Coast & wildlife
Bay of Islands Explorer
Cruise from Cox’s Cove into a wilderness fjord, with mountain scenery, local stories and the chance to see coastal wildlife.
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Cox’s Cove · Newfoundland
Newfoundland,your way.
Wild coastlines. Local stories. Days on the water.
Discover the Bay of Islands with the people who call it home.
The essence of who we are
A local welcome.
A day that’s yours.
True North Charters & Tours creates customised Newfoundland experiences for individuals, small groups and visiting coach parties. From transportation to a day—or part of a day—exploring the area, the programme is shaped around you. Discover the landscape, stories and people of this coast, and get in touch to arrange your own Newfoundland fun immersion.
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Choose your kind of day.
From a quiet sunset to a day fishing, start with an idea and plan the details with the crew.
An evening on the water
Chase the Sun Down
Share a weekend sunset cruise, with island views, conversation and a different perspective on the Bay of Islands.
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A Newfoundland tradition
Ocean Fishing
Head out from the public dock for a fishing experience, with equipment supplied and departure arranged with the crew.
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Local knowledge
Trout Fishing
Discover the area’s sea-trout fishing with local guidance and equipment. Contact the crew to plan the day.
Book this experienceFind your True North
A small cove.
A whole coast to discover.
Cox’s Cove sits on Newfoundland’s west coast, in the Bay of Islands. Follow Route 440 from Corner Brook to the end of the road.
EXPLORE THE BAY OF ISLANDS
Your adventure
starts in Cox’s Cove.
Newfoundland’s west coast, seen from the water.
Select a location to explore. Use + and − to zoom.
40 kmfrom Corner Brook
100 kmfrom Deer Lake
130 kmfrom Gros Morne
Cruise ship guests
Your time ashore,
made personal.
Arriving through the Port of Corner Brook? Let us help you discover a different side of Newfoundland.
We can arrange transport to Cox’s Cove and a visit shaped around your group—coastal scenery, local stories, food and life in a fishing community. Tell the crew your ship’s schedule and what you’d love to experience.
Book a shore experiencePhoto gallery
A little of what awaits.
Real moments. A remarkable coastline.
Guest comments
Good days. Lasting memories.
From the original True North guestbook · 2011–2012. Portraits are illustrative placeholders.
A personal touch
Amazing experience; wonderful hosts who add a personal touch!
Bob & Bonnie Breens
August 2012
Out on the water
A superlative nautical experience
Fredrick B & Elisa Fudge
July 2011
Good company
Great trip and great company!
Terry French
July 2011
Songs and stories
An afternoon spent enjoying the songs, stories and warm company of the hosts.
Guestbook summary
Denise, Chris, Hunter & Brooke
September 2012
History, music and laughter
The local history, music and laughter made their visit to this beautiful place memorable.
Guestbook summary
Ryin & Laura Caruth
August 2012
A day on the bay
A fishing trip remembered for plentiful cod and welcoming company.
Guestbook summary
Norma & Glen Jones
August 2011
Plan your visit
Start with a hello.
Tell Joan and the team when you’re visiting, how many people are coming and what you’d love to experience. They’ll help arrange your charter or tour.
P.O. Box 147, Cox’s Cove, NL A0L 1C0, Canada