Outdoor Adventures in Nova Scotia
There’s a unique kind of freedom you get from being outdoors in a place like Nova Scotia. It helps you rediscover the power of spontaneous adventure.
You’ll feel it when you hike a rocky coastal trail and just have to stop and stare out to sea. When you paddle down a meandering river and imagine how the Mi’kmaq navigated these waters hundreds of years ago. When you round a bend on a bike trail and smile because there’s still a long way to go.
Choose a landscape, a seascape… and a normal life escape. There are plenty of fantastic outdoor adventures packed into Nova Scotia. Explore the beach alongside cliffs with so many fossils they’re recognized as a world heritage site. Raft the cresting waves of a Bay of Fundy tidal bore. Dive deep into history and explore a shipwreck or go bouldering on glacial rocks. Grill freshly caught trout over an open campfire, or let others do the cooking at an award-winning restaurant. At the end of the day, you can rough it in a backwoods tent or relax in a comfy B&B. It’s your adventure at your comfort level.
Live Life in Tents
Tube the Margaree River! Live Life in Tents now offers the unique opportunity to take a break and relax on the world famous Margaree River on a river tube. Let the currents carry you down stream as you dip your toes in the river. Keep your eyes peeled for salmon, bald eagles and the occasional otter.
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Cycling
Who says road trips require a car? With a landscape that includes mountain highlands, river valleys, rugged seacoasts, low-lying farmlands and historic towns, cycling is an invigorating way to get up close and personal with Nova Scotia. On your own or with a guided tour, Nova Scotia is a natural cycling destination for both novice and expert. Find your ideal ride with a new map series and website launched by Bicycle Nova Scotia detailing five of our top cycling routes.
Deckhand for a Day
Become a crew member on Nova Scotia’s sailing ambassador, Bluenose II! This exclusive opportunity will have you sailing the beautiful islands around Mahone Bay. You will take your turn at the wheel, learn knots and splicing, learn how to properly anchor a 300-ton schooner and stand watch, keep a look-out and handle sail with Capt Watson and his crew.
Local Guy Adventures
Discover the Cliffs of Fundy UNESCO Global Geopark through thrilling hikes to waterfalls in lush woodlands, slot canyon rappelling, fat biking across the Bay of Fundy’s ocean floor and low tide, and breathtaking coastal vistas. Local Guy Adventures also offers boat tour excursions on the Bay of Fundy, stand-up paddleboard rentals and overnight accommodations in wooden tents on the shore.
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Yarmouth & Acadian Shores tours
Discover the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores region through unforgettable adventures in the remote woods and waters of Southwest Nova Scotia with East Coast Paddle Company. From stand-up paddle, hiking, camping, fishing, foraging, and camp-fired kitchen experiences to wintertime excursions and more, their experienced guides will help you create the perfect outdoor experience.
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Photography Tours
Guided history walks of Halifax meet travel photography experience with Picture Perfect Tours! Expert guides double as photo instructors and history professors, showcasing archival images of Halifax while offering tips and tricks to make the most of your photography. Small groups provide plenty of interaction & camaraderie with both Maritimers & visitors alike learning forgotten stories of our old port town while sharing photography insights – no matter your skill level, camera or style.
Explore the 100 Wild Islands
On Nova Scotia’s Eastern Shore, between Clam Harbour Beach Provincial Park and Taylor Head Provincial Park, you can explore a cluster of wild islands called the 100 Wild Islands.
Discover history and unique environments on a guided boat tour with Murphy’s Scenic Boat Tours or a kayak tour with Norse Cove Sea Kayak Tours and Rentals. You can experience sheltered coves with turquoise waters, white sand beaches, windswept headlands, and unique boreal rainforests, bogs, and barrens.
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Lumberjack Training
Receive hands on lumberjack training with World Champion lumberjack, Darren Hudson! Located at his Riverside Park in a beautiful setting along the timeless Barrington River, this location is sure to offer an experience like no other in North America! Darren will personally guide you through some of the essential and exciting lumberjack skills such as logrolling, tree climbing, axe throwing, bow sawing or cross cut sawing at Wild Axe Productions. Come prepared to step outside your comfort zone and try something new!
