We were able to see some awesome whales during our virtual whale watching builds today. Its not a very long walk, but do take some time to enjoy watching the seals. Any suggestions on the best area to go whale watching in nova scotia brier island, lunenburghalifax area or cape breton my family of 4. Brier island is a mustvisit destination to enjoy some of the best scenery in the world and when you need to enjoy life to its fullest. About mariner cruises whale and seabird tours come have a whale of a time with mariner cruises. As nova scotias ecotourism destination, brier island is famous for its whale watching, bird watching and coastal hiking. You can also find the distance from halifax to brier island using other travel options like bus, subway, tram, train and rail.
We are also taking special reservations for our 2020 34th anniversary special. Trips usually last between two and three hours, though those from westport brier island tend to last longer between three and five. Brier island, ns 7 day forecast environment canada. Video tour of brier island photographers guide to nova. Visa, mastercard, american express and direct debit are accepted. Am i understanding correctly that i need to take a ferry with my car to get there. One of nova scotias bestkept secrets, brier island is remote island at the westernmost tip of the province. Brier island is an island in the bay of fundy in digby county, nova scotia. Digital geological data generated as part of the north mountain basalt mapping project 20002004, from brier island to cape split, digby, annapolis and kings counties, by d. Whale watching off brier island experience nova scotia.
Brier island, strategically located on the atlantic flyway, is an excellent place for bird watching, especially during fall migration. Brier island whale and seabird cruises is a bay of fundy recommended experience. Digby neck whalewatching rough guides rough guides. Mariner cruises westport, brier island 902 839 2346, novascotiawhalewatching. Brier island whale watching tour digby message board. Geological mapping of north mountain basalt novascotia. 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. As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching cruises yield important information on endangered or rare species of whales like the. Current conditions and forecasts including 7 day outlook, daily highlow temperature, warnings, chance of precipitation, pressure, humiditywind chill when applicable historical data, normals, record values and sunrisesunset times. 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. Whale watching in nova scotia nova scotia travel guide. Enjoy the best brier island vacation using our trip planner. Dennis kent has provided some history of this lighthouse. This unique experience provides visitors with an opportunity to discover the beauty of northern cape breton and marine life near the coastlines.
Finback whales, minke whales and harbour porpoises are. 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. Brier island whale and seabird cruises, westport, nova scotia. The 10 best things to do in brier island updated 2020. 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. Brier island nature reserve nature destinations destinations. Enjoy our friendlines, hospitality and expertise on board the chad and sisters two as you watch whales and birds while sailing on the famous bay of fundy waters off of brier island. Brier island is one of our favourite places to visit.
Apart from the trip distance, refer directions from halifax to brier island for road driving directions. Make sure you visit brier island after your cruise. See 2 photos and 2 tips from 25 visitors to brier island whale watching. We invite you to join us for an exciting sea adventure from the whale watching capital of nova scotia. The island is the westernmost part of nova scotia and the southern end of the north mountain ridge with long island lying immediately northeast. You can also check out brier island whale and seabird cruises in nova scotia. You can go whale watching from every side of nova scotia, which makes choosing where to go a bit of a challenge.
Located on the narrow, westernmost tip of nova scotia called digby neck and surrounded by the bay of fundy and the highest tides in the world, rugged. Brier island whale and seabird cruises westport 2020. 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. Bed and breakfast brier island resorts halifax cape breton. The local economy is driven by the yearround commercial fishing industry and the seasonal tourism industry, which is largely focused on whale watching tours. Brier island is one of the most charming places to visit in nova scotia. This lighthouse is at the end of the digby neck after crossing with two ferry boat rides adding more to the adventure. Brier island whale and seabird cruises nova scotia whale. Jul 22, 2017 brier island gets its fair number of visitors looking for a whale watching boat rides. There are many parking facilities located within the area. I thought we might catch a glimpse of a whale from a distance, i really didnt expect to be up close next to a whale. A quick visiting guide to brier island, nova scotias hidden gem.
Considering the trip we took in late june with brier. Find your new real estate listing quickly and with confidence. The bay of fundy, with a coast shared by nova scotia and new brunswick, has the highest tides in the world. Nova scotias best whale watching and birding tour adventures on the bay of fundy from westport, brier island, nova scotias whale watching capital. Relax and take it easy on a cape islanderstyle boat with an onboard washroom, or bundle yourself into an orange survival suit and jump aboard a fastmoving zodiac raft. 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. Travelers, birders and whale watching enthusiasts can enjoy a whale watch cruise, explore brier island and its natural wonders and return to quiet nova scotia. I felt totally cutoff from the world when i was there and i loved it. Brier island packs in everything that makes nova scotia great. The most western point in nova scotia, brier island and the town of westport are a stunning example of life on the east coast of canada. Tucked away at the end of digby neck, it takes two ferry rides to get there, including a stop on long island, and makes you feel like youre going to the ends of the earth. Brier island half hike near digby, ns a hiking trail. Brier island gets its fair number of visitors looking for a whale watching boat rides. Whale watching on brier island, near digby, nova scotia turns into a.
