Some of the outfitters are available throughout the year, while others offer whale watching near halifax just during the summer and fall. The humpback whale measures 57 feet and weighs 90,000 lbs. Although getting to cape breton takes a bit longer than. Going to digby tiverton area seems out of the way and will make for some very long days in the car and ruling out visits to peggys cove and some other desireable things. 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.
Nova scotia warm summer waters offer spectular opportunties for whale watching. At the sign of the whale gallery offers appraisals of canadian art and is an accredited member of the canadian association of personal property appraisers. Nova scotia whale watching tours and charters available. There are small exfishing boats moored next to the dartmouth ferry terminus, which advertise whale watching and deep sea fishing. I was especially impressed to learn that the northern right whale, the most endangered whale, visits our shores. I took a great tour in 2007 whalesightings guaranteed. Home to the biggest of the airports and the cruise ship terminal, the capital city is also the home port to several tour boats. Whale watchers can enjoy sightings of humpback whales, fin whales, minke whales, atlantic white sided dolphins and pilot whales.
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. Surrounded by three oceans, its no wonder that canada is an amazing destination for whale watchers. As the haze in my brain slowly turned into seminormal thought patterns, i remembered. The northernmost extent of whaling was ellesmere island. Depending on the length of the trip requested the following areas will be visited. The peak of whaling activity was from 1820 to 1840, when there were sometimes almost 100 vessels in the davis strait. Fin whales are an awesome sight,at 75 ft long, are massive next to our 28 ft long fibreglass hull zodiacs. Captain coxs tour takes in the area where the cabot strait meets the gulf of st. If you happen to come from new brunswick by ship, than stopping in digby first before going on to halifax might be your best option. The halifax tours might see a minke but it is rare to see much more while on the fundy you have the opportunity to see humpbacks, finbacks, right, minke and occasionally the huge blue. Most visitors spend some time in halifax while theyre exploring nova scotia. Organized whale watching started in the united states, when the cabrillo national monument in san diego was declared a public venue for observing the migration of gray whales.
Whale watching cape breton, nova scotia, canadacapt marks. Harbour tours take place in scenic halifax harbour. Swim with dolphins in mexico, caribbean and jamaica at dolphin discovery up to 39%. Whale song theatre is an emerging professional theatre company in halifax, ns. Properly documented appraisals are available for insurance, donation, estate disposition, and family division purposes. The halifax citadel sits with pride in the middle of the city and has been protecting it since the citys founding in 1749. We are located in freeport, long island, ns on the bay of fundy, which is known around the world for its high tides and its many different species of marine life during the summer months we are visited by humpback whales, fin whales, minke whales, endangered. It is also joining a scientific survey studying an area teeming with marine life.
Submissions must be directly related,impacts,interest of hrm area. Nova scotia whale watching whale watching tours in nova. Halifax grocery flyer specials browse the latest weekly grocery flyer sales in halifax below. The tail of a humpback whale in the atlantic ocean off the coast of newfoundland.
Jenny, the halifax posters may know better than me, but i would be very aprehensive about whale watching out of halifax at the best of times let alone that late in the season. Please fill in the other category with the rule that has been broken. 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. The view of the downtown area from the citadel is not to be mssed. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach where other marine. 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. Cape breton nova scotia whale watching tours keltic. My wife and daughter will be visiting and want to go whale watching but only have a day and half in the halifax area before leaving for pei. Please use the report button to report rule violations. Baleen whales our 3 most common baleen whales are finback whales, humpback whales and minke whales. Are there any good alternative locations for whale watching in nova scotia. The whale watching in the lunenburghalifax area is purely by luck if some are in the area feeding you might be lucky to see one. The best area is brier island as the large baleens congregate to feed there and your best for good viewings.
It keeps your details safe and private and means there are fewer ways for things to go wrong. Submissions directly related to nova scotia may be posted if subject matter is of direct interestto or has a direct impacton the hrm area. Sail with captain dennis cox, cape bretons most experienced whale watch captain. Most of the rightwhalerelevant shipping lanes from atlantic canada are included, but these are not comprehensive. I am not convinced although i would like to hear some more local opinion that most of the whale. In 1984, harold graham and other researchers began investigating reports of frequent sightings of cetaceans around brier island. Fourhour whalewatching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off. This digital product is a compilation of geological data which was collected as part of the mapping of the halifax area 11d12 by c.
