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Newfoundland Puffin and Whale Watch Cruise

By Gatheralls Puffin and Whale Watch
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Overview

Best location.
Best crew.
Best tour boat.
Cruise to the incredible Witless Bay Ecological Reserve for your chance to watch puffins, whales, and icebergs. Wildlife attractions vary with the time of year. Puffins nest May through to mid-September. Whale season peaks mid-June through mid-August.  Whale sometimes sighted before and after peak period. Icebergs typically appear May to mid-June.  Whales and or icebergs are not guaranteed on any given cruise.

Enjoy entertaining and educational live commentary provided by on board naturalists and crew. Learn about Newfoundland's marine wildlife and heritage from your enthusiastic, knowledgeable, professional guides during this awesome adventure.  Our catamaran offers the most space for your comfort. Our tour boat offers the greatest range to improve chance of encountering whales and other marine wildlife.
Tours duration is a minimum of 90 minutes. Tour boat has indoor accommodation for all guests. Transport Canada Certified crew & boat.

Activity location
  • Gatherall's Puffin & Whale Watch
    • 90 Northside Road
    • A0A 1C0, Bay Bulls, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Gatherall's Puffin & Whale Watch
    • 90 Northside Road
    • A0A 1C0, Bay Bulls, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

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What's included, what's not

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    All safety equipment is provided as per requirements set forth by Transport Canada Marine Safety
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    All tours hosted by an experienced, local guide
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    Free parking available on site
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    Vessel is washroom equipped
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    Passengers are provided a pre-departure safety briefing
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    Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
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    Service charge
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    Transport available on request. Additional fee applicable. Contact vendor to add transport

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Participants are advised to regard all instruction provided by the vessel crew
  • Direction/guidance is provided to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all passengers
  • Depending on vessel movement/sea conditions, passengers may be advised by the crew to refrain from standing or to remain seated during certain portions of the cruise
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Whales and or icebergs cannot be guaranteed on any given cruise.
  • If in the event that the activity is cancelled on the part of Gatherall’s at any time prior to or during the scheduled activity, participants can elect to either reschedule at no additional charge or will receive a full refund.
  • Transport is available from select hotels - additional fees applicable - must be confirmed two hours in advance of tour. Contact Gatherall's

Activity itinerary

Visit the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve, home of the Atlantic Puffin and millions of seabirds plus one of Newfoundland's best whale watching areas. Top rated tour features wildlife & attractions in season. Incredible coastal scenery all season. Seasonal guidance (attractions & experiences may vary): Puffins guaranteed mid-May through mid-September. Whales: Mid-June through mid-August best chance for sightings. Icebergs: May & June best chance for sightings. Number & distribution of whales and icebergs vary each season. We’d love to experience whales and icebergs on every tour but please remember that nature keeps its own schedule. WHALES and / or ICEBERG SIGHTINGS NOT GUARANTEED. Entertaining and informative commentary features a wealth of information about the natural and cultural heritage interspersed with colourful stories and songs characteristic of Newfoundland's vibrant culture. Travel aboard the largest, most comfortable and stable tour boat in Newfoundland. Multiple decks and abundant rails space provide the best views. Its custom design allows us to spend less time getting to the best spots so you can spend more time with the wildlife. Top Rated Tour!

Location

Activity location
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    Gatherall's Puffin & Whale Watch
    • 90 Northside Road
    • A0A 1C0, Bay Bulls, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Gatherall's Puffin & Whale Watch
    • 90 Northside Road
    • A0A 1C0, Bay Bulls, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

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