Nova Scotia Boating & Sailing | Coastal Tours & Harbour Cruises

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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J. Farwell Sailing Co.

Open seasonally (May, June, July, August, September, October)

Halifax Metro, Halifax

Read More The Google rating is 5
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Chester Yacht Club

Open seasonally (May, June, July, August, September, October)

South Shore, Chester

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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Liscombe Lodge Marina

From May 5 to November 24

Eastern Shore, Liscomb Mills

Read More The Google rating is 4.1
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Discover The Strait Boat Tours

From May 1 to September 30

Northumberland Shore, Caribou

Read More The Google rating is 5
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Cabot Trail Guaranteed Whale Adventures

From May 20 to October 25

Cape Breton Island, Pleasant Bay

Read More The Google rating is 4.8
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Shining Waters Marina & Boatyard

Open year-round

South Shore, Tantallon

Read More The Google rating is 4.5
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Brier Island Whale & Seabird Cruises

From June 13 to September 30

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Westport

Read More The Google rating is 4.8
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Petit Passage Whale Watch

From June 19 to September 30

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, East Ferry

Read More The Google rating is 4.8
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Sail and See, a sailing experience

From June 1 to August 10

South Shore, Mahone Bay

Read More The Google rating is 5
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A&M Sea Charters

Open year-round

Halifax Metro, Eastern Passage

Read More The Google rating is 4.4
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Powells Point Provincial Park

From May 17 to October 14

Northumberland Shore, Little Harbour (New Glasgow area)

Read More The Google rating is 4.6
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Brooklyn Marina

From May 1 to October 31

South Shore, Brooklyn (Liverpool area)

Read More The Google rating is 4.5

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 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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Tour the Bird Islands

See Atlantic Puffins in their summer nesting area on rock islands off Cape Breton Island
Keep your camera close as you’ll also see other seabirds, seals and American Bald Eagles
Visit the Bird Islands aboard Bird Island Boat Tour or Donelda’s Bird Island Puffin Tours

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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