We search the waters off cape breton island for migratory whales returning to feed each season. Well, the whales start to arrive in the spring and stay until late fall. Taking a brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia is watching whales and seabirds and much more. Whale creek is a family owned and operated campground located in walton, nova scotia on the scenic minas basin. Great trip, seen lots of whales, very knowledgeable crew members, boat is very steady, the boat ride is 23 hours long, bring extra clothing as it gets cold in the bay. Combinations of harbour tours and whale watching packages are available. Theres also the choice between the bigger cruisestyle boat or the smaller zodiac. Do a search right below this post or on the nova scotia page for tripadvisor. With breathtaking sunsets and beautiful views the water meets the land to offer 50 sites and camper rentals to anyone looking to relaxing and enjoying picturesque nova scotia and some of the worlds highest tides. Brier island whale and seabird cruises home facebook. Whale watching cape breton, nova scotia, canadacapt marks. As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching cruises yield important information on endangered or rare species of whales like the humpback, finback and right whales, and on other species of cetaceans whales, dolphins and porpoises and on seabirds. Cape breton nova scotia whale watching tours keltic. Aug 04, 2014 this is a tour of whale watching that you can go on here on the island.
We had a great and an amazing experience with mariner cruises, we really enjoyed the trip and the whale watching and its definitely something we would do again with them. Ingonish whale watching 2020 all you need to know before. Swim with dolphins in mexico, caribbean and jamaica at dolphin discovery up to 39%. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours home facebook. Whale watching in sydney more than 45 species of whales, dolphins and porpoises can be found in waters surrounding australia. Photo gallery brier island nova scotia whale watching. Fourhour whale watching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off. Watch for humpbacks, huge finbacks, friendly minke and if youre lucky, atlantic whitesided dolphins or the rare north atlantic right whale. Normally minke and fin whales are observed in the summer and early fall. Whether you are a local or a visitor, whale watching in sydney on the iconic sydney harbour and surrounding coastline is a magical experience.
There are generally two main areas of whale watching in 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. 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. Directions heading north from the canso causeway via baddeck. Finback whales, minke whales and harbour porpoises are the first to arrive in the spring. You may see a few pilot whales but that would be all. 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. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach near area where other. Another group of beached whales in nova scotia has been helped back out to sea, marking the second time this week that concerned residents joined together to save a stranded pod. We invite you to join us for an exciting sea adventure from the whale watching capital of nova scotia. Love boat whale cruises whale cruises in cheticamp, cape. The two best places are the western bay of fundy and western cape breton. Look for pictures of common and rare species of whale, including humpback, minke, fin and right whales and others. Fourhour whalewatching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off.
Fin whales are an awesome sight,at 75 ft long, are massive next to our 28 ft long fibreglass hull zodiacs. The cabot trail cape breton island, nova scotia cb island. Whale watchers enjoyed great views from balmoral and the manly scenic walkway in sydney harbour national park at dobroyd head. Describes boat, tour, location, charter, pricing, amenities, accommodations and. Whale watching tours in nova scotia whale cruisers. The bay of fundy and northern cape breton are great spots for this great adventure. Mariner cruises has been offering nova scotia whale watching and birding tours off brier island, in the bay of fundy since 1994. Larger versions of the photos below can be seen by simply clicking a photo. Brier island whale and seabird cruises, westport, nova scotia. This is a question that i get a lot when i speak with folks visiting nova scotia. 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.
I went whale watching in nova scotia, canada, and was. 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. The diverse waters off the cabot trail are abundant with marine life, making it one of the best locations in nova scotia to experience a close. Photo gallery mariner cruises would like to share with you some of the great photos that we collected over the years. You will leave the cabot trail in cape north and drive approximately 19 km 12 miles further north to. Digby neck whalewatching rough guides rough guides. Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier. Please contact us to request more information about our campground and services or to provide feedback about. Whale watchers can enjoy sightings of humpback whales, fin whales, minke whales, atlantic white sided dolphins and pilot whales. The northern right whale is usually only seen in late summer to the fall. About us whale watching tours in brier island, nova scotia.
Cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale watching. C and i were joined by his family on a trip to nova scotia. The humpback whale measures 57 feet and weighs 90,000 lbs. 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. New harris, nova scotia campground north sydney cabot trail. You can go whale watching from every side of nova scotia, which makes choosing where to go a bit of a challenge. Not yet clear what led to humpback whales death on nova. We wanted to explore a little bit of our own country and we were so amazed by how beautiful the east coast is. For cape breton you can go from cheticamp, pleasant bay and bay st. Traveling from halifax, follow the trans canada 102 to truro trans canada 104 to cape breton and the canso causeway. Whale watching trips take place at the mouth of the hearbour. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach where other marine. I was traveling up from new york through maine, new brunswick and nova scotia for whale watching. Take the scenic route 19 along the coast to dunvegan, and then follow route 219 until you reach us just before margaree harbour.
