Discover Mekapisk
Gros Morne’s 1st Indigenous Tour
Come with us on a journey back in time where we look at Gros Morne through the eyes of her first inhabitants. Join an Indigenous guide in a sea-going zodiac to an isolated cove in Bonne Bay where we’ll explore what attracted successive Indigenous groups to this area. To understand how the First Peoples lived, we’ll look at the land from their perspective, look to the sea with their needs in mind, and hold the raw materials of their tools in our hands.
Enjoy a short walk on a game trail and explore the plants and animals that sustained early human life here. Check out the views from a headland, looking for the marine life that was so important to First Peoples in this area. Try your hand at making fire using stone age tools and cook Lu’skinikin (bannock) over an open fire. Gather around the fire for tales of the triumphs and tragedies of our ancestors.
Please dress for an outdoor experience, be prepared for changing conditions and check the daily forecast!
- Closed toe shoes; hiking boots or sneakers
- Rain jacket or waterproof shell
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Sun block
- Insect repellent – our guides will have some available but if you prefer a certain type then please bring your own.
- 1L of water in a reusable bottle
- In cooler conditions; a toque, gloves and warm layer are recommended
Trip Rating
Easy to moderate. A short walk along the beach with a short steep climb of about 50m elevation gain to a lookout is included but not required. Natural seating around a campfire for around 2 hours. Please note, this is an isolated beach with no facilities available.
Reservations
Minimum 4 people required for this tour. You will be required to confirm your reservation with a deposit. We accept Visa, MasterCard or American Express.
Custom Bookings
Please call 1-800-685-4624 or email info@grosmorneadventures.com for custom tour and group requests. This experience is ideal for small groups of 2-10 participants. Inquire about using our 10 person Big Canoe during this experience as well!
Cancellations
If our tour is cancelled due to weather conditions then 100% of the cost will be refunded to the customer. We try our best to provide this experience rain or shine, there is an option for an indoor setting. More than 72 hours notice by participant – 100% refunded. Less than 72 hours notice by participant- no refunds.
Discover Mekapisk | Indigenous Tour
- $99 youth | 1:00 – 4:00PM | Thursdays
Big Canoe Voyage
Paddle as a team in a 10 person Big Canoe! Our certified guides will teach paddling techniques to practice in unison. Learn about the history of the canoe and your surroundings as you glide through Bonne Bay. This is a 2 hour tour with no experience necessary. Excellent for families and groups such as schools, youth outreach and corporate team retreats!
Custom dates for groups available. Minimum 4 adults per voyage, 10 paddlers including guide. 5 years old seems to be the age at which children have the attention span and interest in their surroundings to enjoy paddling tours. Big canoes are very large and quite stable so younger children may participate, however a youth needs to have an awareness of safety to stay seated for a 1.5 hour marine experience. Please contact us for more information on customizing this tour for all ages.
Custom reservations
Please call 1-800-685-4624 or email info@grosmorneadventures.com for custom tour and group requests. This voyage pairs well with our Discover Mekapisk or Cultural Campfire experiences for a half day adventure!
Cancellations
If our tour is cancelled due to weather conditions then 100% of the cost (if taken) will be refunded to the customer. For group and custom bookings; more than 72 hours notice by participant – 100% refunded. Less than 72 hours notice by participant- no refunds.
Please dress for an outdoor marine experience, be prepared for changing conditions and check the daily forecast! We will be in an open boat, possibly being splashed. Even on warm summer days, with a breeze it can get chilly, especially for young children.
- Sandals or sneakers-may get wet
- Rain jacket or waterproof shell
- Sun hat
- Sunglasses
- Sun block
- In cooler conditions; a toque, gloves and warm layer are recommended
Big Canoe Voyage
- $40 youth
- 9:30am – 11:30am
