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. Fin whales are an awesome sight,at 75 ft long, are massive next to our 28 ft long fibreglass hull zodiacs. Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier. Some whale experts are guessing the abundance of bluefin tuna has attracted the whales this far north. The northern right whale is usually only seen in late summer to the fall. The bay of fundy and northern cape breton are great spots for this great adventure. About keltic express zodiac adventures cape breton, nova. 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 acadian village of cheticamp, is a good place to go whale watching or see how traditional crafts like rug hooking are made. A humpback whale twice the size of an inflatable zodiac whalewatching boat gave tourists on that boat a story they wont soon. You should think of yourself as a guest in the whales home and act accordingly the bay of fundy is a world renowned whale watching area, with tour boats sailing from both the nova scotia and new brunswick shores on a daily basis from june through october.
Cape breton nova scotia whale watching tours keltic. Hello sunryz710, this is glenn from nova scotia tourism the best time of the year for whale watching is anytime between july and midoctober. Dozens of nova scotians police, firefighters, surfers, but mostly, ordinary residents spent their new years day using people power to save a beached whale, pulling it back to sea with. We invite you to join us for an exciting sea adventure from the whale watching capital of nova scotia. Whale watching nova scotia whale watching nova scotia. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you in 2020.
I hauled what was left of me into the shower and found enough strength to get dressed. Fall and rise of the tide in the bay of fundy at halls harbour, nova scotia time lapse duration. It is also joining a scientific survey studying an area teeming with marine life. Mariner cruises has been offering nova scotia whale watching and birding tours off brier island, in the bay of fundy since 1994. 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. My page on travelling to nova scotia will help you in getting to the province. Ocean explorations whale adventures, tiverton, nova scotia. Its warm, its awfully warm in the bay, which is a big change. Would like to take my kids 10 and whale watching, but i. If you require addition information about this website, please contact us. Whale watching nova scotia is part of tourism nova scotia internet travel directory. Whale watching in nova scotia nova scotia travel guide. The humpbacks dont start to arrive until june and by midjune that are very abundant. You can get to the city in a couple of different ways.
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. Finback whales, minke whales and harbour porpoises are the first to arrive in the spring. Tour director, biologist tom goodwin takes visitors to view whales, seals and sea birds in the bay of fundy. Brier island is not only an unspoiled brigadoon, its also home to a number of whale watching expeditions. At the sign of the whale nova scotia crafts and art gallery.
Experience whale watching in nova scotia atlantic canada travel. The digby neck islands are one of the best places in north america for spotting whales and you. How to see whales on your next trip to halifax discover halifax. The waters that surround nova scotia are home to so many whales in the summer. Find useful information, the address and the phone number of the local business you are looking for. Watch the worlds most majestic creatures break the surface in their altantic ocean home. Hi lowcountrysandlapper, its victoria from nova scotia tourism. But whale watching tours arent just about the whales. Cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale watching.
Come aboard the love boats with captain daniel bourgeois and captain jean chiasson. The best places to take tours in this area are from digby and brier island. The bay of fundy and northern cape breton are the best places to see whales in nova scotia. 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. Whale visitors to nova scotia waters posted on december 15, 2018 by oscar it is almost guaranteed that whale watchers will see whales off the nova scotia coast if they go at the right time of year. See more ideas about whale watching, whale watching season and nova scotia. If are travelling by plane, train, cruise ship or tour bus chances are you will be brought directly into the city. This is a question that i get a lot when i speak with folks visiting nova scotia.
Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours home facebook. Brier island whale and seabird cruises home facebook. I see youre looking for information on the whale watching season. Brier island whale watching in digby, nova scotia youtube. Describes boat, tour, location, charter, pricing, amenities, accommodations and. Contact us cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale. 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. Brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia canada is watching whales and seabirds and much more. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours 325 water street, westport, nova scotia b0v 1h0 mit 4. Swim with dolphins in mexico, caribbean and jamaica at dolphin discovery up to 39% off.
Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours startseite facebook. Our threehour tours include a variety of activities depending on the route and weather conditions. Search for humpback whales, sei whales, minke whales, pilot whales, dolphins and fin whales. Locate and compare whale watching in truro ns, yellow pages local listings. Take the cabot trail to cape north and take the bay st. Our intention is to provide firstclass service with genuine cape breton hospitality to satisfy our valued guests and share a stimulating, memorable. Finback whales, minke whales and harbour porpoises are the first to. Digby neck whalewatching 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 whalewatching excursions from late may to. While there is not specific whale watching season, the tour operators usually begin operating sometime in midjune. Watch for humpbacks, huge finbacks, friendly minke and if youre lucky, atlantic whitesided dolphins or the rare north atlantic right whale. Welcome to at the sign of the whale gallery carrying paintings and original prints by some of nova scotias finest artists. Cruises are offered daily from june through october, weather permitting.
From the canso causeway follow the trans canada highway 105 to the cabot trail. Lunenburg whale watching tours 2020 all you need to know. Baleen whales our 3 most common baleen whales are finback whales, humpback whales and minke whales. Team of oxen by maud lewis see under art collector click to see herbert hatt collection. 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. Theres also the choice between the bigger cruisestyle boat or the smaller zodiac. You can go whale watching from every side of nova scotia, which makes choosing where to go a bit of a challenge. We search the waters off cape breton island for migratory whales returning to feed each season. In 1988, brier island whale and seabird cruises became a limited company and continues to lead research and. Any suggestions on the best area to go whale watching in nova scotia brier island, lunenburghalifax area or cape breton my family of 4.
Although i have heard with changing weather patterns seem to be changing this in some areas. Theyre chasing food, theres a lot of tuna out there, said brier island whale researcher lisa peters. Digby neck whalewatching rough guides rough guides. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours 325 water street, westport, nova scotia b0v 1h0 rated 4. What is the best time of year to see whales in nova scotia. About lunenburg whale watching tours we are one of the oldest boat tour operators in nova scotia. Most tours run between may and october some only until midseptember.
Boat tours love boat whale cruises whale cruises in. About us whale watching tours in brier island, nova scotia. Nova scotia coast on shortlist for worlds first whale and. This unique experience provides visitors with an opportunity to discover the beauty of northern cape breton and marine life near the coastlines. Halifaxa secret location along nova scotias southwest coast has been shortlisted as a potential site for the worlds first retirement home for whales and dolphins raised in captivity. Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier island. 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. 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. Captain coxs tour takes in the area where the cabot strait meets the gulf of st. Breathe in the fresh ocean air, soak up the breathtaking scenery, and just enjoy this incredible moment. Beached whale saved by more than 100 nova scotians in. Sail with captain dennis cox, cape bretons most experienced whale watch captain. Digby is the hub from which the best whale watching tours depart.
Brier island whale and seabird cruises, westport, nova scotia. Go whale watching in nova scotia during the summer and fall as you watch for any of the 12. As the haze in my brain slowly turned into seminormal thought patterns, i remembered. Ocean explorations nova scotias original zodiac whale adventures. Fourhour whalewatching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off. Captain zodiac cape breton whale watching,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. Whale violently slaps inflatable boat with its tail. Taking a brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia is watching whales and seabirds and much more. 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. Whale watching tours in an open inflatable style boat on the nova scotia side of the bay of fundy.
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