Three Coasts Multi-Day Paddle

Summary

For those seeking a more immersive sea kayaking experience, AWE offers the Three Coasts Multi-Day Paddle. This tour is perfect for people of all abilities and no previous sea kayaking experience is required. As this is a somewhat physically demanding experience, a good level of fitness is required.  In response to feedback from previous guests, we've designed this excursion for folks who wish to explore different coastlines in Eastern Newfoundland. The tour is also ideal for adventure clubs, youth camps and private groups. At the heart of the Three Coasts trip are the various communities that we paddle - each with a rich cultural history and friendly faces. Behind those faces are folks who are keen to chat and welcome you to their home. While weather determines which locations we paddle on any given day, we typically head to various launch sites on the Eastern Avalon Peninsula, such as Conception Bay Harbour, Spread Eagle, Aquaforte, Ferryland and, of course, Cape Broyle. Throughout our 3-days together, we will explore Newfoundland’s rugged coastline, visiting waterfalls, sea arches and shipwrecks. This experience also has the potential for many wildlife encounters, and it is not uncommon to see whales, seals, puffins and other marine life.

Important considerations before booking: The Three Coasts experience offers three (3) individual days of sea kayaking, no camping required. It requires participants to provide their own transportation to and from each kayaking location. Our guests typically stay at one of the many amazing B&Bs on the Southern Shore, and use this as their base to explore. This experience is also weather dependent. Even though we have more flexibility with this tour (we can choose locations based on favourable conditions), the weather is still a key factor in whether or not we can paddle. Although we operate rain or shine, we will not operate in high winds. For your safety we diligently monitor the forecast and will notify you no later than 2 hours before your scheduled tour if we must cancel. Please understand we have no control over the weather, and we will make calls to keep you safe. We ask also that you include a rest/bad weather day in your planning. 

Duration: 9 am - 4 pm (3-days)

Location: Day one is typically a tour of our home base, Cape Broyle. Clients will meet at a predetermined launch sites, which are determined by weather and group interest.

Getting Here:

A Wilder Experience is located in the community of Cape Broyle (pop.489), located approximately 60 kilometers South of St. John’s  International Airport. This scenic drive, referred to as The Irish Loop, takes you back in time through a number of small communities, each with its own unique history. Follow Route 10S to Cape Broyle, past the Riverside Restaurant (an excellent place to eat Fish & Chips or Moose Burgers!), past the Ultramar take your next left onto Southside Rd. You will find us ~500 meters down the road on the right-hand side. Park in our driveway.

Difficulty Rating: 

Novice to Intermediate

Guide to Guest Ratio: 

1:6

What's Included:

• Expedition quality tandem or single sea kayaks. Guests must have previous sea kayaking experience to paddle our single boats.
  
• Professional Sea Kayaking Guide
• PFD/lifejacket
• Paddle
• Spray skirt
• Splash top
• Wet suit (when weather dictates)
• Hand pump
• Throw bag
• Whistle
• Dry bags
• Lunch, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages
• Emergency equipment (first aid, satellite communication, rescue apparatus)
  

What’s not included:

Gratuity (recommended)

Guests should bring:

• Reusable water bottle
• Shoes
  that will get wet - i.e. sandals or old running shoes. Bulky shoes such as hiking boots or rubber boots are not recommended
• Sunscreen and sun protection - i.e. hat, and sunglasses
• Weather appropriate clothing - i.e. Synthetic, wool, or athletic wear. Please avoid wearing cotton or jeans, warm and cold weather layers are recommended.

• Youth 16 years of age or older with parent/guardian.
  
• The upper weight limit of our kayaks is 225lb per paddler
• Cock pit is 16.5" x 31.9"
• Guests must complete a basic medical form and a waiver prior to beginning this experience.