Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours

09/09/2024

When the sun is shining it just gives you an extra spring in your step, temp 14C, sun, wind SSW 11 km/h, Diamonds in the Harbour, amazing. Did you know, Water is flowing again on second street, what does one do without water, it sure makes you think about how many times you really go to the sink, Ha Ha. Yesterday everyone enjoyed the whale watching trip with Chris at the helm and Clayton, Amy and Cliff on deck all was well. We will be sailing again at 12.30 pm and hoping for the same wonderful day as yesterday with lots of whales and a great tour. Something To Ponder, Character is Built by Striving to be Kind not Famous.

09/08/2024

September 2nd, 2024 8:30am Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours

There was a lot of feathers on our morning tour but it was a mystery fluke that peeked our interest. When you are a long term whale observer each raise of the tail fluke raises your excitement level. The moment that an identity is reveled is a great feeling. When a tail is raised and the whale is unknown it is an even more thrilling experience. We encountered a "new to us" whale during this tour. The fluke had distinctive marking but not like any we had seen. There was a unique scar on the body and the dorsal fin was small but elongated.

We sent the images to Happywhale and with the assistance of the Center for Coastal Studies there was a match to an unnamed whale.

It was the early birders who got the great birds! It is the time of year that people coming to see feathers rather than fins increase. Our morning tour was full of amazing birds including a bird battle between a Pomarine jaeger and 2 greater shearwaters.

We are sailing daily through September!
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09/08/2024

8 years ago (already) we were treated to two humpback whales that close approached our boat. These whales stayed and played for over an hour! Please note that the engine was not running! How lucky were we to have Brinton Photography onboard to capture these moments and memories! Enjoy this footage!

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09/07/2024

September 7th 2024 4:30pm Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours

We had a great day full of fins and feathers! We did not see the tails of the whales we watched but there are so many ways that we can recognize our friends without seeing a fluke.

Sockeye is a well known whale who has a face like no other whale. His lower jaw grew up over his top jaw like a the face of a sockeye salmon. Sockeye also has large white scar just behind his blowhole as an identifying mark.

New Moon is another whale who has scars that stick out. New Moon has a white scar down the center of the crown of the blowhole and body scars between the blowhole and dorsal fin.

Sunburst is easily spotted due to the white speckled dorsal fin.

Gremlin has a dorsal fin that is slightly rounded with white scarring. Last summer Gremlin has some barnacles attached to the dorsal fin and it looked like someone stuck googley eyes on it. The barnacles are now gone but the shape of the dorsal fin stayed in our memories.

Bottleneck's name comes from the marking on the tail that look like a bottleneck but one of our fellow whale lovers Chelsea identifies Bottleneck from the shape of the dorsal that to her looks like a can/bottle opener.

The feathers on this tour were by the 10's of 1000's! A small bird called Phalaropes are gathering and it a sight to see 1000's of birds moving around us in a mass. There was a tour group from who were looking for the birds and this was such a special sight and they even got to see our resident South polar skuas!

We are sailing through September and it is not too late to book a tour!
Call us at 1-800-239-2189 and spend a day touring the Bay.

09/07/2024

It is a windy wet morning, just what we were expecting, wind , rain and the Chad & Sisters Two tied secure at the wharf and me in my nightie sitting in front of the beast, Ha Ha. Did you know yesterday was a great day on both trips. Captain Chris was at the helm and Clayton, Cliff and my daughter Amanda was by my side on the first trip. The whales were amazing and we had so much fun. On our second trip we celebrated an early birthday for Captain Chris, Shaunette had decorated the boat and she brought birthday cake for him, we sang and laughed and we are so thankful for him. Clayton, Amy and Amanda and Prince Isaac were onboard and we sure had a lot of fun and the whales and birds were amazing. But today is a day in the woods for us all but we look forward to sailing tomorrow at 12.30 pm. Something To Ponder, Isn't funny how day by day nothing Changes but when you look back everything is Different.

09/06/2024

September 5th Tour....whales a plenty!! Come on down and tour with us! We are sailing daily!!

