Outdoor Activities in Newfoundland and Labrador

On the vast lands and ever bigger seas of Newfoundland and Labrador, one doesn’t need to think much to leisure themselves! There’s an awaiting adventure just for you inch of Newfoundland and Labrador. So, get those comfortable clothing and shoes on, and set out to discover the never ending beauties of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Seal the Sea in your eyes!

The seas of Newfoundland and Labrador have limitless offers for the sore eyes from the concrete jungles. One can catch the breathtaking sights of the humpback whales and the ten thousand year old icebergs. Nowhere else in the world are there such natural magnificence. The seas also own 35 million seabirds waiting to welcome you!

Take a hike, Mike!

Hiking and trekking with your family and friends in Newfoundland and Labrador will be an assured unforgettable memory! There are so many things that one can learn by living in the wilderness. So, regain all those days that you have lost to stress by hiking along the hundreds of trails, among the unspoiled wonders of nature. Breath the fresh sea air along the province’s 29,000 km of coastline and purge the stress out of you.

Kayaking and Canoeing

Your experience of a lifetime awaits you in the 29,000 km shoreline of Newfoundland and Labrador. There are multitude bays, rivers, lakes and dangerous exquisites of the marine life awaiting your curiosity. You can get your paddles ready and set out along the coast to discover elusive bird colonies, endangered fishing villages, explore waterfalls and crystalline shores. There are canoe and kayak tour operators who know the sea inside-out, ready to assist you on a trip that you can never, ever forget!

Safari

Nature is in abundance in every mile of Newfoundland and Labrador. You can set out early morning with your family on a nice drive only to find the most beautiful plants and trees, animals that you have ever seen. Be careful when it comes to the speed you’re driving in, because you can find the moose casually grazing on every roadside. The province has 7 botanical gardens which own many species of rare arctic and alpine plants.

Learn about the Culture and Heritage

Newfoundland and Labrador have hundreds of must-see sites and landmarks. There are many museums, galleries, lighthouses etc. that tell every tale about the history of the land and its wonderful people. Lighthouses such as Cape Race, Fort Amherst, and Cape Spear were built in the nineteenth century and still operate today! There are 10 National Historical Sites and 9 Provincial Historical Sites that allow you to go back into history to know about the life and times of the people who lived many years ago in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Apart from the many things listed above, one can also indulge in interesting and relaxing activities such as bird-watching and take parts in the cultural festivals and events of Newfoundland and Labrador. Bird-watching, in my opinion is a must as there are 350 species of birds in the province. Many of them migrate during the summer to experience the good weather. Shopping is also a must to take home a part of Newfoundland and Labrador’s rich culture.