Excursion Gros morne national park by motorcoach tour at Corner Brook

Cruise line: Silversea
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Enjoy a full-day outing to one of Newfoundland's finest and most approachable sceneries at the start of the famous Viking Trail. The trip also offers a view of subarctic wildlife and an introduction to a unique culture. Nature lovers will relish the open spaces and ruggedness of the area.

Departing the port, you will journey for about 1.5-2.0  hours, following along the Humber River to start.  During the tour, stops will be made at scenic lookouts and if wildlife such as moose or caribou are spotted.

Gros Morne National Park

The 700-square-mile national park encompasses the southern section of the Long Range Mountains, beginning 21 miles north of Deer Lake and bordering the Gulf of St. Lawrence. UNESCO has recognized the park's unique geology when it designated Gros Morne a World Heritage Site.  Enjoy the exhibits and storyboards at Gros Morne Interpretation Centre.

Long Range Mountains

These spectacular mountains rising abruptly from the lowland dominate the rugged and sparsely populated land. Covered in stunted arctic-alpine plants and wind-dwarfed trees, the area is home to caribou, arctic hare and rock ptarmigan. To the southwest spread the desolate Tablelands, a high plateau that forms one of the world's best examples of rock exposed from the earth's interior. This expanse of mantle was forced to the surface when the ancient continents of North America and Eurafrica collided. During a break from touring, a wholesome lunch will be served at one of the area's rustic restaurants.

Explore the mountains, fjords, and coastal wonders of Gros Morne National Park - a UNESCO World Heritage site. This excursion features beautiful scenery located on the north side of the park and includes four hours of total travel by coach. Our local lunch features distinctive Newfoundland flavours. Our stops include Gros Morne visitor centre where we learn about the geological significance of this park.   The Lobster Cove Lighthouse stop introduces us to the first peoples of North America and the history of the local communities including some famous local shipwrecks. Newfoundland's geological history comes alive during your time spent in the park.   There are lots of chances to enjoy the scenery - including Gros Morne Mountain - and to learn about the history and geology of our planet together with the fishing culture of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Note

Please note: This tour involves a moderateamount of walking, at times over uneven and gravel surfaces and inclines, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the school bus. It is not recommended for guests utilizing wheelchairs or those with limited mobility. Comfortable layered clothing, weather appropriate outerwear and comfortable walking shoes are recommended. Total travel time in coach is four hours. Guests are recommended to bring their own snack or water if they should require, as the lunch can be held anytime between 2-4 hours from the start of the tour, depending on availability.