Brier Island Whale and Seabird Cruises

What stands out

Mega Nova cruises are fully narrated by naturalists and researchers; zodiac cruises are partly narrated by the captains
2026 season June 13 to September 30, with sunset cruises July 11 to September 7
Zodiac not suitable for children under 8, expectant mothers or people with spinal ailments
Five 2026 Anniversary Day cruises on the Mega Nova at $40 per adult plus HST

From: C$65 per adult (Plus 14% HST; seniors 60+ and students $57; children 4 to 14 $43; 3 and under free)
Length: 2.5 to 5 hours
Meeting point: Westport, Brier Island, NS (office at 223 Water Street); arrive 1 hour before departure
Cancellation: Cancellations under 24 hours before departure are billed; cruises depend on weather and a 15-passenger minimum.

From: C$80 per adult (Plus 14% HST; seniors 60+ and students $70; children 8 to 14 (at least 58 in / 142 cm) $55)
Length: 1.5 to 2.5 hours
Minimum age: 8+ (at least 58 inches / 142 cm tall)
Weight limit: 90 to 350 lb (41 to 159 kg)
Meeting point: Westport, Brier Island, NS (office at 223 Water Street); arrive 1 hour before departure
Included: Full-length flotation suit
Cancellation: Cancellations under 24 hours before departure are billed; cruises depend on weather and an 8-passenger minimum.

From: C$800 per group (Plus 14% HST; Mega Nova private charter $2,500)
Minimum age: 8+ (zodiac)
Weight limit: 90 to 350 lb (41 to 159 kg)
Meeting point: Westport, Brier Island, NS (office at 223 Water Street)
Included: Full-length flotation suit
Cancellation: Cancellations under 24 hours before departure are billed; cruises depend on weather.

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