ISLAND EXPRESS CHARTERS

Your transport to the San Juan Islands

Island Express Charters

Your transport to the San Juan Islands

Water-Taxi

We provide regularly scheduled transportation to most destinations within the San Juan Islands. Ride with us for a fast and relaxing trip to the islands.

Private Charters

Whether you have a specific water taxi destination in mind or just want to take a tour through scenic island passages, we can personalize your experience.

Freight Transportation

At Island Express Charters we transport just about anything we can fit in our boats – safely and efficiently! We can move your cargo, crew and deliver your groceries.

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Adventure Series

Call or text (360) 299-2875 to reserve your seat on an island adventure each Saturday!

James Island State Park

April 12, 2025
Depart Skyline Marina at 11am
Depart James Island at 2:30pm
Enjoy a day hike on James Island, take in a spectacular view of Mt Baker, or hunt for beach treasures on one of the island’s two beautiful beaches.
Price: $45 roundtrip adults*, $38 roundtrip children*
*plus a $2 per person state park fee

Cypress Island

April 19, 2025
Depart Skyline Marina at 9am
Depart Pelican Beach at 12:30pm
Bring your hiking shoes, cameras, and a picnic lunch to explore the labyrinth of trails on Cypress Island. Land at Smuggler’s Cove on Cypress’ west side and hike over to Pelican Beach where the boat will pick you up. Trail length is approximately 2 miles with a peak of roughly 300 feet of elevation.
Price: $45 roundtrip adults, $38 roundtrip children

Cypress Island

April 26, 2025
Depart Skyline Marina at 11am
Depart Smuggler’s Cove at 2:30pm
Bring your hiking shoes, cameras, and a picnic lunch to explore the labyrinth of trails on Cypress Island. Land at Pelican Beach on Cypress’ north side and hike over to Smuggler’s Cove where the boat will pick you up. Trail length is approximately 2 miles with a peak of roughly 300 feet of elevation.
Price: $45 roundtrip adults, $38 roundtrip children

James Island State Park

May 3, 2025
Depart Skyline Marina at 11am
Depart James Island at 2:30pm
Enjoy a day hike on James Island, take in a spectacular view of Mt Baker, or hunt for beach treasures on one of the island’s two beautiful beaches.
Price: $45 roundtrip adults*, $38 roundtrip children*
*plus a $2 per person state park fee

Explore The

San Juan Islands

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San Juan Water Taxi

Our Fleet

Island Express

Island Express II

Leeway

Versatile Transportation

Efficient Routing

We know time is money. Our three-vessel rotation allows us to increase reach and significantly decrease waiting times. Our crew will get you where you need to go…faster.

Beach Landings

Our versatile landing crafts make it easy and safe to drop people and gear on almost any beach or shoreline. No need for a dock! This can save a lot of work if you’re hauling freight to a remote location. ATV’s and UTV’s simply drive on and drive off.

Environmentally Friendly

Known for rural Pacific Northwest landscapes and wildlife, the San Juan Islands offer the most amazing water access-only destinations. With the environment in mind, we use landing craft vessels to minimize environmental impact when accessing the shoreline.

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