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Explore our Vibrant Harbour & Wild Islands
Experience Halifax from a different perspective.
NEW IN 2019
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.
Only a 2-minute walk from the cruise ship terminal.
Meetup @ Halifax Seaport Farmer’s Market
On the Scenic Halifax Waterfront
1209 Marginal Road
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!
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. If driving, parking lots and street parking are available nearby.
Daily flat rate: $16 (8am–6pm)
Short-term: $3/hour
FREE Street Parking: 6pm–8am (Mon–Fri), all day on weekendsPay & Display (meters) available along the waterfront (credit card & coin).
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Weather
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Our location
We have various departure locations, however most tours meet at the Halifax Seaport Market @ 1209 Marginal Road, Halifax. Details are provided with your booking confirmation.
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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?)
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