Ive done a fundy whale tour, also have visited cape breton and observed whales and the whale boats from shore a number of times but havent gone out on the water there. Come to delightful brier island for a relaxed pace, single centre holiday overlooking the bay. 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. Trips usually last between two and three hours, though those from westport brier island tend to last longer between three and five hours. I see youre looking for information on the whale watching season. 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. Whale watching holidays orca watching canadian affair. Whale watching in nova scotia nova scotia travel guide.
If adventure is your middle name, have we got the ride for you. Describes boat, tour, location, charter, pricing, amenities, accommodations and. Whale watching nova scotia whale watching nova scotia. This package includes inn, resort or cottage accommodations your choice. This unique experience provides visitors with an opportunity to discover the beauty of northern cape breton and marine life near the coastlines. Those people under the age of 19 wishing to travel on the zodiac will require a parent or legal guardian to sign a waiver on their behalf at or before checkin. In 1988, brier island whale and seabird cruises became a limited company and continues to lead research and. Flying out on may 14, 2020 returning on may 21, 2020 2 adults 0 child 0 infant. To order presentationready copies of toronto star content for distribution to. Our intention is to provide firstclass service with genuine cape breton hospitality to satisfy our valued guests and share a stimulating, memorable. While there is not specific whale watching season, the tour operators usually begin operating sometime in midjune. About us whale watching tours in brier island, nova scotia.
The bay of fundy and northern cape breton are great spots for this great adventure. Had to go out for maybe 8 miles but the ride in itself was nice too. 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. Keltic express zodiac adventures keza, an adventure tour whale watching company found on the.
This is a question that i get a lot when i speak with folks visiting nova scotia. Combining birdwatching with whale watching, we shall enjoy fabulous boat trips for close up views of humpback and hopefully the very rare northern right, plus fin whale and seabirds such as great shearwater and wilsons phalarope. The crew pointed out land marks and talked about the different type of fishing that we encountered on the cruise out. Any suggestions on the best area to go whale watching in nova scotia brier island, lunenburghalifax area or cape breton my family of 4. Nova scotia keltic express whale watching tours ingonish cabot trail, ingonish, nova scotia. It is also joining a scientific survey studying an area teeming with marine life. Most common species seen are the minke, humpback and fin whales. At the sign of the whale nova scotia crafts and art gallery. Pictures of whale watching near digby nova scotia canada.
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. I have gone several times in cape breton and once in the digby area and they were all wonderful trips here is some information. 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. Ocean explorations zodiac whale cruises, things to do in nova scotia, including whale watching, sea kayaking, rockhounding, golfing, hiking and sailing. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach where other marine. There are so many whales in this stretch of water, sightings are as close as you can get to guaranteed. 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. From may until midoctober, captain zodiac entertains customers with sightings of.
The best time of the year for whale watching is anytime between july and midoctober. Zodiacs seat 12 passengers and are our fastest boats. We took the dockside whale watching tour out of digby on aug 15, 2012. Another ferry brought us to brier island, which is mostly known for the whale watching tours in the bay of fundy. Zodiac adventures ingonish cape breton, nova scotia whale. The massive amount of untapped energy of the bay of fundy is the fuel for a fragile ecosystem that provides a nutritious food supply to numerous species of birds, fish, bottomdwellers like lobsters and scallops, and of course whales. While there is not specific whale watching season, the tour operators usually begin. The best fin whales, humpback whales, minke whales, pilot whales, dolphins, seals and many seabirds.
Captain tom was an amazing guide and we got to see humpback whales and others so close. Nova scotia tours from tauck take you to the picturesque prince edward island. At the sign of the whale gallery and pottery studio specializing in fine art from nova scotia. 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 joining him for one year, with their child actually, daniels step son, and two dogs, and live on this remote hunk of rock. Digby is a very pleasant town and home to the digby scallop fleet. Whale watching on brier island, near digby, nova scotia turns into a lesson in patience. Experience whale watching in nova scotia atlantic canada. If you require addition information about this website, please contact us. I went whale watching in nova scotia, canada, and was lucky to witness multiple humpback whales playing, whale watching in nova scotia see more. Ocean explorations whale adventures, tiverton, nova scotia.
Cruises are offered daily from june through october, weather permitting. Soon after leaving the harbour the sailor said look, there is a mink whale and we saw a dot in the distance disappearing below the waves. Captain zodiac whale cruise is located in the scenic fishing village of cheticamp, at the base of the cape breton highlands national park. 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. I have gone several times in cape breton and once in the digby area and they were all wonderful trips.
More than 30 species of whale live off canadas shores. As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching cruises yield important information on endangered or rare species of whales like the. Top 10 hotels in digby, nova scotia cancel free on most. Another group of beached whales in nova scotia has been helped back out to sea, marking the second time this week that concerned residents. You can go whale watching from every side of nova scotia, which makes choosing where to go a bit of a challenge. 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. 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 midoctober. We search the waters off cape breton island for migratory whales returning to feed each season. By signing up for this newsletter, you are agreeing to the terms of the privacy policy. Shop for deals across a selection of hotels, starting at usd 38 per night. There are generally two main areas of whale watching in nova scotia. Take highway 217 west from digby toward the east ferry on digby neck.
