Boat Tours & Sightseeing Experiences

Halifax, Nova Scotia

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The Harbour Hopper in the Halifax Harbour against Purdy's Towers and a bright blue sky.

Harbour Hopper Tours

All aboard Halifax's most popular boat tour – the Harbour Hopper Tour - a fun, fast-paced adventure by land and sea!

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Drone shot of the Tall Ship Silva with sails up as it cruises the Halifax Harbour against the Halifax Skyline.

Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise

A cruise aboard The Tall Ship Silva is the perfect way to fully appreciate a beautiful day on the Halifax Harbour.

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Halifax Dinner Cruise

A relaxing cruise on the water, an intimate, three-course dinner, and local live music make the perfect ingredients for this one-of-a-kind culinary tour.

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Three smiling friends raise a toast with wine glasses in hand while on Wines on the Water aboard the Tall Ship Silva.

Wines on the Water

Each week, a local winery “takes over” Wines on the Water and leads you through a variety of Nova Scotia wines including Nova Scotia’s signature wine – Tidal Bay.

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A group of friends raise a toast while on the Floating Beer Garden aboard Harbour Queen as it cruises the Northwest Arm.

Floating Beer Garden

Halifax has Beer Gardens, but this one is unlike any other! Join us aboard Harbour Queen for the first - and only - Halifax Floating Beer Garden.

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The Tall Ship Silva sails in the Northwest Arm.

Tall Ship Silva Northwest Arm Cruise

The Tall Ship Silva Northwest Arm Cruise provides a unique opportunity to witness the beauty of Halifax, and all her hidden gems, while onboard Halifax's signature ship.

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Pink Double Decker parked in front of the Halifax Public Gardens.

Hop On Hop Off City Tour

Your Hop On Hop Off City Tour ticket provides you with an entire day’s freedom and flexibility to take in the city sights on your own schedule.

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Peggy's Point Lighthouse seen from a distance, the Peggy's Cove viewing deck in the foreground to the left.

Peggy's Cove Tour

Built over a century ago, the lighthouse stands tall among enormous granite boulders and the crashing waves of the powerful Atlantic Ocean.

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The Lunenburg Waterfront as seen from the water.

Lunenburg Tour

A tour of the charming Town of Lunenburg is ideal for anyone keen on discovering the history, many treasures, and unique character from a well-preserved, Nova Scotia town

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A smiling guest on Cider on the Sea aboard Tall Ship Silva enjoys a Chain Yard cider.

Cider on the Sea

This two-hour 'sail-ebration' features traditional and unique ciders made from 100% Nova Scotia apples paired with local, live music.

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Wine Enthusiast Tour

We invite you to share our passion for Nova Scotian Wines by joining us on a Sommelier-guided tour of our local wine region.

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Three guests follow a Georges Island guide during their visit to Georges Island. Halifax skyline is seen in the background.

Visit Georges Island

Plan your visit to Georges Island National Historic Site in the heart of Halifax harbour, the place the Mi’kmaq called Kjipuktuk or “The Great Harbour.”

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Drone shot of Harbour Queen with Georges Island in the background.

Hot Country Party Cruise

Join one of Hot Country's DJs for this two-hour cruise on the Halifax harbour and take in today's hottest country under the stars.

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Two friends take a selfie on the Blue Lobster Party Cruise.

Blue Lobster Party Cruise

Check into the Tall Ship Silva on Friday & Saturday evenings for the Blue Lobster Party Cruise featuring DJ Karate Kactus & Nova Scotia Spirit Co.'s Blue Lobster Tropical cocktails.

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East Coast Lifestyle Happy Hour Cruise

The East Coast Lifestyle Happy Hour Cruise brings together all the great things that make living on the East Coast so enjoyable.

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A group of friends dance and have fun on the Saturday Night Party Cruise.

Saturday Night Party Cruise

Make the most of the weekend on the Saturday Night Party Cruise! This new and exciting cruise offers a night of non-stop fun and entertainment with DJ Codak.

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A group dance and party on the Friday Night Party Cruise in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Friday Night Party Cruise

Looking for a great way to kickstart your weekend in Halifax? Look no further than a Friday Night Party Cruise!

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A group of friends raise a toast on the Coldstream Floating Pub Party on the Tall Ship Silva.

Coldstream Floating Pub Party

Introducing the Coldstream Floating Pub Party, a Thursday night pub crawl stop for your friends to experience a Halifax pub like no other.

