36 Lighthouse Road, Neil's Harbour, Nova Scotia 1-855-259-4122 info@dixonszodiac.com
A humpback whale tail beside the Highland Hurricane zodiac

Cabot Trail, Cape Breton
Whale Watching

Two-hour zodiac tours from Neil's Harbour aboard the Highland Hurricane

Come Ride the Hurricane! Hydrophone equipped.

Let the Lighthouse Guide You

Just two minutes off the Cabot Trail, nestled in the northeast corner of Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia, lies the quaint fishing village of Neil's Harbour. Let the lighthouse guide you to Dixon's Zodiac Seafari. Prepare to have a smooth, exhilarating ride aboard the “733 Hurricane”, the same type of vessel used by the Canadian Coast Guard. This is where your Cape Breton coastal whale watch and marine life tour will begin.

You will embark on a two-hour journey where you may experience close encounters with our four most common whales — fin whales, pilot whales, minke whales and the majestic humpback. Other whales that we see are the blue whale, killer whale, northern Atlantic right whale and the sei whale. We also see dolphins, mola mola (aka sunfish), seals and a variety of sea birds. In the past number of years the infamous great white has entered our sightings.

So come join us to explore the beautiful Cape Breton coastline from the ocean and enjoy the marine life that flourishes here. It's a Nova Scotia adventure you will never forget.

Wildlife We've Encountered

All wildlife photos are taken by Dixon's Zodiac Seafari.

The Highland Hurricane
The Highland Hurricane
A Humpback Whale
A Humpback Whale
Blue Whale
Blue Whale
A Fin Whale Blowing
A Fin Whale Blowing
Killer Whale
Killer Whale
Pilot Whales
Pilot Whales
Leatherback Turtle
Leatherback Turtle
Northern Right Whale
Northern Right Whale
Blue Whale
Blue Whale
Blue Whale
Blue Whale

Departure Times

Zodiac tours are scheduled daily at:

  • 10:00 am
  • 12:30 pm
  • 3:00 pm
  • 5:30 pm

Family Rates & Charters

Sunrise, sunset and private charters available upon request.

Family, senior and student discounted rates available — just ask.

Call 1-855-259-4122

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance — 48 hours for groups of 6 or more.

Advance booking is strongly recommended during July and August.

Find Us

36 Lighthouse Road, Neil's Harbour, Nova Scotia — just off the Cabot Trail.