Iceberg Man Tours
Iceberg Man Tours
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Twillingate, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
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Wilf G
Saskatoon, Canada2 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
An awesome tour, friendly folks who run this company and great employees. We had a lot of fun on the tour and it was great to see an iceberg up close.
Written May 25, 2022
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NES94
Burlington, Canada3 contributions
Aug. 2021
Fantastic trip… We went out with Cecil & his grandson Ethan. Unfortunately we didn’t’ see any whales but the history lesson we got was phenomenal. Cecil told us everything about the area and the scenery was spectacular. My wife and I highly recommend when your in Twillingate you don’t miss going out on a boat tour with Cecil, you won’t be disappointed.
Written August 9, 2021
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Christine G
Salem, MA81 contributions
Aug. 2019
Apparently August is too late for whale sightings or icebergs so if you are traveling go earlier in the season. The captain was well informed on the history and stories of the area and the views of the cliffs from the water are spectacular!
Written December 31, 2019
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Rdwilly
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Aug. 2019 • Couples
We went on a morning tour with Iceberg Man and we had low expectations as we were told the capelin hadn't been around much (which whales and seabirds feed on). We figured we'd get a nice tour of the coast, but lo and behold, we came across a pod of orcas. The whales swam and played among two boats for at least 30 minutes. It was one of the most incredible experiences of my life! They said it was the first orcas they had seen this summer, so we got very lucky! Cecil (the iceberg man himself) gave a little tour of some of the artifacts he has come across over the past 30 or more years which was also interesting. Would highly recommend!
Written August 10, 2019
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Gin E
Sudbury, Ontario, Canada36 contributions
Aug. 2019 • Couples
We had a lot of fun on this lovely morning boat tour of the Twillingate bay and cove area. We hoped to see some whale but it was too late in summer for the iceberg sighting and humpbacks. We did see some beautiful Eagles along the cliffs and a pod of gorgeous and playful dolphins. The crew was knowledgeable and told funny stories. Definitely try this boat tour! Just the scenery and ocean sites made it worthwhile.
Written August 10, 2019
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Corinna
2 contributions
Aug. 2019 • Couples
Thoroughly enjoyed this tour! Eleanor was delightful and helpful in gift shop! Captain Cecil was a great teacher of history. The museum was very interesting. The boat tour was fantastic and we were lucky to see The killer Whales! Would recommend this tour as Captain Cecil is the original Iceberg Man !
Written August 7, 2019
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meganpes
Toronto, Canada8 contributions
Aug. 2019 • Couples
Cecil was so friendly and knowledgeable.
The trip was amazing - we saw a pod of killer whales!!!
Would recommend to anyone/ everyone 10/10 ⭐️
The trip was amazing - we saw a pod of killer whales!!!
Would recommend to anyone/ everyone 10/10 ⭐️
Written August 2, 2019
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Fluffy004
Hamilton38 contributions
Jul. 2019 • Friends
The day we went out we did not see any icebergs or whales but that was ok as Cecil and Willy entertained us. They were very knowledgeable very fun to spend a couple of hours with. We did see an eagles nest and osprey nest.
Written July 27, 2019
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kjkToronto
Toronto, Canada962 contributions
Jun. 2019 • Couples
We took the morning tour with Iceberg Man Tours in late June. They let us know when we arrived that there would be no icebergs, just a coastal wildlife tour. (Not sure if we had the option to cancel at that point or not but I guess it's good to set expectations either way!) It was quite foggy which made for any interesting experience. We saw a minke whale named, lots of puffins flying (which apparently you don't see in the area as much in nice weather), murres, a common tern, cormorants and some gannets on the rocks drying their feathers. A bald eagle and it’s nest was unexpected and neat. The staff were great, providing good commentary on the wildlife and the history of the area. I liked the boat which was small but not too small. Overall it was a bit of a disappointment compared to our expectations but was still an enjoyable trip. We had better luck with more wildlife on a tour in Witless Bay, but if you want to be sure of seeing icebergs you probably need to come earlier in the season. I feel like they did a good job with what Mother Nature was offering up today.
