Whale Watching Newfoundland

Whale Watching Bonavista Newfoundland

“7:00 am – Saw whales close to our shore. What a treat.”
Ottawa, Ontario
“We watched whales from the window and had dinner by the sunset!
Thank You.”
New York City, NY USA
“Beautiful! We were greeted by whales and the smell of the salt water –
Thank you!”
Iqaluit, Nunavut”
A very relaxing holiday. Enjoyed seeing the whales from the lovely deck.”
Gloucester, United Kingdom

Newfoundland whales are migratory mammals that travel to warmer southern waters in winter in order to breed and calve before returning to our cooler northern waters for feeding in spring, summer and fall (usually between April and October).

We are all very fortunate that many of these great migratory whales consider Bonavista Bay their summer home, returning each year to feed and play just off the shoreline. Our authentic replica Newfoundland Cottages offer a private oceanfront setting where the playful whales can be viewed from every window inside or from the private large wooden balcony outside.

Each year, nearly 5,000 humpback whales return to our Newfoundland waters but there are numerous other species of whales and dolphins that visit and are visible from our Newfoundland cottages. It is not uncommon for Elizabeth J. Cottages’ guests to enjoy watching Newfoundland whales, icebergs and Atlantic Puffins from the comfort of the Luxury Newfoundland Cottages. Some of the whale and dolphin species that visit our shoreline include;

Baleen Whales – including the Blue Whale, Humpback, Minke and Fin Whale

Toothed Whales – including the Orca (or Killer) Whale, Pilot Whale, Sperm Whale and Beluga

Dolphins & Porpoises – including the Common Dolphin, Bottlenose Dolphin and the Harbour Porpoise

Newfoundland Whale Watching Photos

There simply is no better place to enjoy whale watching in Newfoundland than right here in Bonavista.

It is truly an amazing sight to see majestic humpback whales that are 50+ feet long and 400 tons “flipper slapping” the water with their barnacled flippers or standing nose down with their tails straight up in the air just before a dive. We’ve even seen humpback whales breach (jump or fly) their massive bodies right up out of the water; what a spectacular unforgettable sight and sound! Here are a few photos from our Newfoundland whale watching tour.

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Nose down…tail straight up. The enormous tail is the last part of the whale that usually shows just before a dive.	The recognizable bump of the Humpback Whale just as he’s going back under.
The same humpback whale just swimming beside us, demonstrating the relaxing poses of Mother Nature’s beloved children.	“Flipper Slapping” (Flapping) …perhaps saying hello!
From the Zodiac, Glenn and I watched as the whales came right up to the boat and went under us – unbelievable how they did not make a sound or a ripple under our boat.	Look to the mist on the left of the whale and see the whale blowing from its blow hole.
Grasp the strength and magnificence of this whale tail – so very powerful.	If you look through the water spray you will see a whale floating (look straight at the horizon) – they play and show off – it is wonderful to be that close to them on their level.
The “white spot” just behind the eye of the Killer Whale is one of Orca’s most distinguishing features.	Picture perfect, this gigantic tail glistens in the setting sun before disappearing below the water.
Whale Off to Feed

Newfoundland Whale Watching Tours

Along with Newfoundland Icebergs and Newfoundland’s bird, the Atlantic Puffin, many of our Newfoundland whales are common to our inshore waters between April and October and can be viewed from the comfort of the cottage, private deck or beach.

To truly feel the majestic presence of these mystical, magical creatures we highly recommend that our cottage guests book a whale watching tour with one of two excellent local Newfoundland whale watching tour companies. You will treasure spending even a few precious moments with these very intelligent “gentle giants”.

Glenn and I personally took the zodiac boat tour, which was a remarkable and unforgettable experience. We felt as if the whales knew all of us on the boat, especially when they glide effortlessly (all 400 tons) under the boat without a bump or movement in our boat! We truly felt that the whales enjoyed our company and understood that we respect and would not harm them.

Whale Watching Tour Companies

We highly recommend both local Newfoundland whale watching tour companies, which offer similar, yet very different and excellent whale watching tours.

Sea of Whales Adventures – Newfoundland Whale Watching Tours

Kris and Shawna Prince own “Sea of Whales Adventures” and specialize in taking people out in their Zodiac to “watch these gentle giants feed, and migrate through the Bonavista Peninsula.” As well, Kris and Shawna love to point out all the additional wildlife that is in the area. Visit Kris and Shawna’s website at http://www.seaofwhales.com/

Trinity Eco Tours – Newfoundland Whale Watching Tours

Robert Bartlett is the owner of “Trinity Eco Tours”. If you are a Scuba Diver and want to see whales and old boat wrecks under water then this is the Newfoundland whale watching company for you. Equally, Robert will take you out for the “experience of a lifetime” whale watching above the water in his RHIB (rigid hull inflatable boat). Visit Robert’s site at www.trinityeco-tours.com.

Book Your Self-Catered Newfoundland Cottage Now!

I invite you to visit eastern Newfoundland and stay in my luxury self-catered cottages; a place to “rest your mind and renew your soul“, as one of our clients so eloquently stated.

Come listen to the sounds of the Atlantic Ocean, smell the salty air and enjoy passing icebergs, puffins and whale watching in Newfoundland; either from the comfort of the cottage or as part of a Newfoundland whale watching tour.

Call Toll Free 1-866-468-5035 anytime or Email Newfoundland Cottages to book one of our two authentic replica Newfoundland cottages in Bonavista, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

“We really enjoyed every aspect of our stay.
The view and the whales that were frolicking in the bay were awesome.
We will recommend this to all of our friends. Thanks Elizabeth J.”
(Ardrossan, Alberta)

Elizabeth J. Cottages have received excellent reviews from visiting anonymous travel writers from the following famous travel books and magazines;

- Frommer’s 2^nd, 3rd and 4th Editions
- The Globe & Mail (rates our cottages as 1 of the Top 11 Destinations in the World!)
- Rough Guide
- Canada Select (rates our self-catered cottages 4 ½ stars!)
- Moon Handbooks Atlantic Canada