Brier island whale and seabird cruises westport all. About brier island whale and seabird cruises youll join a scientific survey as we explore the bay of fundy, a corner of the atlantic thats incredibly rich in marine life. See 2 photos and 2 tips from 25 visitors to brier island whale watching. It is a special place that can be enjoyed in the fog or sunshine, on the bay whale watching or hiking on the coast. We hiked along the coast, visited the joshua slocam monument and saw the brier island lighthouse. Brier island bed and breakfasts for brier island nova. I bet you were nervous when you set out in the fog, but the whales are out there, you just need a great boat captain to find them. The island is an important stopover point for migrating sea birds.
Brier island whale and seabird cruises, westport, nova scotia. The waters at the mouth of the bay of fundy from the ledges off brier island right up the digby neck are important feeding areas for many species of cetaceans whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals and a wide variety of seabirds. Find the best offers for properties in brier island. A monument to slocum and the bootshop where he worked as a boy can be seen in westport. There are humpback, finback, and the critically endangered right whale. The tip of nova scotia island girl walkaboutisland girl. Brier island 11 houses in brier island mitula homes.
Brier island is a little piece of paradise on the bay of. Whale watching and sea bird tours of the bay of fundy from westport, brier island, the whale watching capital of nova scotia. It is a small and accessible island, and make a plan to visit the 3 lighthouses, you wont regret it. Bed and breakfast brier island cape breton lunenburg. Make sure you visit brier island after your cruise. The flattopped columns are perfect for adventurous visitors to hop their way along the coast. Theyre chasing food, theres a lot of tuna out there, said brier island whale researcher lisa peters. Brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia canada is watching whales and seabirds and much more.
Virginia tudor owner operator brier island lodge and. The bay of fundy inn on brier island, nova scotia is owned and operated by penny graham of mariner cruises. I had no idea what to expect as i had never done this before. See our home page for message related to covid19 and opening dates we are currently taking reservations for the 2020 season for the zodiac and for the mega nova. Long and brier island adventure bay of fundy travel show ep. The nutrientrich waters of the bay of fundy attract dozens of whales, and several companies in digby neck, a narrow finger of land that nudges out into the bay of fundy, organize daily whalewatching excursions from late may to midoctober. Taking a brier island whale and seabird cruise in nova scotia is watching whales and seabirds and much more. This stunning landscape was formed by an ancient volcano which also had a hand in forming brier island itself.
It is also joining a scientific survey studying an area teeming with marine life. I thought we might catch a glimpse of a whale from a distance, i really didnt expect to be up close next to a whale. Prices and schedules tourists watching whales off brier island, digby neck. Brier island whale and seabird cruises westport 2020 all you. I felt totally cutoff from the world when i was there and i loved it. Brier island is one of my top four places to visit when travelling to nova scotia the others being the cabot trail, peggys cove and cap dor. To take your breath away with views to brier island and a working fishing port you truly embrace. Brier island lodge, perched atop the cliffs of brier island and overlooking the atlantic ocean, offers you comfortable, oceanfront accommodations along with a unique nova scotia regional dining experience and whale watching tours. Whale watching off brier island photographers guide to.
Brier island lodge is a wonderfully relaxing oceanfront retreat. There were 98 private dwellings occupied year round. Times are tough for the travel community right now. Travelers, birders and whale watching enthusiasts can enjoy a whale watch cruise, explore brier island and its natural wonders and return to quiet nova scotia. Brier island humpback whale video captures unreal breach. From the moment i saw my first fin whale on july 7, 1990, i was hooked. By using our brier island trip itinerary tool, you can arrange your visit to mariner cruises whale and seabird tours and other attractions in.
Brier island trip planner plan your brier island trip. Brier island whale and seabird cruises tripadvisor. Nova scotia webcams brier island westport, brier island. Enjoy oceanview accommodations, fresh seafood and whale watching on the bay of fundy. It is out at the very end of the digby neck with the bay of fundy to the north and st marys bay to the south. Enjoy the best brier island vacation using our trip planner. Brier island is a rugged diamond in nova scotias crown, home to an industrious seafaring people, an amazing variety of flora and fauna, and some of the best sunsets you will ever see. Video tour of brier island photographers guide to nova. We have been there five times now, each time taking one of the fabulous whalewatching cruises operating out of wesport. Nova scotia whale watching adventures, outfitters and tour. Brier island is also known for some great whale watching opportunities. Brier island whale watch whale watching tours in brier.
