Suggested visit
Day 1
St. Andrews · afternoon whale cruise
Day 2
Ministers Island · Kingsbrae Garden
Day 3
Ferry to Grand Manan · puffin tour
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Wildlife · Summer
Bay of Fundy Whale Season
St. Andrews, New Brunswick July – September
Humpback, finback, minke, and endangered right whales feed in the world's highest tides.
Type
Wildlife
Family Friendly
Yes
Setting
Outdoor
About This Event
The story of Bay of Fundy Whale Season
Humpback, finback, minke, and endangered right whales feed in the world's highest tides.
The nutrient-rich Bay of Fundy is one of the planet's premier whale-watching destinations. Boats depart daily from St. Andrews, Grand Manan, and Digby with near-guaranteed sightings all summer long.
Why travelers love it
Reasons to go
What makes Bay of Fundy Whale Season unforgettable.
01
Whale-watching cruises
02
Highest tides on Earth
03
Grand Manan puffin tours
04
Ministers Island tidal walk
Best areas to stay
Where to stay
Curated accommodations across price tiers and neighbourhoods.
- The Algonquin Resort
- Kingsbrae Arms
Explore beyond the event
Things to do nearby
Make St. Andrews the start of a wider Canadian adventure.
- Hopewell Rocks
- Fundy National Park
- Grand Manan Island
Make the most of your visit
Suggested itineraries
Plans for every length of stay — from a single day to an extended adventure.
Know before you go
Local insider tips
Editorial advice from on-the-ground travelers.
Weather
Pack for the season and check the forecast the week of.
Transit
Use public transportation where possible — venues fill quickly with festival traffic.
Arrive early
Marquee events draw crowds — give yourself 60 minutes of buffer.
Cash
A small amount of cash speeds up small-vendor and food lines.
Photography
The hour before sunset gives the best festival light.
Photo gallery
A visual taste
A glimpse of Bay of Fundy Whale Season and the surrounding destination.
Editorial photography curated by The Canadian Explorer.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Nearby
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Parks, campgrounds and road trips within reach of St. Andrews.
National Parks nearby
Provincial Parks nearby
Camp nearby
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Related destinations
Continue the journey from where the festival ends.
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