Top 10 Things to do for Honeymoon in Nova Scotia South Shore, Southwest Nova Scotia

We have several trips and routes available starting at our location in Chester's front harbour. Explore the hidden beauty of the local islands or take a coastal trip along the many little inlets. During your adventure, you can stop for lunch at ocean front restaurants like the Galley, the Sea Side Shanty or the Rope Loft. All rental clients receive comprehensive personalized instruction and a briefing covering basic safety. Our briefing sessions familiarize you with the waters around Chester and with the equipment we provide to maximize your experience. We would be glad to transport kayaks to your location for an additional transportation and delivery fee. All our kayaks are fitted with retractable rudders or skegs and have 2 water tight compartments. Their bright colours are for safety purposes. Our policy is to replace equipment every year, so you'll be using the best and newest equipment available. Kayak Shack Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., May 15th to October 15th, 7 days a week, weather permitting. Reservations are suggested at least 24 hours in advance.

Candlebox Kayaking specializes in sea kayak tours and sea kayak instruction. Looking for a relaxing sea kayak tour to enjoy with friends or family? We do that. Looking to experience the excitement of learning how to surf a sea kayak at a beach or in tidal currents? We do that too. We also specialize in multi-day kayak tours of the Tusket Islands and Lobster Bay.

For more than 30 years, Lunenburg Walking Tours has provided authentic travel experiences in one of Canada’s most treasured destinations. Nestled along the scenic shores of southern Nova Scotia, and only a one-hour drive from Halifax, our UNSECO World Heritage town is a must-see destination for any visit to Atlantic Canada. Our expert guides are local and bring a wealth of research and anecdotes to life with their captivating personalities. Offering a unique insider’s perspective to our picturesque town, this team is incredibly passionate about the stories they tell, and they create a real connection with their guests along the journey. Make Lunenburg Walking Tours first on your list when planning your itinerary.

Built in 1948 in Denmark for Danish Royalty, the Eastern Star a 48 foot Ketch that has now been doing sailing tours in Lunenburg since 1993 is a beautiful 2 hour tour of the Lunenburg Harbour and Bay. Learn some history of the working waterfront, see the fishing boats up close, or any other visiting tall ships that may be in port. Get the rare opportunity of sailing along side the Iconic Bluenose ll on certain trips. Sail time's are 11:00, 1:30, 4:00 and 6:30 The 6:30 sail being the sunset sail, which is incredible to watch the sky change over the already picture perfect town of Lunenburg on your way back in to the dock. Suitable for all ages, children love to learn what makes the sail boat glide along the water with chances to take the helm and raising sails. Big kids also like that part to! We are fully under sail, motor is off, so the sails do the work for us, and expect the boat to Keel over as the sails fill with wind, but don't worry your safe at all times! All Aboard!

2020 Guided Tour Experience In order to keep our visitors and staff safe during the Covid-19 pandemic, we have adapted the museum experience we offer this season. We are offering a guided tour of the first floor. The small group sizes allow for easy physical distancing and the wearing of a non-medical face mask is strongly recommended while on site. This high value experience gives the opportunity to discover how our ocean connects to our maritime identity. Small groups sizes allow for the benefit of a 1 to 5 staff to visitor ratio, and our staff are wow makers! Our ocean is a pillar of Nova Scotia’s natural and cultural heritage. We identify with our ocean but what are we doing to protect it? This tour will touch on some ocean preservation initiatives plus more! To book your tour: Call 902-930- FISH (3474)

A 35 minute buggy tour around the historic Lunenburg. Very and entertaining and beautiful.

Nova Scotia's Sailing Ambassador, Bluenose II, is an exact replica of Bluenose -- the famed schooner and undefeated champion in the International Fisherman's Races. Bluenose II is available for deck tours, and harbour sails twice daily when in port. Please check our schedule for more information .

Ironworks Distillery opened its doors to the public in June 2010. Situated in the old town of Lunenburg and residing in the building that used to be the old marine blacksmith shop, we create small batches of artisan spirits using produce from the Maritimes. We make vodka and brandy using Annapolis Valley apples, Pear Eau-de-vie, Rum, Gin and several delicious fruit liqueurs. Tastings are free. Please contact us to check on the tour availability.