Late Season Puffin & Scenic Coastal Cruise

4.9(40)1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Gatheralls Puffin and Whale Watch

Best location for late season puffin sightings

About this activity

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'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

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

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.

Good to know

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

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

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