 The waters around Newfoundland and Labrador are home to whales of all kinds - humpback, minke, sperm, pothead, fin, blue, and many more. Between May and September, these whales can be seen breaching the surface of the water and playing along our shores. Catching a single glimpse of these huge and majestic mammals is an exciting and awesome experience whether it is from the rail of a boat, the side of your sea kayak, or the seaside trail on land.
What better way to see a whale than to sail to meet one? Our boat tour operators allow you to do just that, and they know exactly where to find the closest pod.
Your boat will take you close to the best whale watching areas to ensure that you get good look. It is not uncommon for a whale or porpoise to investigate a visiting boat; sometimes, you can look over the railing and see a whale – many metres in length – swimming gracefully under your vessel.
Your tour operator will be there along the way to answer your questions and keep you safe and happy. During your trip, you’ll be educated and entertained while the salty breeze blows in your hair. Along the way, you’ll see caves, waterfalls, and the majesty of the Newfoundland and Labrador coastline along with icebergs, seabirds, and other wildlife.
For more information about boat tours in Newfoundland and Labrador please click here.
This is as close as you’ll get to swimming with a whale, porpoise, or dolphin. A sea kayak tour offers the information, safety, and entertainment of a boat tour, with the closeness and intimacy of a kayak. Our ocean kayaking operators will take you as far as safely possible to caves, inlets, icebergs, and whales.
If you want an up close and personal meeting with a whale, this is how to do it. You’ll be able to dip your paddle mere metres from humpbacks whose dorsal fins dwarf you as they slide by. This is no theme park – this is as wild and natural as they get. You’ll be able to paddle as close or as far as you like because you’ll be in control.
Our ocean kayak tour operators will be near at all times to keep you safe and answer any questions you may have. Kayak tours are available for both beginners and experienced paddlers.
For more information about kayaking and canoeing in Newfoundland and Labrador, please click here.
If your sea legs are out of practice, you can see pods of whales while hiking, walking, or sightseeing along seaside trails, rugged cliffs, and sandy beaches. It’s not uncommon to look out from a cliff side peak and see the tails of humpbacks splashing in the sea. While you’re picnicking alongside the ocean or investigating a lighthouse tower, it is possible to get a fine view of whales and porpoises swimming nearby – no binoculars needed.
Whales can be seen in all bays along the coastline. Some spectacular viewing sites are Signal Hill, Cape Spear, Cape St. Francis, Trinity, Cape Bonavista, Twillingate, White Bay, Strait of Belle Isle, St. Vincent’s, Cape St. Mary’s, Cape Race, Witless Bay, and Groswater Bay.
For more information about hiking and walking in Newfoundland and Labrador, please click here. |
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