Late Season Puffin & Scenic Coastal Cruise

1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

This 90 minute tour features the incredible Witless Bay Ecological Reserve - your best chance to view puffins in late season. Attractions vary with the time of year but occasionally whale, dolphins, tuna and ocean sunfish are encountered. Seasonal guidance: puffins nest May through to mid-September with some usually remaining till Sept 20. Whale season is from mid-June through mid-August with occasional sightings in late season. Wildlife cannot be 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 (minimum 90 minutes). Our catamaran offers the most space for your comfort. Screech In ceremony available during cruise - guests should pre-register at time of tour check in.

What to Expect

Shared tour (max 100)

3 places

1 hr 30 min duration

Gatherall's Puffin & Whale Watch

90 minute exploration of the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve and the scenic vistas of the surrounding coastline. Best opportunity for late season puffin sightings (its late seas but usually there are some remaining till Sept 20). You'll travel aboard a stable catamaran with a comfortable viewing platform.

The tour includes stops along the sheltered areas of the islands that comprise the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve. The areas visited offer great opportunities to view and photograph late season puffins and other bird life encountered.

While past peak whale season, any whales and other marine life encountered will be incorporated into the tour.

Tour narrated by an experienced, professional crewmember providing commentary, with a mix of information about the natural and cultural heritage of the area as well as some live local musical selections.
Cruise duration is 90 minutes. Please allow additional two hours for shuttle pick up and drop off to selected hotel.

Points of Interest

Gatherall's Puffin and Whale Watch
Bay Bulls (Bull Head)
Witless Bay ecological reserve

What's Included

INCLUDED

All safety equipment is provided as per requirements set forth by Transport Canada Marine Safety
All tours hosted by an experienced, local guide
Vessel is washroom equipped
Passengers are provided a pre-departure safety briefing

NOT INCLUDED

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities are not included and are at the discretion of the guest
Round trip transportation from / to hotel. Contact Gatherall's to confirm details and update booking. 3 hour minimum for new requests.

Meeting And Pickup

Start time:

10:30 AM

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Participants are advised to regard all instruction provided by the vessel crew
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.
Direction/guidance is provided to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all passengers
Persons travelling with infants / small children to provide their own car / booster seats for shuttle service

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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

If you cancel less than 24 hours before the start time, the amount paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the start time will not be accepted.

Cut-off times are based on the experience's local time.

This experience requires good weather. If canceled due to poor weather, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Customer Reviews

Source: Viator and Tripadvisor

4.8

18 total reviews

Rating Distribution

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Late Season Puffin & Scenic Coastal Cruise