Newfoundland Circumnavigation

A journey around the rock

There’s a saying in Newfoundland: “You may leave, but you’ll never be the same.” 
To travel around this island is to take a deep dive into its stories—told in salt air and tin whistle tunes, sea cliffs and kitchen tables. Each harbour reveals another chapter of resilience, humour, and deep connection to place. 

Join local Newfoundlanders from our expedition team as they share the tales, tunes, and traditions of their home. At every stop, you’ll be greeted with the unmistakable warmth, whether in a fishing stage, a community hall, or on the windswept coast. Along the way, receive a heartfelt Mi’kmaw welcome in Miawpukek First Nation and learn how Indigenous traditions continue to shape this land and sea. 

Gros Morne National Park: where the Earth turns inside out

In Gros Morne, the world as you know it folds back on itself. Here, the planet’s mantle meets the crust, revealing the striking ochre plateau that is the Tablelands—a geological wonder recognized by UNESCO. 

Walk among these raw, ancient stones with our naturalists and learn how life manages to find a foothold in a place where almost nothing grows. The Tablelands are more than scenery; they’re a glimpse into Earth’s deep time.

A little bit of France, just offshore

Off Newfoundland’s southern coast, the tricolour flag flutters in the sea breeze. In Saint-Pierre, the scent of espresso and fresh baguette mingles with salt air, and the rhythm of island life carries a distinctly French cadence. Wander cobblestone streets lined with cafés and boutiques, sample fine pastries, and feel the charm of this enduring outpost of Europe—France’s last foothold in North America, set against the rugged beauty of the North Atlantic.

L’Anse aux Meadows: where the Vikings landed

Step back a thousand years at L’Anse aux Meadows, the only confirmed Norse site on the continent. Here, archaeological discoveries meet living history. Explore reconstructed sod houses, meet interpreters in period dress, and hear stories of the seafarers who crossed an ocean long before Columbus set sail. Join a dialogue about the earliest known chapter of transatlantic exploration. 

A Taste of Place: Newfoundland’s living table

Every meal tells a story—of land, sea, and the people who care for both. Adventure Canada’s Taste of Place program brings Newfoundland’s food culture to life through locally inspired dishes and on-board storytelling. 

Meet the fishers, foragers, and cooks who keep these traditions alive, and savour the flavours that define this island: freshly-caught cod, bakeapple tarts, moose stew, and more. Each bite supports local, sustainable, and regenerative food systems that honour both people and place. 

A circle of stories

To sail the circumference of Newfoundland is to trace a line through deep time and deep culture. From the raw geology of Gros Morne to the living traditions of its people, this is a journey that transforms perspective and stays with you long after the ship’s wake fades into the North Atlantic.