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Enjoy a panoramic introduction to Corner Brook by driving through its most picturesque areas and stopping on occasion for photos of the spectacular countryside. You will enjoy one of the best views of the sea and the Bay Islands just off shore from the lookout at the Captain James Cook National Historic Site, which is dedicated to the famed explorer who surveyed coastal Newfoundland in the 1760s. More unforgettable vistas await you on the drive through the surrounding forests and along the rugged shore. You will also be treated to another inspiring view from the Old Man in the Mountain lookout. Depending on the angle of the sunlight and your imagination, you may be able to make out the shape of an old man’s face in the rocky cliff.

A must-see for nature lovers, this tour visits the island’s enthralling insectarium and butterfly house, winner of “Best Indoor Attraction in Newfoundland.” Founded in 1998 on the majestic Humber River, Newfoundland Insectarium was designed with wall-mounted and floor exhibits featuring live and preserved specimens from six zoological zones, including one devoted to the insects of Newfoundland and Labrador. While touring, you may peer inside a glass bee hive with thousands of live honeybees, see live stick insects and explore the butterfly house within the insectarium. The house features hundreds of butterflies from Costa Rica and The Philippines, including magnificent species such as the blue morpho and owl butterfly. During free time at the insectarium, you might browse the themed gift shop and stroll the nature trails that will take you to the shores of the Humber River, where you may see beaver, muskrat, songbirds and waterfowl.

Behold the natural beauty of Humber Valley while riding a chairlift high above the slopes of Marble Mountain and afterwards drop by the lodge to partake in a local ceremony, known as a screech-in. The Lightning Express ski lift – which is used for sightseeing in the summer – will carry you to the summit. Despite its name, the chair lift will run at half speed so you can fully appreciate the natural beauty. The higher you go, the more spectacular the views of the Bay of Islands, Humber Valley and the distant Long Range Mountains. From the top, more than 1,700 feet above sea level, you will enjoy the ultimate panoramic view. You will also descend on the ski lift to the Knotty Pine Lounge, where you can become an “Honorary Newfoundlander” by participating in a traditional Screech-In ceremony. It involves downing a shot of rum – known as “screech” for the reaction it often elicits – repeating a short recitation and kissing a frozen cod on the lips.

Explore the natural wonders within Gros Morne National Park, an unspoiled setting where you will find one of the world’s finest examples of continental drift. On the drive there, you will pause on occasion to photograph the gorgeous landscape of dense forests, soaring mountains and glacial valleys. The terrain is even more dramatic within the national park. It features such an extraordinary example of continental drift, where deep ocean crust and the earth’s rocky mantle lie exposed, that UNESCO has declared Gros Morne a World Heritage site. Soak in the beauty of the seaside as we enjoy a stroll through the community of Norris Point. You will also enjoy a view of Gros Morne Mountain in the distance, a flattop slice of Arctic tundra far south of its usual range. Nearby, you will find the lighthouse at Lobster Cove Head, a literal landmark since 1898 and a top spot for whale watching.

Ride through downtown and outskirts of Corner Brook on an ATV driven by an expert driver. 4 or 6 seater ATV's are designed for adventure that will take you into the wilds, where the scenery will become even more dramatic. Corner Brook is one of the few cities in Canada with specially designated ATV routes, most of them following the coast of Humber Arm so the views will be exceptionally picturesque the entire way. After assessing the conditions and traffic, the driver will choose the most scenic and exhilarating route and provide entertaining commentary about the key landmarks. You may pass the mouth of the Humber River, beautiful sheltered coves and the monument to Captain James Cook, the British explorer that surveyed this area in the 1760s. Once you head off-road, you will ride through parts of Corner Brook that few visitors ever see. As a special treat, you will stop at an ice cream shop.

Learn how British explorer James Cook honed his considerable skills as a captain and navigator in Newfoundland before gaining fame for his discoveries and voyages in the Pacific. You will see a statue celebrating Cook’s accomplishments at the Captain James Cook National Historic Site in Corner Brook, an area he surveyed in such detail in the 1760s that many of his charts were still used in the 20th century. As you drive into the surrounding countryside, you will follow a route through delightful fishing villages inhabited by people of English, French and Aboriginal ancestries. The rugged coastal scenery hasn’t changed much in the centuries since Cook sailed here. It is still pristine, naturally beautiful and teeming with wildlife. For a different perspective of life in Corner Brook, you will stop for tea and Newfoundland specialties with some residents of nearby Lark Harbor.

A wonderful outdoor adventure, this tour features two leisurely walks through the nearby woods, where views include a cascading waterfall, meandering stream and open parkland. The first trail follows the Corner Brook Stream, which flows into the bay. Along the way, look for warbling songbirds, wildflowers blanketing the forest floor and clusters of ripe berries in the bushes. At the end of that trail, you will be shuttled to the Glynmill Inn Trail, much of which also runs parallel to Corner Brook Stream and Glynmill Inn Pond. Mill workers originally constructed the pond as a dam to supply power to the city’s paper industry. It now serves as one of Corner Brook’s most popular recreation areas because of its scenic beauty. Built in 1923, the historic Glynmill Inn overlooks the pond and swans frequently congregate here. Following your second hike, you will stop for a tasty treat made with Newfoundland berries.