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COVID-19 UPDATE 

We hope that you and your loved ones stay safe during these unprecedented times. 

The Kayak Halifax team anticipates that our season opening will be delayed until June 15, 2020 at the earliest. All existing bookings from April 1st to June 15th will be automatically refunded.

We are following Nova Scotia guidelines to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. As a precaution, although we are able to practice social distancing on the water and trails, we anticipate that we will only be booking private tours for groups of six (6) or fewer guests at a time.

We have disabled our booking engine. Please contact us at: admin@kayakhalifax.com or send us a message over chat (bottom right corner) if you would like to make a tentative reservation after June 15, 2020. No deposit is required. 

Explore our Vibrant Harbour & Wild Islands 

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Experience Halifax from a different perspective.

NEW IN 2020

Kayak Halifax is offering new adventures & ways to experience our beautiful harbour, coastal islands, conservation areas, wilderness & freshwater lakes. 

Your next small-group adventure awaits a stone’s throw from Downtown Halifax attractions, restaurants & hotels. 

Join the Kayak Halifax Team for an authentic East Coast experience on a 2 hour Exploratour, a full day or overnight island adventure.

Discover & explore the second largest natural harbour on the planet & our wild islands. Enjoy marine life encounters, coastal hikes & beautiful beaches, island ecotours, culinary & glamping adventures.

Kayak Halifax adventures are fun, packed with moments of Zen & adrenaline, interesting facts & folklore and we travel at a comfortable pace.​ Perfect for solo travelers, students, couples, families (Age 6+), tour groups & corporate team-building.

Your Atlantic Ocean-Halifax Harbour paddle requires no previous kayaking experience and anyone with a moderate fitness level may easily enjoy.

Kayak Halifax guides are also happy to customize private tours or just take you out for a paddle, shoot the breeze & share a taste of the East Coast lifestyle.

To have as much fun as our guides, remember to pack a sense of adventure & sense of humour!

All Adventures Must Be Booked Online In Advance!

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Georges Island & Waterfront 2 Hour Exploratour

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McNabs Island Adventures (3 hours, 4.5 hours or Full-Day)

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Halifax Harbour Islands Culinary & Glamping Adventures

What You Need to Know

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    Safety

    Safety is always our first priority. Sturdy sea kayaks, pfds, paddling instruction, safety gear and briefing provided. Our qualified guides are CPR and First Aid-certified.

    No experience necessary.

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    Our fleet

    We are proud to offer our customers high-quality touring (sea) kayaks, in single and double occupancy. Capsizes are very rare.

    No experience necessary.

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    What to Bring

    Valid Photo ID

    Waiver
    (Provided at the dock)

    Sense of Adventure.
    And Sense of Humour.

    Water
    (in a non-glass container)

    Sunscreen, Sunglasses, a Hat.

    Dress in layers. Windbreaker. Waterproof Jacket.(especially for May, October tours), Quick dry shirt/shorts.

    Pack your Go Pro. We have dry bags for your cell phone and cameras. Personal items may be safely stored with you onboard or left with our team.

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    Parking

    Our meetup location is walking distance from downtown hotels, restaurants and attractions. We are only 5 minutes from the Seaport Market and Halifax Cruise Terminal on the Halifax Waterfront. If driving, parking lots and street parking are available nearby.

    Pay & Downtown Halifax hotel pickup may be available for an extra fee. (credit card & coin).

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    Weather

    If the weather presents unsafe conditions, we will halt tours until it is safe again. No boats may launch if there is lightning, thunder, or if fog is too dense to clearly see the shore. Please check our NEWS or call us if you’re unsure.

    Today’s forecast

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    Our location

    We do not have a physical sales office. Meetup location details are provided with your booking confirmation. Hotel pickup may be available for an extra fee.

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    Our guides

    Our professional and experienced guides are trained in: emergency rescue procedures, pre-trip briefing, communication and ethics, navigation, wildlife, local history, eco-friendly island use and more.

    Your safety is our priority. Our guides are First Aid and CPR-certified.

    Guide gratuities are always appreciatively accepted.

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    Our values

    We’re Safe
    (we have precious cargo onboard)

    We’re Friendly
    (to the earth and others)

    We’re Qualified
    (our guides are experienced, trained, and knowledgeable)

    We’re Fun
    (that’s the point, isn’t it?)

Rave Reviews

  • "For what it costs, it's the best tour of the harbour and Georges Island. Really loved it!" David M.
  • "Loved every minute of tonight's Sunset Tour of Downtown and Georges Island. Kayaks were top-notch, as was the company and guide." Simon C.
  • "
    I can attest to this as an awesome experience. Great scenery, and a humble guide." Griffin L.
  • "
    Had an amazing time. Thanks to our guide for such a great experience!" Nina-Lee A.
  • "Experiencing Halifax from the water was awesome – the highlight of my trip. Eric was a fantastic guide. I highly recommend Kayak Halifax." ~ Katelyn M.
  • "A great day out on the water in the Halifax harbor with our family! The guides were patient and knowledgeable." ~ Karen S.
  • "We had a half day in Halifax, kayaking the harbor seemed like a great way to get a little exercise and see the city from a different perspective - and it 100% was amazing. From the little things (the owner, Ed, fed the meter when we realized we would be out on the water past the point when our parking would expire) to the bigger things (our guide, Kate, was knowledgeable and super friendly) the entire experience was terrific. We even saw a few seals, including one that surfaced about 20 feet from the kayak. This was a really fun way to experience a new city in a way I'd never really considered." ~ Doug B.
  • "This was a great tour. Our guides, Ana and Kate, were very knowledgeable and informative. We paddled around Georges Island and then farther down the harbor and back. It was a wonderful 2 hours. I would highly recommend it, even if you have no kayaking experience." ~ Philip S.
  • "Capturing one of the most amazing moments of my life! #Kayaking with Kayak Halifax drew a large smile on my face and in my heart! Eric & Anna were beyond friendly and nice. It was my first time in a kayak and they made me feel so safe. Thank you for an unforgettable experience!" ~ Warde B.
  • "I've lived here my whole life and never have I experienced the views of Halifax as I did doing the kayak tour. It was amazing and the tour guide was so sweet and it made me fall in love with my city all over again." ~Gracie P.

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