LaHave Islands Extended Experience

LaHave Islands Extended ExperienceSpend 5 unforgettable days and 4 nights immersed in Nova Scotias premier sea kayaking paradisethe LaHave Islands. Paddle to remote white sand beaches, explore historic island lighthouses and traditional fishing settlements, and glide quietly past thriving seal rookeries. After a day on the water, relax with locally sourced meals around the campfire, then drift off to sleep to the gentle sound of waves along the shore. Its a Nova Scotia sea kayaking

Spend 5 unforgettable days and 4 nights immersed in Nova Scotia’s premier sea kayaking paradise—the LaHave Islands. Paddle to remote white-sand beaches, explore historic island lighthouses and traditional fishing settlements, and glide quietly past thriving seal rookeries. After a day on the water, relax with locally sourced meals around the campfire, then drift off to sleep to the gentle sound of waves along the shore. It’s a Nova Scotia sea kayaking vacation you’ll remember for a lifetime.

Your trip is completely worry-free: all sea kayaking and camping gear, delicious meals and snacks, and certified guides are included—everything you need for an amazing adventure.

Sample Itinerary

Please note that this itinerary is an example that is intended to give you an idea of the pace of our trips. It may change based on the weather conditions.

Day 1: Arrival and Paddle to First Island Camp

Overnight Location - Island Camp | Time - Kayaking – 2-3 hours | Meals - Lunch, Dinner

Arrive at Cape LaHave Adventures by 10:00 am for a welcome coffee, tea, pastries, and fruit. Meet your guides, receive your kayaking equipment, and pack your dry bags and kayaks with assistance from the team. Enjoy a lunch at the base before departing at 1:00 pm from the black sand beach for a 2-3 hour paddle to the first island camp. Upon arrival, set up camp, relax, and enjoy a freshly prepared dinner at 6:00 pm.

Day 2: Paddle the Southern Archipelago

Overnight Location - Island Camp | Time - Kayaking – 4–6 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start the day with breakfast between 7:30–8:30 am. Pack up camp and join the crew for an optional morning stretch at 9:30 am before launching the kayaks at 10:00 am. Explore the southern portion of the archipelago, including Cape LaHave Island, Bantam Bay Beach, Green Bay or Halibut Bay. Paddle 4–6 hours, with a lunch stop at one of the scenic island beaches along the way. Arrive at camp around 3:30-4:00 pm, unwind, and enjoy appetizers before a delicious dinner prepared by your guides. 

Day 3: Paddle the Central Islands, heading north

Overnight Location - Island Camp | Time  - Kayaking – 4–6 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy breakfast between 7:30–8:30 am, followed by an optional morning stretch at 9:30 am. Pack up camp and launch kayaks at 10:00 am to explore more highlights of the archipelago. These include Wolf Gut, Middle Island, Round Island & Cabbage Island. Arrive to set up camp around 3pm to relax and enjoy appetizers before another freshly prepared dinner. After dinner, join your guides back on the water for an optional night paddle to look for bioluminescence - a magical end to an already fantastic day.

Day 4: Paddle the Northern Islands

Overnight Location - Island Camp | Time  - Kayaking – 4–6 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Paddle toward Mosher’s Island and set up camp near on one of the islands en route to the lighthouse. Take a walk to the lighthouse for panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean, Gaff Point, and West Ironbound Island, or stroll to the other side of the island. Arrive to set up camp around 3:30-4pm to relax and enjoy appetizers before another freshly prepared dinner.

Day 5: Departure Day

Overnight Location - None | Time - Kayaking – 3–4 hours | Meals - Breakfast, Lunch

Start the morning with breakfast between 7:30–8:30 am, followed by an optional morning stretch at 9:30 am. Pack up camp and kayaks, then launch at 10:00 am for the journey back to the mainland. Weather permitting, take in final views of the open Atlantic Ocean before paddling past northern islands in the archipelago. Arrive back at the starting point of the tour at 2:00 pm, unpack kayaks, and say your goodbyes.