Find the lowest prices for groceries in halifax by browsing the latest weekly grocery flyers from the top grocery stores all in one place at salewhale. Nova scotia whale watching whale watching tours in nova. Traveling from halifax, follow the trans canada 102 to truro trans canada 104 to cape breton and the canso causeway. Jul 23, 2014 40 ton humpback whale leaps entirely out of the water.
Nova scotia, canada, wildlife holidays, vacations, brier. Mar 25, 2016 c and i were joined by his family on a trip to nova scotia. The bay of fundy and northern cape breton are the best places to see whales in nova scotia. Tour director, biologist tom goodwin takes visitors to view whales, seals and sea birds in the bay of fundy. How to see whales on your next trip to halifax discover. Video tour to view the video simply click the link below.
This unique experience provides visitors with an opportunity to discover the beauty of northern cape breton and marine life near the coastlines. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach where other marine. The waters at the mouth of the bay of fundy from the ledges off brier island right up the digby neck are important feeding areas for many species of cetaceans whales, dolphins. Come to delightful brier island for a relaxed pace, single centre holiday overlooking the bay. Cape breton nova scotia whale watching tours keltic. If are travelling by plane, train, cruise ship or tour bus chances are you will be brought directly into the city. Viewdownload video if the video skips or is fuzzy, rightclick on the link above and select save target as. Fourhour whalewatching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off. Digby neck whalewatching rough guides rough guides. Daniel hays, who happens to own an island off the shore of nova scotia, apparently became disenchanted with his life and was able to talk his wife into.
In 1987, harold graham received a certificate of merit at the nova scotia environmental awards in appreciation of outstanding service in the protection of the environment. Theres also the choice between the bigger cruisestyle boat or the smaller zodiac. The northern right whale is usually only seen in late summer to the fall. More than 100 atlantic canadians turn out to help in subzero cold halifax, nova scotiafarley mowat, whose 1972 book a whale for the killing helped to transform human attitudes toward whales worldwide, would have been gratified by the scene on january 1, 2018 at rainbow haven beach, just east of halifax, nova scotia. Beached whale saved by more than 100 nova scotians in spontaneous rescue effort. I went whale watching in nova scotia, canada, and was lucky to witness multiple humpback whales playing, flipping their tails, spraying water, making noises, jumping out. Go whale watching in nova scotia during the summer and fall as you watch for any of the 12 species of whales that visit each year. Take the scenic route 19 along the coast to dunvegan, and then follow route 219 until you reach us just before margaree harbour. Jonathan, halifax nova scotia points of interest our village is a natural and convenient place for you to stay while you enjoy several different and refreshing day trips to all the scenic wonders and interesting events and activities that cape breton has to offer.
This is a relaxing, peaceful tour to the beautiful rocky coastline of duncans cove at chebucto head, the very edge of the halifax peninsula, where halifax harbor meets the ocean. Cape breton is the other top destination for whale watching, with most tours running from cheticamp or pleasant bay, both on the western side of the cabot trail here the season is a little longer tours start in may as opposed to june from the digby area and youll spot humpbacks, pilots, minke, sei whales and dolphins. For the month of february, there is no wait list to download mayann francis. You can go whale watching from every side of nova scotia, which makes choosing where to go a bit of a challenge. Welcome to at the sign of the whale gallery carrying paintings and original prints by some of nova scotias finest artists. Finback whales, minke whales and harbour porpoises are the first to. The best viewing points are along cabot breton s cabot trail and the bay of fundy, but there are many other great spots all around the province. News release in nova scotia the whale sanctuary project. My wife and daughter will be visiting and want to go whale watching but only have a day and half in the halifax area before leaving for pei. Baleen whales our 3 most common baleen whales are finback whales, humpback whales and minke whales. We search the waters off cape breton island for migratory whales returning to feed each season. The bay of fundy and northern cape breton are great spots for this great adventure. Trips usually last between two and three hours, though those from westport brier island tend to last longer between three and five hours.
Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier. Cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale watching. The big boats offer a calmer ride for people who arent keen seagoers but the zodiac lets you get much closer to the whales and at eye level. Fin whales are an awesome sight,at 75 ft long, are massive next to our 28 ft long fibreglass hull zodiacs. If you are lucky, you may even spot a humpback whale, a blue whale or a whitesided dolphin. Come aboard one of the love boats in cheticamp for a breathtaking adventure as we sail out to observe whales, seals, eagles, seabirds and wildlife along the scenic coastline of the cape breton highlands national park. Officials are unsure whether the whales death is linked to a recent mysterious fish kill in the area. Whale watching nova scotia whale watching nova scotia.
