Itinerary

Day 1: 5km/3 miles (1 hour) walk; and optional 90-minute inner tube float
13:00 meet in Halifax for transfer to Wolfville. Introductory hike on the Acadian dykes to Grand Pre, to see how early farmers controlled the tides to their advantage. Visit the Acadian site of Grand Pre. Afterwards, visit the Grand Pre wineries, and float on an inner tube down the Gaspereau River, through apple orchards toward the sea. D (Meal inclusions provided for guided trips only).
Victoria’s Historic Inn; or
Tattingstone Inn, Wolfville

Day 2:  14km/9 miles hike. 6 hours
Hike out to Cape Split along the clifftops from Scot’s Bay. Linger at “the Split” to contemplate the tidal power from your high perch on a clifftop meadow, or follow the alternative coastal route back to Scot’s Bay. Choose from several dinner choices awaiting you in Wolfville.  BL
Same lodging

Day 3: up to 18km/11 miles hike (6 hours). Optional alternative river rafting ($95; entire group only)
Transfer around the Minas Basin to Economy, to hike the Kenomee Canyon and Economy River Wilderness Area. This takes you through mixed evergreen/hardwood forests, along cliff edges, to waterfalls, river crossings, and beautiful stone steps. River rafting is an alternative activity, and is only available when the entire group wants it and tide times are appropriate; call for details. Finish with a short hike along the cliffs in Five Islands Provincial Park before transferring to Parrsboro where you may have the option to attend a live performance at Ship’s Company Theatre. BLD
Gillespie House B&B, Parrsboro

Day 4: Hiking variable distance 4-5 hours
Start with a walking tour at the base of Partridge Island to search for gems and fossils exposed by the ravages of the tides, and to enjoy the beautiful pebbly beach with its spectacular wealth of fascinating rocks and driftwood. After lunch, hike the idyllic riverside through sun-dappled (we hope!) woods to Ward’s Falls, where the hardy sometimes take a refreshing dip. BL
Same lodging

Day 5: Hiking 4-6 hours  
The Cobequid Mountains tumble to the sea all along this shore, and the multitude of waterfalls make this a fascinating exploration. Start with a moderate walk to North River Falls, 20km west of Parrsboro. From there, it’s a more challenging hike to nearby Harrington River Falls, and an optional extremely challenging walk to Moose River Falls before finishing with an easy visit to Hidden Falls. Afterwards, on the way to Advocate and Cape Chignecto Park, you will stop at the Age of Sail Museum in Port Greville. Your retreat tonight is at a Lighthouse overlooking the Bay of Fundy, or in cabins tucked behind a beach littered with driftwood, and perfect for an evening fire. BLD
The Light Keeper’s Kitchen and Guest House, Cape d’Or (book early); or
Driftwood Park Retreat, Advocate Harbour

Day 6: 15km/9 miles (8 hour) hike, or optional seakayak
A challenging hike in Cape Chignecto Park, or optional seakayak trip to the Three Sisters. This area, near the outer end of Cape Chignecto where the Cobequid Mountains meet the rips and ferocity of the Fundy tides, is known for its fantastic shorelines. Return to your lodge for the night and enjoy one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. BLD
Same lodging

Day 7: 2 hour walk at Joggins Fossil Cliffs, then transfer back to Halifax
Follow one of Nova Scotia’s quietest stretches of road to Joggins, recently added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites, thanks to the remarkable abundance of rare fossils accessible to anyone walking on the beach. Finish with a van transfer back to Halifax in time for dinner.  BL

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