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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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Lunenburg Ocean Adventures

From June 15 to October 31

South Shore, Lunenburg

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Freeport Whale & Seabird Tours

From June 15 to September 15

Bay of Fundy & Annapolis Valley, Freeport

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Sailing CBI

From May 15 to October 31

Cape Breton Island, Baddeck

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J. Farwell Sailing Co.

Open year-round

Halifax Metro, Halifax

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St. Peter’s Marina

From May 20 to October 30

Cape Breton Island, St. Peter’s

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Spartan Ocean Racing & Training

Open year-round

South Shore, Lunenburg

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Ross Ferry Marine Park

Open year-round

Cape Breton Island, Ross Ferry

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Giant Bluefin Tuna Charters

From July 1 to October 31

Northumberland Shore, Ballantyne’s Cove

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Admiral Sailing Academy

From June 1 to September 30

Halifax Metro, Bedford

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Ransoms Lunenburg Retreat: Zodiac Coastal Tours

From May 20 to October 1

South Shore, Lunenburg

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Cape Breton Northern Tip Charters

From May 15 to October 15

Cape Breton Island, Bay St. Lawrence

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Atlantic Shark Expeditions

From August 1 to October 31

Halifax Metro, Halifax

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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

Boating & Sailing Regions and Itineraries

Halifax

Boating in Halifax

Lunch with a view in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia’s South & Yarmouth and Acadian Shores

Boating on the South and Yarmouth & Acadian Shores

Couple on a sailboat

Northumberland Shore

Boating on the Northumberland Shore

Eastern Shore

Boating on the Eastern Shore

Couple on a yacht

Cape Breton Island & the Bras d’Or Lake

Boating in Cape Breton

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