Last year, the Atlantic Shark Expeditions team identified a new spot to encounter and study Great White Sharks off the Southern tip of Nova Scotia. They are excited to explore this spot in fall 2025, providing guests with the unique opportunity to experience the Ocean’s apex predator up close. Guests can view sharks from the boat or experience these incredible creatures underwater from the safety of their shark cage; scuba certification is not required. Air is supplied to cage divers from surface hoses via a hookah system. Expeditions contribute to ongoing shark research. Atlantic Shark Expeditions is authorized to conduct scientific research with Great White Sharks via a permit by the Canadian Government under the Species at Risk Act. Through this research, ecotourists have the privilege of joining researchers on boat-based expeditions to search for sharks, view sharks from the boat and/or underwater from the cage, learn from the research team, and observe scientific activities. Minimum Age: 10 (Participants under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 19 years old).
•Shark viewing and participation in Citizen Science.
•Experienced marine biologists, captain, and crew.
•Onboard snacks
•Shark cage diving with:
•Cage diving equipment: mask, wetsuits (7mm, sizes S–3XL), gloves, hood, and boots.
•Surface-supplied air to cage divers via hookah system.
September 12 to October 30, 2025, 8am to 5pm
Regular Guests (Ages 18+): $455
Students (Secondary & Post-Secondary School): $419
Children (10-15 years old): $371
This tour departs/returns from Lower West Pubnico (near Yarmouth). Meeting spot: Dennis Point Café, 214 Dennis Point Rd, LowerWest Pubnico, NS B0W 2C0. Click or tap here to see the location on Google Maps.
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We’re happy to offer a full refund for cancellations made at least 24-hours before departure. If your plans change within 24 hours, we’ll do our best to reschedule your tour (subject to availability). In the rare event that Ambassatours Gray Line must cancel due to weather or unforeseen circumstances, you’ll receive a full refund or the option to rebook a tour.
Que est le prix d’un billet?
Le billet comprend les frais de traversier de l’île Georges et les frais d’entrée à Parcs Canada
Comment puis-je acheter des billets?
Il y a trois façons de réserver des billets pour visiter l’île Georges:
Il convient de noter que tous les billets pourraient être vendus. Veuillez vérifier de nouveau s’il y a eu des annulations.
Dois-je acheter des billets pour une heure/un jour précis?
Que se passe-t-il si j’ai un laissez-passer valide de Parcs Canada qui me permet d’entrer gratuitement dans un lieu administré par Parcs Canada?
Que dois-je apporter sur l’île?
Combien de temps puis-je passer sur l’île?
Peut-on acheter des choses sur l’île (par exemple de quoi manger et boire)?
Puis-je commander un repas pré-emballé?
· Oui, vous pouvez commander un pique-nique parfait de Parcs Canada pour dîner!
· Il y a plusieurs options de repas (voir le menu ci-dessous).
· Votre commande de pique-nique doit être faite en même temps que l’achat de votre billet de traversier de l’île Georges.
· Lorsque vous achetez des billets et un pique-nique, vous devez passer votre commande avant 16 h la veille de votre départ.
· Votre pique-nique parfait sera prêt lorsque vous monterez à bord du traversier de l’île Georges (preuve d’achat requise).
Y a-t-il des toilettes?
Comment se débarrasser convenablement des ordures et déchets de recyclage?
Le traversier fonctionne-t-il par tous les temps?
Quelle est votre politique en matière de tabagisme et d’alcool?
Les chiens ou d’autres animaux de compagnie sont-ils autorisés à bord du traversier et sur l’île?
Les bateaux privés peuvent-ils s’amarrer à l’île Georges?
How much does it cost?
Adult: $23.69
Senior (65+): $21.35
Youth (6-17): $13.08
5 & Under: Free
Parks Canada pass: $13.08
Family of 4 (2 kids over 5): $68.64
*Booking Fee & HST Extra
How do I book tour tickets?
There are three ways to book ferry tickets to visit Georges Island:
Please note: you may find tickets are sold out. Please check back for cancellations.
Do I have to book tickets for a specific time/day?
Advance booking is required to guarantee your space.
Secure your reservation by booking a specific day, departure time, and tour.
What if I have a valid Parks Canada pass that provides free entry to a Parks Canada administered place?
• Enjoy a discount with your Parks Canada pass.
• Enter your Parks Canada pass during the reservation process. Present your pass when you board the ferry.
What should I bring to the island?
Dress for the weather as visits are rain or shine and the experience is almost entirely outdoors:
How much time can I spend on the island?
The ferry to Georges Island ticket is designed as a flex ticket, allowing you an open-ended return time.
You must book a departure time from Cable Wharf, but you can return on any vessel travelling from Georges Island to Cable Wharf. Please check schedule for availability.
Is there anything available for sale on the island (such as food and drink)?
There are no concession or retail outlets on the island.
Please bring food and water (as required – see list below for other suggestions of what to bring).
Can I order a pre-boxed lunch?
· Yes, you can order a Parks Canada Perfect Picnic lunch!
· There are several lunch options (see menu below).
· Your picnic lunch order must be placed at the same time as your ticket purchase for the Ferry to Georges Island.
· When purchasing tickets and a picnic lunch, you must order before 4:00 pm the day before your scheduled departure.
· Your Perfect Picnic lunch will be ready for you as you board the Ferry to Georges Island (proof of purchase required).
Are there washroom facilities?
All of the vessels that will be used for this excursion have washrooms.
There are compost toilets available on Georges Island.
How do I properly dispose of trash & recycling?
Please pack in and pack out and leave no trash or recycling on the island.
Does the ferry operate in all weather?
Georges Island will be closed when the ferry to Georges Island is cancelled due to heavy rains or unsafe conditions for travel by boat.
Cancellations will be made by 9 pm the evening before (unless there are exceptional circumstances).
Before you travel, please confirm the island will be open: call Ambassatours Gray Line at 902-420-1015 or call Parks Canada at 902-426-5080
What is your smoking and alcohol policy?
Smoking, vaping, and alcohol of any kind are forbidden on Georges Island.
Smoking and vaping of any kind are forbidden on all vessels.
Are dogs or other pets allowed on board the ferry and on the island?
Pets or other animals are not permitted on board the ferry or on the island.
Trained service and guide dogs are permitted.
Can private boats dock at Georges Island?
Private boats may dock with complimentary daytime berthing during Parks Canada hours of operation only, subject to availability. Parks Canada admission fees apply to visitors arriving by private boat, canoe, or kayak.
Signage at the wharf indicates designated areas.
Daytime berthing is available through Build Nova Scotia's marine program.
Overnight berthing is not permitted.
Marina Inquiries: Marina Office at marina@buildns.ca or 902-229-BOAT (2628)
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$19
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(plus taxes)
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(plus taxes)
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• Comes with chips, an apple, and a bottle of water.
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• Comes with chips, an apple, and a bottle of water.
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• 5.5-hour guided tour
• Cage diving equipment
• Onboard snacks