The nutrientrich waters of the bay of fundy attract dozens of whales, and several companies in digby neck, a narrow finger of land that nudges out into the bay of fundy, organize daily whalewatching excursions from late may to midoctober. Ocean explorations whale adventures, tiverton, nova scotia. Portroyal is a national historic site of canada and features a reconstruction of an early 17th century settlement. Specialties include shark fishing and harbour tours. At the sign of the whales online presence is a continuation of its 33 year storefront gallery which closed in early 2014. As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching cruises yield important information on endangered or rare species of whales like the. Jan 06, 2018 halifax, nova scotiafarley mowat, whose 1972 book a whale for the killing helped to transform human attitudes toward whales worldwide, would have been gratified by the scene on january 1, 2018 at rainbow haven beach, just east of halifax, nova scotia. A dead whale has washed up in the same area of western nova scotia that has seen scores of dead herring, starfish, clams and lobster litter the shoreline but fisheries officials say its too. Humpback whales are always a favorite amongst whale watchers,the giant tail seen just feet in front of our zodiacs for awesome photos is hard to top,and then of course theres the chance. Halifax has a population of 359,111 making it the biggest city in nova scotia. This excursion depends on the bay of fundy tidal phases so is not always available. Swim with dolphins in mexico, caribbean and jamaica at dolphin discovery up to 39% off.
The halifax tours might see a minke but it is rare. Best time of day for whale watching nova scotia forum. As the haze in my brain slowly turned into seminormal thought patterns, i remembered. I especially could not believe my luck to witness whales breaching several times on my first whale watching trip ever. Cape breton nova scotia whale watching tours keltic express. C and i were joined by his family on a trip to nova scotia. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach near area where other. Ocean explorations nova scotias original zodiac whale adventures. Some of the best whale watching is found in pei, nb, and throughout the province of nscape bretons famous cabot trail, and along the stretch from the beautiful south shore near. Directions whale cove is located 3km 2 mi off the cabot trail on the scenic ceilidh trail. Fourhour whale watching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off. Are there any good alternative locations for whale watching in nova scotia. This is a question that i get a lot when i speak with folks visiting nova scotia.
Nova scotias original zodiac whale adventures the waters at the mouth of the bay of fundy from the ledges off brier island right up the digby neck are important feeding areas for many species of cetaceans whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals and a wide variety of seabirds. As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching. Going to digby tiverton area seems out of the way and will make for some very long days in the car and ruling out visits to peggys cove and some other desireable things. My page on travelling to nova scotia will help you in getting to the province. Whale cove is located 3km 2 mi off the cabot trail on the scenic ceilidh trail. You can get to the city in a couple of different ways. This tour is fully narrated and will take approximately 7hrs. Describes boat, tour, location, charter, pricing, amenities, accommodations and contact information.
Cape breton, nova scotia whale watching welcome to keltic express zodiac adventures keza, an adventure tour found on the world famous cabot trail at ingonish, cape breton, nova scotia, canada. The northern right whale is the most endangered whale with only about 300350 known. This nature tour will provide you with some prime opportunities to see some wildlife. Whale species that can commonly be found in nova scotia include minke whales, pilot whales, finback or fin whales, and endangered north atlantic right whales. Whale watching is a mustdo for every trip to nova scotia.
Several species of the magnificent mammals, including fin and right whales, can be spotted in the ocean and bays off the coasts of this province. On this tour based out of halifax, nova scotia you will be able to view both high and low tides at scenic halls harbour and see the dramatic effect it has on the coastline and in the harbours. Whale watching in nova scotia nova scotia travel guide. Travelling along the scenic back roads of nova scotia, well head to annapolis royal one of the oldest settlements in nova scotia.
Combining birdwatching with whale watching, we shall enjoy fabulous boat trips for close up views of humpback and hopefully the very rare northern right, plus fin whale and seabirds such as great shearwater and wilsons phalarope. Any suggestions on the best area to go whale watching in nova scotia brier island, lunenburg halifax area or cape breton my family of 4. In southern nova scotia the digby neck area and in the north western cape breton. Where to go whale watching in nova scotia halifax forum.
