As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching cruises yield important information on endangered or rare species of whales like the. 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. Main targeted whale sightings are finback and humpback whales. It is also joining a scientific survey studying an area teeming with marine life. But, to give a bit of feedback for cape breton in cheticamp, we went out on a large zodiac style boat, that was a lot of fun on another occasion, we used the services of captain coxs whale watch located in bay st. Brier island is not only an unspoiled brigadoon, its also home to a number of whale watching expeditions. Whales are guaranteed on every trip or full refund is provided.
About keltic express zodiac adventures cape breton, nova. Also, here is a link to the nova scotia doers and dreamers travel guide and other guides. Brier island nova scotia whale watching tours by mariner. If you require addition information about this website, please contact us. Digby neck whalewatching rough guides rough guides. Fourhour whalewatching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off. In august of this year, i had one of the most amazing wild life experiences of my life. Taking a brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia is watching whales and seabirds and much more.
This is a tour of whale watching that you can go on here on the island. The northern right whale is usually only seen in late summer to the fall. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours home facebook. 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. Whale tour photo gallery keltic express zodiac whale watching adventures on the cabot trail, cape breton island, nova scotia, canada. Fin whales are an awesome sight,at 75 ft long, are massive next to our 28 ft long fibreglass hull zodiacs. From the canso causeway follow the trans canada highway 105 to the cabot trail. 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.
Finback whales, minke whales and harbour porpoises are the first to arrive in the spring. Whale tour photo gallery cape breton nova scotia whale. The bay of fundy and northern cape breton are great spots for this great adventure. In 1988, brier island whale and seabird cruises became a limited company and continues to lead research and. Im sharing some photos of our one week in nova scotiawhat to see, what to do, where to stay and what to eat. Sail with captain dennis cox, cape bretons most experienced whale watch captain. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach near area where other. 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. Whale watching tours should be at the top of your list of activities on your nova scotia vacation. Nova scotia whale watching seabird tours mariner cruises has been offering nova scotia whale watching and birding tours off brier island, in the bay of fundy since 1994. Not yet clear what led to humpback whales death on nova.
Theres also the choice between the bigger cruisestyle boat or the smaller zodiac. 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. Andrews, grand manan and campobello island in new brunswick and out of various harbours near digby, nova scotia. Although i have heard with changing weather patterns seem to be changing this in some areas. In southern nova scotia the digby neck area and in the north western cape breton. My page on travelling to nova scotia will help you in getting to the province. About lunenburg whale watching tours we are one of the oldest boat tour operators in nova scotia. Swim with dolphins in mexico, caribbean and jamaica at dolphin discovery up to 39% off. It was our first trip to the east coast of canada and we were not disappointed. 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 of a breach. See more ideas about whale watching, whale watching season and nova scotia.
I went whale watching in nova scotia, canada, and was lucky to witness multiple humpback whales playing. 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. You can get to the city in a couple of different ways. In addition to fin, minke, and humpback whales, youll get the chance to see dolphins, puffins, leatherback turtles and so much more. Welcome to at the sign of the whale gallery carrying paintings and original prints by some of nova scotias finest artists. Karen is a graduate of the nova scotia agricultural college with a diploma in animal health technology. Ocean explorations whale adventures, tiverton, nova scotia. Digby neck whalewatching 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 whalewatching excursions from late may to. Search for humpback whales, sei whales, minke whales, pilot whales, dolphins and fin whales. About us whale watching tours in brier island, nova scotia.
The humpbacks dont start to arrive until june and by midjune that are very abundant. Watch for humpbacks, huge finbacks, friendly minke and if youre lucky, atlantic whitesided dolphins or the rare north atlantic right whale. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours 325 water street, westport, nova scotia b0v 1h0 rated 4. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach where other marine species have been found dead. Tim is a local lobster fishermen with over 20 years experience whale watching. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach near area where other species found dead. If are travelling by plane, train, cruise ship or tour bus chances are you will be brought directly into the city. Brier island whale and seabird cruises 223 water st.
Andrewsfundy isles are the minke whales, they usually arrive early june. 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. Whale watching tours in an open inflatable style boat on the nova scotia side of the bay of fundy. Fourhour whale watching cruise for one, two, or four adults from cape ann whale watch up to 40% off. We recently traveled to nova scotia, one of canadas scenic maritime provinces. 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. Whale watching can be found throughout the province, but one of the best whale watching spots is along cape bretons world famous cabot trail. Beached whale saved by more than 100 nova scotians in.
