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- St. John's, Canada
Late Season Puffin & Scenic Coastal Cruise
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Mobile ticket
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Offered in: English
What to Expect
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
- 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
- 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
Pickup Point
Shuttle service is available on select tours from St. John's hotels for additional fee of $35 + tax / person. MUST be booked directly with us at least 3 business hours in advance of tour time. Please contact / message us to confirm. Shuttle fees payable at time of tour check in.
Meeting Point
Where you'll meet your guide
For shuttle service please contact us to arrange. Driving: From St. John's (30 minutes by car). South on Route 2 from downtown. Exit Route 3 South to Bay Bulls. Exit left on to St. John's Road & left on Northside Road to Gatherall's Dock.
End Point
Where the tour ends
This experience ends at the starting point.
Start time:
9:00 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
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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