09/06/2024

09/06/2024

For the safety off all involved, we are sorry to advise that all tours on Saturday, September 7th have been cancelled due to poor weather.
We apologize for the inconvenience but safety first!

09/06/2024

A grey morning with the sun trying to break through the cloud cover, temp 14C, wind E light. Did you know yesterday I had my granddaughter Captain Shaelyn Graham at the helm and Clayton and Cliff by my side and we enjoyed a great day. Cliff's wife also joined us. We had fun watching several whales and the birders I had onboard also enjoyed the birds. The flipper slapping was a great hit and the tail shots sealed the day with many smiles for sure. Sailing today at 12.30 & 4.30 pm. Something To Ponder, Sit with people who Protect your name in your Absence, they are hard to find so choose your seat Wisely.

09/05/2024

September 3rd and 4th Oh what fun we are having on the water!! Tails and flippers and whales splashing around us!! Come take a tour with us to end your summer! We are sailing daily!!

09/05/2024

Funny morning the fog has been in and out now the sun has appeared with Diamonds in the Harbour, lets hope it stays for the day. Did you know, Yesterday we had a great time watching three humpback whales and the flipper flapping is always a great pleaser for sure. Captain Chris was at the helm and Clayton and Cliff were by my side to help me. It was a calm and sunny day out on the Bay , just one of those days that you wish could last for ever. Sailing today at 12.30 pm. Something To Ponder, When we Support and Help each other we all Succeed, don't you agree?

09/04/2024

It is rather overcast this morning, temp 13C, winds light from the west, wow the clouds in the sky this morning are rather interesting, there is a straight line holding them up, well that's what it looks like to me. Did you know, Yesterday we had a scupper breeze that I enjoyed because it always reminds me of Roy. Captain Chris was at the helm and I had Clayton and Cliff by my side. Some folks enjoyed the scupper breeze others not so much, we saw two humpback whales that were staying down for a while before they surfaced doing whatever made them happy and that's fine with us. We will be sailing at 12.30 pm today. Something To Ponder, We all face the Choice between what is Right and what is Easy, choose Wisely

09/04/2024

September 2, 2024 12:30pm Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours

Humpback whale New Moon showed off some powerful tail lobbing and tail breaching! We had a fantastic look at South polar skua who flew very closely along the side of the boat. It felt like this bird was doing some people watching!

We are having great days on the Bay of Fundy and the fun continues all through September!

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09/03/2024

Oh what a beautiful day, Diamonds in the Harbour, sun, temp 14C, wind NW 15 km/h. Did you know, Our day yesterday on all three trips was great, on the first trip I had my King, Captain Chad Graham to my right, he is my youngest son whom the boat was named after, to my left I had Clayton, Amy and Cliff, oh my heart was bursting with love, on the last two trips I had Captain Chris and the rest of my crew to my left. We had a lot of fun and our guests were happy to enjoy our whales in their natural environment, what a privilege. Sailing today at 12.30 pm . Something To Ponder, In a world where everything can be bought and sold, Integrity is Priceless.

09/03/2024

September 2nd 2024 4:30pm Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours

Supper time with Humpback whales Sedge and Ibex aka "Mr. Burns."

09/03/2024

Move over Elf on the Shelf. Make a place for Sedge by the Ledge

09/02/2024

I woke up and saw the fog over the hill so I was disappointed because I thought the the wind was going to change direction but it didn't, temp 14C, wind SW 15 km/h, Did you know, yesterday was one of those days that my husband Roy would have called a scupper breeze. With my granddaughter Captain Shaelyn Graham to my right and Clayton, Amy and Cliff to my left all was well. And to make the foggy breezy day even better Tusk did the Tusk twist. Oh my goodness that whale can put on a show like no other but the other whales that were seen were appreciated as well. Now let me tell you the guests who brought umbrellas onboard soon learned they could not fly they just turned inside out and that was that, rather funny really. No umbrella was made for the fierce winds of the famous Bay of Fundy. Sailing today at 8.30 am and 12.30 & 4.30 pm. Something To Ponder, No matter how Hard Life can get, go to bed Grateful you still have One.