At the sign of the whale nova scotia crafts and art gallery. Sep 25, 2016 i went whale watching in nova scotia, canada, and was lucky to witness multiple humpback whales playing, flipping their tails, spraying water, making noises, jumping out of the water, right in front of my eyes. Dec 29, 2016 a dead whale has washed up in the same area of western nova scotia that has seen scores of dead herring, starfish, clams and lobster litter the shoreline but fisheries officials say its too. Guided tours with licensed captains and experienced interpreters. Cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale watching,zodiac.
When mayann francis was named nova scotias first black lieutenantgovernor, she wondered if the community would accept her. Digby neck whale watching find out more explore book your trip books features the nutrientrich waters of the bay of fundy attract dozens of whales, and several companies in digby neck, a narrow finger of land that nudges out into the bay of fundy, organize daily whale watching excursions from late may to midoctober. Cape breton islands best whale watching in cheticamp, nova scotia captain zodiac whale cruise is located in the scenic fishing village of cheticamp, at the base of the cape breton highlands national park. In august of this year, i had one of the most amazing wild life experiences of my life.
Captain zodiac whale cruise is located in the scenic fishing village of cheticamp, at the base of the cape breton highlands national park. Book online and save 10% whale watching in beautiful brier island nova scotia canada. We wanted to explore a little bit of our own country and we were so amazed by how beautiful the east coast is. The whale watching from halifax is iffy at best if you want to really experience the whales head to the digby neckbrier island area. Any suggestions on the best area to go whale watching in nova scotia brier island, lunenburghalifax area or cape breton my family of 4. Cape breton islands best whale watching in cheticamp, nova scotia. After a long night of partying with some new friends in the famous halifax nightlife, waking up before noon was the last thing i wanted to do.
Love boat whale cruises whale cruises in cheticamp, cape. About us whale watching tours in brier island, nova scotia. In 1988, brier island whale and seabird cruises became a limited company and continues to lead research and education cruises in the bay of fundy. Sep 19, 2016 it wasnt the first time that this killer whale was spotted off the coast of nova scotia, but the fact it was seen swimming with dolphins made this latest encounter a rare sighting. I hauled what was left of me into the shower and found enough strength to get dressed.
Although i have heard with changing weather patterns seem to be changing this in some areas. Mariner cruises has been offering nova scotia whale watching and birding tours off brier island, in the bay of fundy since 1994. Notes from a place i never meant to leave hays, daniel on. The best time of the year for whale watching is anytime between july and midoctober. See more ideas about whale watching, whale watching season and nova scotia. There are generally two main areas of whale watching in nova scotia. Dec 29, 2016 officials are unsure whether the whale s death is linked to a recent mysterious fish kill in the area. It wasnt the first time that this killer whale was spotted off the coast of nova scotia, but the fact it was seen swimming with dolphins made this latest encounter a rare sighting.
Nova scotia whale watching is one of the coolest things you can experience on your atlantic canada vacations. Beached whale saved by more than 100 nova scotians in. Follow the links to each package for details and pictures of each trip. Taking a brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia is watching whales and seabirds and much more. It is also joining a scientific survey studying an area teeming with marine life. Team of oxen by maud lewis see under art collector click to see herbert hatt collection. Whale watching tours in an open inflatable style boat on the nova scotia side of the bay of fundy. Find yourself aboard a whale watching tour with lively commentary and local tales as you watch for any of the 12 species of whales that visit nova scotia each year. Describes boat, tour, location, charter, pricing, amenities, accommodations and. This is a relaxing, peaceful tour to the beautiful rocky coastline of duncans cove at chebucto head, the very edge of the halifax. A whale of an adventure blue diamond tours nova scotia. Nova scotia whale watching whale watching tours in nova scotia. The humpbacks dont start to arrive until june and by midjune that are very abundant.
Humpback whales are always a favorite amongst whale watchers,the giant tail seen just feet in front of our zodiacs for awesome photos is hard to top,and then of course theres the chance of a breach. Whale cove is in a beautiful picturesque village situated along the bay of fundy. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach where other marine species have been found dead. Francis was born just three months after businesswoman viola desmond was arrested for. Although whale cove campground is not on the water, we do have views from our bay of fundy look off and bay of. Nonprofit group seeks community partner for whale sanctuary in nova scotia halifax, ns, january 29th, 2019 the whale sanctuary project is holding a series of public information meetings over the next 10 days to identify communities in nova scotia that may be interested in becoming home to a seaside sanctuary for beluga whales being retired. The humpback whale measures 57 feet and weighs 90,000 lbs. We invite you to join us for an exciting sea adventure from the whale watching capital of nova scotia. In 1988, brier island whale and seabird cruises became a limited company and continues to lead research and.