Small Group Tours Canada Adventures Nova Scotia Wine Tours Waterfalls Caves Vineyards Provincial Parks Grand Pre Winery Bay of Fundy Cape Split

OUR TOURS

Small group tours, adventures, wine tours, waterfalls, caves and provincial parks of Nova Scotia, Canada; featuring Grand Pre Winery and Bay of Fundy destinations including Cape Split.

Black Brook Beach

1.Once Upon a Tide
2.Country Waterfalls Charm
3.Gorge-ous Hills & Thrills
4.Bird's Eye View
5.River Run and Vineyard Fun
6.Glimpse Back In Time
7.Peggy's Cove Rock Walk

Great Earth Expeditions has everything you want in a small group adventure in Nova Scotia, Canada. All of our small group tours include transportation, lunch, guiding services and a free gift. Custom tours are available for those special corporate functions, family outings or other events. Call us today if you have any location preferences or special needs.

* WE ARE OPEN FOR BUSINESS, CHECK OUT OUR NEW TOURS INCLUDING A HIKING/KAYAKING COMBO TOUR.

Season (May.1st - Oct.31st)

(Special Rates)
Children under (13) - 25% off
Students - Tax free
Seniors (60+) - Tax free

1.Once Upon a Tide

KM - 6.0 L - Moderate T - 8 Hours

Price: $135.00 + HST

(NEW) Hiking+Sea Kayaking combo tour

Brace yourself for a day full of adventure. On this expedition you get to experience Nova Scotia by land and by sea. We spend the first half of the day hiking in the coastal barrens near Polly's Cove where we get a 360 degree panoramic view of Peggy's Cove and the surrounding area. The second half of our adventure takes place on the water in the beautiful St Margaret's Bay. Kayaking through the bay we will explore the many islands and maybe even get the chance to encounter some playful whales or curious seals.

*Polly's Cove
*Kayaking St Margaret's Bay
*Clam Island
*Marine life sightings

This tour generally starts at 8:00am and departs from Halifax.

(Price above includes transportation, lunch, tour guide, t-shirt and kayak rental)

World renowned kayaking

Taking in the clean air of the Atlantic Ocean. Join us and be amazed by the unspoiled natural beauty of Nova Scotia.

$Massive rock islands jolt out of the ocean to create this breathtaking scene at Polly\'s Cove.$

$These curious Pilot Whales come to the surface to put on a show for the kayaker\'s who visit their waters.$

2.Country Waterfalls Charm

KM - 4.5 L - Moderate T - 8.5 Hours

Price: $100.00 + HST

As part of this expedition you will experience the charm of the country, where cattle graze the open fields and hidden waterfalls tumble into deep gorges. Exploring one of Nova Scotia's most beautiful provincial parks we learn the story and legend behind how this spectacular landscape took it's unusual form. Our trek into the v-shaped gorge to see the North River Falls will truly leave you breathless as this is one of Nova Scotia's best kept secrets. Folks this is one expedition you will never forget.

*Minas Basin Look-off
*Economy Falls
*Five Islands Provincial Park
*Beach Combing
*North River Falls

This tour generally starts at 8:00am and departs from Halifax.

(Price includes transportation, lunch, tour guide and t-shirt)

North River Falls

This 60 ft waterfall drops dramatically into a beautiful v-shaped gorge, truly a magnificent sight.

Many times throughout this tour you will be rewarded with great photo opportunities such as this field of lupines.

Step back in time and discover 300 ft red cliffs overlooking the Bay of Fundy and the Five Islands themselves.

3.Gorge-ous Hills & Thrills

KM - 2.5 L - Easy T - 8 Hours

Price: $95.00 + HST

Although we don't travel much by foot on this expedition it is packed full of great sights. We will be driving through the Cobequid Hills and along the way we will explore 3 waterfalls, 2 gorges and 2 parks. Don't think that's it though as we will get the chance to see the Wentworth Valley from a bird's eye view near the Wentworth Hostel Look-off. With so much beauty in one day it's possible you may not want to go back home.

*Waughs River Gorge
*Drysdale Falls
*Annandale Falls
*Wentworth Falls
*Wentworth Provincial Park
*Wentworth Hostel Look-off
*Mayor's Park
*Londonderry Falls

This tour generally starts at 8:00am and departs from Halifax.

(Price includes transportation, lunch, tour guide and t-shirt)

Wentworth Valley

The rolling hills of the Wentworth Valley are full of life and color. It is known as a year round adventure destination.

Ice once covered this area and has carved out a deep gorge where Drysdale Falls makes her presence felt.

Rolling down a lovely red rock face, Wentworth Falls creates an interesting waterfall known as a "Staircase Falls".

