Nova Scotia Adventure Activities | Outdoor Thrills & Experiences

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 in the trees and fly through the air on a zipline. Head off-road with an ATV adventure, experiencing the region’s scenic landscapes up close. Challenge your sense of adventure even further during a hot air balloon ride or skydiving lesson.

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Mountain Pine Adventures

From May 1 to November 1

Cape Breton Island, South Harbour

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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Over the Edge

From May 1 to October 1

Halifax Metro, Halifax

Read More The Google rating is 4.8
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Highland Powersport Rentals

Open year-round

Cape Breton Island, Baddeck

Read More The Google rating is 5.0
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Wild Mountain Adventures

From May 1 to October 31

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Baxters Harbour

Read More The Google rating is 5
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Shearwater Flyer Trail

Open year-round

Halifax Metro, Shearwater

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Gondola at Cape Smokey

Open year-round

Cape Breton Island, Ingonish Beach

Read More The Google rating is 4.3
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Cape Breton Backcountry Adventures

Open year-round

Cape Breton Island, North East Margaree

Read More The Google rating is 5
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Porters Peak Adventure Getaway

Open year-round

Eastern Shore, Porter’s Lake

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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TNT Outdoor Adventures

Open year-round

Cape Breton Island, Baddeck

Read More The Google rating is 4.9
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Celtic Shores Coastal Trail

Open year-round

Cape Breton Island, Port Hastings (Ceilidh Trail)

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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Shelby Ranch

Open year-round

Northumberland Shore, Scotsburn

Read More The Google rating is 4.3
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Harvest Moon Trailway

Open year-round

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Annapolis Royal

Read More The Google rating is 4.5

Featured Air Adventure Activities

Gondola at Cape Smokey

Ride Atlantic Canada’s only gondola to the top of Cape Smokey
Take in spectacular coastal views all year round
At the top, grab a snack at the Summit Shack, Nova Scotia’s highest elevation snack shack, before exploring mountain top trails and viewing platforms

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Vision Air Services

Helicopter tours offering trips over Halifax, Sambro Island, Peggy’s Cove and Bay of Fundy.
Providing transport to Sable Island National Park Reserve with Kattuk Expeditions.
Full-service helicopter charter company located in Halifax.

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Heli-Picnic Island Escape

2-hour helicopter tour of Halifax’s must-see sights and coastline.
Exclusive access to Sambro Island.
Sommelier-led tasting of Nova Scotia wines and local smoked salmon charcuterie, cheeses, and chocolate.

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Breton Air

Explore the Cape Breton Highlands by helicopter with Breton Air
Offering bespoke excursions and tours to some of Nova Scotia’s most outstanding locations including world class fly-fishing, heli-hiking at Cape Smokey, and sightseeing tours over Cape Breton Highlands’s famed autumnal colours.

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