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
597 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience - saw some whales
robertrF4778GB,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience. Patrick O'Brien and his crew did a great job!
A Must-Do in Newfoundland
anastasiyab850,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you’re visiting Newfoundland, I can’t recommend O’Brien’s Whale & Bird Tours enough. The tour was informative, entertaining, and full of those “I can’t believe I’m actually seeing this” moments. We spotted bald eagles, whales, puffins, and countless other seabirds along the way. What stood out most was how much the crew genuinely cared that everyone on board had a great experience. They made sure everyone got a good view, answered questions, and somehow made two hours on the water fly by. An unforgettable day from start to finish.
Best experience EVER 😀
Navigator44231866281,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You 100% need to do this tour. The staff are brilliant...super friendly and very knowledgeable. The experience itself was fun, educational, and to see a whale in its natural habitat is something I will never forget.
We had a great experience
travel678154,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great experience. Tour guide was great. Lots and lots of birds
Best Boat Tour
Vacationer422940,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were up close to an iceberg and saw Puffins flying alongside the boat.
Wonderful experience
369connien,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely magical trip to see the puffins and seabirds and extremely fortunate to have an iceberg near the bay. Highly recommend. Great communication from the company, very well organized, appreciated the quick way I could reschedule a tour, great crew!!! Bathrooms and a bar on board is a definite bonus
Perfect!
colleenwA1949TM,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely perfect outing. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Highly recommend this company
Iceberg and bird watch
Colleen M,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful staff Knowledgeable Great customer service Tried hard to find whales Bird island was amazing
Wonderful tour, iceberg and birds!
Patlikestotravel2019,Jun 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful afternoon. The boat took us around the grounded iceberg in the harbour.. it was spectacular! And the bird island reserve was awesome. Saw some eagles scatter the birds, and so many species of birds. No whales today, but trip will be memorable for a long time. Noah was great guide, full of enthusiasm and fun as well as knowledge of birds.
Excellent tour with O'Brien's Boat Tours in Bay Bulls, Newfoundland and Labrador
Curiosity31159786124,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fabulous experience on O'Brien's Whale and Bird Tour in Bay Bulls, Newfoundland and Labrador. It was a glorious June day with sunshine and the most gorgeous blue sky, along with the infamous wind. The admission fee was well worth the cost and very reasonable for a 2 hour tour. There is a bar on the boat, so you can enjoy some Iceberg Beer in the famous blue bottle, brewed right at Quidi Vidi in St. John's. The highlight was seeing a magnificent, massive iceberg. The captain circled it several times giving everyone plenty of opportunities to take photos and admire its beauty from every angle. The wildlife was amazing as well. We saw countless birds (the most they have seen in years) including puffins, murres (turrs) and even 3 bald eagles. There were thousand of birds and the captain slowed down the boat so that we could enjoy the beauty of the their flights and sounds. The narration throughout the tour was excellent - informative, educational and engaging and we were offered to ask questions. The crew was professional, friendly and made safety a priority by clearly explaining all safety procedures before our departure. To top it all off, there was a traditional Screech-In ceremony and fun sing-along that added to the Newfoundland and Labrador experience. They had Newfoundland music playing throughout. This was an outstanding tour from start to finish. I highly recommend it for anyone visiting Newfoundland and Labrador looking for a memorable adventure on the water.
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