2020 Excursions Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Excursion Packages for 2020 Cruise Season

Town of Yarmouth

Prepared by Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Tourism Association | yarmouthandacadianshores.com Introduction Yarmouth & Acadian Shores, Nova Scotia

Bar Harbor, ME - Yarmouth, NS

1 Lobster Rock Marine Terminal PORT OF YARMOUTH International Ferry

2 Tender Old Government Landing Wharf area Killam Brothers Wharf International (Tenders only) Ferry Terminal

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Welcome About the Port Main Street There’s a bit of magic in Yarmouth & Acadian Shores. This is where the land Located on the Southwestern tip of Nova Scotia, the With a broad range of experiences and operators willing to meets the sea. Where English and Acadian cultures coexist. It’s quiet and Port of Yarmouth is well positioned to be a port of call cater to your passengers in a customized way, we will make peaceful, yet full of adventure. And where the darkest skies let the stars for cruise ships traveling in the region. sure your customers love their time here. shine their brightest. It’s where the food is fresh and local, and the music Yarmouth is a MARSEC Level 1 Port and home to a seasonal Let us help you plan a port of call to Yarmouth Nova Scotia. is too. It’s where everything comes together. It’s where the stars align. International Ferry to the United States with capabilities well We take great pride in providing a high level of service to We are a shining star in the rugged and wild landscape of Nova Scotia. beyond expectations. We are a Point of Entry with Canadian you and your customers. The five converging lines make up our star. They represent the spirit of the Border Services Agency, allowing you to have the flexibility of region and where everything comes together perfectly. stopping at a small port as your first point in Canada. Thank you for making Yarmouth your port of call. PORT SPECIFICATIONS Channel Depth 6.6m (Lowest Tide)

Labrador Tidal Ranges: 4.57m (springs) & 3.73m (neaps) Cruise Berths (2) 1. Lobster Rock Marine Terminal 2. Old Government Wharf Canada Length 152.4m 121m Depth 5.8m 5.1m

Quebec Newfoundland SERVICES AVAILABLE Quebec Water (Bulk) Lighting New Prince Edward City Brunswick Island Cape Breton Security Medical Island Ottawa Bunkering Gangways Maine Saint John Nova Scotia Garbage Disposal (Domestic) Recycling Digby Bar Harbor Halifax Security: MARSEC Level 1 Port Pilotage (Optional) Customs: Available Year-Round Anchorage OR Tendering Yarmouth United Shore Power: Lobster Rock States Boston Marine Terminal only New York 110,220VAC, 60Hz/1Ph. 30 & 50A & 208VAC/3Ph. 50A

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Excursion 1 Excursion 2 Cape Forchu Lighthouse Tusket Islands Tour (Departing from the Town of Yarmouth, Killam Brothers Marina) (Tour departs via bus from the Town of Yarmouth to , NS)

This is 2 hour experience. This is 4.5 hour experience. Welcome to Cape Forchu, a Light Like No Other. This spectacular and unique Discover the rich culture and history of the Tusket Islands as you tour them “apple core” lighthouse is the second most photographed lighthouse in Nova on a real fishing boat with real fishermen. Stop on one of the islands to learn Scotia. After welcoming your guests upon landing at Killam Brothers Marina more about how these islands helped shape the fishing industry of the area. they will be transported to Cape Forchu (15 min away). The Tusket Islands lie south west of mainland Wedgeport, Nova Scotia. At Cape Forchu they will be greeted and offered a guided walking tour featuring They are only accessible via boat although a causeway to Big Tusket Island stories of the unique history of Cape Forchu and the Leif Erikson trail. Your guests was once proposed but never constructed. The Tusket Islands are full of will hear interesting tales of lighthouse keepers who lived and worked the light as history on subjects ranging from lobster and tuna fishing, murders, World well as stories of shipwrecks and even the Vikings! War II spies, shipwrecks, disasters, treasure, and much more. We are also pleased to provide your guests with hot coffee/tea and a fresh cup On this award-winning hands-on tour you will be served fresh local seafood

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T O N O U I R T IS A RESERVE T DESTIN $50.00 CAD per person (Minimum guests requested is 15 people)

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Excursion 4 Historic Yarmouth Walking Tour (Departing from the Town of Yarmouth, Killam Brothers Marina)

This is 2 hour experience. Guests will join a guided waking tour for an informative stroll through Yarmouth’s heritage district where they’ll see stately Sea Captain’s homes and learn some of our stories of heroism at sea. Experience a fully guided tour that will give you a glimpse into Yarmouth’s past. Also, included in the visit is a stop to the Museum with light refreshments available. After completing the tour, guests will be returned to the Welcome Centre at Killam Brothers Marina where they will have access to Excursion 3 washrooms as well as Visitor counseling to assist in points of interest.

