The witless bay ecological reserve is an amazing spot to visit on your voyage. Colberts puffin and whale tours witless bay all you. This is a must see from an up close boat tour if at all interested in seeing ocean bird life. This place is perfectly tucked away and close to everything. And the four islands encompassed by the witless bay reserve boast the largest colony in north america with 260,000 pairs. Captain waynes marine excursions bay bulls all you.
Tail end of a humpback whale witless bay ecological reserve. Johns, witless bay is a small, scenic, traditional newfoundland outport community. Your newfoundland vacation, whale watching from your bed. Witless bay is a town on the avalon peninsula in the canadian province of newfoundland and labrador. Enjoying the whale show witless bay ecological reserve.
The town of witless bay is a not just a great place to visit, but is also a great community to live and do business our community is growing and prospering and welcome new investment and opportunities for our town. Come stay in the tiny community of witless bay, a community that is steeped in celtic culture. Your room is right next to the east coast trail with the most popular trails accessible directly from your front door. The middle of the witless bay marine ecological reserve is directly offshore with atlantic and whale watching tours departing twice daily from the end of our lane. Ride with us along the ocean waves to spot the elusive humpbacks and beautiful atlantic puffins, with tours that are an hour and a half long, we offer numerous daily departures, 7 days a week.
Some of the best spots for whale watching and bird spotting are at bay bulls and witless bay, only minutes drive from the capital city via the southern shores scenic and historic irish loop. The zone from bay bulls in the north to burnt cove, st. List your company, hotels, homestays and any organization coming under touristic sphere for free. The middle of the witless bay marine ecological reserve is directly offshore with puffin and whale watching tours departing twice daily from the end of our lane. This tour leaves from the obriens base in bay bulls which is a 30 minute drive south of st. The witless bay ecological reserve is home to the largest atlantic puffin colony in north america learn more. Free diving with humpback whales witless bay, nl youtube. Whale watching in the witless bay ecological reserve.
While several other species are commonly seen, the. Witless bay newfoundland whale and bird watching july 2017 duration. I was expecting a lumbering fat zodiac raft but this was a sleek boat with twin outboards that hit. Just north of the witless bay marine ecological reserve, the town of bay bulls sports a deep harbor which can accommodate larger boats. Two humpback whales circled our boat for about 20 minutes, coming close enough to. Check out our list of mustdo water activities in witless bay. This morning we spent a few hours on a boat in the witless bay ecological reserve. Humpback whales off bay bulls, newfoundland canada. Boneheaded boaters of the week close calls duration.
Our provincial bird is none other than the colourful atlantic puffin. The whale watcher house is a 3unit vacation rental which sits on the edge of the cliff, overlooking the islands in the witless bay ecological reserve. Some of the best spots for whale watching and bird spotting are at bay bulls and witless bay, only minutes drive from the capital city via the southern shores. Located on the irish loop, 35 km south of the provincial capital, st. Johns located in the middle of the witless bay ecological reserve on the east coast trail and a short walk to fork restaurant. Gatheralls cruises feature the witless bay ecological reserve widely regarded as the best place in newfoundland for sighting marine wildlife. Cruise with us to the witless bay ecological reserve, home to the largest atlantic puffin colony in north america 12 a million and millions of other seabirds. The worlds largest population of humpback whales return each year. Johns and heads out to the witless bay ecological reserve by boat. The witless bay ecological reserve is home to the largest atlantic puffin colony in north.
We will of course assist those with mobility issues down and onto the boat, as we have had those with mobility issues on board before. The detailed road map represents one of many map types and styles available. Ecotours zodiac adventures witless bay 2020 all you. Witless bay reserve rich in whales, icebergs and birds. Obriens boat tours awarding winning whale watching tours. Were also walking distance to the beach, corner store, wine shop, and fork restaurant. Whale watching in the witless bay ecological reserve yesterday we enjoyed a fabulous evening on a boat trip from bay bulls to the witless bay ecological reserve. Sail to the witless bay ecological reserve to view half a million atlantic puffins. Our private house is an ideal location as it tucked away for privacy and equipped with all the modern amenities. Gatheralls puffin and whale watch bay bulls 2020 all. I was a little sceptical going out on a zodiac to whale watch, but my concerns were quickly dropped, we had the most perfect day and the whales.
