2 Hour Deep-Sea Fishing in Halifax: Cod, Pollock & Mackerel

Cast a line in Halifax waters and reel in cod, pollock or mackerel

A 2-hour deep-sea fishing activity in Halifax where you cruise from the waterfront toward McNab's Island, fish the open water with a captain who identifies your catch, and keep what you reel up. All equipment is provided. No experience is required. Children from age 4 are welcome, and a live English-speaking guide leads the trip.

The experience

The boat leaves the Halifax Waterfront and heads toward McNab's Island, where your captain takes you to the fishing grounds. You'll spend the 2 hours casting for cod, pollock, mackerel and other species that inhabit these waters. The captain handles the navigation and knows which spots are producing that day. Your job is to work the rod and feel for the bite.

All fishing equipment comes with you (rods, tackle, bait), so you show up and fish. The captain identifies what you've caught as it comes up, and you keep the fish depending on the species and size. If you've never held a fishing rod over open water, this is the setup that makes it possible: no gear to buy, no technique to master beforehand, just the water and the fish.

What’s included

• All fishing equipment including rods, tackle and bait.
• a captain with local knowledge of the fishing grounds.
• identification of your catch.
• a 2-hour outing on the water.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 May 2027

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AgesAdult (19 to 95 years) · Youth (4 to 18 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Sea Halifax Boat Tours

Is this one for you?The boat rocks and moves for the full 2 hours, so it suits travelers comfortable on the water. The activity itself is standing and casting, not strenuous, and works for a range of ages and fitness levels.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (4 to 18 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What kind of fish will I catch off Halifax?

Cod, pollock, mackerel and other species inhabit the waters near McNab's Island where the boat fishes. The captain identifies your catch as it comes aboard and advises which ones you can keep.

Do I need fishing experience to book this?

No experience is required. The captain provides all equipment and guidance. The trip works for first-timers and seasoned anglers alike.

What happens to the fish I catch?

You keep your catch depending on the species and size. The captain identifies what you've reeled up and lets you know what's keeper-size.