Duration: | 4 Hour(s) - 0 Minute(s) |
Tour Category: | Seasonal Events Tours |
Overview
Imagine kayaking past icebergs, nesting puffins, and maybe even beside dolphins or a whale in the waters off Newfoundland. This tour could make that your reality. Have your kayak towed out off the coast, then kayak along the shore with your guide. The route will be varied for each trip, based on wildlife sightings, the state of the ocean, and each paddler's comfort and ability.
The guide will plan the best route using their discretion
Upgrade by adding a beach boil or extra hours
Choice of morning or afternoon departures
Tours run seasonally, from June to September
Inclusions:
Local guide
Refreshments provided on the tour
This tour can be customized to accommodate a beach boil up
It may also be extended into a full-day trip for an additional fee
Exclusions:
Does not include gratuity for your guide. Tipping is optional based on your pleasure and experience.
Departure Point
Trinity Eco-tours Lodge
Departs
Daily morning and afternoon
Departure Time
The departure of 8 am and 1 pm is the two times possible each day. This must be booked in advance as we cancel our other kayak tours to accommodate this one.
What To Expect
Meet at the Trinity Eco-tours Lodge which is the jump-off point for your tour. Your guide will explain the route that will be taken on your tour and the predetermined path to get back. The route is based upon wildlife viewing opportunities, sea state, kayaker experience, and comfort levels.
At this point, you'll pick up your gear and kayaks and head to the drop-off location, which can be one of several points including Bonaventure, Trouty, Champneys East or West, or Port Rexton.
Each paddle offers unique opportunities and attractions. Most tours have the opportunity to see bald eagles and occupied eagle's nests. Paddle past islands and beaches of rolling Capelin in season. These small fish are the basis for the life cycle of almost every migratory whale species that frequent this area. They can be seen on your tour as well as the whales that gorge themselves on them.
Paddle past humpbacks in season and view the Skirwink Trail, a favorite hike designated as one of the top ten trails in Canada. You'll view several rock structures from the water. Later, you can hike the trail and view them from the top. Your tour ends passing the lighthouse at Trinity at Fort Point past the cannons still pointing to sea to keep away marauders.
Finally, enter Trinity where you haul up and continue back to the lodge for a debrief and a discussion of your trip and picture exchange. Your guides will gladly answer all your questions and may also use posters in the Marine Interpretation Centre to explain any feature or creature that you saw on your trip.
Your paddle is approximately 4 hours. Dress for the weather conditions. Follow your guide's recommendations.
Additional Info:
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately