Broad Cove Beach
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Cape Breton Highlands NP
This hidden gem of a sandy beach can be found at the foot of the Broad Cove Campground. Dip into the Atlantic and rinse off in the neighbour...
Dixon’s Zodiac Seafari Whale & Coastal Tours
Nestled in the northeast corner of Cape Breton Island lies the quaint fishing village of Neil’s Harbour. Just two minutes off of the Cabot Trail, let the lighthouse guide you to Dixon’s Zodiac Seafari. Prepare to have a smooth, exhilarating ride aboard the “733 Hurricane”, the same type of vessel used by the Canadian Coast Guard. This is where your coastal, whale and marine life adventure will begin.
You will embark on a 1 ½ hour journey where you may experience close encounters with such species such as Minke Whales, Humpbacks, Fin Whales, Pilot whales, Dolphins, Porpoises, Blue Fin Tuna, Sunfish, Seals and Leatherback Turtles. Here, from the port of Neil’s Harbour, is where these Leatherback Turtles are tagged with satellite tracking GPS monitoring system so they can track these magnificent creatures journey throughout the Atlantic Ocean.
So come join us to see Cape Breton Island’s coastline and watch the marine life flourish in its natural habitat. It’s an experience you will never forget!
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Grandmother Moon
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Ingonish Beach
It is said that Grandmother Moon watches over the waters of the earth. This Indigenous ceremony celebrates Grandmother Moon and women’...
Whale Interpretive Centre
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Pleasant Bay
The Whale Interpretive Centre in Pleasant Bay on Cape Breton Island promotes and preserves an awareness of whales and marine life by cre...
Leather Works by Jolene
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Indian Brook
Belts, wallets, bags and other contemporary leather goods; reproductions of historic leather items. ...
Country Haven Bed & Breakfast
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Cape North
Set in the beautiful Cape Breton Highlands and centrally located at the halfway point on the Cabot Trail, Country Haven Bed and Breakfast is...
Franey Trail
Region: Cabot Trail
Community: Cape Breton Highlands NP
You climb up and up and your reward is at the top! Large flat rocks give you a nice place to sit and enjoy the 360-degree views of the entir...
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