2 Hour Award-Winning Whale and Seabird Boat Tour from St. John's

4.6
(454 reviews)

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join Newfoundland’s award-winning boat tour as we depart from the heart of downtown St. John’s, the oldest seaport in North America. Witness the world’s largest concentration of humpback whales, watching as they thrust their massive 40 ton bodies into the air, and wave their iconic tails for amazing photo opportunities. Steam through the passageway of 12,000 year old icebergs as they travel from the glaciers of Greenland. Surround yourself with the different seabirds that frequent our shores including the black-legged kittiwakes, northern gannets, bald eagles and the elegant yet playful Atlantic Puffins. Visit the most easterly point in North America, Cape Spear. Breathtaking views of where the Atlantic Ocean meets the land, with Cape Spear Lighthouse and Battery above you. Both entertaining and educational, our narrated tour is fun for the whole family.

What's Included

(available for purchase)
Pre-Departure Safety Briefing
Experienced Guides
Safety Equipment Provided, as per Transport Canada Requirements
Restroom on board
Heated Cabin
Licensed Bar on board

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Located in downtown St. John's, departing from the oldest seaport in North America. Please arrive at our Kiosk 30 minutes prior to departure for check in and safety briefing. Walk from downtown hotels, B&B's, the Convention Centre, dining, George Street & shopping. No shuttle required.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Ticket Redemption Point

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    View the St. John's harbour and skyline from the water! Spectacular 'whale's eye' views of historic buildings, colourful rows of houses and the famous St. John's Outer Battery. Wave to passing ships as you make your way to the entrance of St. John's harbour, The Narrows.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    From the base of Signal Hill, you will witness the historic and significant Cabot Tower, the site of the first wireless transatlantic communication. You'll have a front-row seat to the hiking trails that dot along the coastline.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Pass by historic landmarks such as Fort Amherst Lighthouse. Learn about the history of these landmarks through a guided narration including the significance of the St. John's port since the early 1500's.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Sailing past the incredible Blackhead Sea Caves you will witness a kittiwake colony. Keep watch for bald eagles, northern gannets, puffins and other seabirds that you may see as they frequent this area.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Witness breathtaking views of the incredible Cape Spear National Historic Site - the most easterly point in North America! You will be on the Atlantic Ocean looking at the emerging rugged coastline of ancient volcanic and metamorphic rock. Atop the cliffs is the Cape Spear Lighthouse and Battery, sitting at 213 feet above sea level, providing both direction and safety to passing ships for over a century.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Iceberg and Whale Sightings are not guaranteed.
Supplied by Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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