The 10 Best Boat Tours & Water Sports in Newfoundland and Labrador, Newfoundland and Labrador

The Exploits River, the largest & longest river in Newfoundland, offers a truly unforgettable rafting experience and provides a great way to enjoy the thrill of whitewater without being an expert paddler. Our tours are designed for both first-timers and experienced rafters, and provide a great way to enjoy the thrill of whitewater without being an expert paddler. Open to singles, couples or groups, excursions run daily from early May until the end of October

Three Hour Unique Cultural Boat Tour Tour starts with a 15 minute demonstration in fishing stage on cleaning & salting cod fish. From there take a journey back in time by sea to the enchanting & long abandoned communities of Kerley's Harbour, Ireland's Eye and British Harbour. Hear stories of the past and see old photo's Enjoy a stop over in British Harbour at our cabin for tea/coffee, light snacks and washroom facilities. Possible sightings of Eagles, Sea Birds, Whales & Icebergs!

Experience whales, puffins and icebergs in Newfoundland with the Gatherall family and crew. Gatherall's original cruise has been finely tuned over three decades to provide you with an incredible experience. This 90 minute tour features the islands of the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve and the surrounding waters and headlands. For your comfort and safety, service is provided on our large modern catamaran. Relax and enjoy the sights while our professional, knowledgeable and personable guides provide a live interpretation of the fascinating sights above, below and around us. Sightings of wildlife varies by season.

Our tour company focus provides whale, puffin and iceberg tours in Trinity, Trinity Bay, Newfoundland by Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB) and Kayak ! Our goal is to show our guests the beauty of Newfoundland from the water, while, at the same time, show respect to all animals that we see. . See and hear humpbacks and other marine wildlife from the comfort of our RHIB! You can see Minke, Sperm, Fin and Humpback whales as well as Orcas, Gannets, Eagles Seals, Puffins, great schools of Capelin that the whales gorge themselves upon. Enjoy the spectacular scenery along our route plus sea caves, aviaries and colonies of seabirds. After your tour enjoy tea or coffee and lunch at the lodge where you can share your memories of your Experience of a Lifetime, our theme and mantra!! Please look up our Lodge as well Trinity Eco-tours Lodge located right alongside St. Paul's Anglican Church, the biggest church in Trinity. You can also travel by ATV and bike to see terrestrial wildlife and fauna!!

Located on Bay Bulls,Newfoundland.We have on site parking adjacent to our outfitting chalet and docking facility.This site is located 2km from the main highway.

Voted Best Boat Tour by Newfoundlanders! O'Brien's Whale and Bird Tours is a family owned and operated business that has been offering Award Winning Boat Tours for over 30 years, in Bay Bulls, Newfoundland and Labrador (just 30 minutes from St. John's). Cruise with us to the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve, home to the largest Atlantic Puffin colony in North America (1/2 a million) and millions of other seabirds. Enjoy a spectacular performance by Humpback Whales as they frolic, breach and pectoral fin slap right before your very eyes. A show not to be missed! Breathe in the fresh ocean air as you sail past 10,000 year old icebergs. Come for the whales, countless seabirds and Newfoundland charm. Come to experience our rugged coastline and enjoy the famous O'Brien's hospitality. Ride in comfort during this two hour tour aboard our new custom built passenger vessels. The boat features a fully enclosed heated cabin with panoramic viewing, canteen, bar and restrooms. Ample rail space (upper and lower deck) providing picture perfect views for everyone! Wheelchair accessible. Daily departures May through September. Visit our website for tour times and rates. We also offer a Coastal Adventure Tour: For the more adventurous hop aboard the Kingfisher for a more intimate experience of the ocean, while getting a whale's eye view of our ruggedly beautiful coastline. Enjoy the fresh ocean air as you sail alongside breathtaking sea stacks, caves and cascading waterfalls. When conditions permit, explore the unique natural phenomenon known locally as the Spout, a natural wave-powered geyser. In season you could see Bald Eagles and Humpback Whales. Experience nature so close you can almost reach out and touch it!

Join us in one of our zodiac boats as we take you to see thousands of puffins and get an up close and personal view of humpback whales.

We offer the most authentic and exciting experiences on our Fast Rescue Craft. Tours depart three times a day from our dock in Bonavista, adjacent to the Matthew Legacy building on Roper Street. Each trip runs between 2 1/2 and 3 hours. Come see Humpback, Fin and Minke Whales on our trips. Other sightings may include: icebergs, puffins, ocras, seals, porpoises and a variety of sea birds.

Enjoy fishing from a traditional Newfoundland dory in the beautiful Bay of Islands and Cox's Cove. Come and catch a fresh cod during the recreation season and have it fillet for your supper! Tours often include whale watching and visits to bald eagle and osprey nest sites. Other wildlife such as moose, caribou, seals, arctic terns, fox and black bear have also being spotted on tours. Enjoy a delicious lobster, crab and/or mussels boil up.A bald eagle photo shoot is a great way to spend the day on the water up close and personal with the eagles !Fresh mussels and snow crab boil up at seaside cabin upon request ! Don't forget to bring your camera!

As a long time fisherman and licenced tour boat operator, Capt. Dave is well equipped to give you an unforgettable experience on the water. Whether to experience the majestic icebergs as they make their way south; catch a cod ; help Capt. Dave haul his lobster pots, or see the giant humpbacks breach as they feed on schools of caplin, Capt. Dave has the knowledge and experience to make your trip an adventure to treasure for years to come. As a certified tour boat captain, David specializes in small group, personalized tours to view the magnificent icebergs that often frequent the main tickle just off from his fishing interpretation centre, Prime Berth. In addition to iceberg tours, David will take you to explore the rugged coastline of Main Tickle, and view the thousands of nesting birds on the Baccy Islands, on your way to Gut Tickle and through the Salt Hr. Canal to the picturesque fishing village of Herring Neck. Your view of the fishing stages from the water will be a highlight of your Newfoundland & Twillingate vacation. In addition David can take you to the little fishing village of Tizzard's Harbour, his hometown, where he has set his lobster trap since the age of six. From May to October you could also fish for cod during your tour!!!