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West Coast Wildlife Explorer

Wildlife & Nature Adventure + 1 more + 2 more

Spot grizzly bears, orcas, and explore Canada's rugged west coast.

12 days

from £6,490 pp

including flights

Journey to the Polar Bears

Wildlife & Nature Off-the-beaten-track + 1 more + 2 more

Polar bears, sledge dogs & tundra rides through Canada’s north.

7 days

from £7,195 pp

including flights

Mountains, Wine & Wildlife

Wildlife & Nature Foodie + 1 more + 2 more

Bears, wines & turquoise lakes in Canada’s great outdoors.

14 days

from £3,990 pp

including flights

Western Canada Highlights

Classic Wildlife & Nature + 2 more + 3 more

Waterfalls, glaciers and outdoor adventures from Vancouver to Banff.

12 days

from £4,595 pp

including flights

Newfoundland and Labrador Grand Tour

Walking Off-the-beaten-track + 1 more + 2 more

Drive Newfoundland’s wild coastline from St. John’s to Quirpon.

20 days

from £3,995 pp

including flights

Rocky Mountain Express

Classic Luxury + 2 more + 3 more

Canada’s mountains, glaciers & iconic railways.

8 days

from £4,990 pp

including flights

Quirky excursions

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Whale Watching from Trinity

Head out in to the waters around the Bonavista Peninsula to look for the magnificent whales that migrate through the area. Fin, humpback, sperm, minke, and pilot whale are often seen and the focus of the trip is to give you time to observe them playing and feeding, whilst, at the same time, contributing to a wider scientific study. Run by a small, family-owned operator, these excursions gives the experienced guides the opportunity to photograph and document the whales and work closely with other environmental organisations to monitor their movements and health. You may also see various species of dolphins and porpoises, eagles and offshore sea birds, including puffins and northern gannets. This is a fantastic way to experience and learn about the wildlife here.

Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours

Iceberg Quest Ocean Tours is a classic Newfoundland boat trip, blending big coastal scenery with the excitement of searching for icebergs and whales in the waters around Twillingate. Out on the Atlantic, you’ll get a front-row view of the natural drama that plays out here each year, with the chance to see ancient ice on the move and wildlife feeding close to shore. The best time for icebergs is typically late spring into early summer, when bergs drifting down from Greenland are most commonly seen off the coast. Whale sightings build through the summer months, with humpbacks often feeding in these rich waters, and seabirds adding even more energy to the scene throughout the season. In early summer you can sometimes get the magic combination of both icebergs and whales on the same trip, while later in summer the focus often shifts more towards whales and coastal wildlife. The experience is narrated throughout, with a strong local flavour that makes it feel like more than just a sightseeing cruise. Expect stories, humour, and plenty of Newfoundland character, often accompanied by traditional music as you travel. For those who want to lean fully into the culture, there’s even the option to do a “screech-in” at sea (additional cost), a playful local tradition that adds an extra layer to the experience. As with any nature-based experience, wildlife and iceberg sightings can’t be guaranteed, and shoulder-season trips are more weather dependent, but Twillingate is one of Newfoundland’s most iconic places to head out on the water in search of both.

Discover Mekapisk: Indigenous Zodiac and Beach Campfire Tour

Discover Mekapisk is a brilliant way to experience Bonne Bay from a completely different perspective, combining a punchy Zodiac ride with a genuinely meaningful cultural experience on a secluded stretch of coastline. It’s part adventure, part storytelling, and part hands-on exploration, designed to deepen your understanding of how Indigenous peoples lived in harmony with Newfoundland’s land and sea. Travelling with a local guide, you’ll journey to an isolated cove and begin to see the landscape through the needs and choices of the First Peoples who were drawn to this area over generations. You’ll explore the natural features that made this shoreline such a rich place to live, and you’ll get a tactile sense of the past by handling the raw materials used in traditional tools, bringing the history into the present in a simple, powerful way. At the heart of the experience is time spent on the beach around a campfire, where traditional foods such as bannock and smoked capelin are shared while an Indigenous guide brings the setting to life with cultural stories and local knowledge. With no facilities on the beach, it feels wonderfully remote and immersive, the kind of experience that stays with you long after you’ve left the shore. As with any coastal outing, conditions can shape the day, and in the event of strong wind or heavy rain the experience can be adapted to a more sheltered setting. It’s best suited to adults and older children, and it’s a standout option if you’re looking for something that feels both authentic and memorable, rather than just another boat trip.