Humpback Whale tail, Brier Island, Digby Neck, NS

Prices and SchedulesTourists Watching Whales off Brier Island, Digby Neck

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We are taking reservations for the 2027 season. We are also taking special reservations for our 2027 – 41st Anniversary Special. Click here for details

Scroll down for prices, what to bring, and important cruise information.

 

 

2027 Prices & Schedule

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MEGA NOVA PRICES

Adults$75.00
Seniors (60+)/Students$67.00
Children (Ages 4 to 14)$53.00
Children (3 & under)FREE
Charter$3000.00

Mega Nova Available June 12, 2027 to October 3, 2027 STC

CETACEAN DEFENDER

PRICES (Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats)

Adults$90.00
Seniors(60+)/Students$80.00
Children (Ages 8 to 14) NOTE: at least 58” or 142 cm in height.$60.00
Charter$900.00

Cetacean Defender is a Zodiac(tm) 24ft RHIB and is available June 12, 2027, to October 3, 2027 STC

MEGA NOVA DAILY

9:30 am* 1.30pm * 5:30 pm*

 

Cruise is fully narrated by our naturalists and researchers. Cruises are 2.5 to 5 hours in duration depending on the location of the whales.
*Subject to minimum passenger requirement of 15 and weather permitting.

CETACEAN DEFENDER

10:30 am*1 pm*
3:30 pm*6 pm*

Cruises are 1.5 to 2.5 hours in duration depending on location of the whales.

*Subject to minimum passenger requirement and weather permitting.

Harmonized tax of 14% is not included in the posted prices. Prices are in Canadian Funds and departures are Atlantic Time.  Discounts rates cannot be combined.  *Sunset cruises (5:30 pm and 6:00 pm) run in peak season only (From July 3, 2027  to September 5, 2027.)

Cruise Information

Mega Nova Whale Watching Tours in Nova Scotia

Mega Nova Cruises

Cruise is fully narrated by our naturalists and researchers.

Each cruise is 2.5 to 5 hours in duration depending on the location of the whales.

Mega Nova Cruises are from June 13 to September 30, 2027.

A minimum of 15 people are required for the Mega Nova to depart.

All children up to the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Children ages 3 and under are welcome on the Mega Nova, parental supervision required. 

Please note: Washroom available on the Mega Nova

Zodiac Whale Watching Tour in Nova Scotia

Cetacean Defender Zodiac™ Cruises

Cruises are partially narrated by our Captains who are very happy to answer any questions you may have.

Each cruise is 1.5 to 2 ½ hours in duration depending on location of the whales.

Zodiac™ cruises are scheduled from June 13 to September 30, 2027.

A minimum of 6 people are required for the Zodiac™ to depart. Our boat is legally allowed to carry 12 guests, but we limit to 10 passengers except for charters where we will book to maximum capacity.

Zodiac™ may not be suitable for children under 8, expectant mothers or those with spinal ailments

Please be advised that taking a Zodiac ™ cruise is at your own risk.

There are no toilet facilities on the Zodiac™.

All Zodiac guests must be between  90 pounds (41kg) and 300 pounds (136kg) and will be provided with a full length flotation suit. You must be able to wear one of our flotation suits before you can go on the zodiac.

 

 

IMPORTANT FOR ALL CRUISES

Please arrive for check in 1 hour prior to your scheduled departure.

Departures are in Atlantic Time.

All prices DO NOT include 14% HST (Harmonized Sales Tax).

All prices are in Canadian Funds.

Student ID is required to receive discounted rates.

A portion of fare is contributed to our ongoing research projects.

All children up to the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult

Sunset cruises (5:30 pm and 6:00 pm on Mega Nova) run in peak season only (July 3 to September 5, 2027.)

Please note that schedule is subject to change.

Sightings are guaranteed; free passes will be issued at Captain’s discretion if no whales are sighted. No refund will be issued.

A credit card is needed to secure your booking. We accept Visa, Visa Debit, Mastercard, Amex and Discover. Payment will be made upon check in.

Cash or Debit is also accepted upon ticket purchase. 

Payments are not transacted until ticket purchase on the day of your cruise. Please arrive 1 hour prior to departure to check in. 

Cancellaions not received within 24 hours of trip departure will be billed accordingly.  If the trip departs and you’re not on it, there is no refund.

SEE OUR HOME PAGE FOR DETAILS OF OPENING DATES. 

 

Whale breaching the bay of Fundy on a whale watch tour near Brier Island

What to Bring: Warm clothes (very important) Rain gear (in case of damp weather) Sunglasses Binoculars (especially for close view of birds) Food (snack or picnic lunch)

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The special rates are for these days only and cannot be combined with any other offer. Celebrating our 41st year!

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We are also taking reservations for our 2027 Customer Appreciation Special in recognition of our 41st Anniversary at the price of $50 (Tax not included) for the MEGA NOVA ONLY on these dates: July 15, 2027, July 30, 2027, August 15, 2027, August 30, 2027 and September 11, 2027. Children’s prices for these dates are $40. The special rates are for these days only and cannot be combined with any other offer. 

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