$25.00 CAD per person Historic Acadian Experience (Minimum guests requested is 10) (Tour departs via bus from the Town of Yarmouth to Pubnico, NS)

This is 3.5 hour experience. In this early 1900s Acadian village, situated on a beautiful 17-acre site Excursion 5 overlooking Pubnico Harbour, experience a language, culture and way of life Eerie & Ominous that has thrived along this shore for more than 350 years. Experience our traditional ways of farming and fishing and savour home-cooked Acadian Guided Walking Tour cuisine in our café. Discover the industrious and joyful spirit that has kept (Departing from the Town of Yarmouth, Killam Brothers Marina) our culture alive through deportation and hardship.

Passengers land at Killam Brothers Marina and receive welcome. (Guests This is 1.5 hour experience. will have access to our welcome area and washrooms). They will then Crime, folklore and Yarmouth legends; explore the darker side of be transported to Le Village Historique Acadien de la Nouvelle-Écosse Yarmouth. Hear the tales of unexplained and eerie events during (approximately 45 mins away). Yarmouth’s no.1 rated tour. These stories will captivate you. During the visit your guests will receive a guided tour of Le Village with light Upon receiving their welcome at Killam Brothers Shipping Marina, refreshments including, seafood chowder + Acadian rappie pie (vegetarian guests will have access to our Welcome Centre & washrooms option available) plus a desert. Other food options are available for purchase. as well as Visitor counseling to assist in points of interest. After the visit is over guests will be transported back to the Killam Brother’s Marina landing area. During this 1 mile tour they’ll hear the tales of unexplained and eerie events from this historic town and leave Yarmouth with $ 55.00 CAD per person fascinating stories to tell. After completing the tour, guests will be (Minimum guests requested is 20) returned to the Welcome Centre at Killam Brothers Marina.

$25.00 CAD per person (Minimum guests requested is 10)

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Excursion 7 Local Hops Tour (Departing from the Town of Yarmouth, Killam Brothers Marina)

This is 3 hour experience. Award Winner Wine and Beer Tours of Nova Scotia offers a perfect chance to get a taste of some of the best experiences the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores region has to offer. Passionate and experienced, let them show you the world-class flavours within this magnificent coastal territory. Tour Includes: • A visit to Heritage Brewing Company and beer samples. • A visit to Tusket Falls Brewing Company, including brewery tour & beer samples. • A visit to Rudders Seafood Restaurant & Brew Pub including Excursion 6 beer samples with optional Nova Scotia Lobster Dinner. Transportation to all locations included.

Yarmouth Harbour $100.00 CAD per person Kayak Tour (Minimum guests requested is 2. Maximum guests is 8.) (Departing from the Town of Yarmouth, Killam Brothers Marina)

Excursion 8 This is 3 hour experience. SUP and Suds Tour Winner of the Yarmouth & Acadian Shores Tourism Association’s (Tour departs via bus from the Town of Yarmouth to Tusket, NS) “Best Visitor Experience” award for 2015 & 2016! Join The Song of the Paddle guides on this relaxing paddle along the This is 3.5 hour experience. scenic and historic Yarmouth Waterfront! Learn about the colorful history Get inspired and experience nature from a different perspective. of this active fishing port as you wind your way up the harbour. Take a scenic 25 min. bus ride to Tusket where you will explore Following a morning of exploring the Yarmouth waterfront with your the aquatic wilderness by Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP). guides, paddle up dockside and watch as your lunch is delivered to you - Included is a comprehensive on-land SUP instruction course right into your kayak. Sit back and enjoy your freshly prepared meal from prior to paddling, followed by a 90 minute SUP tour of the one of our award winning restaurants - Rudder’s Seafood Restaurant & Tusket waterways and surrounding area. Brewpub or The Red Shed. After the paddle, come ashore with a short 10 minute walk to No previous kayak experience is necessary. All equipment is supplied. Tusket Falls Brewing Company for a pint of delicious craft beer or non-alcoholic beverage and then board a bus back to the $100.00 CAD per person Town of Yarmouth. SUP offers an easy learning curve, (Minimum guests requested is 4. Maximum guests is 10.) making it suitable for all ages and abilities. Transportation to all locations included.

$125.00 CAD per person (Minimum guests requested is 6. Maximum guests is 12.)

8 9 For more information please contact: Neil Mackenzie, Executive Director (902) 307-2457 | [email protected]

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