Dennis garrison the skipper showed me and my 2 sons jacob and bill a wonderful day fishing for…read moreshark. He was great to chat with and very professional. I would highly recommend. Cheers from ed kuehne in Vancouver b.c

From the owner: We offer a way to explore the ocean in the way you would like. Custom charters available. Deep sea…read morefishing. Sight seeing. Shark fishing. Contact us for special pricing.

We took a boat tour around Oak Island. If you're a fan of the History channel show you will love…read morethis. Our guide Colin was extremely informative and funny too! He took us all the way around the island and explained everything we were looking at. The island is private so you can't go on it but we got very close. The boat is smooth and comfortable.

BEST EXPERIENCE! This was a fantastic experience during our visit to Nova Scotia. Deb and Jason…read moreare fantastic guides and hosts! They are super knowledgeable of the area and keep you engaged for the whole trip. We loved the social at the end on the tour, which allowed us all to share our experiences.

The best tour I have ever been on and I travel often. Absolutely an amazing experience. Jason is so…read moreknowledgeable and informative. I learned so much about the environment. I highly recommend this tour. You won't be disappointed. Deb Cosher

I went on a boat tour of the harbour with my wife and daughter. This was a one hour tour inside the…read moreharbour with a captain named Willie. This is a good option for those who tend to get sea sick since it is relatively calm in the harbour. Before we left Willie went over the boat and Covid safety protocols. The man was really nice and let my daughter drive the boat. This made her quite happy and proud. The booking staff member we dealt with was great. We highly recommend this as a good family outing.

Took the whale watching tour, 2 kids, 3 adults. Friendly staff. We spotted some porpoises and they…read moretook us to a seal spot and we hung out with them for a while. No whales, but you can't plan on wild animals. Beautiful scenery on the way in and out, so bring the camera along. There are a lot of people on that boat, so get comfortable. Kids will either fall asleep or feel sea sick, so recommend they close their eyes to sleep.

The day started off sunny and continued through a great tour of the harbor and surrounding coast…read moreline. Unfortunately no whales were spotted but no for lack of searching. We did see some seals playing the the water and eagles. Tyler is terrific and worth the trip

What a wonderful way to see the harbor in one of the most unique boats that I have ever been on…read more Our captain Glen was wonderful about showing us all the special sites in the harbor. Our guide, Geordie, loves history and was a wealth of knowledge told in a very entertaining manner. The weather was a little brisk and blankets were provided. The boat is quite the picture of ingenuity - the benches were church pews in their previous life. They were incredibly helpful in assisting us getting on and off the boat as my husband has a mobility issue. Highly recommend this one hour tour.

Had a great tour of Halifax Harbor. Gorgeous electric boat and knowledgeable tour guide. Highly…read morerecommend.

Unreal Sunset Cruise with Great Wine, Cheese & Vibes!…read more We had an absolutely incredible time on the JFarwell Sunset Cruise with Wine & Cheese Tasting. We totally lucked out with perfect weather and were treated to a stunning sunset over the beautiful Halifax Harbour--seriously postcard-worthy. The cheese spread was top-tier, and the wine tasting included four pours--we especially loved the first white they served, and to my surprise, even the Nova Scotia red wine (and I'm usually not a red guy!) was super tasty--juicy, almost like a black currant vibe. Really impressive. The crew was amazing--friendly, personable, and full of great knowledge about sailing and the surrounding harbour communities. Huge shoutout to Finn, who even let me take the wheel for a bit--YOU'RE MA BOY, FINN! This cruise is an experience we'll never forget. Whether you're into boats, wine, or just want to soak in Halifax's coastal beauty, this is a must-do.

We had a blast on our 1hr harbor sailing tour. 1. The boat is gorgeous 2. The crew is amazing:…read morefriendly and knowledgeable 3. The harbor view is beautiful 4 the sailing is super fun! 5 There are drink options at very reasonable prices! Do not miss this amazing adventure!!

My young cousins came to visit Halifax, and the big harbor…read more Who better than to show them around, but Theodore himself. We were welcome aboard by a crew of young folks excited to be there, which I found impressive.. seeing as it was the dead of summer and I am sure the boat was running all day already. We were given a quick run through of the safety procedures and away we went. The tour aspect of the boat was kind of strange. The age group that was on the boat was more excited to just be on the water and the coloring pages provided. My cousins really did enjoy the waving to 'Benjamin Bridge'.. however now every bridge we come across in town is also Benjamin :P. Was an enjoyable time for kids and parents alike.

