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Newfoundland Adventure Travel 🫎🍁
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items Everybody loves "the Rock" as Newfoundland is affectionately known. The people are so friendly and during your visit you can hike, go whale watching, see puffins, see historic sites and enjoy "Screech", the special drink.
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Things to do in Newfoundland
Newfoundland Sightseeing Tours
Bonavista Peninsula
Viking Trail Newfoundland
Travelling around Newfoundland
Where to stay while visiting Newfoundland
Things to do in Newfoundland
Information on some of the 2 Newfoundland National Parks and several Historic Sites including Signal Hill, a Viking Village, and the more interesting hiking trails along the coast.
Hiking the East Coast Trail is so very different than western Newfoundland. A great way to explore the province.
9 Breathtaking Hiking Trails in Newfoundland
My favourite are to explore in Newfoundland is Gros Morne National Park with trails that look like the surface of Mars, others to mountain tops or to waterfalls and the views of the fjord.
23 Best Things to Do in Gros Morne National Park
Newfoundland Tourist Office for complete information on visiting the province.
Home - Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Parks Canada website for Gros Morne National Park, a must see when visiting Newfoundland
Gros Morne National Park
Parks Canada website for Terra Nova National Park for a great hiking experience while in Newfoundland.
Terra Nova National Park
Cape Spear LIghthouse National Historic Site with awesome coastal hiking in Newfoundland
Cape Spear Lighthouse National Historic Site
Newfoundland Sightseeing Tours
The best way to see some of what Newfoundland has to offer is on a tour, particularly to view whales, puffins, and icebergs. These are a few of the best.
A tour of historic St. John's, Newfoundland including Signal Hill and the scenic Cape Spear.
Historic St. John's Newfoundland and Cape Spear Tour
A must see while in Newfoundland is a whale watching cruise. I was lucky enough to see humpback whales and the smaller minke whales as well.
2 Hour Award-Winning Whale and Seabird Boat Tour from St. John's
I was lucky enough to see both whales and puffins while visiting Newfoundland. A highlight that I recommend you see as well.
Newfoundland Puffin and Whale Watch Cruise
Tour to see colourful St. John's, Newfoundland including nearby Cape Spear National Historic site. Your guide makes this such a great tour.
4 Hour St John’s Tour w Come From Away star (lunch included)
One of the best ways to explore in Western Newfoundland is by boat. The Bay of Islands is one of the most popular tours.
From Corner Brook : Bay Of Islands Island Zodiac Boat Tour
Bays Bull is located about 40 km south of St. John's and is the start of this tour. You may see whales in the area (I did), puffins, and other seabirds.
2 Hours Guided Whale and Bird Boat Tour in Bay Bulls
Bonavista Peninsula
The Bonavista Peninsula lies part way between St. John's and Cornerbrook in Newfoundland. It is worth the side trip to see the whales, puffins, lighthouses, National Historic Sites, and coastal hiking trails.
Port Rexton on the Bonavista Peninsula in Newfoundland has an amazing theatre, heritage homes, and the Fox Island and Skerwink Hiking Trails.
Port Rexton, Newfoundland and Labrador: All You Need to Know Before You Go (2025) - Tripadvisor
Official website of Bonavista. Check out the lighthouse where I saw whales playing, Ryan Premises National Historic Site, scenic coastal hikes and puffins.
Visitor Info Centre & Town Map | Town of Bonavista
Many consider the Skerwink Trail on the Bonavista Peninsula of Newfoundland the best hiking in the province. Not a long trail it packs a punch with the variety of terrain and coastal views.
Hike Discovery - Skerwink Trail
Viking Trail Newfoundland
The Viking Trail is just over 300 km one way from Gros Morne National Park to St. Anthony's at the tip of the Northern Peninsula of Newfoundland. An interesting drive you will want to do with the Viking Settlement the top attraction.
L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site with a Discovery Centre, several Viking houses with costumed staff with plenty of stories. There is also a short hiking trail along the shore.
L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site
The Grenfell Interpretation Centre tells the story of this remarkable Newfoundland man. Excellent handicraft shop on site. Your ticket includes entrance to his nearby home and a short hiking trail.
Grenfell Interpretation Centre - Grenfell Properties
St Anthony at the northern tip of Newfoundland features a Viking settlement, great museums, hiking trails near the lighthouse, icebergs (seasonal), and more.
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in St. Anthony (2025)
Travelling around Newfoundland
IF visiting the entire island of Newfoundalnd having a rental car is a must and with cars limited in the summer months you need to book early. Also details on the ferry to get to Newfoundland if not flying.
Be aware that rental cars are limited in Newfoundland especially if looking to book one way from St. John's to Deer Lake. I suggest you book early.
Car Rental: Save More on Rental Cars, Vans & Trucks | Hertz
Marine Atlantic provides daily ferry service from North Sydney, Nova Scotia to Port aux Basques in western Newfoundland. There is also seasonal service to Argentia closer to St. John's
Marine Atlantic | Ferries to Nova Scotia & Newfoundland
Self Drive tours around Newfoundland so you can explore the quaint villages and National Parks at your own pace.
Self Drives - Atlantic Tours & Travel
Where to stay while visiting Newfoundland
Finding accommodation in Newfoundland can sometimes be a challenge. Summer is busy and the most popular places are full while off-season many places are closed. This should help you with your search.
There is limited accommodation near Gros Morne National Park so consider Expedia to help
Best Hotels Near Gros Morne National Park, from CA $120 | Expedia.ca
Booking.com has numerous accommodation options in St. John's, Newfoundland.
97 hotels in St. John's, Canada.
There can be limited accommodation in parts of Newfoundland so a vacation home makes sense. VRBO has over 600 choices for you
Newfoundland Vacation Rentals, Newfoundland and Labrador: house rentals & more | Vrbo
What to bring for your Newfoundland Adventure
You should carry an emergency tent in your backpack as weather can change quickly and hikers have been known to have issues. This model accommodates 2 hikers and is waterproof.
Go Time Gear Survival Life Tent - 2 Person
This Osprey Day Pack can carry all your essentials while hiking including your lunch, first aid kit, water bottles, sunscreen and other items.
Osprey Daylite Daypack
These collapible hiking poles from REI assist when walking over the rocky trails of Newfoundland.
Trekking Poles, Hiking Staffs & Walking Sticks | REI Co-op