The Wildlife

The Top of the Island region is a "must visit" for those seeking close encounters with nature. Mammals large and small, on land and in the water, travel the mountains, valleys, rivers and oceans of the area.

Dixon’s Zodiac Seafari Whale & Coastal Tours

Whalewatching Wildlife

Outdoor Adventure

Nestled in the northeast corner of Cape Breton Island lies the quaint fishing village of Neil’s Harbour. Just two minutes off of the Cabot Trail, 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 coastal, whale and marine life adventure will begin.You will embark on a 1 ½ hour…

Telephone 1-855-259-4122

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Capt. Cox’s Whale and Bird Watch

Whalewatching Wildlife

Outdoor Adventure

Bay St. Lawrence wharf. Daily tours (1- to 2-hr) on 7.5-m (24-ft) Zodiac. Hydrophone to hear whales. Experienced marine biology guide. Photo identification of returning pods. Seal rookery, seabirds, dolphins, moose, bear; shipwrecks, seacaves, waterfalls, spectacular geological formations. Reservations recommended.

Telephone 888-346-5556

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Oshan Whale Watch

Scenic-tour Whalewatching Wildlife

Outdoor Adventure

Watch whales, eagles, seals and seabirds at the Top of Cape Breton Island with the Fraser family. Locally owned and operated, Oshan Whale Watch offers guided tours with a coast guard trained crew. Our boat, the Oshan, is a 42-foot, hydrophone-equipped, Northumberland Strait-style vessel: ideal for the cliff side coastline of the Top of the Island region.Tours depart daily at 10:30am, 1:30pm and 4:30pm. Whale sightings guaranteed: 100% customer satisfaction or your money back!

Telephone 877-383-2883

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