About Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours
Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours runs boat tours straight from the St. John's waterfront, leaving from Pier 6 on Harbour Drive in the heart of downtown. Because the dock is within walking distance of most hotels and B&Bs, visitors can head out through the Narrows without arranging a drive to the Southern Shore. The company also operates a second base in Twillingate on the north coast.
The St. John's trip is a two-hour narrated tour that passes Fort Amherst, Cabot Tower and Cape Spear from the water. Depending on the season, guests look for humpback whales, icebergs and Atlantic puffins. During peak season there are four departures a day, at 9:00, 11:30, 2:00 and 4:30, with fewer sailings early and late in the year. Private charters and group rates are available by phone, and the company also runs concert cruises.
The boats have open decks for clear viewing plus a heated cabin and washrooms, which matters on a cold North Atlantic morning. A full bar and light snacks are sold on board, traditional Newfoundland music plays through the trip, and Screech-ins are offered at sea. For travelers staying downtown who want whales and icebergs with minimal logistics, the harbor departure is the main advantage.
