Multi-Day Tours
Icebergs and Outports
HIGHLIGHTS
Join us for an epic eight day sea kayak trip along Newfoundland’s northern coast. Paddle amongst the icebergs that have floated south from Greenland and visit seldom visited Maritime fishing communities. The capelin should be running, so hopefully we will be visited by some migrating whales on our journey.
An ideal trip for paddlers of all skill levels, this is expedition sea kayaking at it’s best – a perfect balance between experiencing wilderness and Newfoundland coastal culture. We promise that this will be a trip of a lifetime!
Sample Itinerary
Please note that the itinerary may change based on the weather conditions.
Day 0: Pre-Trip Orientation in Gander
Overnight Location - Sinbad's Hotel (optional, not included) | Time - Kayaking - None | Meals - None
Arrive at Sinbad's Hotel in Gander, NL, between 5:00–6:00 pm for an optional pre-trip orientation. Meet your guides, review the trip overview, and receive gear and packing recommendations.
Day 1: Departure from Gander to Embree and Paddle to Camp #1
Overnight Location - Island Camp #1 | Time - Kayaking – 3–4 hours | Meals - Lunch, Dinner
Depart Gander at 9:00 am for a shuttle to Embree. Upon arrival, participate in kayak and gear fitting, followed by a safety briefing and packing session. After lunch, paddle to the first island camp, arriving around 3:30 pm. Set up camp, explore the island, or learn camp cooking tips while guides prepare dinner. Enjoy appetizers, a 6:00 pm dinner, and optional campfire and stargazing.
Day 2: Paddle to Camp #2 and Beothuk History
Overnight Location - Island Camp #2 | Time - Kayaking – 4–5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start with breakfast between 7:30–8:30 am. Pack up camp, stretch, and depart by 10:00 am. Paddle through scenic waters, stopping for an island lunch. Arrive at Camp #2 around 3:00 pm and visit the remains of a Beothuk camp to learn about the area’s indigenous history. Enjoy dinner at 6:00 pm, followed by an optional campfire and stargazing.
Day 3: Paddle to Camp #3
Overnight Location - Island Camp #3 | Time - Kayaking – 4–5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Begin the day with breakfast at 7:30–8:30 am, followed by packing up camp. Enjoy a day of paddling out on the water, stopping for lunch en route. Arrive at Camp #3 by 3:00 pm, set up camp, and relax before dinner at 6:00 pm, with optional campfire and stargazing to close the evening.
Day 4: Explore Exploits Island
Overnight Location - Island Camp #4 | Time - Kayaking – 4–5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast between 7:30–8:30 am, then pack up camp and depart by 9:30 am. Paddle toward Exploits Island, stopping for lunch along the way. Arrive at Camp #4 around 3:30 pm to set up camp. Dinner is served at 6:00 pm, followed by optional campfire and stargazing.
Day 5: Explore Trails and Lighthouse
Overnight Location - Island Camp #4 | TIme - Kayaking – 1–2 hours, hiking optional | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, paddle a short distance to refill water at the community spring. Spend the day exploring hiking trails, including routes to the lighthouse and local village. Return to camp by 4:00 pm for dinner and optional campfire and stargazing.
Day 6: Paddle South to Camp #5
Overnight Location - Island Camp #5 | Time - Kayaking – 4–5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start with breakfast at 7:30–8:30 am, then pack up camp and depart by 9:30 am. Today you will paddle south to one of several islands, depending on weather conditions. Arrive at Camp #5 by 3:00 pm for dinner at 6:00 pm, with optional campfire and stargazing.
Day 7: Return Paddle to Camp #1
Overnight Location - Island Camp #1 | Time - Kayaking – 4–5 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast between 7:30–8:30 am, then pack up camp and launch by 9:30 am. Paddle south, retracing the route to Camp #1. Arrive at 3:30 pm and settle in for a final evening with dinner and optional campfire and stargazing.
Day 8: Return Paddle to Mainland and Shuttle to Gander
Overnight Location - None | Time - Kayaking – 2–3 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at 7:30–8:30 am, pack up camp and launch at 10:00 am for the final paddle back to the mainland. Enjoy lunch at 12:00 pm before bidding farewell. Depart at 1:00 pm for the shuttle back to Gander.
We believe that incredible meals are essential to a memorable backcountry experience. Our guides pride themselves on their excellent camp cooking skills and we outfit all of our trips with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and regional specialties. We are also accustomed to accommodating different tastes and food requirements. Before your trip, you will be contacted by your guide to discuss trip plans and any food preferences you may have. Be prepared to work up an appetite in the fresh air and be extremely well fed!
Other dates and trip lengths are available in the LaHave Islands. Please inquire for more information, and ask about our group rates!
Because our courses, tours and rentals have a limited number of spots available, we have to turn people away once our bookings are full. Due to this, we cannot refund or reschedule within 48hrs for day tours and rentals, 30 days for courses, and 60 days for multidays unless a suitable replacement is found. If a replacement is found, or for cancellations further in advance, a full refund less a 20% administration fee will be issued.
Our cancellation policy must apply even in the event of a medical problem or family circumstance. We will do everything possible to fill your vacant spot for you. In the case of a Force Majeure, such as but not limited to acts of terrorism, war, pandemics, labour disputes, government actions, strikes, or major adverse weather conditions, all terms and conditions may be subject to change. We reserve the right to cancel or alter any clinics or trips due to weather or insufficient registration. In these cases, full refunds will be issued and we will do our best to reschedule.