My son loves the Theodore books, so when I saw a Teambuy for a cruise on him (it?) last summer, I…read moreknew we had to go. It was fairly busy but not to the point of actually being crowded. You could still move around (just). They tour guides do cheesy jokes and other schtick that is good for the under 8 crowd. I would have liked a little more "real" history, but then again what can I expect when I'm on a tugboat with a giant ball cap and smiley face ;-) My son had a great time and we're going to go again this summer!

This was a great experience, with a solid staff. Jason was our guide, and he was stellar…read more(friendly, funny, knowledgeable). I was lucky to get paired with a couple (only 3 guests on the boat) that were up for as wild a ride as mother nature & Jason were willing to provide. It was a brisk June morning, and the water was chilly (especially when it splashes down your back), but the survival suits made a huge difference for post dousing warm-up. We saw well over a dozen eagles, amongst other feathered friends. All the tidal bore companies are off the beaten path a bit, so opt for the slightly longer trip at only an extra $20/pp (it's worth it). The hot chocolate / coffee / cookies after the trip were a welcome treat. They have towels if you need'm for post-trip showers. Jason said the waves were the highest he'd seen thus far this year, which was great. The boat trip wasn't quite as wild as I was expecting (compared to the intensity of some white-water rafting), but a very good time. They have the estimated wave intensity schedule posted on their website, pay close attention to that when planning your trip (should you want more or less chaos). If you have a wet suit (or water shoes), you may want to bring with you, as the water can be cold (my feet were very chilly). If you're susceptible to cold, this may not be the trip for you (but ambient & water temperatures vary). If I were to make suggestions to the owner, I'd propose bringing a canister of hot chocolate and of coffee to hand out to guests during a lull (maybe by the bridge), to help warm people up on the cooler days; and maybe gloves with rubber grips, as holding onto the ropes for a long time in cold water can chaff waterlogged hands/fingers.

Amazing experience!! Emmet was very knowledgeable about the tides, taught us so much. Our driver,…read moreAlex, was so fun and kept us very entertained the whole time. They both gave us great restaurant recommendations too

I have done many guided sea kayaking trips and Nova Shores knows how to do it right. Nova Shores…read moreprovides participants with a lot of extra gear that most places do not. This is extremely helpful if you are traveling because it cuts down on what you have to bring, but it is also helpful if this is your first time kayaking. The boots that they provide are great and I highly recommend them. While you do not have to step into the water a lot, they will keep you feet warm if they get wet. They also have some jackets and gloves depending on what time of year you go out. The kayaks and paddles were all in good repair, and I saw all the safety equipment I would expect to see with a trip of this nature. Our guide Liam was very kind and funny. He added to the quality of the trip because of his knowledge of the geology and local tribal lore about the Bay of Fundy. Liam also provided good instruction about kayaking and made sure that the group was safe and successful. Now the location is what makes this trip amazing. We went on the high tide paddle which I would highly recommend. When we paddled out, you were able to paddle amongst the rocks of the three sisters, go into natural coves and amphitheaters and even two sea caves. It was great fun to be able to paddle through the arch at high tide as well. At the "midway" you make it to a beach where you are able to get out and we enjoyed a bowl of chili and some great snacks. While you are on the beach the tides turn and start flowing out so as you head back you see the speed at which the tides flow out of the Bay of Fundy. Areas that you previously kayaked through are now unaccessible because of the change of water height, so you see it through a whole new lens. The tidal change actually gives you a push back to where you put in, so the paddling is even easier on the way back in. The scenery here is unbelievable and we saw a bald eagle soaring overhead on our trip. Nova Shores puts together a great adventure.and I would return to take one of their longer trips as well. Thank you to the Nova Shores team for making our trip to Advocate Harbor special.

Had the time of my life sea kayaking with Kayak Nova Shores. I was in great company all day, I was…read morewell-equipped with everything we could need for the day, I felt at-ease and confident in the safety protocols we followed all day, and I had some of the best homecooked food of my life out on a remote rocky beach shore only accessible by boat. I learned so much about the mythology, geology, and ecology of this foggy corner of the earth, but I was most impressed by the good-natured warmth of character that emanates from every single person that works for this kayak tour company. They stoke contagious good humour and an inspired curiosity about the earth and all its creatures.