Witless bay, witless bay, newfoundland and labrador whale. Save this to your dream destinations or spots to try list. Birdwatching in bay bulls and witless bay newfoundland. And two great examples of some of the best spots for birdwatching would have to be witless bay and bay bulls. Business end of a humpback whale witless bay ecological reserve. It was rather late in the day when we decided to go do something, so we we were on the 17. Watch humpback whales frolic right before your eyes. Humpback whales near witless bay newfoundland youtube. Witless bay ecological reserve boat tour obriens whale. The town of witless bay is a not just a great place to visit, but is also a great community to live and do business our community is growing and prospering and welcome new investment and opportunities for.
Experience our natural attractions the southern shore is teeming with more birds and whales than you could ever hope to count. As with most everything else in nature, whales in newfoundland are more numerous during certain times of the year and in select locations. The best things to do in witless bay 2020 with photos. The humpback whale is the most frequently encountered species of whale observed in the witless bay ecological reserve and the waters around bay bulls.
Obriens whale and bird tours bay bulls 2020 all you need to. The whale watchers location is second to none on the avalon peninsula. Johns newfoundland, the witless bay marine ecological reserve is a top spot for getting a seat on a whale watching tour in the area. Whale watching tour with obriens tours, in one of their zodiac boats. Set sail on your destinations toprated boat tours and cruises. Whale watching in witless bay, newfoundland, canada youtube. Witless bay ecological reserve 2020 all you need to know. See why so many travelers make witless bay suites their small hotel of choice when visiting witless bay. Ecotours zodiac adventures witless bay all you need to. About newfoundland whale watching our services constitute traveling, tourism, hotel stays, excursions, trips and moreover creating experiences, for sure.
On wednesday, april3, 2019 we start our new season. We did their final tour of the season at the end of august. Bay bulls newfoundland is a popular port for puffin and whale watching boat tours. We are a short stroll from witless bay lower pond and the atlantic ocean. Bay bulls and witless bay are home to tour operators ready to lead you out on the ocean on wellequipped and comfortable boats, open zodiacs, or in sea kayaks to watch for whales gathering and feeding along the coast. Take a zodiac ride with us and get a front row seat to the best newfoundland has to offer. We are unfortunately not wheelchair accessible as you do have to walk a few steps down to the boat. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a romantic setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Marys ecological reserve and the caribou herds are about an hour and a half drive south from witless bay. My wife and i visited the witless bay ecological reserve from a boat tour and was able to see thousands of puffins,murres, auks, numerous gull species and a bald eagle.
The reserve consists of four islands and is known for being where thousands of seabirds return to every year to breed and have their babies. The oldest marine fossils in the world at mistaken point and the cape race lighthouse are an hour away. As the boat headed into the bay a smaller minke whale. I was expecting a lumbering fat zodiac raft but this was a sleek boat with twin outboards that hit about 20 knots. The boat followed her for over 10 minutes and we seen several blows.
Explore the geological wonders of land and sea with obriens boat tours and the geo centre. Whether its an entertaining and informative boat tour or a relaxing sunset dinner cruise, these are the best witless bay cruises around. Although the wharf itself does have some industrial activity and is less picturesque when compared with witless bay and mobile bay, dont let that put you off. Cruise with us to the witless bay ecological reserve, home to the largest atlantic puffin colony in north. So looking forward to seeing our customers and friends. We had hoped to see the triple play while in newfoundland and we hit a home run on our first outing. The worlds largest population of humpback whales return each year to feed on capelin, krill, and squid along the coast. Whale house guest house offers the only yearround luxury boutique style private suites with outdoor hot tubs overlooking humpback whale feeding grounds 30 minutes from downtown st. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in witless bay, canada on tripadvisor. We are a harbour where the whales play and the puffins frolic.
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