See a humpback whale visiting the zodiac boat we are traveling in. Watch the ferry cross the passage from our waterview lr, relax after a nature hike, take a whale watch tour on our special pkg. Brier island, the most westerly point in nova scotia, is the official entrance to the bay of fundy. As well as being a thrilling adventure, our whale watching cruises yield important information on endangered or rare species of whales like the. Brier island is separated from long island by the 0. Brier island is one of the most charming places to visit in nova scotia. Some whale experts are guessing the abundance of bluefin tuna has attracted the whales this far north. Brier island is an island in the bay of fundy in digby county, nova scotia. The most western point in nova scotia, brier island and the town of westport are a stunning example of life on the east coast of canada.
Youll join a scientific survey as we explore the bay of fundy, a corner of the atlantic thats incredibly rich in marine life. Located in eastern canada in the province of nova scotia, brier island is the perfect getaway for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of life. We are also taking special reservations for our 2020 34th anniversary special. As some great whale watching takes place on a foggy day, so dont let weather discourage you. Brier island was the childhood home of world famous sailor joshua slocum who became the first person to circumnavigate the world alone. You can view all wind and weather webcams nearby brier island on the above map. Last sunday we went whale watching off brier island. Im so glad that you had an exciting visit with the highlight. Brier island really is a fantastic place, it is just like an oil painting indeed. Brier island nature reserve nature destinations destinations.
Ocean explorations whale adventures, tiverton, nova scotia. Marking the entrance of the world famous bay of fundy, brier island offers visitors the opportunity to explore one of the richest marine habitats and coastal. Youll see porpoises, dolphins, and seals as well as seabirds that come as far away as antarcticaan. Cape breton is the other top destination for whale watching, with most tours running from cheticamp or pleasant bay, both on the western side of the cabot trail here the season is a little longer tours start in may as opposed to june from the digby area and youll spot humpbacks, pilots, minke, sei whales and dolphins. Whale watching in nova scotia nova scotia travel guide. This is the webcam overview page for brier island in nova scotia, canada. Brier island whale and seabird cruises 223 water st. Although getting to cape breton takes a bit longer than the drive to. Brier island is a ruggedly charming island on one of canadas magnificent coasts.
There are many parking facilities located within the area. A restored historical home in westport on brier island. View virginia tudors profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. As i watch this back i see that both cameras were crappy. Whales have always been a passion since i was a little girl. Digby neck whalewatching rough guides rough guides. Brier islands coast is geologically unique, along the southwest shore of the island, tall, polygonal columns of rocks cluster together looking like miniature skyscrapers. Most common species seen are the minke, humpback and fin whales. Brier island is one of our favourite places to visit. Bay of fundy inn on brier island bed and breakfasts for. The local economy is driven by the yearround commercial fishing industry and the seasonal tourism industry, which is largely focused on whale watching tours. Brier island, nova scotia nova scotia travel guide. During your stay at whale cove inn, youll be within walking distance of bay of fundy.
Whale watching on brier island your nova scotia holiday. There is a very cute monument a special pile of rocks urging visitors to keep adding to it. Tucked away at the end of digby neck, it takes two ferry rides to get there, including a stop on long island, and makes you feel like youre going to the ends of the earth whale watching is top among the things to do here boat tours to see the whales run daily from westport, the islands only town, between june and october. Whale watching on brier island, near digby, nova scotia turns into a. Ncc established the brier island nature reserve in 1988. Brier island whale and seabird cruises home facebook. Trips usually last between two and three hours, though those from westport brier island tend to last longer between three and five hours. After taking the two ferries to get the island, we headed over to brier island whale and seabird cruises, paid for our tickets, got suited up and hopped onto a zodiac boat and headed out onto the ocean. It features unique nova scotia regional dining experiences, an incredible ecoenvironment, and some of the best whale watching in.
Its warm, its awfully warm in the bay, which is a big change. Two bedrooms as well as a full bath rounding out the house is a basement family room a back deck is perfect. Before we go whale watching, lets take a look at brier island. I became a volunteer with brier island whale and seabird cruises, which led to a full time position in 1993.
Brier island accommodations nova scotia vacation rentals. The highlight of this day and possibly the whole trip. Brier island half hike near digby, ns a hiking trail. Brier island is a mustvisit destination to enjoy some of the best scenery in the world and when you need to enjoy life to its fullest. We love seeing the whales, and the walkability of the island makes a walk to seal cove, and some of the. The 10 best things to do in brier island updated 2020. Mariner cruises whale and seabird tours is located in brier island. It was this passion that led me to the bay of fundy for my first whale watch.
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