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Pacific Northwest USA
Forest shores. Quiet coves.
A different kind of escape.
Discover The San Juan Islands on a private yacht charter shaped around you.
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Since 1977.
Why charter here
A World of Possibilities
In Washington’s San Juan Islands, wooded shores and small harbours frame days on the water. Take time for a forest walk, a village visit or simply the view from deck. Engel & Völkers Yachting can explore yacht options and a personal route through this distinctive corner of the Pacific Northwest.
Speak With Our Charter TeamLocal character
Discover The San Juan Islands from the water.
Time ashore
Make space for places that interest you.
Life aboard
Settle into your own cruising rhythm.
Your own pace
A journey shaped around your preferences.
Places to discover
Explore the region →Friday Harbor
A welcoming island starting point.
Orcas Island
Forested hills and wide island views.
Sucia Island
Sandstone coves and open horizons.
Roche Harbor
A historic waterfront on San Juan Island.
Regional impressions. Sample routes below are planned separately with your captain.
Journey inspiration
From Inspiration to Itinerary
Begin with a few days in The San Juan Islands, or stay a little longer. These sample journeys are a starting point for your own route.
3-Day Itinerary
Sample · 3 days / 2 nights
- Friday Harbor → Jones Island
- Jones Island → Roche Harbor
- Roche Harbor → Friday Harbor
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Day 1 — Friday Harbor → Jones Island
Embark at Friday Harbor and cruise towards Jones Island for a suitable mooring or anchorage.
Day 2 — Jones Island → Roche Harbor
Continue to Roche Harbor, with time to enjoy the waterfront.
Day 3 — Roche Harbor → Friday Harbor
Return around the north of San Juan Island and through San Juan Channel, subject to currents.
The samples stay in US waters and begin at Friday Harbor; mainland transfers are planned separately. Strong tidal streams, exposed crossings, fog and mooring limits affect the route. Shore access and park facilities are checked before departure. Wildlife sightings are never promised; the crew follows current viewing rules.
Discuss This Journey7-Day Itinerary
Sample · 7 days / 6 nights
- Friday Harbor → Jones Island
- Jones Island → Sucia Island
- A day at Sucia Island
- Sucia Island → Stuart Island
- Stuart Island → Roche Harbor
- Roche Harbor → Friday Harbor
- Friday Harbor and disembarkation
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Day 1 — Friday Harbor → Jones Island
A short opening day leaves time for the island shoreline.
Day 2 — Jones Island → Sucia Island
Cruise north towards Sucia, with the passage timed around currents and wind.
Day 3 — A day at Sucia Island
Leave a full day for trails and coves when conditions permit.
Day 4 — Sucia Island → Stuart Island
Head west to a suitable stop around Stuart Island.
Day 5 — Stuart Island → Roche Harbor
Trade forested shores for a waterfront afternoon.
Day 6 — Roche Harbor → Friday Harbor
Return to the embarkation harbour with time in hand.
Day 7 — Friday Harbor and disembarkation
Enjoy a final morning before leaving the yacht.
The samples stay in US waters and begin at Friday Harbor; mainland transfers are planned separately. Strong tidal streams, exposed crossings, fog and mooring limits affect the route. Shore access and park facilities are checked before departure. Wildlife sightings are never promised; the crew follows current viewing rules.
Discuss This JourneySample itineraries offer inspiration, not a fixed sailing schedule. Yacht availability, minimum charter duration and embarkation arrangements are confirmed individually. Your captain adapts the route and overnight stops to the yacht, weather and local conditions.
Planning your journey
The samples stay in US waters and begin at Friday Harbor; mainland transfers are planned separately. Strong tidal streams, exposed crossings, fog and mooring limits affect the route. Shore access and park facilities are checked before departure. Wildlife sightings are never promised; the crew follows current viewing rules.
Late spring to early autumn offers a natural window for a San Juan Islands charter, with summer bringing longer days. Cool evenings, fog and changing winds remain part of the region. Seasonal park work can affect facilities, so the final stops are confirmed close to travel.
Signature experiences
More Than a Vacation
Leave room for a favourite place, a long lunch and the simple pleasure of being on the water.
Explore the PossibilitiesWaterfront Walks
Step ashore for a quiet harbour stroll.
Island Harbours
Pause for local waterfront life between cruising days.
Nature From Deck
Watch the changing shore and keep an eye out for wildlife.
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Let’s Create
Your Perfect Escape.
Tell Engel & Völkers Yachting what you’re dreaming of. Your preferences are the starting point for a personal conversation.
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About the imagery
Original AI-generated regional illustrations. Images do not depict a specific yacht, exact location or confirmed bookable service.