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Extraordinary Experiences

Cape Breton Island is home to thrilling experiences for every adventurer. Soar above the trees on a zipline, take aim with bow and arrow or ride the gondola to the top of a mountain for panoramic views. From high-energy fun to awe-inspiring scenery, these special experiences make every moment unforgettable.

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People take photos from a jeep while parked alongside the river in autumn
Featured

Cape Breton Backcountry Adventure
5

Margarees

Tubing

Margaree River Tubing Adventure

Margarees

Destination Cape Smokey

Destination Cape Smokey
3.5

Ingonish & Area

Lighthouse

Enragée Point Lighthouse

Chéticamp & Area

Jeep drives along the Cabot Trail

Full Cabot Trail Adventure Tour

Margarees

Gondola at Cape Smokey

Gondola at Cape Smokey
3.5

Ingonish & Area

Highland Bow & Arrow

Highland Bow & Arrow
5

St. Ann's Bay & North Shore

snowmobile

Highland Powersport Rentals

Baddeck & Area

Ingonish Outdoor Rink – Smokey Recreation Society

Ingonish Outdoor Rink – Smokey Recreation Society

Ingonish & Area

Jerome Point Lighthouse

Jerome Point Lighthouse
4.6

St Peter's & Area

Louisbourg Lighthouse

Louisbourg Lighthouse
4.5

Louisbourg & Area

Lighthouse

Low Point Light House

Glace Bay & Area

Mountain Pine Adventures – Ziplining Experience

Mountain Pine Adventures – Ziplining Experience
4.6

North Highlands

Star-gazing and Meteor Showers

Star-gazing and Meteor Showers

TNT Outdoor Adventures Inc.

TNT Outdoor Adventures Inc.
4.8

Baddeck & Area

Twisted Roots Farm

Twisted Roots Farm

Judique

World’s Largest Fiddle

World’s Largest Fiddle
4.1

Sydney & Area

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