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Climb 300-foot cliffs overlooking waters where 12 species of whales come to mate, play and feast on plankton each year. Later, walk on the ocean floor when the tide has dropped the height of a four-storey building.

With the scent of the salty ocean air still fresh in your memory, remember that lobster, scallops, mussels, smoked salmon and the abundance of farm-fresh produce from this region complement the offerings of the area’s award-winning wineries.

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Top Experiences in the Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley

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Highest Tides in the World

Whether you are planning to walk on the ocean floor at Burntcoat Head Park, go tidal bore rafting or want to watch the tidal bore roll in from the Fundy Discovery Site near Truro, knowing the tide times is important wherever you are along the Bay of Fundy.

Visit tides.gc.ca and select your preferred location and date of your visit to help you plan your adventure.

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Bay of Fundy Beach Trail Ride

Fossils on Horseback Overnight Getaway

  • Discover Wasson Bluff, the site where 300-million-year-old fossils have been discovered, with an expert from Fundy Geological Museum
  • View crabs, clams and shorebirds in this protected fossil site where geologists and palaeontologists may be actively digging
  • Take a break under fossil cliffs while your horses rest and you enjoy the spectacular views over the Minas Basin
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Fundy Tides & Fireside Adventure

Fundy Tides & Fireside Adventure

  • Private wine and seafood tasting on an exposed sandbar
  • Tidal bore rafting adventure – an “only in Nova Scotia” activity
  • Authentic lobster dinner, featuring Nova Scotia wine and rum with live music around a bonfire at the Shubenacadie Tidal Bore Rafting Resort
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Bay of Fundy boat tour on a sunny day with Local Guy Adventures in Nova Scotia

Best of Bay of Fundy Boat Tour

  • Experience incredible landscapes on both sides of Nova Scotia’s Bay of Fundy on the Best of Bay of Fundy boat tour with Local Guy Adventures
  • Depart from Spencer’s Island and take a trip across the Bay of Fundy to the small fishing village of Halls Harbour
  • Feel the rush of the tides as you tour past the 300-foot cliffs at Cape Split
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Participants enjoying a picnic lunch within the gardens at Tangled Garden in Grand Pre, Nova Scotia

Plein-Air Picnics at Tangled Garden

  • Wander on a self-guided tour of award-winning Tangled Garden
  • Choose between two gourmet picnic lunches – The Gardener’s Wildflower Basket OR The Gardener’s Wildflower Basket – which contain artfully-crafted treats from the Tangled Garden kitchen
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Frequently Asked Questions

Summer and early fall are the best times to go whale watching in Nova Scotia. To find a tour operator, visit our Whale Watching page.  Nova Scotia has up to 12 species of whales that visit our waters every year!

A tidal bore is a tidal phenomenon in which the leading edge of the incoming tide forms a standing wave of water that travels upstream, against the current of a river or narrow bay. One of the places where this spectacle occurs is at the head of the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia.  At high tide, the extraordinary volume of water in the bay floods into the Shubenacadie River and, as the riverbanks narrow, the compressing waters rise in a spectacular surge and a visible standing wave, sometimes 1 metre (3 feet) in height! As the turbulent, churning water races upstream at speeds close to 15 km per hour (10 mph) it generates rapids in its wake that are between 3 and 3.5 meters (10-12 ft) high.  Tidal Bore Rafting operators will be your tour guide on this exciting ride in Zodiac boats. Each operator can provide you with a schedule of the dates in which they can offer easy to extreme trips based on the moon and how it will affect the tide.

Yes, Nova Scotia has a long and rich tradition of growing grapes for wine that dates back to the 1600s, when this was one of the first areas to cultivate grapes in North America. The climate and soil conditions in Nova Scotia favour unique and distinctive grape varietals like L’Acadie, Lucie Kuhlmann, Baco Noir and Seyval Blanc, amongst others.  Nova Scotia is home to 19 wineries. Be sure to sample Nova Scotia’s first appellation wine called Tidal Bay.

The highest tides in the world can be found at Burntcoat Head Park on the Noel Shore of Nova Scotia.  At low tide you can walk the ocean floor, enjoy the towering red cliffs and explore tidal pools. Pay attention to the tide schedule and leave enough time to head up from the ocean floor before the tide rises too high. You will be amazed at the height of the water when the tide comes in!

