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Explore our Vibrant Harbour & Wild Islands
Experience Halifax from a different perspective. Kayak Halifax is conveniently located on Sands at Salter on the vibrant Halifax Waterfront, @ 1521 Lower Water Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia. Your next adventure awaits a stone’s throw from downtown Halifax attractions, restaurants, hotels & the cruise ship terminal.
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.
Our adventures are fun, packed with moments of Zen & adrenaline, interesting facts & folklore and we travel at a comfortable pace. Perfect for students, couples, families (Age 5+), 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.
We 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.
Your Next Adventure
To have as much fun as our guides, remember to pack a sense of adventure & sense of humour!
What You Need to Know
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Safety
Safety is always our first priority. Ocean-worthy kayaks, pfds, paddling instruction, safety gear and briefing provided. Our qualified guides are CPR and First Aid-certified. Guides carry VHF radios and communicate with Halifax Harbour Traffic Command Centre.
No experience necessary.
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Our fleet
We are proud to offer our customers high-quality touring kayaks (sometimes called sea or ocean kayaks), in single or 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
We are conveniently located walking distance from downtown hotels, restaurants and attractions. If driving, parking is available at the Salter Lot @ 1521 Lower Water St.
Daily flat rate: $16 (8am–6pm)
Short-term: $3/hour
FREE 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
You can find us on the Sands at Salter, a new urban beach area on the Halifax waterfront at the foot of Salter Street and Lower Water Street.
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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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