There are a variety of experiences available to tour operators in designing shore excursions to satisfy the needs of cruise lines and their passengers when they visit the port of Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador. To ensure shore excursions are able to include the most popular attractions, cruise lines should plan to spend a full day in the Port of Corner Brook. Visitors will be awed by the landscape and delighted by the warm, friendly people who live in this area.
Explore the Corner Brook Stream Trail
The Corner Brook Stream Walking Trail follows the meandering Corner Brook Stream through the centre of the city. The groomed trail system is well suited to walkers of all ages, and includes gravel, stairs and footbridges, with benches and signage throughout. Highlights include the Glynmill Inn Pond and on the more rugged upstream section a viewing platform of the gorge area which offers a spectacular view of the upper Corner Brook Stream. The upper and lower sections of the trail system converge at Margaret Bowater Park. In the fall, the park is ablaze with the glorious fall colours that sweep through the area. www.cbstream.com
Helicopter Tour
View Western Newfoundland's natural beauty from the air as you fly over the rugged fjords and wooded hill sides from Corner Brook to Gros Morne National Park. You can see the remarkable Tablelands where several hundred million years ago continental plates collided and thrust upward to form the mountains.
Fly through the spectacular land locked fjords and keep your eyes open for herds of caribou, as well as moose and black bears.
Play Golf
For passengers looking to golf, there is a challenging golf course located just minutes from the port. The Blomidon Golf Course overlooks Corner Brook offering one of the best vantage points from which to see the Blomidon Mountains and the beautiful Bay of Islands. www.blomidongolf.com
Crystal Waters Boat Tour
Departing from the Bay of Islands Yacht Club you
can cruise the waters of the inner Bay of Islands to Woods Island and its protected harbour or visit many other scenic destinations in the Bay of Islands. Private charters and daily planned excursions are available. Early evening cruises with local live music capture the essence of a true Newfoundland experience ! All Crystal Waters vessels are certified by the Canadian Coast Guard and Transport Canada. www.crystalwatersboattours.com
Marble Zip Tours
Experience the thrill of the first zip line in Newfoundland & Labrador! Strap yourself in, take a deep breath and hold on tight for an unmatched view of the stunning Humber Valley. Zippers can reach speeds of up to 80 km across six zip lines which reach heights of up to 300 feet. As you zig-zag between ten platforms, catch a breathtaking look at the 200 feet long Steady Brook Falls raging below. www.marbleziptours.com
True North Charters & Tours
Cruise into a remote wilderness fiord in
the outer Bay of Islands aboard the Pilgrim.
Enjoy majestic mountainous scenery while
watching for minke and humpback whales,
bald eagles and osprey. Listen to live
musical interpretation of Newfoundland as
well as narrative interpretation of the resettled
villages and Dorset Paleoeskimo site you'll
see along the way. The Pilgrim and Captain
are certified by Transport Canada. www.truenorthtours.ca
Explore the Humber River
The Humber River is the largest river in Western Newfoundland and is known for its salmon fishing and boating. The river is at its most scenic as it flows to the sea through the spectacular Humber Canyon near Corner Brook. You can choose the adventure of a kayak or the comforts of a raft to experience the thrill of the river and the rapids at Shellbird Island. Local guides will customize packages to suit the abilities of the passengers.
Explore Sights and Sounds of Corner Brook
Wander the city streets of Corner Brook. Explore the museum, its gift and craft stores or have a meal in one of its fine restaurants. The main downtown areas of West Street, Main Street and Broadway are within walking distance of the dock. Bicycle rentals are available at dockside for passengers wishing to explore the city's untouched natural beauty on wheels.
Experiential Learning Excursions
With fascinating geology, astounding scenery and an abundance of birds and wildlife, Western Newfoundland is the ideal place for a learning excursion. From wandering around inside a live butterfly colony at the Newfoundland Insectarium or seeing bald eagles through the lens of your camera or binoculars, shore excursion operators can draw on the expertise of two colleges located in Corner Brook to put together a fascinating shore excursion complete with lecturers to delight your passengers' thirst for knowledge.