Featured Packages in Bay of Fundy and Annapolis Valley

Sunday Ham Dinner Food & Drink • Romance

Sunday Ham Dinner

$30 – $40/ Per Person

Elevate your Sunday dinner with a gourmet take on a classic NS ham dinner paired with a signature wine tasting flight at Lightfoot & Wolfville.

  • Location An icon to show the location Lower Wolfville
  • Date An icon to show the date November 10, 2024 – March 1, 2025
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Fondue & Fireplace: Cottage Getaway Food & Drink • Relaxation • Romance

Fondue & Fireplace: Cottage Getaway

$415

Enjoy a cottage getaway-from-it-all this fall! Digby Pines is offering a cozy cottage with a woodburning fireplace, complete with delicious warm Chees

  • Location An icon to show the location Digby
  • Date An icon to show the date October 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025
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Family Fun Cottage “Sleepover” Family • Food & Drink • Relaxation

Family Fun Cottage “Sleepover”

$375

Cottages ensure family fun in the colder months too! Two bedrooms, two TVs with Roku channels, treats and entertainment for all are included in …

  • Location An icon to show the location Digby
  • Date An icon to show the date October 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025
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Good Food Adventures Food & Drink • Outdoor Adventure

Good Food Adventures

$35 – $79/ Per Person

Discover what local food really means on this immersive agricultural adventure!

  • Location An icon to show the location Wolfville
  • Date An icon to show the date June 1, 2025 – October 31, 2025
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Winter Vineyard Adventure | Riverside Fire + Wine Tasting Food & Drink • Outdoor Adventure • Romance

Winter Vineyard Adventure | Riverside Fire + Wine Tasting

$38/ Per Person

Enjoy a riverside tasting of a rare wine and house-made snack, around the fire. Get hands-on with a unique, seasonal experience guided by your host!

  • Location An icon to show the location Gaspereau
  • Date An icon to show the date November 15, 2024 – February 28, 2025
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Chef Penner Supper Club Food & Drink • Romance

Chef Penner Supper Club

$ 149 – $ / Starting At

Savour a seasonal 6-course tasting menu with local and international wine pairings at Tattingstone Inn. Plan a gourmet getaway with 10% off your stay!

  • Location An icon to show the location Wolfville
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
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Taste of Place Food & Drink • Romance

Taste of Place

$35/ Per Person

Enjoy 3 signature wines paired with seasonal small plates crafted by Chef Chris Pyne & team featuring ingredients from the on-site farm & Valley area.

  • Location An icon to show the location Wolfville
  • Date An icon to show the date September 23, 2024 – March 1, 2025
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Cliffs of Fundy Tour & Camp | Cape d’Or & Advocate Harbour by Zodiac History & Heritage • Outdoor Adventure

Cliffs of Fundy Tour & Camp | Cape d’Or & Advocate Harbour by Zodiac

$360/ Per Person

Tour Cliffs of Fundy Geopark significant Geosites on a thrilling 2-hour, guided tour by Zodiac. Then, camp on the beach in a cozy wooden tent!

  • Location An icon to show the location Spencer’s Island
  • Date An icon to show the date May 1, 2025 – November 1, 2025
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Cliffs of Fundy Cape d’Or & Advocate Harbour Tour by Zodiac History & Heritage • Outdoor Adventure

Cliffs of Fundy Cape d’Or & Advocate Harbour Tour by Zodiac

$150/ Per Person

Experience the Bay of Fundy like never before on a two-hour guided tour by Zodiac, in the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark!

  • Location An icon to show the location Spencer’s Island
  • Date An icon to show the date May 1, 2025 – October 31, 2025
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Wine, Dine & Nordic Spa Food & Drink • Relaxation • Romance

Wine, Dine & Nordic Spa

$1075/ Per Couple

Enjoy the ultimate NS wine getaway for 2 with on-site accommodations, expert-led tasting, gourmet dinner and guided experience at Saltair Nordic Spa.

