Whale watching tours should be at the top of your list of activities on your nova scotia vacation. If you require addition information about this website, please contact us. Lunenburg whale watching tours 2020 all you need to know. Whale watching in nova scotia nova scotia travel guide. The humpbacks dont start to arrive until june and by midjune that are very abundant. We invite you to join us for an exciting sea adventure from the whale watching capital of nova scotia. The second species of whale is the fin whale, they arrive typically early july.
When in nova scotia, youll want to make time to explore the bay of fundy, home to the. In august of this year, i had one of the most amazing wild life experiences of my life. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for. Minke whale washes ashore in nova scotia, cause of death. A front line worker in halifax was shocked when she went to pick up her bicycle from a local shop only to receive a new. In eastern canada, nova scotia and quebec are famed for their humpbacks, and. View all restaurants near ocean explorations whale cruises on tripadvisor. Our threehour tours include a variety of activities depending on the route and weather conditions. Notes from a place i never meant to leave hays, daniel on. 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. Ocean explorations nova scotias original zodiac whale adventures.
Sail with captain dennis cox, cape bretons most experienced whale watch captain. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours 325 water street, westport, nova scotia b0v 1h0 rated 4. Also, here is a link to the nova scotia doers and dreamers travel guide and other guides. Trips usually last between two and three hours, though those from westport brier island tend to last longer between three and five. Tours do depart from halifax, and if the city is your only stop in nova scotia it may be worth the trip. We plan to be in cape breton, specifically port hood, cheticamp, ingonish, and baddeck from june 8th to the 15th of june. Ocean explorations trip pricing departure times and duration might be flexible, to meet your schedule, depending on reservations and weather. Occasional observations of sperm whales occur between may and october in the. But whale watching tours arent just about the whales. Nova scotia researchers hoping to reel in bucks to help fund. The bay of fundy and northern cape breton are great spots for this great adventure.
Watch for humpbacks, huge finbacks, friendly minke and if youre lucky, atlantic whitesided dolphins or the rare north atlantic right whale. Fall and rise of the tide in the bay of fundy at halls harbour, nova scotia time lapse duration. Baleen whales our 3 most common baleen whales are finback whales, humpback whales and minke whales. It is also joining a scientific survey studying an area teeming with marine life. However, we definitely recommend the above areas, particularly the bay of fundy and cabot trail, over a halifax whale watching tour, as there is a good chance you wont see any whales from halifax. Taking a brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia is watching whales and seabirds and much more.
About us whale watching tours in brier island, nova scotia. See more ideas about whale watching, whale watching season and nova scotia. 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. Whale migrations should also factor into when youd like to go whale watching. September is a very pleasant month to see nova scotia. Make sure to check out my other nova scotia blog post here where i wrote about some of the mustsee and do things when in nova scotia. Finback whales, minke whales and harbour porpoises are the first to arrive in the spring. When amy tudor looked down at the carcass of a minke whale that washed ashore on a rugged stretch of the nova scotia coast, she wondered if it was the same playful mammal that swam around her tour. Nova scotia researchers hoping to reel in bucks to help fund massive whale display. Love boat whale cruises whale cruises in cheticamp, cape. During the whale watching season each year, many whales are sighted including the blue, minke, fin, humpback, sei, and pilot whales. Experience whale watching in nova scotia atlantic canada. 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. Humpbacks can mostly be met in june and july, finbacks from july to october.
Hello sunryz710, this is glenn from nova scotia tourism the best time of the year for whale watching is anytime between july and midoctober. Whale watching tours in an open inflatable style boat on the nova scotia side of the bay of fundy. Quebec the best tips for whale watching in quebec whaletrips. Brier island nova scotia whale watching tours by mariner.
The northern right whale is usually only seen in late summer to the fall. Mariner cruises has been offering nova scotia whale watching and birding. Officials are unsure whether the whales death is linked to a recent mysterious fish kill in the area. 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. Andrewsfundy isles are the minke whales, they usually arrive early june. 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. The best whale watching spots nova scotia whale cruisers. You can go whale watching from every side of nova scotia, which makes choosing where to go a bit of a challenge. Digby neck whalewatching rough guides rough guides. With 22 species of whales including the worlds largest population of. Find yourself aboard a whale watching tour with lively commentary and local tales as you. With the whale watching season running from june to october and the possibility of seeing upwards of 300 whales at a time, the bay of fundy is one of the best whale watching spots in nova. News dead blue whale cut open on nova scotia shore for.