4.Bird's Eye View

KM - 17.0 L - Moderate T - 8 Hours

Price: $90.00 + HST

You will need a good sturdy pair of hiking shoes for this tour. We cover a lot of ground on our way to the incredible sight of Cape Split, where the land has separated itself from the peninsula due to the forces of the Bay of Fundy, home to the highest tides in the world. Also on this tour we get the opportunity to see Cape Split from Baxter's Harbour across the Bay of Fundy. Don't forget to pack your camera as we will view the valley from up above where eagles are often seen soaring overhead. Blomidon offers great scenery where 300 foot red cliffs tower over a beautiful beach.

*Valley Look-off
*Cape Split
*Blomidon Provincial Park

This tour generally starts at 8:00am and departs from Halifax.

(Price includes transportation, lunch, tour guide and t-shirt)

Cape Split

Perched hundreds of feet above the Bay of Fundy, watch the world's highest tides at work, right before your very eye's.

$Perched hundreds of feet above the Bay of Fundy, watch the world\'s highest tides at work, right before your very eye\'s.$

This park has a bit of everything, breathtaking views of the ocean, waterfalls, towering exposed cliffs and a lovely beach.

Come and experience the beauty of the Annapolis Valley. Here you can see ocean and farmland for miles and miles.

5.River Run and Vineyard Fun

KM - 3.0 L - Easy T - 8 Hours

Price: $90.00 + HST

Sit back, kick your feet up and enjoy the ride. That's what the first part of this expedition is all about, as we will be tubing down the Gaspereau River. Don't be startled if we pass by cattle feasting on the long grass beside the river. The Gaspereau Valley is known for its lush forest, rolling hills and pleasant wine. So why don't we indulge in a little wine tasting at the Gaspereau Winery. After all this relaxing we take a short hike to Dawson Brook Falls for a chance to take some memorable photos.

*Moore's Brook Falls
*Gaspereau River tubing
*Gaspereau Winery
*Dawson Brook Falls

This tour generally starts at 8:00am and departs from Halifax.

(Price includes transportation, lunch, tour guide and t-shirt)

THIS TOUR USUALLY ONLY RUNS IN JULY & EARLY AUGUST

Gaspereau Valley

There's no better way to see the valley than to tube down the Gaspereau River, so grab your tube and let's go.

$There\'s no better way to see the valley than to tube down the Gaspereau River, so grab your tube and let\'s go.$

$Sometimes you don\'t have to work hard for great rewards. This beauty tumbles just minutes from a busy highway.$

$"Field of Dreams", that\'s the only way to describe the open vineyard at the Gaspereau Winery.$

6.Glimpse Back In Time

KM - 5.0 L - Easy T - 4.5

Price: $65.00 + HST

(NEW) Half day historical hiking tour

We will journey back hundreds of years when we finish our short boat ride and make our way onto the shores of McNab's Island. Home to a number of historical forts, this island situated at the mouth of the Halifax Harbour has a vast history that includes ghosts, treasure and even sea serpents.

*Fort McNab's
*Fort Ives
*Sherbrooke Tower
*Hangman's Beach

Morning tour starts at 8:00am and departs from Halifax.
Afternoon tour starts at 1:00pm and departs from Halifax.

(Price includes transportation, lunch and tour guide)

McNab's Island

Visible from the Halifax waterfront, McNab's Island is the large island at the mouth of the harbour, just waiting to be explored.

$Visible from the Halifax waterfront, McNab\'s Island is the large island at the mouth of the harbour, just waiting to be explored.$

$The sun drops behind McNab\'s Island leaving an orange glow like that of a giant fireball. A perfect night to be on the water.$

This large structure played the role of watching over the mouth of the harbour in case of an invasion from intruders.

7.Peggy's Cove Rock Walk

KM - 2.0 L - Easy T - 4.5

Price: $60.00 +HST

(NEW) Half day coastal hiking tour

Home to a year round population of a mere 60 people, this little fishing village is one of the most photographed places in Canada. There is no shortage of history and eerie tales about this rugged exposed cove. Over the years the people here have had their share of ups and downs, including the tragedy of Swiss Air 111.

*Peggy's Cove Lighthouse
*The Granite Barrens
*Polly's Cove

Morning tour starts at 8:00am and departs from Halifax.
Afternoon tour starts at 1:00pm and departs from Halifax.

(Price includes transportation, lunch and tour guide)

Peggy's Cove Lighthouse

Send a postcard to friends and family by way of the lighthouse, which acts as the village post office in the summer months.

$The village of Peggy\'s Cove has always been known for it\'s hospitable people, colorful houses and overall character.$

$Glaciers have left their mark on the area of Polly\'s Cove. Giant granite rocks are scattered throughout much of the landscape.$