+1 (902) 631-5050 •. St. Peter's, Nova Scotia
Sail the Ocean and the Inland Sea
2 or 3 days sailing & nights aboard
Trip Highlights
- Steer the boat & handle the sails.
- Experience the UNESCO Bras d’Or Lake Biosphere at sea level.
- Amazing wildlife sightings.
- Pass through the historic tidal lock canal.
- Try your sailing skills on the inland sea and on the Atlantic Ocean.
Description
The magical Bras d’Or Lake is connected to the Atlantic Ocean by the historic St. Peter's Canal. This is Where The Ocean Meets the Inland Sea. Enjoy a hands-on sailing experience on both the Atlantic Ocean and the Bras d’Or Lake. Take the helm, handle the sails, help with the navigation, or just kick back and relax.
You will live aboard like a sailor in port, at the very welcoming and well-equipped St. Peter’s Lions Marina.
2 days sailing and 2 nights accommodation on board the yacht at St. Peter’s Marina.
Your private party up to 4 people sleeping aboard. Add up to 2 more day-sailing guests at extra cost. Nearby accommodations can be arranged for extra guests.
Things to bring
- Camera
- Layered clothing & soft-soled shoes, hat, sunscreen
- Bathing suit and towel
- Pack your gear in soft luggage for easy stowage aboard
- Adult beverages (BYOB), and food, or order catering in advance from our Sailors Picnic Menu.
Tour Info
Duration:
Arrive for 1st night aboard at 6 pm on evening before you sail. Check out after 2nd sailing day about 5 pm. June 14 thru October 5, 2025
Group Size:
Up to 4 people living aboard, additional 2 people for daysailing. Maximum 6 guests.
Pricing (2 days/nights):
CA$2,250 + HST for 4 guests. CA$100/day each for up to 2 more daysailing guests. Add a 3rd day and night if you wish at pro-rated cost.
What's Included
- 2 full days of active sailing and 2 nights aboard the yacht
- Accommodations aboard: bed linens, towels, head, galley, shore power
- Cold drinks in our fridge (sodas, water, iced tea, juice). (BYO alcoholic beverages)
- Marina amenities include: free parking, wifi, lounge w/cable tv, private bathrooms/showers, full kitchen, bbqs, picnic tables, laundromat, etc.
Itinerary
Arrival
Meet your boat and captain on arrival evening at the St. Peter's Lions Marina for a welcome and orientation to the shoreside facilities and the yacht. Enjoy drinks in the cockpit and dinner ‘at home at the marina’ – or dine out just a few steps to village centre. Take advantage of the Marina amenities and company of other sailors. (Maybe do some stargazing.) Spend the night aboard.
Day 1
After breakfast Captain and crew will join you to set sail on the Bras d’Or Lake via island-studded St. Peter’s Inlet. Here you're likely to see eagles, hawks and a variety of gulls overhead, herons and deer alongshore, and perhaps a few seals in the sea. Anchor for a swim and lunch in a protected cove. Then head out on the big lake for some open water sailing and practice your sailing skills. Take the helm, handle the sail or just kick back and enjoy the ride and scenery. The captain is standing by with sailing advice and instruction. Return to the Marina for your 2nd night aboard.
Day 2
Today we'll navigate through the historic tidal lock canal (operating since 1869) for a sail on the Atlantic Ocean. You'll have good views of neighbouring Isle Madame and the southwest coast of Cape Breton Island. In the ocean and Lennox Passage we may see pilot whales and seals, and lots of bird life. Return to St. Peter’s at afternoon’s end for check-out around 5 pm.
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