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Make Time for Something Meaningful

Experience Nova Scotia the way it was meant to be: under sail.

More Than a Tour

DISCOVER NOVA SCOTIA THE WAY IT WAS MEANT TO BE ENJOYED

Experiences designed to feel laid-back, personal, and genuinely fun.

Halifax Tours

Set against the backdrop of Halifax’s historic harbour and vibrant waterfront, our award-winning sailing experiences offer an unforgettable way to experience the city from the water. Enjoy fresh ocean air, sweeping harbour views and relaxed luxury aboard every sail.

 

With five daily tour experiences to choose from, each tour captures the spirit of Halifax in a way that feels both elevated and authentically Nova Scotian.

St. Margarets Bay Tours

Our tours on St. Margarets Bay offer an ocean sailing experience that feels both expansive and intimate. Cruise past hidden coves, charming seaside communities and Nova Scotia fishing villages while enjoying the fresh ocean air.​

St. Margarets Bay delivers a true taste of Nova Scotia’s coastal charm: unspoiled, uncrowded, and truly unforgettable.

Private Yacht Charters

completely customizable

three sailing yachts to choose from

experience from 1.5 hours to full days 

options starting at just $440 per hour

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With a crew to guest ratios starting at 1 to 6, our unwavering commitment to service takes to sea.

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Highlighted Tours

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Signature Adventure Sail

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Why Sail With Us?

We know there are a lot of ways for you to spend your time and money. It means a lot when you choose to sail with us. We're a company you can trust, and you don't need to just take our word for it. Just to name a few accolades..
 
  • Proudly rated 5 stars 
  • The #1 experience in six categories on TripAdvisor
  • Four Badge of Excellence awards
  • Two top ten Canada-wide Experience Award Winner for outdoor activities & wine tours

We know you'll love the variety of public daily sails we have curated, and the customizable private charters we can help you build. We really love connecting people to relaxation and play in Halifax through laid-back luxury.


We're a small, owner-operated company - we look forward to every birthday, anniversary, proposal, bachelorette, and work outing that joins us. We mean it. We remember your names, your stories and sometimes even your drink requests long after you've come and gone. We call each other and celebrate when you post photos, stories and reviews.


Being trusted to help people make memories never gets old. Combined, we've worked in tourism for over 40 years - and we can't wait to do it for another 40.


Hope to see you aboard!

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