2 Hours Guided Whale and Bird Boat Tour in Bay Bulls
Overview
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2 hours
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Delivering exceptional service and unforgettable experiences to our guests for 40 years. With four decades of experience under our belt, we have perfected the art of providing the best boat tour experience.
Our tour guides are highly knowledgeable and passionate about the local history and wildlife, and they are committed to sharing their expertise with our guests. Additionally, our boats are well-maintained and equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable and safe journey for all.
Our guests also have the opportunity to witness breathtaking views of the coastline and marine life in their natural habitat. We take pride in our commitment to sustainability and responsible tourism, and we strive to minimize our impact on the environment while providing a memorable experience. With all these factors combined, we guarantee that our 40-year-old boat tour is an experience that you will cherish for a lifetime.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guest recommended to bring their warm clothing
Coats/Warm Clothing is available too purchase in store
What To Expect
Witless Bay Ecological Reserve
Every spring and summer the four islands that make up the reserve become a nesting ground for approximately 4 million seabirds. Several different species that can be seen on the islands include: the second largest colony of Leach’s Storm-Petrel in the world (620,000 pairs), Common Murre, Razorbill Auk, Black-Legged Kittiwake, Great Black-backed Gull, Black Guillemot, Nothern Fulmar, Thick-billed Murre, and Herring Gull.
Options
2 Hours Guided Whale and Bird Boat Tour in Bay Bulls
What‘s Included
Lifejackets
Shuttle Service 35 CAD
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
630 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Whale watching and Gull Island
cathypG3421AU,Jul 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a Beautiful Day for whale watching, the sun was shining and many whales were seen! Also went to gull Island...lots of puffins, gulls and terns. Didn't need to stay as long as we did there. You eventually get used to the smell after a while. Bring a hooded jacket or wear a hat as they do poop on you. Liam was our tour guide and did an AMAZING job! Fun, upbeat and very informative!!
Great Tour
rosemaryv936,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Staff was very knowledgeable and very entertaining. Great time.
Best sea life experience ever!
S7928AAroba,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was amazing to see 10 or more humpbacks in the first hour of the voyage. One pair came within a few metres of the boat! The amount of birds (including puffins) in the preserve was staggering! The crew was engaged and entertaining throughout the trip and made the entire experience personal and enjoyable.
Fantastic, 5 stars
MichaelaB1996,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was well worth the money. The crew was kind and made the experience very enjoyable! They took time to talk with everyone on board and allowed questions when asked. We did the 4:30pm tour and were back on shore by 6:25pm. We got very close to two whales and saw thousands of birds. Would highly recommend Patrick and his crew.
First class experience.
johnking6,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.0010 out of 10 in every respect. Superb commentary by Zach who was energetic, cheerful and full of actual information and knowledge about the birds and whales we saw. First class experience and this 2 hour tour was longer than one offered by the competitor from across the harbour. Even those of us living here who have seen many whales and puffins, this was an excellent tour.
Early Birds got whales and puffins!
121alexisa,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked on-line ourselves. No problems! We chose 9 AM time. Despite the early morning being cool and misty, we loaded on the boat safely. Intro’s were made by staff. The boat was clean & neat with adequate seating. We chose to sit by the Captain. Luckily we saw lots of birds on the water and whale sightings almost immediately. The Captain was very good at moving the boat to the whale sightings. We did do Witless Bay Ecological Reserve to see 2 million birds nesting. Again, the Captain did a great job trolling the island for viewing and photographs. Zach was telling jokes, describing 12, 3, 6, 9 time clock to point out whales, calling out birds names and describing what we were seeing, along with screeching ceremony. We unloaded safely at dock. Overall we got great value for our dollar. No one can predict whales or icebergs. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable and we enjoyed! Recommendations: better camera zoom lenses for puffin photos, and you might need a toque or gloves. Loved our experience.
A must do without no doubt :o)
claudedO8727AT,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bonjour, we did a great boat tour at 4h30 June 26th, and including the best weather, blue sky, no wind , full sunny. we saw many humpbacks whales eating caplins, the captain gave us the time to enjoy it many minutes. And what about the Witless Ecological Reserve Island, a big WOW, millions of puffins, penguins among others. I would do it again if I did not have to go back home, Quebec. I will refer the O'Brien's for sure. Have a great Summer ! Helene and Claude :o)
Exceeded expectations
ksT2033HN,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fantastic! Exceeded all my expectations! We saw thousands of birds including puffins. Saw half a dozen humpback whales. Worth every penny and every minute. Staff was excellent. Couldn’t recommend anything to change. Well done!
Whales, puffins and murres!
nathalie d,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The team took good care of us from start to finish. We saw lots of humpback whales and sea birds. All was explained to us clearly. We had a good time!
First time and so worth it!
P8397COjunes,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The whales, puffin and the staff were incredible. Patrick did a great job narrating everything for us. Captain did a superb job navigating the high waves and keeping us on course to see everything. First time on this tour and it was worth it!
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