Canada

Newfoundland + Labrador

Newfoundland, Canada
Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland, Canada
Newfoundland, Canada
Western Brook Pond, Newfoundland, Canada

Why visit Newfoundland and Labrador

The island of Newfoundland and Labrador on mainland Canada come together to form the country’s most easterly province. Newfoundland and Labrador is a place where rugged natural beauty meets unforgettable adventure. From towering fjords and dramatic coastlines to iceberg-dotted waters and abundant wildlife, the province offers some of the most breathtaking scenery in Canada.

Here you can explore coastal trails, watch puffins and whales up close in summer months, sail amongst the ice in winter, and experience the peaceful charm of remote, windswept landscapes all year round.

Puffins, Newfoundland, Canada

Highlights of Newfoundland and Labrador 

  • Seabird Colonies: Each summer, millions of seabirds arrive in Newfoundland and Labrador. Puffins, gannets, murres, and kittiwakes nest on towering cliffs and offshore islands like Witless Bay and Cape St. Mary’s.

  • Tablelands: Part of Gros Morne National Park, the Tablelands are a barren landscape of exposed mantle rock. The unique geology supports rare plants found nowhere else.

  • Icebergs and Marine Life: Every spring and early summer, icebergs drift along the coast. Whales, seals, and seabirds gather nearby. See them on a private Fogo Island boat charter or a zodiac and kayaking tour.

  • Fjords: Deep fjords carve the coastline. Western Brook Pond in Gros Morne National Park is a standout, with cliffs plunging into clear waters. It is perfect for hiking, boating, and photography.

  • Snorkelling and Diving: Cold-water diving reveals kelp forests, World War II shipwrecks, and rich marine life, especially around St John’s and Bell Island. You can also snorkel with humpback whales.

  • L’Anse aux Meadows: This UNESCO World Heritage Site preserves a Norse Viking settlement, the only known pre-Columbian European site in North America.

  • Northern Lights in Labrador: In remote Labrador, especially in winter, the Aurora Borealis lights up the night sky.

  • Moose and Caribou Watching: Vast forests and tundra provide chances to see moose, caribou, and foxes in the wild.

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Nova Scotia to Newfoundland

Shaped by salt air, close-knit communities and wide horizons, northeast Canada reveals itself slowly. This journey follows the Atlantic edge from Nova Scotia to remote Newfoundland, focusing on places where landscape and daily life are still closely linked.

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Iceberg Alley

Iceberg Alley runs along the coast of Newfoundland each spring, where massive icebergs drift from Greenland, creating one of the world’s most spectacular natural shows.

Newfoundland has it's Own Time Zone

Newfoundland runs on its own time zone, half an hour ahead of Atlantic Time. So when the rest of Canada is sitting down for lunch, Newfoundlanders are already enjoying the start of their afternoon.

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Getting to Newfoundland and Labrador

St. John’s International Airport (YYT) on the east coast is the main international hub. The airport operates regular direct flights from major Canadian cities, as well as direct flights from London Gatwick. From London Gatwick there are usually four direct flights per week, and the journey takes between five and six hours. 

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OUR FAVOURITE TIME TO VISIT

Newfoundland and Labrador is a destination for all seasons, each offering its own rewards. In spring and early summer, towering icebergs drift past rugged coastlines, and whales glide through calm waters. Summer brings long, light-filled days perfect for hiking dramatic cliffs, exploring colourful fishing villages or taking a boat out to remote islands. Autumn paints the forests in rich golds and reds, while the trails are quieter and the air crisp. Winter has its charm, with snow-dusted landscapes, festive cultural events and the thrill of exploring a wilder, more remote side of the province.

 

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