Anglers arrive at Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) for transport to the Northumberland Shore, Nova Scotia, just northwest of Antigonish on the Sunrise Trail.
Anglers gather for a tour around the area, lunch in town, unwind, and prepare for fishing with dinner.
Fishing days start early at Ballantyne’s Cove, with the overall goal being constant: catch big tuna. Coffee, breakfast, lunch, and snacks are served on board.
Departure times might vary for transport back to YHZ to catch your flight. The director will contact you with flight-time suggestions.
If you’ve never fought a near-1,000-pound fish on rod and reel from a fighting chair, then you’re in for the experience of a lifetime. If you have, but never had the opportunity to land a giant bluefin, this is the trip for you! Nova Scotia’s bluefin fishery can’t be missed, and any angler worth his weight in salt is after one of these massive creatures. Bluefins are smart, they see better than any bony fish and are targeted in the most hypnotic of settings. The sunrises and sunsets in Nova Scotia are unreal, and the wildlife is never-ending, from whales and great whites to bald eagles and bears, as well as the many species of seabirds that inhabit the Northumberland Strait.
Our instructors are there to assist you in your pursuit; and when coupled with the decades of experience the captains have in these waters, it’s a recipe for tuna-fishing success. Step outside the box with us and land your own giant. Just six spots are available for this platinum opportunity.
Ocean views as far as the eye can see! With modern, open-concept designs, our two houses have a total of eight bedrooms and five full and two half baths, impeccable chef’s kitchens, and every modern amenity (including washers and dryers) you can imagine. These stylish houses are perfect for watching Nova Scotia sunrises and sunsets; ones that pictures can’t begin to do justice.
Relax after a hard day’s fishing by soaking up nature’s beauty with a cocktail and all the privacy you can handle. These accommodations are some of the finest in the area and are centrally located between Antigonish and Ballantyne’s Cove.
This expedition is priced as a fully curated package, with most meals, three days bluefin tuna fishing, standard boat tips, accommodations in Nova Scotia, and airport transfers/transportation included.
Airfare to and from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) is not included.
A 50-percent deposit must accompany each registration. The full payment must be paid 45 days in advance of your scheduled expedition.
Repeat clients, active-duty military, and veterans qualify for special discounts, please contact the director for more information.
Payments made toward your expedition are refundable for cancellations received, in writing, at least 61 days before the first day of the trip. If you cancel for any reason 31-60 days before the start date, we will issue a refund less a $1,000 per person cancellation fee. Cancellations less than 30 days before the start date will be non-refundable.
Travel insurance or evacuation services are not included but are recommended to protect your investment.
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