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Boating & Sailing: Charters and Tours

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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    • Boating & Sailing
    • Sport Fishing

    Giant Bluefin Tuna Charters

    From July 1, 2025 to October 31, 2025

    Northumberland Shore, Ballantyne’s Cove
    Read More The Google rating is 5.0
    • Boating & Sailing

    Gold River Marina

    From April 1, 2025 to November 1, 2025

    South Shore, Chester Basin
    Read More The Google rating is 4.9
    • Boating & Sailing
    • Sport Fishing

    Tusket Island Tours

    Open year-round

    Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Wedgeport
    Read More The Google rating is 4.9
    • Beaches & Pools
    • Boating & Sailing
    • Canoeing & Kayaking
    • Parks

    Lake O’Law Provincial Park

    From May 17, 2025 to October 14, 2025

    Cape Breton Island, North East Margaree
    Read More The Google rating is 4.9
    • Rainbow Registered
    • Boating & Sailing
    • Bus/Coach/Private Vehicle Tour
    • Food & Drink
    • Sport Fishing

    Ambassatours Gray Line

    Open year-round

    Halifax Metro, Halifax
    Read More The Google rating is 5.0
    • Boating & Sailing

    Bluenose II

    From June 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025

    South Shore, Lunenburg
    Read More The Google rating is 4.7
    • Boating & Sailing

    Cape Canso Marina

    From June 1, 2025 to October 15, 2025

    Eastern Shore, Canso
    Read More The Google rating is 4.3
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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 11 with full sails

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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puffin

Tour the Bird Islands

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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

Boating & Sailing Regions and Itineraries

A couple sit in chairs along the Halifax Waterfront watching a sail boat sail by

Halifax

Boating in Halifax
Lunch with a view in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia’s South & Yarmouth and Acadian Shores

Boating on the South and Yarmouth & Acadian Shores
Couple on a sailboat

Northumberland Shore

Boating on the Northumberland Shore

Eastern Shore

Boating on the Eastern Shore
Couple on a yacht

Cape Breton Island & the Bras d’Or Lake

Boating in Cape Breton
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