Welcome to at the sign of the whale gallery carrying paintings and original prints by some of nova scotias finest artists. Dalhousie university researchers plan to mount a 63foot blue whale skeleton at the steele. 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. Swim with dolphins in mexico, caribbean and jamaica at dolphin discovery up to 39%. We are one of the oldest boat tour operators in nova scotia. Tangled whale came to nova scotia waterfront looking for help, rescuer says. Fin whales are an awesome sight,at 75 ft long, are massive next to our 28 ft long fibreglass hull zodiacs. I definitely suggest downloading a copy to help with your planning.
Search for humpback whales, sei whales, minke whales, pilot whales, dolphins and fin whales. The humpbacks dont start to arrive until june and by mid june that are very abundant. There are three cruises daily leaving from freeport, nova scotia 10am, 1pm and 6pm. Cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale watching. Whale watching can be found throughout the province, but one of the best whale watching spots is along cape bretons world famous cabot trail. Main targeted whale sightings are finback and humpback whales. 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. Three whales died this week in the maritimes the star. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours home facebook. 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. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach where other marine. In fact, the activity is really a mustexperience for any visitor, with the opportunity to see the finbacks and minkes that arrive in may and the humpbacks that come in june, all of which stick around through the summer and even.
Ocean explorations whale cruises tiverton 2020 all you. Cruises are offered daily from june through october, weather permitting. 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. Ocean explorations whale adventures, tiverton, nova scotia. Fourhour whalewatching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off. 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. Whale watching holidays orca watching canadian affair. At the sign of the whale nova scotia crafts and art gallery. Brier island is not only an unspoiled brigadoon, its also home to a number of whale watching expeditions. Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier. This species lives about 200 km off nova scotia regularly visiting the gully.
Halifax wildlife officials in the maritimes are dealing with a third dead whale in the past week. Any suggestions on the best area to go whale watching in nova scotia brier island, lunenburghalifax area or cape breton my family of 4. Canada is home to some of the worlds best places for whale watching, and the province of nova scotia truly offers the best of the best. Whales are guaranteed on every trip or full refund is provided. Guided tours with licensed captains and experienced interpreters. Uk 0203 424 6323 download brochure send an enquiry request a callback. 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. Where to go whale watching in nova scotia halifax forum. Beached whale saved by more than 100 nova scotians in. Top 5 whalewatching spots in new england and atlantic. The bay of fundy and northern cape breton are the best places to see whales in nova scotia.
In nova scotia and new brunswick, whales are best watched from halifax. A minke whale, spotted sunday morning at the mouth of the shubenacadie river in nova scotia, became beached and died before rescuers could get to it. Whale watching nova scotia is part of tourism nova scotia internet travel directory. As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching cruises yield important information on endangered or rare species of whales like the. 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. 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. Book a whale watching holiday in canada with canadian affair for the. Although i have heard with changing weather patterns seem to be changing this in some areas. Theres also the choice between the bigger cruisestyle boat or the smaller zodiac. Follow cape breton islands scenic cabot trail roadway north to pleasant bay, where several whalewatching boats operate many touting sighting guarantees and the whale interpretive centre is based. August is the best month for snorkeling with whales. 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. Tim is a local lobster fishermen with over 20 years experience whale watching. Below are some of the best whale watching spots in nova scotia.
Video taken on june 16, 20 in the bay of fundy, nova scotia, canada. Karen is a graduate of the nova scotia agricultural college with a diploma in animal health technology. Breathe in the fresh ocean air, soak up the breathtaking scenery, and just enjoy this incredible moment. Between may and september, you can see these them feed, frolic and even. 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. The peak season for whale watching in this region is between may and september, and they can be seen from the shores. Mariner cruises has been offering nova scotia whale watching and birding tours off brier island, in the bay of fundy since 1994. 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. At the sign of the whales online presence is a continuation of its 33 year storefront gallery which closed in early 2014. Whale watching cape breton, nova scotia, canadacapt marks. The whales prey on the abundant krill, capelin, and squid. Things are busy until labour day, on the first monday of the month this holiday makes the last long weekend of the summer the final chance for many people to slip away to the cottage. Go whale watching in nova scotia during the summer and fall as you watch for any of the 12. All our whale watch companies follow a strict code of ethics to ensure safe and.
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