If youre visiting nova scotia s south shore, consider a whale watching tour out of the picturesque town of lunenburg. Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier. Video taken on june 16, 20 in the bay of fundy, nova scotia, canada. Ocean explorations nova scotias original zodiac whale adventures. For over 30 years whale cove summer village has provided vacation cottages to families from all over the world. Bay of fundy whale watching tours are run out of st. Whale watching cape breton, nova scotia, canadacapt marks.
Cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale watching. The best time of the year for whale watching is anytime between july and midoctober. Video tour to view the video simply click the link below. 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. 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. Watch whales, eagles, seals and seabirds at the top of cape breton island with the fraser family. Whale watching nova scotia is part of tourism nova scotia internet travel directory. As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching. Lots of past discussion regarding just this is available by typing whalewatching into the search function here at the nova scotia forum i personally have not done any whalewatching tours out of cape breton island but have had many successful trips from the brier island location have a look at these possibilities for that location. Gatherings of families and friends from far and wide meet on the peaceful and safe shores of our pristine coastline. Finback whales, minke whales and harbour porpoises are the first to. Whale watching in nova scotia nova scotia travel guide. The tail of a humpback whale in the atlantic ocean off the coast of newfoundland. Baleen whales our 3 most common baleen whales are finback whales, humpback whales and minke whales.
Team of oxen by maud lewis see under art collector click to see herbert hatt collection. Cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale watching,zodiac. We invite you to join us for an exciting sea adventure from the whale watching capital of nova scotia. Lunenburg whale watching tours 2020 all you need to know. Take the cabot trail to cape north and take the bay st. This is a question that i get a lot when i speak with folks visiting nova scotia. Sep 25, 2016 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. Mar 25, 2016 c and i were joined by his family on a trip to nova scotia. Whale migrations should also factor into when youd like to go whale watching. Our intention is to provide firstclass service with genuine cape breton hospitality to satisfy our valued guests and share a stimulating, memorable.
Brier island whale and seabird cruises home facebook. You can go whale watching from every side of nova scotia, which makes choosing where to go a bit of a challenge. Notes from a place i never meant to leave hays, daniel on. Mariner cruises has been offering nova scotia whale watching and birding tours off brier island, in the bay of fundy since 1994. Commonly sighted aboard these whale watching tours are the humpback whale, minke whales, and finback whales. Cruises are offered daily from june through october, weather permitting. Nova scotia not yet clear what led to humpback whales death on nova scotia shore its too soon to say whats behind the death of a humpback whale that washed up on nova scotias fundy shore near. I definitely suggest downloading a copy to help with your planning.
Surrounded by three oceans, its no wonder that canada is an amazing destination for whale watchers. Dec 29, 2016 whale washes up on nova scotia beach near area where other species found dead. Brier island whale and seabird cruises, westport, nova scotia. Locally owned and operated, oshan whale watch offers guided tours with a coast guard trained crew. Whale watching nova scotia whale watching nova scotia. Experience whale watching in nova scotia atlantic canada. I especially could not believe my luck to witness whales breaching several times on my first whale watching trip ever. Brier island nova scotia whale watching tours by mariner cruises. The second species of whale is the fin whale, they arrive typically early july.
At the sign of the whales online presence is a continuation of its 33 year storefront gallery which closed in early 2014. There are generally two main areas of whale watching in nova scotia. 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. Breathe in the fresh ocean air, soak up the breathtaking scenery, and just enjoy this incredible moment. Our threehour tours include a variety of activities depending on the route and weather conditions. At the sign of the whale nova scotia crafts and art gallery. 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.
C and i were joined by his family on a trip to nova scotia. But whale watching tours arent just about the whales. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for. The bay of fundy and northern cape breton are the best places to see whales in nova scotia. Captain coxs tour takes in the area where the cabot strait meets the gulf of st.
Officials are unsure whether the whales death is linked to a recent mysterious fish kill in the area. Aug 04, 2014 this is a tour of whale watching that you can go on here on the island. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach where other marine. We wanted to explore a little bit of our own country and we were so amazed by how beautiful the east coast is. View download video if the video skips or is fuzzy, rightclick on the link above and select save target as. 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. 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. 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. The 10 most breathtaking places to go whale watching in. Minke whale washes ashore in nova scotia, cause of death.
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