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Everyone likes whales. And when you are up close to nature’s largest creatures it makes you feel a little more insignificant, more humble in their presence. Whether it’s at Seaworld in Florida or out on the Pacific shoals the sight of such large creatures moving effortlessly through the water has an effect on almost everyone.

It is no secret that one of the best places in the world to watch whales is Cape Breton. Why? Because it is situated both in the Gulf of St. Lawrence and the Atlantic Ocean where there are are so many different species. And up in Cape Breton Oshan Whale Watch makes sure that every adventurer gets a full portion of whale excitement. And what separates Oshan Whale Watch from many other whale watching tours is that they guarantee sightings of whales. There is even a video display including their “pet” Scratchy, the Humpback Whale.

In operation since 1998 Oshan Whale Watch is a family business run by Captain Cyril Fraser – whose Gaelic clan name is Oshan. The Fraser’s have made a living from fishing in the north part of Cape Breton for over 5 generations.

Like his predecessors Captain Cyril started out as fisherman at the age of 15  and by 20 had his own lobster boat and license. When the cod stocks declined in the late 1980’s Fraser decided to start Oshan Whale Watch and has been at it ever since.

A  Family Tradition

• Fraser’s wife, Sharon: She works as the bookkeeper and receptionist for Oshan Whale Watch, is great to the passengers can be found cooking fish dishes for them.
• Oldest daughter Sherry: Along with her husband Chad are the advertising and graphic design handlers.
• Oldest son, Ray: Like his father, Ray is a trained captain but also is the family web master and computer guy.
• Second youngest son, Matthew: He also works in reception and  and guide.
• Youngest Fraser, Cheryl: She loves the water too much to be stuck in a booth so she is a guide.

Safety First

Both Cheryl and Matt are trained in safety and first aid by the Coast Guard. In addition, Ray’s wife is also Coast Guard-trained and works at the local hospital and is more than willing to fill in on the weekends.

Types of Whales and Wildlife

• Fin Whales
• Humpback Whales
• Pilot Whales
• Atlantic White Sided Dolphins
• Minke Whales
• Grey Seals
• Bald Eagles
• Northern Gannets
• Cormorants
• Guillemots
• Sea Ducks
• Loons
• Blue Herons

Departure times between July 1st and October 31st:

• 10:30am
• 1:30pm
• 4:30pm

On the 4:40 cruise you can try your hand at deep-sea fishing.
Oshan Whale Watch is a great addition to your Nova Scotia vacation. Here is there address and contact info:

Oshan Whale Watch
3384 Bay St. Lawrence Road,
Bay St. Lawrence,
Victoria County,
Cape Breton,
Nova Scotia,
Canada. B0C 1G0

Phone: 1-877-383-2883