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This highly sought-after hiking destination offers trails through untouched forests and coastal paths overlooking turquoise waters. You have the opportunity to see a range of wildlife, including puffins, moose and whales.

  • Explore the finest day hikes on The East Coast Trail
  • Set foot on the most easterly point of North America
  • Enjoy the coastal vistas of the Avalon Peninsula
  • Enjoy friendly Canadian hospitality

Picturesque hiking trails take you on the renowned Quidi Vidi Loop on to Port Kirwan and finally to Bay Bulls, one of the oldest communities in North America that show how far off the beaten track it’s possible to get when exploring such remote areas of north-east Canada.

You enjoy daily hikes covering between 10 kilometres to 20 kilometres, following dramatic coastal footpath through enchanting forests and captivating coastal viewpoints, making the most of the welcoming local hospitality along the way.

Typical Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Arrive at St John’s International Airport

    Begin your stay in the town of St Johns.

  2. Day 2: Flatrock to Pouch Cove

    Today’s walk leads you along the traditional cow path, with views of Shoe Cove Island past numerous lookout points and stunning waterfalls.

  3. Day 3: Cape St Francis Loop

    This section of the coastal trail highlights it’s rugged nature, with steep hills and spectacular ocean vistas via Champs Lookout to Cape St Francis Lighthouse.

  4. Day 4: Petty Harbour to Cape Spear

    Today your hike will cover a variety of terrains including river crossings interspersed with spectacular views of the North Atlantic as you close in on Cape Spear Lighthouse.

  5. Day 5: Witless Bay to Beauline East

    Today you will enjoy the best views of the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve which is a sanctuary for puffins and migrating seabirds, and a feeding ground for humpback whales.

  6. Day 6: Walk from Cappahayden to Renews

    Today’s walk takes you past a dramatic lookout point overlooking an impressive cinder block of rock known as The Forge, from there you will also be able to enjoy views of Renews harbour's well known as a cormorant colony.

  7. Day 7: Walk The Spurwink Island Path

    Today’s walk takes in one of the highlights of the East Coast Trail. The huge sea arch at Berry Head located on the Spurwink Island Path is a coastal feature like no other and never fails to disappoint. You follow the island path as it winds its way south to Aquaforte.

  8. Day 8: Logy Bay to St John’s

    After a short transfer, the walk to Sugarloaf Head provides spectacular 360 degree views of St John's and Quidi Vidi from the Bawdens Highlands. The final climb up Signal Hill is the final sting in the tail.

  9. Day 9: Depart from St John’s

Price and Other Information

  • Duration and price excluding international flights: 9 days from £2,299 per person
  • Duration and price including flights from/to UK: 9 days from £2,989 per person
  • Single room supplement: From £560
  • Walking grade: Moderate
  • Guiding: Self-Guided
  • Max alt: Low
  • Min people: 2
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  • Route map:
    Route map for East Coast Trail
  • What’s included
    • Local B&B x 6 nights, Hotels x 2 nights
    • 8 breakfasts , 7 lunches 6 dinners

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Dates & Prices

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Self-Guided Dates and Prices
Year Daily Departures Price From (Exc. Flights) Options
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2026 From 1 Jun to 12 Oct £2,299 Book or Enquire

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