Video tour to view the video simply click the link below. 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. From towering volcanic sea cliffs near black in color to the red sandstone seabed of the minas basin, the sea here not. In general, whale season starts in the spring and ends in late fall. However, there is another area in nova scotia, which offers spectacular views of the bay of fundy, scenic sitessights and awesome food. Occasionally a whale may choose to come within 25 feet of the whale watching tours vessel and provide a truly. Whale watching, tiverton bay of fundy, nova scotia, july 9. There are many tours to choose from so make sure you fill out the nova scotia tour form a week or two before you arrive in halifax so we can book you in for a tour of peggys cove, historic halifax, or the bay of fundy tour which again includes stops in grand pre, the minas basin, and halls harbor. Set sail on the bay of fundy with a marine biologist for an unforgettable whale and wildlife watching expedition. The scenic lighthousedotted coastline, whale inhabited waters, and quaint fishing villages add to the bay s appeal. Departure from saint john departure from saint john after breakfast, a complimentary group transfer is provided to the saint john airport ysj, arriving to the airport by 10. Providing over 22 years of safe and enjoyable whale watching adventures and nature tours on the bay of fundy in new brunswick, canada. World class whale and wildlife sightings, whale watching.
Andrews, new brunswick, canadas oldest seaside resort. Activity level to help you choose an appropriate level of daily challenge, we use elevation profiles to represent the route, and a challengerating system using symbols from the skiing world. Saint johns reversing falls are a natural phenomenon caused by the tides of canadas bay of fundy, which can differ in height by an astonishing 50 feet 15 meters at certain times of the year. The massive amount of untapped energy of the bay of fundy is the fuel for a fragile ecosystem that provides a. Book your tour early to ensure that your visit here is memorable. Whale watching nova scotia whale watching nova scotia. When you take part in a whale watching adventure on the bay of fundy you can expect to see minke, fin and humpback whales as well as the rarest large mammal on earth the north atlantic right whale. Only the best guides, optimal itineraries, commercially insured minivans. While not as well known as other destinations in nova scotia, it is certainly worth the trip.
Its home to the highest tides in the world, beautiful rugged shorelines, and a wonderfully diverse group of whales. Please ensure that you provide contact information so we can respond. Bay of fundy new brunswick 2020 all you need to know. This phenomenon makes the water level change by 10 m 32. Bay of fundy, canada cruise port bay of fundy is located on the atlantic side of canada and is home to the highest tides in the world. As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching cruises yield important information on endangered or rare species of whales like the. See what attracts the great whales to our area explore tide pools with amazing diversity see predatorprey relationships, life and death battles live in action. Included in the day long adventure, your palate will be. Some sources believe the name fundy is a corruption of the french word fendu, meaning split, while others believe it comes from the.
This is a multiday walking and hiking holiday experience in nova scotia, including the bay of fundy, cape chignecto and the joggins fossil cliffs. This is to ensure that the whales are not disturbed from their natural routine or injured. The bay of fundy whales in micmac lore, it was a giant whale, who angered the god glooscap and created such a splash with his mighty tail, that the water sloshes back and forth to this day. Rte 217 to brier island, the gateway to the bay of fundy. Taking a brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia is watching whales and seabirds and much more. Choose between the famous historic jolly breeze tall ship and one of our two high speed zodiac vessels or experience both adventures. Daily departures from saint john, new brunswick, canada. Home to the highest tides in the world, the bay of fundy is a 170milelong ocean bay that stretches between the provinces of new brunswick and nova scotia on canadas east coast.
Our day together we experience part of the annapolis valley region, where we will explore the coast of the worldfamous bay of fundy. In actuality, the story of the tremendous bay of fundy tides is no less the stuff of legends. Our signature fundy coastal tour is based out of moncton, new brunswick and. Andrews by the sea whale watching sussex and their beautiful murals river route and historical capital city of fredericton coastal route fishing harbours and shores. Andrews for a spectacular tour of whale watching and tall ship adventures from the historic port of st. Join petit passage whale watch for a three hour cruise to the waters of the lower bay in search of whales and seabirds. We invite you to join us for an exciting sea adventure from the whale watching capital of nova scotia. The nutrientrich waters of the bay of fundy make it a feeding ground for marine life, and prime whale watching territory. The bay of fundy is a large ocean water area that is 150200km90120mi long and 50100km3060mi wide and is enclosed on three sides by the canadian provinces of nova scotia and. Twice a day the tide advances and retreats by as much as 52 feet 16 meters, leaving land previously covered by sea exposed and vice versa.
