| Duration: | 4 Hour(s) - 0 Minute(s) |
| Tour Category: | Kayaking |
Small-Group Morning Kayak Tour and Breakfast in Halifax
Tour code: 6934P5
Location: Halifax, Canada
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
With the rising sun, watch the city of Halifax awaken during this 4-hour morning kayaking tour. During this paddle led by a certified kayak guide, explore the harbor, get close to Georges Island and spot marine life along the way. Hear about the area’s history, as well as lore relating to pirates and rum-runners during the prohibition era. Reward your exercise efforts with a rooftop breakfast at the Seaport Market, with views of the harbor and the skyline. This small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring more personalized attention.
Highlights
4-hour morning kayaking tour in Halifax
Paddle along the Halifax harbor, under piers and close to Georges Island
See sailboats, warships from the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, and the Canadian Navy Fleet
Learn about Halifax’s history from a guide
All skill levels welcome, as instruction from a certified kayak guide is provided
Dig into a tasty breakfast at the Seaport Market after kayaking
Small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring a more memorable experience
Small-Group Morning Kayak Tour and Breakfast in Halifax Georges lighthouse kayak Jump-start your day with this 4-hour kayaking adventure in Halifax. Make your way to the visitor information centre, and then receive a safety briefing from your certified kayak guide. Never kayaked before? No worries — you’ll cruise along in a stable ocean kayak, and this tour with instruction provided is suitable for all levels. Set off after your guide and paddle the length of the boardwalk, from Pier 21 to the dockyards, home of the Canadian East Coast Navy. See stalactites as you steer under piers, and pass sailboats, the Canadian Navy Fleet, warships from the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic, and sites such as Purdy’s Wharf and Casino Nova Scotia. Your guide will get you as close as possible to a site that’s off-limits to the public — Georges Island, a Canadian National Historic site that houses a lighthouse and a fort. Learn about the island prison and mass deportations, along with tales of buccaneers, pirates, prohibition-era rum-runners, public hangings and more. After kayaking, head to the Seaport Market for a delicious, well-earned rooftop breakfast, and enjoy the accompanying views of the harbor and city skyline. The market itself is in an award-winning, eco-friendly building and offers East Coast energy and music. Wander the market and meet with local farmers and artisans before ending the tour.
Details
Inclusions
Local English-speaking and certified
kayak guide Kayak rental with paddle and life jacket
Basic instructions and all safety equipment
Breakfast on the rooftop
Exclusions
Additional food and drink
Water
Souvenirs and items of a personal nature
Tips/gratuities for your guide
Additional info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please dress in layers appropriate to the season and time of day of your tour.
Sunglasses, hat, windbreaker, and sunblock are highly recommended. A bottle of water is essential
You will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people
Voucher info
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Local operator information
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee. If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
Schedule and Pricing
Departure point
Visitor Information Centre – Halifax Waterfront
Departure time 7am
Duration 4 hours (approx.)
Return details
Halifax Seaport Market, 1209 Marginal Road
