Cabot Trail Adventures
Cabot Trail Adventures
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North Highlands

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Your outdoor adventure specialists in Northern Cape Breton offering: 

  • Sea kayak tours 
  • Single and double kayak rentals
  • Canoe rentals
  • Paddleboard rentals 
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Private Airbnb cottages

With over 26 years of experience in the industry, we can help you discover the island. Join us at Cabot Trail Adventures, just north of the Cape Breton Highlands National Park – sea kayak, bike and paddle board in Northern Cape Breton.

ToursJoin us for an amazing half-day, guided kayak tour. Explore saltwater marshes and pristine barrier beaches.

  • Tours start with quick and easy instruction, and then you head out in our sturdy double and single kayaks for a 2.5-3.5 hour tour. 
  • Explore the coves of South Harbour including oyster aquaculture, salt marshes and local birds. 
  • Half way through the tour you will take a short break on a barrier beach, with a small snack and local stories. If conditions are favourable, the tour will launch in the sea and paddle along the coast to a nearby fishing village.

Half-day sea kayaking tour, offered July 15th-Sept 1st at 10am by reservation.

Kayak, Canoe and Paddleboard (SUP) Rentals

  • Rent single kayaks, tandem kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddleboards here in Northern Cape Breton just off the Cabot Trail in beautiful Nova Scotia Canada. Two hour and full day rates.
  • Our quick and easy rentals are a great option for families with younger children, small pets and anyone looking for a relaxing time on the water. 
  • Rentals include any instruction you need, maps and route suggestions.  

Bike Rentals

  • Bike rentals are available for those looking for a challenge on the Cabot Trail and local paved side roads. Visit our website for two great local rides.
  • Two hour and full day rentals, offered June 1st-Sept 15th Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm, no reservations necessary.

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