I hauled what was left of me into the shower and found enough strength to get dressed. Whale watching in nova scotia nova scotia travel guide. Ocean explorations whale adventures, tiverton, nova scotia. Blanche is right we cant always guarantee whales in and near halifax harbour. The most important area for autumn whaling was cumberland sound. About brier island seabird and whale watch cruises. As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching cruises yield important information on endangered or rare species of whales like the. They found that the waters were ideally suited to studying cetaceans in the wild. I spent about 15 years going to sea and diving professionally in and around halifax harbour and rarely saw a whale. Trips usually last between two and three hours, though those from westport brier island tend to last longer between three and five. Whale watching nova scotia whale watching nova scotia. This is a relaxing, peaceful tour to the beautiful rocky coastline of duncans cove at chebucto head, the very edge of the halifax peninsula, where halifax harbor meets the ocean.
Although i have heard with changing weather patterns seem to be changing this in some areas. Express signin sign in securely and quickly with your fingerprint on compatible iphone. Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier. Whale watching can be found throughout the province, but one of the best whale watching spots is along cape bretons world famous cabot trail. Best time of day for whale watching nova scotia forum. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach near area where other. Most common species seen are the minke, humpback and fin whales. Where to go whale watching in nova scotia halifax forum.
Booking a tour with one of nova scotias whale watching companies will give youa better chance of seeing the whales than from the shore. This unique experience provides visitors with an opportunity to discover the beauty of northern cape breton and marine life near the coastlines. Find useful information, the address and the phone number of the local business you are looking for. 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. Protected area these polygons represent a number of critical habitat or areas of importance for right whales and other species in atlantic canada. How to see whales on your next trip to halifax discover. To avoid this, cancel and sign in to youtube on your computer. Ive been lucky each time ive taken the murphys on the water tour, thereve been minke whales in the outer harbour. Hello sunryz710, this is glenn from nova scotia tourism the best time of the year for whale watching is anytime between july and midoctober. The data was used to create nova scotia department of natural resources nsdnr open file map ofm me 2014010, compiled by c. Describes boat, tour, location, charter, pricing, amenities, accommodations and.
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. Tour director, biologist tom goodwin takes visitors to view whales, seals and sea birds in the bay of fundy. Opportunity to see species of minke whale, fin whale, dolphin, seals, tuna, sunfish, and a variety of seabirds. The humpback is most regularly seen in the bay of fundy but has also been seen in cape breton. Brier island whale and seabird cruises 223 water street, westport probably the most popular. Cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale watching. Four winds charters offer our services aboard a vessel that emphasizes safety and cleanliness. Locate and compare whale watching in truro ns, yellow pages local listings. Center deck space is open to provide an area for buffets, presentations or dancing. Actually, the current citadel is the 4th on this site. The upper deck provides a vantage point to enjoy the sun and scenery of nova scotia s beautiful coastline. It is really hard to imagine that we can come so close to these gigantic animals. Rare sightings of a beluga whale in the halifax area are raising questions about whether there is more than one of the animals nearby. Boat tours, whale watching, private charter, fishing trips.
Hoping every wave, every ripple is more than just that. In 1986, the public was invited to join the cruise, assisting in funding. Hospital visit from the carol burnett show full sketch duration. Search for humpback whales, sei whales, minke whales, pilot whales, dolphins and fin whales. Taking a brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia is watching whales and seabirds and much more. The impromptu rescue effort occurred monday at rainbow haven beach, east of halifax, after a person discovered a pilot whale had run aground overnight. Whale watching tours should be at the top of your list of activities on your nova scotia vacation. When we come out of the channel we may go west or east. If playback doesnt begin shortly, try restarting your device. This nature tour will provide you with some prime opportunities to see some wildlife. 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. The whale watching from halifax is iffy at best if you want to really experience the whales head to the digby neckbrier island area. Lunenburg whale watching tours 62 bluenose drive, lunenburg 3hour tour departing from lunenburg, a world heritage site approximately 100 kms from the halifax waterfront.
The carol burnett show official recommended for you. Videos you watch may be added to the tvs watch history and influence tv recommendations. 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. Locate and compare whale watching in halifax ns, yellow pages local listings. Our mobile banking app has extra security technology built in.