Halifax Sunset Sailing Yacht with Nova Scotia Wine Tastings
Take the helm or relax with a cheeseboard as the sun dips over Halifax Harbor
A 2.5-hour sailing experience on a 45-foot luxury yacht in Halifax where you taste four Nova Scotia wines (a sparkling, Tidal Bay, rosé, and red) paired with local charcuterie while sailing past George's Island toward McNabs Island and into the Northwest Arm at sunset. You can take the helm and hoist the sails yourself, or sit at the bow and watch the skyline pass. The crew is hands-on and invites you to be involved as much as you want. Minimum age is 19. The guide speaks English.
What’s included
- A 2.5-hour guided sail on a 45-foot luxury yacht.
- four Nova Scotia wines (sparkling, Tidal Bay, rosé, and red) with tasting notes.
- local charcuterie boards paired with each wine.
- hands-on sailing opportunities if you want them.
- a route that takes you past George's Island, toward McNabs Island, and into the Northwest Arm at sunset.
Times
Next departure: 8 May 2027
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Operated by J Farwell Sailing Tours
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The experience
The yacht leaves the Halifax waterfront as a working boat, not a floating lounge. You're invited to take the helm, hoist the sails, or sit back: the crew adjusts to what you want to do. The 2.5-hour sail moves past George's Island toward McNabs Island, then into the narrows of the Northwest Arm, where the homes along the shore come into view as the light changes. This is the route that holds the sunset.
The wine tasting happens while you're underway. Four wines grown and produced in Nova Scotia (a sparkling, the region's signature Tidal Bay, a rosé, and a red) come with a guided tasting that explains the wineries and grapes. Local charcuterie boards pair with each pour. You can settle at the bow with a glass, or stay near the crew at the stern. The intimate scale of the boat and the movement of the water make the tasting feel less like a formal event and more like an evening that happens to include wine.
Is this one for you?Small groups work best on this boat. The crew keeps the experience intimate and adjusts to how involved you want to be with the sailing itself. If you're looking for a structured wine education or a large-group party, this is quieter and more personal than that.
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Top questions
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 does it mean to be "hands-on" with the sailing on this yacht?
The crew invites you to participate in sailing the boat. You can take the helm, hoist the sails, or handle other tasks if you want to. If you'd rather not, you can sit back and watch. The level of involvement is yours to choose.
What four wines will I taste on this Halifax sailing experience?
You'll taste a sparkling wine, Nova Scotia's Tidal Bay appellation wine, a rosé, and a red wine, all grown and produced in the province. The guide explains each one and the wineries behind them as you sample.
Where does the yacht sail during this sunset experience?
The route passes George's Island, moves toward McNabs Island, and then enters the narrows of the Northwest Arm, where you'll see homes along the shore as the sun sets over the Halifax skyline.
Is the charcuterie included with the wine tasting?
Yes, local charcuterie boards are paired with the wines throughout the 2.5-hour sail.
What's the minimum age to join this wine and sailing experience?
You must be at least 19 years old to participate.
Halifax Sunset Sailing Yacht with Nova Scotia Wine Tastings
2h 30m · EN
from CA$ 200 per person
≈ US$ 145 in your currency
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