Canada

Coastlines & Whales of Nova Scotia

15 Days

Explore the landscapes and wildlife of Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island

This holiday can be re-designed and tailor-made for your own unique experience

Introduction

Discover old coastal villages along the Atlantic coast of Nova Scotia and enjoy the thrill of whale watching in the Bay of Fundy where whales make the most of the food produced among the world's greatest tidal range. Find secluded beaches and coastal trails and after dipping into New Brunswick, explore beautiful Prince Edward Island. Finally, you reach the rugged Cape Breton coast and eventually return to Halifax.

Highlights

	Game drives in Kidepo, Murchison Falls & QENP
	Chimpanzee tracking
	Gorilla trekking
	Relaxing on the Nile

Activities

	Whale watching excursion
	Nature walks
	Self-drive possible sightings of bears, many bald eagles and moose

Itinerary

	Depart UK to Halifax NS
	At leisure in Halifax
	Drive to Lunenberg
	Continue to Kemptville
	Onward to Smith's Cove & whale watching excursion
	To Truro
	Cross to Prince Edward Island and to Charlottetown
	Explore Charlottetown & PEI
	To Pictou
	Continue north to Baddeck
	Explore the Cabot Trail & Cape Breton Highlands
	To Charlos Cove
	Return to Halifax
	Depart Canada
	Arrive UK.

Description

Home to beautiful white sand beaches, rugged coastlines and rich interiors, Nova Scotia comes with a distinct maritime flavour that further adds to its charm. Visit some of the 160 lighthouses that dot the coastline and immerse yourself in the history, culture and diverse wildlife that thrive here.

Your journey begins in the province's historic capital, Halifax and takes you along the picturesque South Shore where pretty fishing villages and white sandy beaches adorn the coastline. As you make your way inland an eco-lodge awaits in the heart of nature. This retreat on the border of the Tobeatic Wilderness Area is a nature lover's paradise and home to black bear, eagle, moose and beaver.

Heading back to coast the Bay of Fundy welcomes you with spectacular seascapes and marine rich waters. With more than 15 species of whales, and seabirds by the thousands, the Bay of Fundy is also home to the largest tidal range on earth. Continuing west you can discover some of the boutique wineries and succulent seafood of the Annapolis Valley before crossing the Northumberland Strait to Prince Edward Island.

This province of vivid colours and gently rolling landscapes offers a more simple way of life. Wander the historic streets of Charlottetown, the birthplace of the Confederation, and relax on secluded beaches before making your way back to Nova Scotia and on to Cape Breton Island. Explore the rugged highlands on the winding roads of the Cabot Trail keeping an eye for black bears, moose and even rare and elusive lynx which all reside here. Follow the shores of the Bras d'Or Lake, home to hundreds of bald eagles, then finally back to the mainland where the Marine Drive weaves a special route through seaside villages and quiet shoreline roads to reach Halifax.

Best Time To Travel

June - September

Expected Wildlife Species

Highlight species

	Black bear
	Any one of 15 species of whales
	Moose
	Bald eagles

Additional Details - Cost, Dates, Rating etc.

Cost from £

Please contact us for a cost for when you wish to travel.

Our trips are almost always tailored to your requirements, we'll make small changes or alter the itinerary completely for you. For instance we get many requests to slow down the pace of a trip.

Departure Dates

Any day to your requirements between June & September

Difficulty

A easy exploration of the eastern seaboard of Canada. The whale watching may be by Zodiac or boat. Steps to be expected.

Flights

Direct flights on Air Canada from London Heathrow

Time

GMT -4 hours

Consider Extensions To

Spend longer in the interior of Nova Scotia. Perhaps continue through New Brunswick towards the St. Lawrence and to historic Quebec City. There is more whale watching on the St. Lawrence and, near Miramichi, bear watching too.