Sail the Ocean and the Inland Sea
Trip Highlights
Steer the boat & handle the sails
Experience the UNESCO Bras d’Or Lake Biosphere at sea level
Amazing wildlife sightings at St Peter’s Inlet
Pass through a 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 via 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, Cape Breton’s iconic inland sea. 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, 2 nights on board the yacht at St. Peter’s Marina
Private party up to 4 people. $2,250 + HST. Add up to 2 day-sailing guests (extra $ per person).
Itinerary
Meet your boat and captain on arrival evening at the 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 amenities here and company of other sailors. (Maybe do some stargazing.) Spend the night aboard.
After breakfast set sail to 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 Lions Marina and spend the night aboard.
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.
Tour info
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 (soda, water, juice). (BYO alcoholic beverages)
Marina amenities include free parking, wifi, lounge w/cable tv
Private bathrooms/showers, full kitchen, bbqs, picnic tables, laundromat, etc.
Things to know
Rates
Private charter with Captain and crew for up to 6 people,
Accommodations aboard, dockside at Marina. for 4 people.
2 days sailing, 2 nights aboard. CA $2,250. plus HST
You may add up to 2 additional day-sailing guests for $125/person/day.
We can help arrange great nearby overnight accommodations for day-sailing guests.
Private charter with Captain and crew for up to 6 people,
Accommodations aboard, dockside at Marina. for 4 people.
2 days sailing, 2 nights aboard. CA $2,250. plus HST
You may add up to 2 additional day-sailing guests for $125/person/day.
We can help arrange great nearby overnight accommodations for day-sailing guests.
Meals and Dining
You will be dockside for breakfast and supper. You can prepare your own meals in the marina kitchen and snacks in the boat galley. Foodland is our village grocery that has everything you need including prepared foods like sandwiches and salads. There are a variety of dining-out options in and nea...
You will be dockside for breakfast and supper. You can prepare your own meals in the marina kitchen and snacks in the boat galley. Foodland is our village grocery that has everything you need including prepared foods like sandwiches and salads. There are a variety of dining-out options in and near village centre, just a short walk from the marina including coffee shops, family dining, fine dining, pizza, pub and take-outs. Fresh seafood is generally available.
We will have lunch aboard during our sailing days. You can bring your own lunch or have it catered from the Sailors Picnic Menu. Order your lunches the evening before departure.
What To Bring
• Non-skid shoes (deck shoes are ideal).
• Layers of clothing: short pants and sleeves, long pants and sleeves, a fleecy top or sweater, wind/rain proof jacket, hat.
• Sunglasses, sun block, bathing suit, camera.
• Please feel free to bring your own alcoholic (or any) beverages, food or snacks and use our fridge/freezer.
• Non-skid shoes (deck shoes are ideal).
• Layers of clothing: short pants and sleeves, long pants and sleeves, a fleecy top or sweater, wind/rain proof jacket, hat.
• Sunglasses, sun block, bathing suit, camera.
• Please feel free to bring your own alcoholic (or any) beverages, food or snacks and use our fridge/freezer.
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