I went whale watching in nova scotia, canada, and was lucky to witness multiple humpback whales playing, whale watching in nova scotia see more. Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier. Witness the highest tidal changes in the world at bay of fundy. Hiking trails, kayaking tours and plenty of other outdoor activities await you in the sculpted coastline. This whale and seabird watching adventure is tonnes of fun with your hosts at. Halifax cruise ship shore tours halifax, nova scotia. The bay of fundy is one of the seven natural wonders of north america, and its easy to see why. The campobello island whale rescue team disentangles whales caught in fishermens gear and nets around the bay of fundy off the east coast of canada. The waters off nova scotias brier island and the bay of fundy are the summer feeding ground, nursery and play area for whales, dolphins, seabirds and a. The whale watching tours follow the bay of fundy marine tour operators code of ethics which includes no chasing, harassing or herding the whales.
Liz gill goes whale watching in new brunswicks bay of fundy where the nutrientrich atlantic waters attract more. Advocate boat tours we will open our doors again in june 2019. Andrews bythesea, island quest marine invites you to experience the authentic bay of fundy adventure. Guests experience both extreme high and low tides in the same day at hopewell rocks on the bay of. Step on board for an unforgettable boat tour to the most dramatic, aweinspiring places on the bay of fundy with the highest tides in the world advocate boat tours is based in advocate harbour, nova scotia, canada, on the upper bay of fundy. Andrews, a charming resort town on the bay of fundy, and home to the largest population of whale species.
Head for the bay of fundy and sail the ocean on safe vessels guided by experts who know. Jolly breeze bay of fundy whalewatching trips saint andrews. It is also joining a scientific survey studying an area teeming with marine life. Finback whales, minke whales and harbour porpoises are the first to. Whale watching on the bay of fundy its a whale of time in the bay of fundy. Tours plankton, periwinkles and predators take a tide pool peek into the fundy aquarium ecozone tour highlights collect and observe plankton from the waters of the bay. See the bay of fundy the location of the highest tides in the world. Mariner cruises has been offering nova scotia whale watching and birding tours off brier island, in the bay of fundy since 1994. One of the things we want to do is go whale watching. View download video if the video skips or is fuzzy, rightclick on the link above and select save target as. Situated on canadas east coast, the bay of fundy is known for its extreme tides. Finback whales, minke whales and harbour porpoises are the first to arrive in the spring.
Visit the cape dor lighthouse perched at the point where the minas basin meets the bay of fundy, or spend an afternoon wriggling your toes in the tidal flats of five islands park. Well tour through historic halifax as we make our way to the glooscap trail and the maitland area of nova scotia, on the shores of cobequid bay, minas basin, and the shubenacadie river. Planning a family vacation to nova scotia with 2 adults and 2 teenagers. Whale watching on the bay of fundy, on the edge of the unesco southwest nova biosphere reserve duration. Nova scotia whale watching tours, brier island, bay of fundy. Bay of fundy shoreline many of our tours take us to halls harbour, its a popular place to witness highlow tides, spectacular scenery and of course, lobster. Gael tours is teaming up with petit passage whale watch for a full day of excitement and discovery. A large ocean water area that is 150200km90120mi long and 50100km3060mi wide and is enclosed on three sides by the canadian provinces of nova scotia and new brunswick and the american state of maine. We are located 3 hrs from halifax, 2 hrs from moncton, nb, and 1. Best private bay of fundy tour shore excursion at halifax.
A young island entrepreneur who started his own boat tour business last year is hoping for a busy summer season as he awaits the completion of work on his new vessel. The huge incoming tides force back the flow of saint john river, creating whitewatertinged whirlpools, waves. Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier island. Ocean explorations whale adventures, tiverton, nova scotia. World class whale watching on the bay of fundy aboard the famous tall ship or our highspeed jet boat. To make sure that seating will be available for the tour date and. The bay of fundy is one of the richest marine habitats in the world and is therefore the summer feeding ground for many marine mammals, seabirds and saltwater invertebrates. Experience this dramatic event by rafting on a tidal bore, or opt for a whalewatching adventure. Bay of fundy recommended experience whale watching in beautiful brier island nova scotia canada. Andrews by the sea whale watching sussex and their beautiful murals river route and historical capital city of fredericton.
For humpback whales, the season begins in the early days of june and really starts to pick up. Andrews, a charming resort town, board a 55foot power catamaran to journey among islands and passages where tidal currents are strong. Bay of fundy tours, whale watching, lobster dinners. Some 350 million years ago, it was not glooscap, but rather the sun and moon who conspired to create this awe. Our signature fundy coastal tour is based out of moncton, new brunswick and is a oneofakind tour in canada and the world. Visit bay of fundy on your trip to new brunswick or canada. Since 2004, we have helped over 120,000 people from around the world experience a slice of life through, wondrous, exhilarating, soulfulfilling whale watching adventures in the spectacular bay of fundy. Bay of fundy coast to shore tour cruise excursion in saint. Stephen robinson, 30, started top of the island boat tours last year using a boat rented from.
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