between May and November. 2  Most whale-watching operators require advance reservations. 3  Dress in warm layers as boat decks can be breezy. 4  Seasickness is generally not an issue, but for trips on open waters be prepared for some motion.
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Alaska Fisheries Calendar and Seasons Here is a Calendar outlining the Fishing Seasons in Alaska with the regions in which they run indicated as well. – Jan. 1 – Aug. 15: Pacific Cod (Pots) “A” season begins. – Jan. 20 – Nov. 1: Pacific Cod (Bering Sea via Trawlers) No fisheries begin in the month of February but several are ongoing from other seasons. – March 1 – Nov. 15: IFQ Blackcod (sablefish) season.
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Alaska A summer whale watching trip in southeastern Alaska will give you life-long memories of wildlife encounters. From Juneau to Homer, you'll find many opportunities to explore the spectacular seascape, from the open ocean to steep-sided fjords.
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- 1 Ocean salmon: Anglers are reeling in chinook salmon in all four marine areas off the Washington coast.  Black bears: Several parts of the state open in August for black bear hunting. Hunters are allowed two bears during the general season, only one of which may be taken in eastern Washington.
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Best Months For Halibut Fishing in Alaska! Best Months For Halibut Fishing in Alaska! The best time of the year to fish for Alaska's renowned halibut is typically in the months of June, July and August. Years of experience has us believing that each of these three months holds something special in the way of Halibut fishing in Alaska's Kenai Peninsula.
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WHALE WATCHING AT BODEGA HEAD Giants Migrate Along the Sonoma Coast and Bodega Bay. The epic migration of whales peaks from January through May, but is visible during much of the year. Each year gray and blue whales travel south from the Chukchi Sea near Alaska and down to Baja California for winter, then back north for the summer feeding season. A great vantage point is the Ocean Overlook at Bodega Bay Head, or various whale watching boat trips launching from the local area.
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Whale Watching Trips Whale Watching Trips. Whale watching in Maine is more than a spectator sport; it’s a connection with nature. The world’s largest living creatures can be found feeding and frolicking just 20 miles off the Maine coast. The best time for Maine whale watching begins in mid-April when hungry whales arrive to feast in local waters rich in sand eels, copepods, plankton, and fish. In October, they’ll head south toward warmer seas.
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Best Months For Halibut Fishing in Alaska! July is many times referred to as the best month for halibut fishing in Alaska as the fish move in closer to the mouths of the rivers to feed. In July you can often catch halibut in as little as 20 feet of water but most fishing takes place in 80 to 90 foot depths.
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Meet the different types of orca Bigg’s orcas. Another North Pacific ecotype are Bigg’s, or transient, orcas. These are mammal-eating orcas, and like Residents, different communities of Bigg’s orcas specialize on different prey – from harbor seals to minke whales to gray whale calves.
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How to See Orcas Time your adventure carefully during the whale-watching season to maximize your chances of seeing plenty of orcas. Generally, the best time to see these whales in the Washington area is in the spring, summer and early fall, from April to early October. During this part of the year, orcas are plentiful, as it's the best time for whales to find runs of salmon in the water.
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Bald Eagle Viewing Directory American Bald Eagle Foundation in Haines, AK. Alaska is a long way to go for someone who would just like to see bald eagles; an alternative is the Northern Mississippi valley during January and February. As many as five thousand bald eagles winter on the river between Cairo, Illinois and St. Paul, Minnesota. Several communities host bald eagle festivals.
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- The best time to see mother whales with calves off the Orange Coast is March through April. At birth, a gray whale measures about 15 feet long and weighs nearly a ton. It may mature to 46 feet, longer than a school bus, and to a weight of 36 tons.
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The Best Time of Year to Visit Alaska Alaska is home to one-of-a-kind events such as the Tesoro Iron Dog Snowmobile Race in mid-February, the March 50-km Tour of Anchorage Nordic Ski Race, the March Iditarod Dog Sled Race and the April Arctic Man Ski &amp; Sno-Go Classic.
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How to See Orcas Make the journey to where the orcas live. In North America, your best bet is to head to the islands at the northern tip of Washington state near Bellingham and Anacortes, Washington. These small islands, including San Juan Island and Orcas Island, are the orcas’ home base in the States.