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Harbour Queen cruises the Northwest Arm against a pink blue evening sky.

Halifax Party Cruise

We’re taking the dance club to the water for the Halifax Party Cruise – perfect for a night out with friends, a bachelorette, or to celebrate the best part of the week – the weekend.

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Halifax Experience Pass

Halifax Experience Pass is an all-access pass to some of Halifax’s best attractions, museums and tours. Available in 24 and 48 hours, the pass allows you to do so much more, for less!

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Fall Colours Cruise

This two-hour cruise passes alongside Point Pleasant Park and into the Northwest Arm where the fall foliage will be particularly impressive during this time of year.

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Tall Ship Silva sails the Halifax Harbour on a foggy afternoon.

Ghost Ship Sailing Cruise

Join us aboard the Tall Ship Silva for as we depart under a nighttime sky for an evening of unusual tales and haunting stories of Halifax’s past.

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Ride Solar Halifax

Enjoy local food, beer, wine, and culture with friends and family on a solar-powered party bike. Food & drink specials are available for riders at each location in downtown Halifax.

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The Harbour Hopper in the Halifax Harbour against Purdy's Towers and a bright blue sky.

Harbour Hopper Tours

All aboard Halifax's most popular boat tour – the Harbour HopperTour - a fun, fast-paced adventure by land and sea!

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Drone shot of the Tall Ship Silva with sails up as it cruises the Halifax Harbour against the Halifax Skyline.

Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise

A cruise aboard The Tall Ship Silva is the perfect way to fully appreciate a beautiful day on the Halifax Harbour.

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The Tall Ship Silva sails in the Northwest Arm.

Tall Ship Silva Northwest Arm Cruise

The Tall Ship Silva Northwest Arm Cruise provides a unique opportunity to witness the beauty of Halifax, and all her hidden gems, while onboard Halifax's signature ship.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates

Halifax Experience Pass

Halifax Experience Pass is an all-access pass to some of Halifax’s best attractions, museums and tours. Available in 24 and 48 hours, the pass allows you to do so much more, for less!

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
Three guests follow a Georges Island guide during their visit to Georges Island. Halifax skyline is seen in the background.

Visit Georges Island

Plan your visit to Georges Island National Historic Site in the heart of Halifax harbour, the place the Mi’kmaq called Kjipuktuk or “The Great Harbour.”

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Fall Colours Cruise

This two-hour cruise passes alongside Point Pleasant Park and into the Northwest Arm where the fall foliage will be particularly impressive during this time of year.

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Peggy's Point Lighthouse seen from a distance, the Peggy's Cove viewing deck in the foreground to the left.

Peggy's Cove Tour

Built over a century ago, the lighthouse stands tall among enormous granite boulders and the crashing waves of the powerful Atlantic Ocean.

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Halifax Dinner Cruise

A relaxing cruise on the water, an intimate, three-course dinner, and local live music makes the perfect ingredients for this one-of-a-kind culinary tour.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates

Wine Enthusiast Tour

We invite you to share our passion for Nova Scotian Wines by joining us on a Sommelier-guided tour of our local wine region.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
Peggy's Point Lighthouse seen from a distance, the Peggy's Cove viewing deck in the foreground to the left.

Peggy's Cove Tour

Built over a century ago, the lighthouse stands tall among enormous granite boulders and the crashing waves of the powerful Atlantic Ocean.

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The Lunenburg Waterfront as seen from the water.

Lunenburg Tour

A tour of the charming Town of Lunenburg is ideal for anyone keen on discovering the history, many treasures, and unique character from a well-preserved, Nova Scotia town

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Pink Double Decker parked in front of the Halifax Public Gardens.

Hop On Hop Off City Tour

Your Hop On Hop Off City Tour ticket provides you with an entire day’s freedom and flexibility to take in the city sights on your own schedule.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates

Wine Enthusiast Tour

We invite you to share our passion for Nova Scotian Wines by joining us on a Sommelier-guided tour of our local wine region.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates

Wine Enthusiast Tour

We invite you to share our passion for Nova Scotian Wines by joining us on a Sommelier-guided tour of our local wine region.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
Three smiling friends raise a toast with wine glasses in hand while on Wines on the Water aboard the Tall Ship Silva.

Wines on the Water

Each week, a local winery “takes over” Wines on the Water and leads you through a variety of Nova Scotia wines including Nova Scotia’s signature wine – Tidal Bay.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates

Halifax Dinner Cruise

A relaxing cruise on the water, an intimate, three-course dinner, and local live music makes the perfect ingredients for this one-of-a-kind culinary tour.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
Two friends take a selfie on the Blue Lobster Party Cruise.

