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A whale breaching with its tail flukes visible above the water. 1
A whale breaching the ocean surface. 2
A bald eagle in flight with a blurred background. 3
A whale breaching the ocean surface. 4
A person in a red jacket taking a photo of an iceberg in the ocean. 5
By Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours

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Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$200 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Iceberg Quest is the only boat tour operating from St. John's harbour. Walking distance from hotels. No shuttles required.

    Welcome aboard Newfoundland’s award-winning boat tour. Depart from the heart of city centre St. John’s, the oldest North American seaport. Witness the world’s largest concentration of humpback whales thrust their 40 tonne bodies into a full breach! Encounter 12,000 year old icebergs from Greenland glaciers. Observe seabirds including Atlantic puffins, Northern gannets, black-legged kittiwakes, and bald eagles.

    Visit the most easterly land point in North America, Cape Spear. Experience breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean meeting the land. Take in Cape Spear Lighthouse standing proud. Entertaining and educational, our narrated tour is fun for the whole family. Step aboard …Experience the WONDER!

Activity location

  • Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours
    • 135 Harbour Drive
    • A1C 6J5, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours
    • 135 Harbour Drive
    • A1C 6J5, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

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St. John's Exclusive Whale Watching, Seabird & Iceberg Tours

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 11:30 AM
Price details
NZ$199.77 x 1 AdultNZ$199.77
Total
Price is NZ$199.77

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    (available for purchase)
  • Inclusions
    Screechins' (for a fee)
  • Inclusions
    Experienced Guides
  • Inclusions
    Safety Equipment Provided, as per Transport Canada Requirements
  • Inclusions
    Pre-Departure Safety Briefing
  • Inclusions
    Bathroom on board
  • Inclusions
    Heated Cabin
  • Inclusions
    Licensed Bar on board

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Iceberg season is typically May to June. Iceberg sightings are not guaranteed. Sightings vary each year.
    • Whales peak sightings typically mid June to mid August. Whale sightings are not guaranteed. Sightings before/after peak season are a bonus.
    • The Tour Operates Rain or Shine, Please Dress Appropriately. A Heated Cabin is Available.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travellers
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
    • Please Follow All Instructions Provided by the Crew.
    • Most travellers can participate
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Activity itinerary

St. John's (Pass by)

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.

Signal Hill (Pass by)

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.

Fort Amherst Lighthouse (Pass by)

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.

Blackhead (Pass by)

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.

Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site (Pass by)

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.

Location

Activity location

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    Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours
    • 135 Harbour Drive
    • A1C 6J5, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours
    • 135 Harbour Drive
    • A1C 6J5, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada

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