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Welcome to the Humpback Capital of the World
Newfoundland and Labrador is one of the most spectacular whale watching places on Earth. Every May to September, the world's largest population of humpbacks return to our shores, where you can see them feed, frolic, and even breach.
Meet our Tour Operators
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Ways to Watch
Boat
What better way to see a whale than to meet one – or more – at sea? Our boat tour operators allow you to do just that, and they know exactly where to find them. It's not uncommon for a whale or porpoise to investigate a visiting boat. Sometimes, you can look over the railing and see one – many metres in length – swimming gracefully under your vessel.
Sea Kayak
A sea kayak tour offers an up-close and intimate experience. Our ocean kayaking operators will take you as close as safely possible to whales, caves, inlets and, if the timing is just right, you might see icebergs as well.
Land
If you haven't found your sea legs, you can spot whales while hiking or walking along seaside trails, rugged cliffs, and sandy beaches. Look out from a cliff-side peak and see the tails of humpbacks splashing in the sea. Or picnic alongside the ocean and get a fine view of whales and porpoises swimming nearby – no binoculars needed.
