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.
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 the North American and North African continental plates collided resulting in the floor of the ancient Iapetus Ocean being thrust upward to form the mountains. Fly through the spectacular land locked fjord of Western Brook Pond and keep your eyes open for herds of caribou, as well as moose and black bears as you travel over Gros Morne Mountain. Also view the stone faced cliffs, unique valleys and cirques visible along Captain Cook's Trail and the Bay of Islands.
Play Golf
For passengers looking to golf, this area has several great golf courses. The Blomidon Golf Course overlooks Corner Brook and the Bay of Islands while the River Course at the new Humber Valley Resort is nestled between mountain and river. This course, located a short 15 minute drive from Corner Brook, has received rave reviews and the 'Homes Overseas Best Golf Development Gold Award' in 2005. This course is destined to be one of the top courses in Canada with its breathtaking views of the Humber Valley.
Crystal Waters Boat Tour
Cruise the waters of the inner Bay of Islands from the Bay of Islands Yacht Club to Woods Island and its protected harbour or visit many other scenic destinations in the Bay of Islands. All Crystal Waters vessels are certified by the Canadian Coast Guard.
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.
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.
