Canada · BOAT TOURS IN NOVA SCOTIA
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 boat tours in Nova Scotia worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Review of Halifax’s Tall Ship Silva cruise, with live music, harbor views, sail raising, onboard drinks, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Not a lot of info about Halifax/harbour. It was a good experience. Staff were friendly. Maybe could have come around more often to ask about drinks etc”
Review of Halifax Harbour Hopper, a 55-minute duck boat tour covering downtown streets, the waterfront, Georges Island, and Halifax Harbour.
“So much fun! Guide was great and driver sang to us. The best part way how they handled my husband who is in a wheelchair. They we're very organized and kind.”
Review of Halifax’s sunset wine and cheese yacht sail, with Nova Scotia wines, harbor views, hands-on sailing, pricing, tips, and booking advice.
“The crew were amazing! Simone, Megan and Brandon were a lively bunch, and made the experience fun and enjoyable. We had luck with the weather, and got a gorgeous sunset paired with good wine and charcuterie. Many thanks for such a wonderful experience!”
Sail Halifax Harbour aboard a small yacht, help set the sails, steer the boat, and enjoy Nova Scotia views for 90 memorable minutes.
“Brandon and Margaret were great hosts. Great way to spend a couple hours. Actually met another couple on a boat which led to dinner and drinks . Great way of meeting people”
Review of the Cabot Trail cruise excursion from Sydney, with scenic stops, local guides, pricing, vehicle tips, lunch details, and booking advice.
“This tour was good, but due to the extreme drought, we didn’t see much color. Our guide was local and very knowledgeable! They allowed multiple picture taking and washroom breaks and a place for lunch or a gondola ride up the mountain. We were back on our ship with an hour to spare before all aboard.”
Review the Halifax Sunset Cruise aboard Tall Ship Silva, with harbour views, live music, sunset sailing, pricing, tips, and accessibility details.
“exactly as promised. a tall sailing ship that cruises the Harbour unfurling its sails and catching sundown. the music and merry involvement of passengers made it very enjoyable too”
Sail Halifax Harbour aboard a 45-foot yacht, hear local stories, help with the sails, and enjoy a relaxed one-hour small-group tour.
“Really excellent, fascinating stories and information from the captain and crew, beautiful boat. In an hour we went around the harbour and even managed to be under sail power for a while.”
Review of Halifax’s Tall Ship Silva cruise, with live music, harbor views, sail raising, practical tips, value, and what to expect.
“The Harbor Cruise on The Silva was fabulous !! Very smooth with a great MC/Musician playing along the way. The boat was comfortable and thoughtly enjoyable. The sights along the journey were outstanding. Only advice I can offer is be prepared for full sun for 2 hours !!”
Review of the Mini Cabot Trail shore excursion from Sydney, with scenic stops, local guides, cruise timing, van comfort, and honest value advice.
“We loved the tour and found our guide to be very interesting and knowledgeable. But before you book, know that this is a lot of riding and looking with little to "explore." It was perfect for us, but I can see that a much younger clientele might not enjoy this tour as much as we did.”
Review of Halifax’s 90-minute moonlight yacht cruise, with waterfront views, small groups, drinks, sailing tips, pricing, and practical advice.
“A very enjoyable evening! Would highly recommend! Halifax at moonlight is delightful! We met some very interesting people. And our tour guides were very informative.☺️”
Review of Halifax’s 90-minute sunset cruise with live music, harbour views, onboard drinks, practical tips, value, weather, and boarding advice.
“wonderful experience seeing the sunset entertainment was great singer had great voice staff were very pleasant”
Sail Halifax Harbour for two relaxed hours with a local cocktail, small-group crew, and views of Georges Island and McNabs Island.
“It was really lovely. The Captain & 1st Mate were friendly & engaging. A bit of history of the harbour area thrown in , & an overall great experience”
Review of Bannockburn Tours’ Cape Breton cruise excursion to Highland Village and Baddeck, with pricing, timing, stops, value, and practical tips.
“Most beautiful scenery and best tour guide of all our excursions! Highland village setting is extraordinary. Baddeck was a good stop for lunch and the Alexander Graham Bell museum was very interesting. We had additional smaller stops that the big buses don’t do that added to the day!”
Cruise from Pictou to a secret seal cove on a small-group boat tour with snacks, local stories, and free cancellation up to 24 hours ahead.
“Captain Chris was excellent!! We saw many seals. Had a great ride and would recommend to all! If in Pictou NS make sure you take this ride.”
Explore Scottish heritage at Highland Village, cross Little Narrows, and visit Bell Museum on this six-hour Sydney cruise excursion.
“Great trip! Our guide was very knowledgeable and fun. I would definitely recommend her.”
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