Best Whale Watching Tours in Newfoundland

I just read a whale watching review by someone in Michigan today who was here and only mentioned one boat tour with the title Best Whale Watching tours in Newfoundland. I thought that is a pretty limited point of view as to what we see. SO I said to myself “Hey Skipper Bob, you are an expert maybe you should throw your hat in the arena and venture some opinions.” Though biased because I am a whale aficionado(self-proclaimed by the way). I know of few others around who are more passionate about whales who has personally observed (and filmed) their feeding, breeding and migratory behavior. Plus I have even caught them well… erghhh… unghhhh… well farting!!! ???????

I have traveled to the south in The Dominican Republic and ventured offshore to the Silver Banks where the mothers bear the young. Seeing a newborn calf exploring its surroundings while some strange two-legged creature swims around for an unknown purpose to him. 

There is magic in that. There is magic in listening and filming an inverted Humpback singer calling out his lonely call to others. 

I have filmed a sleeping Humpback in the northern waters of Trinity Bay my home and the base for our tours. Don’t watch all the way to the end as it is not exciting to watch someone sleep!!

Humpback Singer
Sleeping Humpback

We have thousands of pictures, videos and personal experiences to share from our nine consecutive years on the water. So yeah I am going to say I am an expert!  Plus we have been kissed by a whale and I have the video to prove it. Don’t worry Finnegan I am not the kind to kiss and tell, well maybe in your case.

We have thousands of pictures, videos and personal experiences to share from our nine consecutive years on the water. So yeah I am going to say I am an expert!  Plus we have been kissed by a whale and I have the video to prove it. Don’t worry Finnegan I am not the kind to kiss and tell, well maybe in your case.

Growing up in the province I have traveled almost everywhere you could possibly go, experience, swim, dive, walk and film of this island we call home. I love this place there is no place I would rather be. You know how you tell all the Newfoundlanders in heaven? They are the ones that still want to go home!!!!!

I will say the Northeast Avalon is among the best if not the best for whale watching. With a combination of spawning Capelin which draws the whales. the Fin, Humpback and Minke whales that migrate to feed on them. Combined with the fact that we get such splendid icebergs, Puffins, Northern Gannets, Cormorants, Bald Eagles, spectacular seascapes and caves Best Whale Watching yeah we do that!!!

Well we have the most to see that I know of in just one tour. We have the videos, pictures and testimonials to prove it. Like us on Facebook to get our daily feed. Check out our many videos on Facebook and on YouTube.

If you can find better viewing from videos taken on anyone’s whale tours in Newfoundland I would be very surprised so I think I will throw my hat in the ring for BEST WHALE WATCHING TOUR IN NEWFOUNDLAND!!!

My advice is when you want to find out something that is the best ask someone local and check out Newfoundland Labrador.com!! All their providers are Tourism Assurance Plan certified as accommodations, tour, and guest services fully qualified and competent to give you your best experience. 

Everyone has great experiences on their visit here. It is something magical about the place we call home, Newfoundland. Well, let Skipper Bob talk about it a bit.

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Testimonials

Our eco-friendly whale watching/iceberg tours by Zodiac and Kayak, and our ATV tours are the best in Newfoundland!  We offer beautiful  accommodations and an on-site restaurant. It's an experience of a lifetime! 

This is hands down the best whale watching experience I have ever been on. In addition to seeing whales and puffins, Skipper Bob was exceptional. Great guide, full of stories and information and history of the region and an eagle-eye for whales! Thanks for an exceptional experience!

- Maureen R. -

Highly recommend the lodge and tours! We spent 3 nights at Trinity Eco Lodge. Warmly welcomed each morning by Shannon who helped us arrange some tours as well as gave us pointers on places of interest in the surrounding area. Shannon even told us we could warm up some of her homemade beef stew for dinner as we would be coming back late from our ATV trip!

- Ele L. -

We had a wonderful experience doing the whale watching tour! We were thrilled to see two different kinds of whales and a very rare bird - the stellar sea eagle, as well as stunning coastal views. Skipper Steve + Bob were very friendly and knowledgeable. Would absolutely recommend this tour!

- Jessica L. -

We had an excellent tour with Trinity Eco-Tours. We got to see whales, a variety of seabirds including the beautiful Atlantic puffins! But the highlight for me was finally being able to see the gorgeous Steller's sea eagle. She's currently the rarest bird in all of North America, and certainly amazing to see! Definitely worth a trip out with Trinity Eco-tours. The boat was comfortable, and the staff are all incredible! You will not be disappointed.

- Alicia B. -

I did a 3-hour boat tour and it was incredible! They are a great team and you'll be in good hands if you book a tour with them. Detailed information was provided prior to boarding and engagement with the travellers was regular. Although we didn't see any whales (it was off-season), we did see puffins and eagles. Of course, the scenic beauty was breathtaking - you are out in the ocean where you experience the beauty and the force of nature.

- Preeti. -

We had a great time on our sea kayaking tour. Darrell was a fun, informative and educational guide who made us feel super comfortable paddling on the ocean. We came in September at the end of the season so didn’t see any whales or puffins, but Darrell still did a great job telling us facts about local history and the environment and taking photos for us. The hot coffee and muffins at the end were a nice treat too. We’d love to come again when the icebergs and whales are in town!

- Liam B. -