Eastern Newfoundland

"Outside the city, life in rural Newfoundland is a little quieter
We invite you to join us for an unforgettable visit."

GUIDED OUTPORT TOURS INVITES YOU TO

Explore villages established during the expansion of the British migratory fishery of the 16th century.

Take a trip with us to Bonavista where John Cabot landed in 1497 and take time to explore this historic fishing community, which has been an economic mainstay of this region for over 500 years. Options on this visit can include a tour of the Ryan Premises National Historic Site; Ye Matthew Legacy; and the Cape Bonavista Lighthouse.

Port Union is the only union built town in North America and home of Sir William Coaker, founder of the fishermen's protective union - come and explore this historic district.

Trinity is home to the annual 'Summer in Bight Theatre Festival' and home to the province's professional theatre company, Rising Tide Theatre. On a guided tour we can arrange a visit to all of Trinity's historic sites including the Lester-Garland Premises; Green Family Forge & the Trinity Museum.

Explore the peninsula's other rural communities located along many of the side routes including Elliston, Random Island; Lethbridge & King's Cove - these are a photographer's dream. It is here that you will experience whale watching at its' best where the great humpback and iceberg cross paths. Be sure to allow yourself time to hike one of many 17th Century Footpaths including the award winning Skerwink Trail located in Trinity East / Port Rexton.

Location

We are located on Route 230, just a short 2-hour drive from the capital city of St. John's to the town of Clarenville. The Discovery Trail is a rich combination of rural fishing outports that have survived years of hardship & struggles. Let us guide you to the places we know best and enlighten you about our history, our culture, our past & our present. We take pride in showing you the place we call home.