Hiking the Avalon Wilderness

 In the Footsteps of D’Iberville

4-days, 3 nights in the Avalon Wilderness Reserve

The 45-km Avalon Wilderness Reserve D’Iberville route is a four-day guided adventure, where clients have an opportunity to explore the rugged Newfoundland backcountry just an hour south of St. John’s. The 4-day, 3-night adventure loosely follows the route taken by Pierre Le Moyne d’Iberville on his raid of the Southern Shore in 1696. The route is unmarked and there is no trail to guide you through the wilderness. Your guide will rely on traditional route-finding methods to cross the wilderness – primarily map/compass and GPS. In the Reserve you will experience a variety of terrain – from wetlands to boreal forest to barrens. The route provides excellent opportunities to view wildlife in its native habitats, as it passes almost entirely through the designated protected area. Proficient anglers may have the opportunity to dine on their catch, perhaps in the presence of woodland caribou. Fishing is subject to provincial regulations, which is strictly adhered to by your guide.

About the Avalon Wilderness Reserve:

The AWR consists of 1,070 square kilometers of barrens and forests. It protects the Avalon Woodland Caribou herd, the most southerly caribou herd in Canada. The survival of this heard is a North American conservation success story. A rolling plateau, the area is dotted with boulders that were left behind by melting glaciers more than 10,000 years ago. The climate is “marine”, which means that winters are typically mild, and summers are cool. Strong winds, high humidity and rainfall are typical and there is often heavy fog.

 Restrictions:

- Fishing subject to Federal and Provincial regulations. Seasonal: Summer May – September.

Your guide will advise on appropriate rules/regulations

- Non-Newfoundland residents require a permit to fish inland waters

What AWE provides:

- Food (B x 3, L x 4, D x 3) and beverages (non-alcoholic). Alcoholic beverages are not permitted to be possessed or consumed while on this expedition.

- Group safety gear (Iridium satellite phone, InReach, first aid, base camp support)

- Group camping gear (tents, stoves, fuel)

- Return shuttle (starting point/end point)

- End of trip dinner celebration

- AWR entry permit

 What’s not included:

Personal camping equipment: Individual sleeping bag, sleeping pad, headlamp, personal clothing and toiletries. Anything else personally required. Please note that non-Canadian guests must show proof of evacuation insurance 14-days prior to scheduled departure.

Clients may rent sleeping bags, Therm-a-rests or other gear for a fee

 Fee per person (based on minimum of two clients): $995 + HST. Private solo rates available on request and subject to availability.