Written July 22, 2019
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Victoria Senko
5 contributions
Jul. 2019 • Family
My mother and I upgraded to the zodiac tour as we really wanted to see an iceberg on our trip, AND IT WAS WORTH IT! The high speed ride took us out on a foggy evening (which wasn’t at all a mood killer) the fog around this gigantic iceberg was an actual treat! Almost majestic looking! The Captain made us all feel so comfortable and like family!
Thank you Iceberg tours for an experience my mother and I will never forget!!!!
Thank you Iceberg tours for an experience my mother and I will never forget!!!!
Written July 17, 2019
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stephanie g
Russell, Canada191 contributions
When is the best time of year to see icebergs? Is it possible to see icebergs and whales during the same time?
lazydaysnl
Gander NL1,786 contributions
Peak iceberg season is May and June but they can overlap with whales that arrive later. Check out Newfoundland Iceberg Reports on Facebook in season for current icebergs. Iceberg Alley App is free and ta kes reports for both. Look at tour boat fb page images to see dates of trips with both bergs and whales.
bnclee
Toronto, Canada59 contributions
Hello, we are interested in seeing the following highlights:
The Spout (a wave driven geyser), icebergs, lighthouses, cliffs, sea stacks, Berryhead Arch, cliffs, whales, waterfalls. Would you be able give me a quote for 4 people?
Thanks,
Cathy
Jacktor
Pickering22 contributions
We are travelling to teillingate in July and should be there from 19-20. Will we see icebergs?
Fay T
Arnprior, Canada143 contributions
It is really difficult to predict the amount of time these icebergs will be passing Iceberg Alley.
As of June 18th there are plenty of icebergs to see in the harbours and main waterways.
Maybe you will be lucky and a few more will be passing by.
Michelle B
Cornwall, Canada
We are traveling in June 17. I do get motion sickness in a car would gravol be a good idea before we go on the tour. I have gone on dinner boat cruises and I have gone snorkeling in Hawaii but the waters were pretty calm though. I know that water and weather is unpredictable but I'm asking in general. thank you.
travelmom015
Bettendorf, IA57 contributions
I also get motion sickness but not on this trip. I am not sure why. He is a careful driver, and there is much to see. There is cold air in your face. The boat is not a catamaran. I would not worry, but if you think it would help, a non-drowsy Dramamine might be all you need.
Bethk1964
Clermont, FL403 contributions
We will be traveling in Sept/ Oct ... Is there any time we wouldn't be able to see icebergs ? Is this a year around thing- can't wait
ckyc
Vancouver, Canada9 contributions
There is a site that tracks icebergs via satellite or ambassadors called icebergfinder.
So you could probably make an informed decision before you take a boat tour to see icebergs.
Jzjsolo
Saskatchewan, Canada470 contributions
Hi. Is there a time of day for the tour that would be best to take good photos? Ie. Better in later afternoon when the sun not so bright? Opinions please.
Pauline A
Niagara Falls, Canada14 contributions
All times are good from our experience. We were out once in the morning and once in the afternoon and they were both good.
fred m
Belle River, Canada7 contributions
Recommendations for things to see and do from June 8-18,2015 in Twillingate.
thank you
lazydaysnl
Gander NL1,786 contributions
Iceberg tour with Iceberg Man tour boat is excellent. You might be too early for dinner theatres but Twillingate museums are community run so will probably be open. One in Twillingate and another in Durrell. Visit Little Harbour and see the model boats built by Otto Young. Lots of lovely drives and communities to see. Hike or view it from the car. Lobster or other seafood meal at Samsone and Sons Lobster pool in Hillgrade. Daytrip, but I recommend an overnight trip, to Fogo Island. Running out of time yet? It's a lovely area.