Shore Excursion Details

Whale Watching by Zodiac Adventure

Saint John, Bay of Fundy, New Brunswick

Whale Watching by Zodiac Adventure

DETAILS

  • 7
    hrs Estimate Duration
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After departing from the pier, you will settle in for an extraordinarily scenic and circuituous drive through the countryside and around the northern edge of Passamaquoddy Bay. Upon reaching the town of Saint Andrews at the tip of a peninsula, you will board a Zodiac boat and zip off toward the Bay of Fundy.


Over the next few hours, you will watch for the abundant marine life that come here to feed. Although a dozen or so species of whales are found here during the summer, the most commonly sightly whales include humpbacks, minkes and finbacks.


Humpbacks have huge appetites and are named for the way they arch their backs out of the water before diving to feed. You may also spot them spy-hopping with their snouts and eyes vertically out of the water and slapping their fins on the water’s surface.


Minke whales are much smaller, ranging between 15 to 25 feet, and are easy to identify by the white strip across each flipper. Finback whales are the second largest of all whales and are generally solitary and have a distinct dorsal fin. The crew will help you identify the whales, elaborate on their behavior and answer questions.


Following this magnificent adventure, you will enjoy free time in Saint Andrews to shop and perhaps enjoy lunch on your own.


Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes approximately 1 hour of walking during free time. It is not available to guests who utilize a wheelchair. Those guests with mobility concerns are cautioned to evaluate their personal level of ability and stamina. Minimum age is 9 years old. Maximum weight is 275 lbs. All guests will be fitted with flotation suits at the boat operator office. There are 50 steps to board the whale watching boat. Dress in layers with warm clothing, as there can be a significant temperature drop on the open Bay of Fundy. There is a bathroom on the zodiac boat. While we do have a 90-100% success rate of sighting whales, they cannot be guaranteed.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Adventure
Wildlife Tours

Activity Level:

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Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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