2 Hour Award-Winning Whale and Seabird Boat Tour from St. John's

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Overview

What's Included

✓ Included

  • (available for purchase)
  • Experienced Guides
  • Safety Equipment Provided, as per Transport Canada Requirements
  • Pre-Departure Safety Briefing
  • Restroom on board
  • Heated Cabin
  • Licensed Bar on board

Itinerary

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Stop 1
View the St. John's harbour and skyline from the water! Spectacular 'whale's eye' views of historic buildings, colourful rows of houses and the famous St. John's Outer Battery. Wave to passing ships as you make your way to the entrance of St. John's harbour, The Narrows.
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Stop 2
From the base of Signal Hill, you will witness the historic and significant Cabot Tower, the site of the first wireless transatlantic communication. You'll have a front-row seat to the hiking trails that dot along the coastline.
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Stop 3
Pass by historic landmarks such as Fort Amherst Lighthouse. Learn about the history of these landmarks through a guided narration including the significance of the St. John's port since the early 1500's.
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Stop 4
Sailing past the incredible Blackhead Sea Caves you will witness a kittiwake colony. Keep watch for bald eagles, northern gannets, puffins and other seabirds that you may see as they frequent this area.
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Stop 5
Witness breathtaking views of the incredible Cape Spear National Historic Site - the most easterly point in North America! You will be on the Atlantic Ocean looking at the emerging rugged coastline of ancient volcanic and metamorphic rock. Atop the cliffs is the Cape Spear Lighthouse and Battery, sitting at 213 feet above sea level, providing both direction and safety to passing ships for over a century.

Meeting & End Point

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Meeting Point
Located in downtown St. John's, departing from the oldest seaport in North America. Please arrive at our Kiosk 30 minutes prior to departure for check in and safety briefing. Walk from downtown hotels, B&B's, the Convention Centre, dining, George Street & shopping. No shuttle required.
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End Point
Located in downtown St. John's, departing from the oldest seaport in North America. Please arrive at our Kiosk 30 minutes prior to departure for check in and safety briefing. Walk from downtown hotels, B&B's, the Convention Centre, dining, George Street & shopping. No shuttle required.

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Good to Know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Iceberg and Whale Sightings are not guaranteed.
  • The Tour Operates Rain or Shine, Please Dress Appropriately. A Heated Cabin is Available.
  • Please Follow All Instructions Provided by the Crew.

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Special Instructions

Check-In at the orange ticket office on the pier.

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