Nova scotia is very popular for its several whale watching tours, attracting hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. Beluga whale sanctuary likely on its way to nova scotia provincial. Whale watching in nova scotia nova scotia travel guide. 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. Swim with dolphins in mexico, caribbean and jamaica at dolphin discovery up to 39% off.
Mar 25, 2016 c and i were joined by his family on a trip to nova scotia. Keltic express zodiac adventures is located at 101 wharf road in ingonish, on the cabot trail, cape breton island, nova scotia. This unique experience provides visitors with an opportunity to discover the beauty of northern cape breton and marine life near the coastlines. In nsw, its common to see humpback whales, southern right whales and dolphins, but you may also spot orcas, blue whales, minke whales and sperm whales. The humpbacks dont start to arrive until june and by midjune that are very abundant. Any suggestions on the best area to go whale watching in nova scotia brier island, lunenburghalifax area or cape breton my family of 4. 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. It is really hard to imagine that we can come so close to these gigantic animals. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours 325 water street, westport, nova scotia b0v 1h0 rated 4.
Does anyone know of a reputable company that offers whale watching in cape breton. It is extraordinary to think that right in the heart of australias largest city you can have a unique whale watching experience. 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. Experience whale watching in nova scotia atlantic canada.
Cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale watching,zodiac. In august of this year, i had one of the most amazing wild life experiences of my life. Nova scotia whale watching tours and charters available. 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. See the bay of fundy link below for ns information about whale watching. Notes from a place i never meant to leave hays, daniel on. 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. Gatherings of families and friends from far and wide meet on the peaceful and safe shores of our pristine coastline.
Sep 25, 2016 i have researched extensively about the best whale watching tours in nova scotia, where one would be guaranteed to see the whales, and the one place that consistently came up with great ratings was whale watching tours in brier island in the bay of fundy in digby county, nova scotia, canada. Sydney cruise australia vacations msc grand voyages msc. 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. 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 into october. Thousands of visitors and residents have been introduced to the wonderful world of whales. In southern nova scotia the digby neck area and in the north western cape breton. Dec 5, 2015 many people ask mewhen is whale watching season in nova scotia. At the sign of the whale nova scotia crafts and art gallery. Margaree harbour nova scotia canada send email to whale cove web. It is pretty cool to go out on the water and see the whales and seals and what ever else you get a chance to see in the ocean. Watch for whales from one of many dramatic vista points. To help you begin your trip, we have made a list of top six whale watching tours in nova scotia. Cape breton islands best whale watching in cheticamp, nova scotia. Nature lovers normally just get to admire whales from a distance, but in july 20 a southern right whale was seen off bondi beach.
From the canso causeway, travel north on highway 105 past baddeck. Tour director, biologist tom goodwin takes visitors to view whales, seals and sea birds in the bay of fundy. I was especially impressed to learn that the northern right whale, the most endangered whale, visits our shores. Whale cove is located 3km 2 mi off the cabot trail on the scenic ceilidh trail. Whale watching in beautiful brier island nova scotia canada. North sydney cabot trail koa is located in new harris, nova scotia and offers great camping sites. This is a tour of whale watching that you can go on here on the island. The humpback is most regularly seen in the bay of fundy but has also been seen in cape breton. As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching cruises yield important information on endangered or rare species of whales like the. 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. News dead blue whale cut open on nova scotia shore for.
For the bay of fundy you can take trips from saint andrews new brunswick. Brier island whale and seabird cruises 223 water st. Cape breton nova scotia whale watching tours keltic express. At the sign of the whales online presence is a continuation of its 33 year storefront gallery which closed in early 2014. Ocean explorations whale adventures, tiverton, nova scotia.
Baleen whales our 3 most common baleen whales are finback whales, humpback whales and minke whales. 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. It is also joining a scientific survey studying an area teeming with marine life. But the prime spot is the bay of fundy accessed from new brunswick or nova scotia, a marine paradise because the waters are important feeding grounds for whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, and seabirds.
Welcome to at the sign of the whale gallery carrying paintings and original prints by some of nova scotias finest artists. 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. Trips usually last between two and three hours, though those from westport brier island tend to last longer between three and five. 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. Although i have heard with changing weather patterns seem to be changing this in some areas.
Guided tours with licensed captains and experienced interpreters. Nova scotia warm summer waters offer spectular opportunties for whale watching. The bay of fundy and northern cape breton are the best places to see. Whale watching cape breton island forum tripadvisor. 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. I drove all the way up to cape breton island in hopes of seeing longfinned pilot whales in the wild. Booking a tour with one of nova scotias whale watching companies will give youa better chance of seeing the whales than from the shore. Whale watching in sydney official sydney tourism website.
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