St. John's Exclusive Whale Watching, Seabird & Iceberg Tours

4.5(587)2 hFree cancellationBy Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours

About this activity

Iceberg Quest is the only boat tour operating from St. John's harbour. Walking distance from hotels. No shuttles required.

Welcome aboard Newfoundland’s award-winning boat tour. Depart from the heart of downtown St. John’s, the oldest North American seaport. Witness the world’s largest concentration of humpback whales thrust their 40 ton bodies into a full breach! Encounter 12,000 year old icebergs from Greenland glaciers. Observe seabirds including Atlantic puffins, Northern gannets, black-legged kittiwakes, and bald eagles.

Visit the most easterly land point in North America, Cape Spear. Experience breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean meeting the land. Take in Cape Spear Lighthouse standing proud. Entertaining and educational, our narrated tour is fun for the whole family. Step aboard ...Experience the WONDER!

What's included

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

Meeting and pickup

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.

Good to know

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 season is typically May to June. Iceberg sightings are not guaranteed. Sightings vary each year.
Whales peak sightings typically mid June to mid August. Whale sightings are not guaranteed. Sightings before/after peak season are a bonus.
The Tour Operates Rain or Shine, Please Dress Appropriately. A Heated Cabin is Available.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travellers
This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
Please Follow All Instructions Provided by the Crew.
Most travellers can participate
Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Cancellation policy

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

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