Boating & Sailing - Tourism Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia has 13,300 km (8,264 mi) of pristine and accessible coastline. The character of the landscape changes dramatically from end to end. Each unique region presents its own magic, its own experiences, its own allure. Explore our stunning coast by boat, either your own, or aboard one of the many sailing tours available across Nova Scotia.

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E & F Webber Lakeside Park

From May 8 to October 8

Eastern Shore, Upper Lakeville

Read More The Google rating is 4.5
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Discover The Strait Boat Tours

From May 1 to September 30

Northumberland Shore, Caribou

Read More The Google rating is 5
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Atlantic Shark Expeditions

From July 1 to October 30

Halifax Metro, Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Halifax

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Capt. Cox’s Whale and Bird Watch

From June 15 to October 15

Cape Breton Island, Bay St. Lawrence

Read More The Google rating is 4.8
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Bridgewater Boat Tours

From May 23 to October 18

South Shore, Bridgewater

Read More The Google rating is 5
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Bluenose II

From June 1 to September 30

South Shore, Lunenburg

Read More The Google rating is 4.7
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Tusket Island Tours

Open year-round

Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Wedgeport

Read More The Google rating is 4.9
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Murphy’s Scenic Boat Tours

From May 15 to October 15

Eastern Shore, Murphy Cove

Read More The Google rating is 2
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Lake O’Law Provincial Park

From May 17 to October 14

Cape Breton Island, North East Margaree

Read More The Google rating is 4.9
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Oak Island Marina & Outdoor Adventure Centre

From May 15 to October 15

South Shore, Western Shore

Read More The Google rating is 4.3
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St. Mary’s Boat Club

From June 5 to September 26

Halifax Metro, Halifax

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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Bras d’Or Yacht Club

Open year-round

Cape Breton Island, Baddeck

Read More The Google rating is 4.2

Featured Boat Tour & Boat Charter Experiences

Sailing with J. Farwell Sailing Co.

Sail on a yacht or catamaran in Halifax Harbour, the Northwest Arm and beyond while having the opportunity to be part of the hands-on sailing experience
Choose from morning family, afternoon adventure, Tidal Bay wine, sunset wine & cheese and moonlight tours
Choose between daily scheduled tours or private group tours!

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Bluenose II

Nova Scotia’s sailing ambassador, 43.5-m (143-ft) Bluenose II schooner
Two-hour sails at 9:30am and 1:30pm, daily, when in her home port of Lunenburg
A faithful replica of her famous mother, the original Bluenose schooner, launched in 1921

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Tour the Bird Islands

See Atlantic Puffins in their summer nesting area on rock islands off Cape Breton Island
Keep your camera close as you’ll also see other seabirds, seals and American Bald Eagles
Visit the Bird Islands aboard Bird Island Boat Tour or Donelda’s Bird Island Puffin Tours

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Sailing CBI

Step onboard the CapeBretoner1, a 42-ft luxury catamaran
Sail upon Canada’s largest inland saltwater sea, the Bras d’Or Lake, with 1,000 km (600 mi) of shoreline
Offers day and multi-day unique customized sailing experiences

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Tall Ship Silva

Depart from the heart of downtown Halifax and set sail on the bustling and scenic harbour
Enjoy Tall Ship Sailing, Cocktail, Wines on the Water, Craft Beer and Nightlife cruises and more!
Catch the sunset as you see some of Halifax’s most notable landmarks and attractions from the water

Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruises