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Icebergs
Magnificent icebergs can be seen along the Viking Trail typically May to July but often you can see them before and after these months.The area from the northern tip of Labrador to the southern Grand Banks of Newfoundland is referred to as Iceberg Alley. The ice giants come in all shapes and sizes and are considered a major attraction for our area.
Did you know that approximately seven-eighths (7/8) of an iceberg's mass is below water? Read more interesting facts and information about icebergs below.
Whales
Our region has the longest whale watching season in North America. This is due to the immense capelin feeding grounds, which surround our area. Capelin is also the key food of the Atlantic Cod and many other fish.Don't miss the spectacular array of whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals and other ocean mammals. Take a boat tour - or view whales from one of our many regional hiking trails, which follow along the ocean.
The most opportune time to view whales in this region is from May to September.
Wildlife
During your travels on the Viking Trail, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife - so make sure to have your camera handy.On any day, you might see moose, caribou, fox, ducks, geese, eagles and other migratory birds (just to name a few). You can also expect to experience some of the best Atlantic salmon and brook trout fishing in the province.
Our region contains some of the most unique wildlife in the world. Discover what the Viking Trail region offers those who explore this area.
Culture
The Viking Trail is rich in culture and heritage. Whatever area you decide to visit on your journey - you will definitely experience this first hand.Northern Newfoundland has a great deal of unique culture for tourists to experience. Learn about Newfoundland traditions, music, dialect & food. Enjoy a traditional Sunday 'Jiggs Dinner'. For dessert, sample specialties made with Partridge Berries, Bakeapples, Crowberries, or Squashberries.
By all means, get yourself 'screeched-in'. This is a fun-filled ceremony, where 'come-from-aways' are inducted as official Newfoundlanders - usually in front of a large, cheering crowd of local residents. Warning - this ceremony involves Screech Rum & kissing a codfish on the lips.
Come and see why Newfoundland is known as the Seafood Capital of the Atlantic. Visitors quickly become addicted to our incredible Pan-Fried Cod. Try our local shrimp & scallops. There is also a variety of fresh lake fish served at many Newfoundland restaurants. If you are adventurous, sample a dish of 'Cod Tongues' (a Newfoundland delicacy). Try 'Fish & Brewis', made with fresh cod, bread-stuffing (Brewis) and pork 'scrunchions'. Atlantic Salmon is also served fresh throughout the region.
Our people live in small rural communities and many still make their livelihoods from the fishery. But our tourism industry is becoming more important to our communities than ever before. We truly have a unique culture, we have unique people and we have a unique tourism product to offer our visitors.
Come visit us - and experience it for yourself.
