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Open year-round
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Outdoor Activities & Tours
Nova Scotia offers year-round outdoor adventures. Enjoy guided sea kayaking along the rugged coastline, surf world-class waves, snowshoe trails in winter, and cycle through extensive trailways. Outdoor fun in Nova Scotia is endless!
Be Safe Outdoors
Please be aware there are several kinds of ticks in Nova Scotia, including the blacklegged tick that carries the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. We encourage you to practice tick safety and check for ticks whenever you are exploring outdoors. For more information, visit novascotia.ca/ticksafety.
Browse Outdoor Activities, Trails and Tours
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Yarmouth Links
From April 1, 2025 to October 30, 2025
Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Yarmouth -
Cape Smokey Provincial Park
From May 17, 2025 to October 14, 2025
Cape Breton Island, Cape Smokey -
Fairmont Ridge Hiking Trail
Open year-round
Northumberland Shore, Fairmont -
Ayomikun Bus Charters
Open year-round
Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Cape Breton Island, Eastern Shore, Halifax Metro, Northumberland Shore, South Shore, Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Halifax -
Freeport Whale & Seabird Tours
From June 15, 2025 to September 15, 2025
Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Freeport -
Thomas’ Cove Coastal Reserve Trails
Open year-round
Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Economy -
Mira Gut Beach
Open year-round
Cape Breton Island, Mira -
Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruises
From June 1, 2025 to October 1, 2025
Halifax Metro, Halifax -
Airlane Golf Club
From May 1, 2025 to October 31, 2025
Halifax Metro, Goffs -
Sherbrooke Provincial Park
From May 17, 2025 to October 14, 2025
Eastern Shore, Sherbrooke -
Uniacke Estate Museum Park
From June 1, 2025 to October 4, 2025
Halifax Metro, Mount Uniacke
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Boating & Sailing
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, […]
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Cycling
Who says road trips require a car? With a landscape that includes rolling highlands, river valleys, rugged seacoasts, low-lying farm dykelands and historic towns, cycling is a perfect way to discover Nova Scotia.
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Camping
Camp out under the stars or glamp in the comfort of a geodesic dome. Either way, you’ll wake up refreshed, surrounded by nature at one of 110+ privately-owned campgrounds, 20 provincial camping parks or nine National Park campgrounds.
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Parks
Visit Cape Breton Highlands National Park with 26 walking and hiking trails, six beaches, look-off points, campgrounds, and waterfalls. Explore Kejimkujik National Park and National Historic Site for wilderness trails, […]
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Stargazing
Nova Scotia is home to some of the darkest and clearest skies in North America and two official Dark Sky areas. Whether you’re looking to stargaze in the Acadian Skies & […]
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Beaches
With over 13,300 km of coastline, Nova Scotia has an abundance of beautiful beaches. Unwind with the rolling waves and breathe in the salty air, grab a surfboard or simply relax on a warm sandy beach with a good book.
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Hiking
Walk on the wilderness side! Meander through old growth forest stands, climb highland mountaintops, amble past rolling orchards and pastoral fields and enjoy seaside trails with expansive ocean views – we have a hike that’s right for everyone.
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Horseback Riding & Rides
Discover scenic trails that wind through forests, along beaches next to coastal cliffs, and across the rolling countryside on a guided horseback riding tour suitable for both beginners and experienced […]
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Tidal Bore Rafting
Ride 8 to 20+ foot waves in a Zodiac boat as the surging power of the world’s highest tides turns the Shubenacadie River into a water roller coaster you’ll find only in Nova Scotia. You may get wet. (Just kidding: you’ll definitely get wet.)
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Whale Watching
Climb aboard a tour boat and let our lively captains entertain and educate with tales from our shores while you watch for up to 12 species of whales that call our waters home each summer and fall.
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Sightseeing Tours
What better way to discover a new place than with a knowledgeable local as your guide? Hit the streets on foot or aboard a shuttle or motorcoach bus as your […]
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Adventure Activities
Soar high above Halifax, Nova Scotia’s seaside city, in a helicopter for a bird’s eye view of the hustle and bustle of the busy harbour, explore challenging aerial rope courses […]
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World Class Golf
Hit the links in one of Canada’s premiere golf destinations. From Canada’s first true links course to celebrated seaside resort courses,, we welcome golfers from around the world to enjoy exceptional experiences for all levels.
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Fossils
Every day, the world’s highest tides wash against the shoreline of Joggins Fossil Cliffs, slowly uncovering millions of years of plant and animal life. These fossils reveal details of life […]
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Surf & Water Sports
Nova Scotia has quickly become a globally recognized surf destination. Perfect waves for learning are accompanied by warmer waters in the summer months (June through September), while larger waves grace […]
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Winter Outdoor Activities
Winter is a prime time to explore Nova Scotia’s great outdoors! From skiing to skating and snowshoeing to surfing, winter weather doesn’t put a damper on getting out and experiencing […]
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Sport Fishing
Our salt and fresh water coastlines offer a variety of sport fishing experiences for both avid anglers and beginners. Cast your line for speckled, rainbow and brown trout, smallmouth bass, […]
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Kayaking & Canoeing
Paddle your way past dramatic cliffs, arches and towering pinnacles, glacial barrens, sheltered waterways and isolated white sand beaches. You’ll find a new appreciation for our coast and its beauty when you explore by water.
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