Newfoundland Kayaking

Newfoundland Travel Guide

Kayaking in
Newfoundland

Newman Sound, Trinity Bay, iceberg kayaking in Twillingate every paddling option explained.

Newfoundland offers extraordinary sea kayaking from the world-class sheltered fjord of Newman Sound at Terra Nova National Park to harbour tours in Trinity to guided iceberg kayaking in Twillingate. Here is every option by location.

Best Kayaking by Location

World-Class Sheltered Kayaking
Terra Nova National Park Newman Sound

Rent a kayak at the Visitor Centre or book a guided excursion with Happy Adventure Tours through Newman Sound. The Narrows section is world-class sea kayaking in a sheltered, wildlife-rich setting. Sea stars, urchins, crabs, and lion’s mane jellyfish below; bald eagles above. Kayak along the rugged coastline and encounter whales and other marine life.

Harbour Kayak Tours
Trinity Bay Trinity Eco-Tours

Trinity Eco-Tours offers harbour kayak tours around Trinity harbour with views of local scenery, waterfalls, arches, and caves. Also offers more adventurous tours towing kayakers to distant points for chances to interact with whales and marine life. Experience levels from beginner harbour tours to open-water adventures.

Iceberg Kayaking
Twillingate

Guided kayak tours around Twillingate harbour and Notre Dame Bay allow paddling near icebergs when present during May and June. Only guided tours are appropriate due to iceberg calving risk. A 2-hour sunset kayak tour is also available. One of the most extraordinary paddling experiences in Atlantic Canada.

Fjord Paddling
Gros Morne National Park

Gros Morne’s fjords and coastal waters offer paddling opportunities through extraordinary landscapes. Kayaking and canoeing enthusiasts can explore the park’s waterways immersed in the tranquillity of the fjord environment alongside towering cliffs.

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Happy Adventure Tours at Terra Nova

Happy Adventure Tours explores the rugged coast of Bonavista Bay from Terra Nova National Park. Your kayak tour departs from the Visitor Centre. The inlets, coves, and bays provide a scenic view of the coastline. Suitable for various experience levels with guided excursions available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Terra Nova National Park (Newman Sound world-class sheltered sea kayaking with Happy Adventure Tours), Trinity Bay (Trinity Eco-Tours harbour and coastal tours), and Twillingate (guided iceberg kayaking in May-June).
Yes guided kayak tours only from Twillingate when icebergs are present. Never kayak independently near icebergs due to calving risk.
Yes for sheltered options. Newman Sound (Terra Nova) and Trinity harbour tours are beginner-friendly. Happy Adventure Tours at Terra Nova offers guided excursions for varying skill levels.

Planning a Kayaking Trip to Newfoundland?

Book rental car early. Most kayak launch points require driving from St. John’s.

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