  • Location An icon to show the location Grand Pré
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
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Thomas Cove Snowshoe Tour Family • History & Heritage • Outdoor Adventure

Thomas Cove Snowshoe Tour

$40 – $180/ Per Person

Explore the winter wonderland of Thomas Cove Coastal Reserve Trails, in the heart of the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark

  • Location An icon to show the location Economy
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
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Seek Adventure: Bike & Stay Outdoor Adventure • Relaxation • Romance

Seek Adventure: Bike & Stay

$460/ Starting At

Explore Truro’s Victoria Park year-round by bike, e-bike, or fat bike with a 2-night stay in a yurt or cabin, local snacks, and bike rentals included.

  • Location An icon to show the location Truro
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
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Seek: Snowshoe & Stay Outdoor Adventure • Relaxation • Romance

Seek: Snowshoe & Stay

$210/ Starting At

Enjoy 2 nights in a cozy cabin or yurt with snowshoe rentals and local snacks for two, perfect for exploring Truro’s Victoria Park!

  • Location An icon to show the location Truro
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025
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Valley Vintages Winter Tour Food & Drink • Romance

Valley Vintages Winter Tour

$155/ Per Person

Embark on a magical winter escape with the Valley Vintages Winter Tour and journey through the picturesque Annapolis V…

  • Location An icon to show the location Halifax
  • Date An icon to show the date January 18, 2025 – February 22, 2025
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Soley Cove Ocean Floor Tour: The Aeolian Sandstone Landscape History & Heritage • Outdoor Adventure

Soley Cove Ocean Floor Tour: The Aeolian Sandstone Landscape

$40 – $180/ Per Person

Discover coastal waterfalls, flowerpot rock formations and sea caves as you explore the beautiful red sand beach and towering sandstone cliffs…

  • Location An icon to show the location Economy
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
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Clarke Head Arch Ocean Floor Tour Family • History & Heritage • Outdoor Adventure

Clarke Head Arch Ocean Floor Tour

$40 – $180/ Per Person

Take a guided coastal hiking tour at low tide to Clarke Head Arch in the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark

  • Location An icon to show the location Parrsboro
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
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Evangeline, Expulsions, Enchantment, & Elixirs History & Heritage • Outdoor Adventure

Evangeline, Expulsions, Enchantment, & Elixirs

$170/ Per Person

Evangeline, Expulsions, Enchantment, & Elixirs

  • Location An icon to show the location Grand Pré
  • Date An icon to show the date June 8, 2025 – September 22, 2025
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Annapolis Valley Forest Bathing Outdoor Adventure • Relaxation

Annapolis Valley Forest Bathing

$100 – $140/ Per Person

Journey into the wild spaces of the Annapolis Valley during a 4-hour invitation of self-discovery and intimate relationship with nature. Connect…

  • Location An icon to show the location Garland’s Crossing
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
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Nature Immersion in the Acadian Forest Family • Outdoor Adventure • Relaxation

Nature Immersion in the Acadian Forest

$50 – $80/ Per Person

Step into the Acadian Forest and be immersed in nature’s healing and inspiring offerings on this three-hour nature immersion. Connect with yours…

  • Location An icon to show the location Garland’s Crossing
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025
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Soil to Soul Workshop History & Heritage • Outdoor Adventure

Soil to Soul Workshop

$135/ Per Person

Craft your very own winter tonic and botanical oil during this Soil to Soul guided workshop with owner Rachael. Explore Robertson’s Farm & A…

  • Location An icon to show the location Canaan
  • Date An icon to show the date January 5, 2025 – April 30, 2025
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Connect & Create Escape Arts & Culture • Relaxation • Romance

Connect & Create Escape

$647/ Per Couple

Connect in nature on a two-night geodesic dome stay with private hot tub. Enjoy a local breakfast box for two and create your own glass art piece.

  • Location An icon to show the location Hantsport
  • Date An icon to show the date September 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025
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Nourish in Nature Escape Outdoor Adventure • Relaxation • Romance

Nourish in Nature Escape

$647/ Per Couple

Relax and unwind with a two-night geodesic dome stay featuring private hot tub, Annapolis Valley wellness products, and delicious local breakfast box.

