3 days
- Yarmouth & Acadian Shores
The southwestern most tip of Nova Scotia is renowned for its Acadian roots, colourful fishing villages, towering churches, and spectacular Cape Forchu Lighthouse. Be sure to try local culinary specialties, like creamed lobster and rappie pie.
1 Day 1: Pubnico & Tusket
Pubnico
Immerse yourself in Acadian culture at Le Village historique acadien de la Nouvelle-Écosse (Historical Acadian Village of Nova Scotia). This must-visit early 1900s Acadian seaside village is perched on a beautiful 17-acre site overlooking Pubnico Harbour. It showcases the joyful spirit, language, and culture of the Acadian people who have thrived here for more than 350 years.
Check out the “Living Wharves” program by stopping by the Dennis Point Wharf to meet with a local fisherman or fisherwoman. Living Wharves is a hands-on opportunity to discover the tools, skills, and seafaring tales of real-life fisherman and women from the region.
Continue to Argyler Lodge, a unique oceanfront lodge located in a fishing village overlooking Lobster Bay. Take a guided kayaking tour or a hands-on cooking class using ingredients fresh from the garden and sea. Spectacular sunsets from the airy wrap-around veranda are a must, as is hitting the beach for a seaside lobster boil.
Tusket
Visit the Tusket Islands for history and folklore. Discover stories ranging from the lobster and tuna fishing industry, to World War II spies, shipwrecks, buried treasure, and much more. The islands are only accessible by boat so be sure to book a tour in advance with the lively and entertaining Tusket Island Tours. Tours often run 3-4 hours in length.
2 Day 2: Yarmouth & Kemptville
Yarmouth
Take a historic walking tour of the grand and colourful sea captain homes that were built between 1850 and 1900. Then check out the Sandford Draw Bridge, one of the smallest drawbridges in the world. Explore shops, cafes, restaurants, and craft breweries in downtown Yarmouth. Visit museums like the Firefighters’ Museum of Nova Scotia, W. Laurence Sweeney Fisheries Museum, or the Yarmouth County Museum & Archives. Book a Yarmouth Walking Tour for a fun take on the area’s history.
Explore the rugged landscape and take in breathtaking views and stunning sunsets at Cape Forchu Lighthouse. Do the Climb the Light experience for a bird’s eye view of the coastline.
Kemptville
Treat yourself to a stay at Trout Point Lodge. This luxury wilderness lodge and nature retreat is nestled in the Tobeatic Wilderness Area in the UNESCO Southwest Nova Biosphere Reserve. Dine in comfort and enjoy carefully crafted gourmet meals. Take part in an interactive, hands-on cooking class led by the Executive Chef or Sous-Chef. Or relax in the outdoor barrel sauna and wood fired hot tub.
Enjoy outdoor experiences like forest bathing, guided hiking, foraging, mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing. Be sure to check out their Stargazing Platform for a 360 degree view of the darkest skies in North America.
3 Day 3: Clare
Clare
Take a guided interpretive walk to discover local wildlife, plants, history, and the natural beauty of the Petit Bois at Rendez Vous de la Baie in Church Point.
Don’t miss beaches in the area like Mavillette Beach Provincial Park or Port Maitland Beach Provincial Park.
And don’t forget whale watching, sea kayaking, historic towns, and engaging museums are also available nearby.
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