Digby neck whalewatching rough guides rough guides. Prices and schedules tourists watching whales off brier island, digby neck. Nova scotias original zodiac ocean explorations whale. See a humpback whale visiting the zodiac boat we are traveling in. Carrying paintings and original prints by some of nova scotias finest artists. Baleen whales our 3 most common baleen whales are finback whales, humpback whales and minke whales. Pilot whales friendliest cape breton residents dolphinsporpoises speedyacrobatic minke whales smallest baleen whales. News dead blue whale cut open on nova scotia shore for. Most people say the digby area is better because you are more likely to see very large whales, including the right whale. Captain zodiac whale cruise tourism nova scotia, canada. Tour director, biologist tom goodwin takes visitors to view whales, seals and sea birds in the bay of fundy.
Describes boat, tour, location, charter, pricing, amenities, accommodations and contact information. I highly recommend ocean exploration zodiac whale watching tours. 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. 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 general my understanding is that fundy is known for the larger species while in cape breton you are more likely to see the smaller species, but perhaps more of them e. During whale watching season, theres nothing like seeing the fluke of a humpback whale disappearing. A dead whale has washed up in the same area of western. Whale watch in the bay of fundy digby neck nova scotia. Cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale watching.
Dolphins in cape breton,nova scotia with captain zodiac. Finback whales huge at 75 ft long humpback whales entertainers right whales rare species. Search for cheap and discount holiday inn hotel rates in digby, ns for your family, individual or group travels. From may until mid october, captain zodiac entertains customers with. 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. Pilot whales which travel in pods, and minke whales. 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. Finback whales huge at 75 ft longhumpback whales entertainerspilot whales friendliest cape breton residentsdolph. Explore one of the best whale watch tours out of tiverton on digby neck, nova scotia, canada.
Ocean explorations zodiac whale cruises bay of fundy. Whale washes up on nova scotia beach where other marine species have been found dead. 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. Brier island is the most western point in nova scotia.
Captain zodiac whale cruise is located in the scenic fishing village of cheticamp. From our house we can look out and watch them jump out of the water in the summertime. A whale continues to rot on a nova scotia beach as officials say its best to let nature take its course with the giant carcass. Cape breton nova scotia whale watching tours keltic. We are currently taking reservations for the 2020 season for the zodiac and for the mega nova. We proceeded on and caught the second ferry over to brier island for our next adventure which was to take a zodiac boat out to. Digby is loved for its boating and whale watching, and has lots of places to visit including annapolis basin look off provincial park, digby heritage centre, and trinity anglican church. Theres also the choice between the bigger cruisestyle boat or the smaller zodiac. Nova scotia keltic express whale watching tours ingonish. Fin whales are an awesome sight,at 75 ft long, are massive next to our 28 ft long fibreglass hull zodiacs. Minke whale washes ashore in nova scotia, cause of death not known.
The province is known for its excellent whale watching opportunities. Zodiac boats are a great choice if youre looking for excitement in your whale watching tour. Hi lowcountrysandlapper, its victoria from nova scotia tourism. Stay connected with the latest stories and experiences from nova scotia. An expert on marine mammals says theres not enough information to link the death of a humpback whale to the thousands of dead sea creatures which have washed up near digby, n. Two big humback whales made their own show around the boat for 1,5 hours. 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. Cape breton islands best whale watching in cheticamp, nova scotia. 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.
Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier. Jan 19, 2017 nova scotia dead whale videos and latest news articles. Continue on the 217 to freeport and take a second 10 minute ferry to brier island. Sign up for first up, the stars new daily email newsletter. Ocean explorations zodiac whale cruises took some lucky passengers on an extraordinary whale tour off the coast of nova scotia on aug. Cape breton whale watching,nova scotia whale watching,zodiac. Whale watching in beautiful brier island nova scotia canada. This copy is for your personal noncommercial use only. Thousands of people arrive in the east coast province each year for the privilege of seeing these mammoth, marvelous, mammals. 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. I went to brier island last summer and the zodiac tour was so much fun.
Stunning video captures triple whale breaching off coast of nova. Digby neck and islands are one of the best places in north america for whale watching. At the sign of the whales online presence is a continuation of its 33 year storefront gallery which closed in early 2014. Ocean explorations zodiac whale cruises nova scotia. Minke whale washes ashore in nova scotia, cause of death. An expert on marine mammals says theres not enough information to link the death of a humpback whale to those of thousands of others of sea creatures which washed up near digby, n. Paul gidney found the whale at sandy cove beach on digby neck two. Taking a brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia is watching whales and seabirds and much more.
Although i have heard with changing weather patterns seem to be changing this in some areas. Take the 10 minute ferry ride to tiverton which is on long island. 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. Ocean explorations zodiac whale cruises tourism nova scotia. Digby neck is the top destination for whale watching in nova scotia from june through october, boats go daily to spot humpback, minke and pilot whales. Whale watching nova scotia is part of tourism nova scotia internet travel directory. The drawback for some is that it may take much longer on the water to reach the whales.
Notes from a place i never meant to leave hays, daniel on. As some great whale watching takes place on a foggy day, so dont let weather discourage you. My daughter and i took out a deck of cards and played, appropriately. In southern nova scotia the digby neck area and in the north western cape breton. About keltic express zodiac adventures cape breton, nova. Tangled whale came looking for help in digby, nova scotia. Nova scotia fine art located in yarmouth, nova scotia. The yellow roads of europe are routes off the beaten path that bring you. Sep 10, 2012 captain zodiac whale cruise is now available in cape breton island nova scotia.
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