Blue Lobster Party Cruise

Check into the Tall Ship Silva on Friday & Saturday evenings for the Blue Lobster Party Cruise featuring DJ Karate Kactus & Nova Scotia Spirit Co.'s Blue Lobster Tropical cocktails.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
Drone shot of Harbour Queen with Georges Island in the background.

Hot Country Party Cruise

Join one of Hot Country's DJs for this two-hour cruise on the Halifax harbour and take in today's hottest country under the stars.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
A group dance and party on the Friday Night Party Cruise in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Friday Night Party Cruise

Looking for a great way to kickstart your weekend in Halifax? Look no further than a Friday Night Party Cruise!

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
A group of friends dance and have fun on the Saturday Night Party Cruise.

Saturday Night Party Cruise

Make the most of the weekend on the Saturday Night Party Cruise! This new and exciting cruise offers a night of non-stop fun and entertainment with DJ Codak.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
Harbour Queen cruises the Northwest Arm against a pink blue evening sky.

Halifax Party Cruise

We’re taking the dance club to the water for the Halifax Party Cruise – perfect for a night out with friends, a bachelorette, or to celebrate the best part of the week – the weekend.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
A group of friends raise a toast while on the Floating Beer Garden aboard Harbour Queen as it cruises the Northwest Arm.

Floating Beer Garden

Halifax has Beer Gardens, but this one is unlike any other! Join us aboard Harbour Queen for the first - and only - Halifax Floating Beer Garden.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates

East Coast Lifestyle Happy Hour Cruise

The East Coast Lifestyle Happy Hour Cruise brings together all the great things that make living on the East Coast so enjoyable.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
A smiling guest on Cider on the Sea aboard Tall Ship Silva enjoys a Chain Yard cider.

Cider on the Sea

This two-hour 'sail-ebration' features traditional and unique ciders made from 100% Nova Scotia apples paired with local, live music.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
A group of friends raise a toast on the Coldstream Floating Pub Party on the Tall Ship Silva.

Coldstream Floating Pub Party

Introducing the Coldstream Floating Pub Party, a Thursday night pub crawl stop for your friends to experience a Halifax pub like no other.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
Three smiling friends raise a toast with wine glasses in hand while on Wines on the Water aboard the Tall Ship Silva.

Wines on the Water

Each week, a local winery “takes over” Wines on the Water and leads you through a variety of Nova Scotia wines including Nova Scotia’s signature wine – Tidal Bay.

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
Harbour Queen cruises the North West Arm.

Lightning Trivia with Adam

Join us for the return of Lightning Trivia with Adam aboard Harbour Queen. Winner of this event will earn a spot in the LTwA championships happening this November

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Halifax Experience Pass

Halifax Experience Pass is an all-access pass to some of Halifax’s best attractions, museums and tours. Available in 24 and 48 hours, the pass allows you to do so much more, for less!

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates
Harbour Queen cruises the North West Arm.

Lightning Trivia with Adam

Join us for the return of Lightning Trivia with Adam aboard Harbour Queen. Winner of this event will earn a spot in the LTwA championships happening this November

Learn MorePurchase TicketsGift Certificates

Ride Solar Halifax

Enjoy local food, beer, wine, and culture with friends and family on a solar-powered party bike. Food & drink specials are available for riders at each location in downtown Halifax.

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Kind words from past guests

"The tour guide was outstanding, she really knew her stuff and kept the whole trip fun and interesting."

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"Was an excellent way to get to see the city of Halifax and learn the history of the city. Highly recommended."

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"We had a marvellous tour of Halifax Harbour on the tall ship Silva. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable and helpful to everyone on board."

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"The Harbour Hopper was unbelievably fun. My SO and I really enjoyed ourselves, and I was very comfortable even though I was 7 months pregnant."

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"My husband and I did the Wines on the Water tour and it was excellent. All of the crew and service were terrific. I highly recommend this tour to any one who has some time in Halifax."

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"The staff were great, the service was outstanding and the live music just made it all tie together. All in all a great experience!"

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"Love this sailing trip! I went with 3 teenage girls who asked a lot of questions and the staff were happy to share the history and information along the way. Highly recommended."

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"This was a fun and informative intro to Halifax. In addition to the uniqueness of the amphibious transport, our guide was fantastic!! Six stars, if possible."

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