  • Location An icon to show the location Hantsport
  • Date An icon to show the date September 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025
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Bay of Fundy Botanical Casting Adventure Arts & Culture • Food & Drink • Outdoor Adventure

Bay of Fundy Botanical Casting Adventure

$145/ Per Person

Savour the season and its abundance overlooking the iconic Bay of Fundy with this guided, botanical-casting adventure at Two-Birds One S…

  • Location An icon to show the location Hall’s Harbour
  • Date An icon to show the date July 1, 2025 – September 30, 2025
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Boat Tour to Isle Haute Arts & Culture • History & Heritage • Outdoor Adventure • Relaxation

Boat Tour to Isle Haute

$200 – $1250

Discover the mystery of Isle Haute on a boat tour around the 100-meter-high towering pillars of basalt lava emerging out of the Bay of Fundy.

  • Location An icon to show the location Spencer’s Island
  • Date An icon to show the date May 1, 2025 – October 31, 2025
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Boat Tour to Cape Split Arts & Culture • Family • Outdoor Adventure • Relaxation

Boat Tour to Cape Split

$150/ Per Person

Feel the rush of the tides as you take in incredible views of Cape Split, a Bay of Fundy landmark and iconic hiking destination from the water.

  • Location An icon to show the location Spencer’s Island
  • Date An icon to show the date May 1, 2025 – October 31, 2025
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Halls Harbour Boat Tour Arts & Culture • History & Heritage • Outdoor Adventure

Halls Harbour Boat Tour

$150 – $875

Depart from Spencers Island and take a trip across the Bay of Fundy to Halls Harbour to explore the area and the popular lobster pound.

  • Location An icon to show the location Spencer’s Island
  • Date An icon to show the date May 1, 2025 – October 31, 2025
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Valley Vineyard Getaway Food & Drink • Relaxation • Romance

Valley Vineyard Getaway

$250/ Per Couple

Surrounded by vineyard views, savour a delicious pairing of local cheese and wine in your luxurious suite at The Stay at Planters Ridge.

  • Location An icon to show the location Port Williams
  • Date An icon to show the date August 1, 2023 – March 31, 2025
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Grand Pré Wine, Dine & Stay Food & Drink • Relaxation • Romance

Grand Pré Wine, Dine & Stay

$700 – $775/ Per Couple

Indulge in a tasting of award-winning wines & seasonal local dinner at Le Caveau Restaurant plus accommodations in a beautiful on-site vineyard suite.

  • Location An icon to show the location Grand Pré
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
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Bike the Fundy Coast Tour Outdoor Adventure

Bike the Fundy Coast Tour

$65 – $75/ Per Person

Take in stunning Bay of Fundy views as you fat bike on the ocean floor, with an expert local guide, in the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark!

  • Location An icon to show the location Spencer’s Island
  • Date An icon to show the date January 1, 2024 – December 31, 2025
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Bubbles & Bites | Sparkling Wine Tasting Food & Drink • Relaxation • Romance

Bubbles & Bites | Sparkling Wine Tasting

$40/ Per Person

Discover meticulously crafted sparkling wines paired with local cheese and charcuterie on a guided tasting with a wine expert at Benjamin Bridge.

  • Location An icon to show the location Wolfville
  • Date An icon to show the date June 1, 2024 – June 1, 2025
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Annapolis Valley Mix Food & Drink • Shopping

Annapolis Valley Mix

$110 – $305/ Per Person

Savour craft beverage flavours on this personalized tour of three unique Annapolis Valley wineries, breweries, cideries, and distillerie…

  • Location An icon to show the location Wolfville
  • Date An icon to show the date May 13, 2024 – May 13, 2025
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Wolfville Weekday Getaway Food & Drink • Relaxation • Romance

Wolfville Weekday Getaway

$318/ Starting At

Explore Wolfville wineries, shops & sights on a weekday getaway with NS wine & charcuterie to welcome you, plus breakfast for 2 each morning.

  • Location An icon to show the location Wolfville
  • Date An icon to show the date November 1, 2024 – April 30, 2025
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Dining on the Ocean Floor Food & Drink • Outdoor Adventure • Romance

Dining on the Ocean Floor

$804.65/ Per Person

Experience the ultimate culinary adventure at the site of the world’s highest tides. Savour the best Nova Scotia food, beer and wine in …

  • Location An icon to show the location Burntcoat
  • Date An icon to show the date June 23, 2025 – September 17, 2025
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Two people hiking at Partridge Island within the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark as the sun sets on the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia

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