Late Season Puffin & Scenic Coastal Cruise
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St John's, Canada
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Experience natural views that are tough to match when exploring solo on this wildlife and nature coastal cruise. Depending on the time of year, you have the chance to spot whales, dolphins, ocean sunfish, and the thousands of puffins that nest along the coastline. Enjoy educational commentary from your guide as you learn about Newfoundland’s marine heritage.
- Don’t worry, the vessel has an onboard restroom
- Snap photos of the Newfoundland’s dramatic coastline
- Learn facts about the region’s wildlife that most guidebooks miss
- Interact with fellow nature-loving travelers along the journey
What's Included
- All tours hosted by an experienced, local guide
- All safety equipment is provided as per requirements set forth by Transport Canada Marine Safety
- Passengers are provided a pre-departure safety briefing
- Vessel is washroom equipped
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- GratuitiesGratuities are not included and are at the discretion of the guest
- Public transportationCA$40.25 per person
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Ticket Redemption Point
Gatherall's Puffin & Whale Watch, 90 Northside Rd, Bay Bulls, NL A0A 1C0, Canada
What To Expect
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Gatherall's Puffin and Whale Watch
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Bay Bulls (Bull Head)
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Witless Bay Ecological Reserve
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infants must sit on laps
- Service animals allowed
- Most travelers can participate
- Not wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Participants are advised to regard all instruction provided by the vessel crew
- 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.
- Direction/guidance is provided to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all passengers
- Persons travelling with infants / small children to provide their own car / booster seats for shuttle service
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Sheila_C
The total experience from pick up by Joanne, at my hotel to checking in at the location, and the cruise staff. Very fun staff onboard! Enjoyed the singing voices of the two ladies; along with Screechers part. The educational information was informative. The cruise staff was alert to sightings of various species. Seeing the Sun Fish was facinating; as close enough to the ship to get a good view of its size!
Reviews
4.8
based on 18 reviews
Michael_O, Sep 2025
We really enjoyed the boat tour, giving us an opportunity to see Puffins! The tour operator team were fantastic and we learned a lot about the area and wildlife.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Michael,
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us a review! I'm so happy to hear you really enjoyed your experience with our fantastic team... and that you saw so many puffins! They are the cutest yet toughest little seabird.
Thanks so much for joining us aboard the Gaffer VI. We can't wait to have you back aboard again!
Mary_K, Sep 2025
We took this tour near the end of August. We loved seeing puffins, eagles, and even a sunfish. Be aware that the puffins shed their bright beaks after the breeding season. They are still cute! You should bring field glasses/binoculars to increase your chances of seeing animals. The Gatherall staff, including the shuttle driver and the crew on the boat, were all friendly and professional. There was the right mix of information and humor while the crew also focused on keeping everyone safe. The boat is not a small boat. To see some sights, you will need walk to the sides of the boat. Be sure to dress for breezes and, potentially, rain.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hi Mary!
I’m so happy to hear that you LOVED your experience with all of our crew and the highlight of seeing all the wildlife in late August! It is so fantastic that you learned so much about all the species! I think that is the best part about choosing a guided tour, it’s not just about seeing wildlife but rather learning about and gaining a deeper appreciation for it!
Thank you so much for leaving us a fantastic review - and some great tips! We always suggest dressing in layers as Newfoundland weather can change on a dime! Binoculars and/or a zoom lens are also great to bring along!
We hope to welcome you back aboard with our family on your next trip to Newfoundland.
Sheila_C, Sep 2025
The total experience from pick up by Joanne, at my hotel to checking in at the location, and the cruise staff. Very fun staff onboard! Enjoyed the singing voices of the two ladies; along with Screechers part. The educational information was informative. The cruise staff was alert to sightings of various species. Seeing the Sun Fish was facinating; as close enough to the ship to get a good view of its size!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Hi Sheila!
Thank you kindly for sharing your experience! We’re so glad Joanne’s warm welcome set the tone for your day and that our crew kept things fun, lively, and informative out on the water. The music, a bit of Screech-In spirit, and of course that close encounter with the Sunfish made it a real Newfoundland adventure. We’re delighted it was such a highlight for you and hope to welcome you back again for another great experience!
WILLIAM_S, Sep 2025
We had a great voyage around the puffin laden island, and saw an ocean sunfish, a humpback whale, zillions of puffins and other sea birds, and sailed through a large school of jellyfish. The guide kept us informed of what and where the creature were, and even sang some songs. Weather was perfect as well. Great investment in time and money.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Hello there!
Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review! It sounds like you had an incredible tour with a little bit of everything—puffins, seabirds, a sunfish, jellyfish, and even a humpback whale so late in the season! We’re so glad you enjoyed the commentary and the songs from our crew, along with the perfect weather. Delighted to hear you felt it was well worth the time and money—we’d love to welcome you aboard again on a future visit!
Annette_M, Sep 2025
Ship’s captain very informative. Shuttle was too expensive and could not hear commentary from the driver as she was speaking to the window. No microphone so only the front 4 passengers could hear the driver. Great to see puffins.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Hi Annette
So very happy to hear that you enjoyed the puffins and found the tour to be very informative.
The shuttle is intended to be convenient & cost effective transportation to & from hotels that are between 30 to 45 minutes drive each way from our location. I would differ that the rate of $35 / person return is more than reasonable and comparable to similar services provided in other jurisdictions or the the cost of a cab / car rental / uber.
Jeremy_F, Sep 2025
The captain and crew were fantastic, knowledgeable and entertaining! We saw a whale, which is quite rare for early September. Even if we hadn't, it would still be worthwhile.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Hello!
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that our captain and crew made the tour both entertaining and informative. Seeing a whale in early September is indeed a special treat, but it’s wonderful to know that the adventure itself made the trip worthwhile. We’d love to welcome you aboard again for another unforgettable experience!
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