Explore the incredible Witless Bay Ecological Reserve, home to over 2.5 million seabirds and one of the largest populations of whales in the North Atlantic (sightings vary by season). You'll travel aboard a stable catamaran with a comfortable viewing platform for your wildlife experience.

The tour includes stops along the sheltered areas of the islands that comprise the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve. The areas visited offer great opportunities to view and photograph the nesting sites and activities of several seabird species.

Whale watching is big part of the adventure with the peak season for encounters typically mid-June through mid-August annually. We make all reasonable efforts to provide you with an opportunity to encounter whales in their natural environment, the level of activity and interaction is entirely at the discretion of the whales.

Tour narrated by an experienced, professional crewmember providing commentary, with a mix of information about the natural and cultural heritage of the area.

Stop At:

Gatherall's Puffin and Whale Watch, 90 Northside Rd, Box 281, Bay Bulls A0A1C0
Bay Bulls (Bull Head), Bay Bulls
Witless Bay ecological reserve, Harbour Rd, Witless Bay

• Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
• Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
• Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
• Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (Approx.)
• Return Details: Returns to original departure point
  

• All safety equipment is provided as per requirements set forth by Transport Canada Marine Safety
• All tours hosted by an experienced, local guide
• Free parking available on site
• Vessel is washroom equipped
• Passengers are provided a pre-departure safety briefing
• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Gratuities
• Transportation - A charge of $35 / person + tax payable on check in for guests requiring shuttle

• Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
• Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
• A Smile!

Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Note: if you are booking within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up. Once your purchase is complete, we will send you complete contact information (phone number, email address, etc.) for our local operator to organize pick-up arrangements.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Participants are advised to regard all instruction provided by the vessel crew
• Direction/guidance is provided to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all passengers
• 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
• 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.
• Transportation is available from select hotels - additional fees applicable - must be confirmed two hours in advance of tour. Contact Gatherall's

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.