09/02/2024

September 1st, 2024 12:30pm Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours

Whales still show off in the rain! Humpback whales Paravane and Tusk were showing off some tail. We missed the shots at Paravanes showcase but had a front row seat for Tusk's nearly ten minute display of tail lobbing!

We are sailing daily through September!
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09/02/2024

September 1st, 2024 8:30am Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours

It was a wet morning but those who ventured in the wilds of the water were rewarded with whales!

We are sailing through September!
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09/01/2024

Sunday morning starts with rain, temp 15C, wind S 15 to 20 knots. Did you know, Yesterday we had a great time, with my granddaughter Captain Shaelyn Graham to my right and Clayton, Amy and Becky to my left we sure had a fun filled day. Now let me tell you when Tusk does the Tusk Twist everyone and I mean everyone hoots and claps for joy. Oh that whale can even bring the sick or sleepy to their feet, oh what fun we had. Today we will be sailing at 8.30 am and 12.30 & 4.30 pm. Something To Ponder, A Laugh is a Smile that Bursts. Happy Sunday everyone, enjoy your day Earl, Love from home Donnie, Marion, Cheryl, Kiaunie, Kenley & Dakota, XO. I am sad to see my girl Becky and John leave this morning, She is so faithful and willing to come when needed, Thank you Darling, safe travels, XO

09/01/2024

August 31, 2024 12:30pm Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours

It was great to see Sockeye's friendly face. Sockeye gets his name from an abnormal looking lower jaw that curls up over the top jaw similar in shape to the face of a sockeye salmon.

09/01/2024

August 31st, 2024 4:30pm Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours

Humpback whale Tusk showcased his famous "Tusk Twist." No other whale is known to fling their flukes in opposing directions like Tusk.

We are sailing through September!
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08/31/2024

August 30th, 2024 4:30pm Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours

We had a great time with Humpback whales Tusk, Racoon, and New Moon. We watched an unexpected bird battle between a peregrine falcon and some seabird. We saw the return of a unique sea creature called salps and the jellyfish were a joy to watch.
We are sailing through September!
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08/31/2024

And yet another day to smile at the Diamonds in the Harbour, sun, temp 13C, wind light increasing to SW 15 by noon. Did you know yesterday we enjoyed both of our trips, with my granddaughter Captain Shaelyn Graham to my right and Clayton, Becky & Amy to my left my heart was bursting with pride and love. It was a calm and wonderful day to sail the famous Bay of Fundy. The whales were staying down for a lengthy amount of time but they were doing whatever they do to enjoy their day. We all had a good time on both trips, sailing today at 12.30 & 4.30 pm. Something To Ponder, Laughter is the Celebration of the human Spirit, I love to laugh, especially when it makes my sides hurt.

08/30/2024

August 29th and the fun continues!! We are overjoyed with our trips and the hoots and happiness that the whales are bringing to our guests! Come on down to Brier Island and take a tour with us! There is still plenty of time to see what all the fuss is about and to make whale watching one of your yearly traditions!! We are touring daily!!

08/30/2024

Well now there is not a draft of wind this morning and the Diamonds in the Harbour are beautiful, temp 13C. Did you know, We actually had three great trips yesterday and we could see for miles and the whales were close and easy to watch . It was and great day for use all and with Captain Chris to my right and Clayton, Becky Miya to my left and Amy on the last trip all was well with my soul. Miya is done for the season and she is happy to get ready for her last year of school. Sailing today at 12.30 & 4.30 pm. Something To Ponder, Keep Smiling because Life is such a Beautiful thing and there's lots to Smile about, don't you agree? Enjoy your day Amy, XO.

08/30/2024

August 29th 2024 4:30pm Mariner Cruises Whale and Seabird Tours

Lots of breaching, lots of whales, and lots of fun!

What a beautiful silky day at sea.

We are sailing through September
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