Brier island 2020 all you need to know before you go. Get the most updated weather conditions and forecasts. Aug 03, 2016 i went on a trip with my family to brier island, nova scotia, to go whale watching. Jul 29, 2015 the bay of fundy, with a coast shared by nova scotia and new brunswick, has the highest tides in the world. During the spring, you can expect to see fin whales, minke. Throughout the summer and into early autumn, you have a very good chance of spotting finbacks, minke and humpback whales who come to feed on plankton stirred up by the high tides. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours, brier island. See our home page for message related to covid19 and opening dates we are currently taking reservations for the 2020 season for the zodiac and for the mega nova. I went on a trip with my family to brier island, nova scotia, to go whale watching.
Cape breton nova scotia whale watching tours keltic. There are humpback, finback, and the critically endangered right whale. As some great whale watching takes place on a foggy day, so dont let weather discourage you. Due to its location and natural beauty, brier island is one of the top places in canada to go whale watching.
Brier island is one of my top four places to visit when travelling to nova scotia the others being the cabot trail, peggys cove and cap dor. Brier island whale and seabird cruises westport 2020 all. Marking the entrance of the world famous bay of fundy, brier island offers visitors the opportunity to explore one of the richest marine habitats and coastal. About brier island whale and seabird cruises youll join a scientific survey as we explore the bay of fundy, a corner of the atlantic thats incredibly rich in marine life.
It is a small and accessible island, and make a plan to visit the 3 lighthouses, you wont regret it. Brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia canada is watching whales and seabirds and much more. The bay of fundy inn on brier island, nova scotia is owned and operated by penny graham of mariner cruises. Brier island bed and breakfasts for brier island nova. Some say the whale watching on brier island is the best in all of nova scotia. We have been there five times now, each time taking one of the fabulous whalewatching cruises operating out of wesport. It is also joining a scientific survey studying an area teeming with marine life. Am i understanding correctly that i need to take a ferry with my car to get there answers to any other questions i might not know i need to ask would be appreciated. We are a proud member of the nova scotia adventure tourism association. Jul 31, 2016 brier island really is a fantastic place, it is just like an oil painting indeed.
From the moment i saw my first fin whale on july 7, 1990, i was hooked. Long and brier island adventure bay of fundy travel show ep. Theres also the choice between the bigger cruisestyle boat or the smaller zodiac. The island is an important stopover point for migrating sea birds. Brier island westport, brier island nova scotia webcams. Brier island is separated from long island by the 0. Whale watching, bird watching 223 water street westport, brier island, ns b0v 1h0, canada phone. By using our brier island trip itinerary tool, you can arrange your visit to mariner cruises whale and seabird tours and other attractions in brier island. I had no idea what to expect as i had never done this before. Most common species seen are the minke, humpback and fin whales. We are currently taking reservations for the 2020 season for the zodiac and for the mega nova.
Seal cove on brier island is a particularly nice hike out to, yes, a seal colony. Brier island is a rugged diamond in nova scotias crown, home to an industrious seafaring people, an amazing variety of flora and fauna, and some of the best sunsets you will ever see. Before we go whale watching, lets take a look at brier island. We hiked along the coast, visited the joshua slocam monument and saw the brier island lighthouse. Of course you are overlooking the bay of fundy, increasing your chances of seeing whales as well. 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. I became a volunteer with brier island whale and seabird cruises, which led to a full time position in 1993. Cape breton nova scotia whale watching tours keltic express. Brier island whale and seabird cruises home facebook.
Brier island trip planner plan your brier island trip. Im so glad that you had an exciting visit with the highlight. It is well worth the twohour scenic drive from digby including not one, but two car ferries. Aug 15, 20 last sunday we went whale watching off brier island. Take the ferries to brier island and be closer to the whales. Nova scotia webcams brier island westport, brier island. There is a very cute monument a special pile of rocks urging visitors to keep adding to it. Brier island real estate for sale tradewinds realty. Whales have always been a passion since i was a little girl.
How much travel time should i allow from bridgetown. It is a special place that can be enjoyed in the fog or sunshine, on the bay whale watching or hiking on the coast. The prime spot has to be the waters of the bay of fundy, just off digby, and in particular around digby neck, tiverton and brier island. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours brier island. We have been there five times now, each time taking one of the fabulous whale watching cruises operating out of wesport. 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. I went whale watching in nova scotia, canada, and was. Brier island nova scotia whale watching tours by mariner cruises.
Brier island all you need to know before you go updated. Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier. Taking a brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia is watching whales and seabirds and much more. We love seeing the whales, and the walkability of the island makes a walk to seal cove, and some of the. Ocean explorations whale adventures, tiverton, nova scotia.
Brier island trail society bits a group for news and information about brier island trail society bits, a volunteer group committed to building and maintaining trails on brier island. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours is at brier island nova scotia. There were 98 private dwellings occupied year round. It was this passion that led me to the bay of fundy for my first whale watch. Brier island, nova scotia nova scotia travel guide. I bet you were nervous when you set out in the fog, but the whales are out there, you just need a great boat captain to find them. Brier island trip planner plan your brier island trip itinerary. While getting a glimpse of a whale surfacing may or may not happen, especially on a foggy day, there is a chance that one may spot a dolphin or two and often enough puffin birds fishing and flying to or from their nests situated along the shores of the bay. The distance between halifax to brier island is 295 km by road. Bits is a registered, nonprofit society, formed in 2017 to support nature conservancy of canada ncc restore a bog, drained in the 1950s, on brier island. Last sunday we went whale watching off brier island. The april and the new may edition is now available as a free download. Whale watching in beautiful brier island nova scotia canada.
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