Can you believe we are approaching the end of summer?! Squeeze in some finally warm weather dates while you can! Take advantage of heat wave temperatures and spend the day on the water with fun activities that will help you cool off.
Whether you’re a local or visiting our beautiful East Coast province for the summer, these activities are worth adding to your summer bucket list!
Sea Doo
Zoom through the Halifax Harbour in style with a sea doo rental from The Harbour Watercraft. Cuddle up and share a sea doo or race around on your own! Choose to take a tour around Georges Island, McNabs Island, the Bedford Basin and the Halifax Waterfront or explore at your own pace as you zip through the waves.
Kayaking
No kayak – no problem! Kayaks are available for rent at many local community/Rec centers around Halifax as well as Long Lake Adventure Company and Wildwood Water Sports located in Shubie Park. This makes for a great summer date idea on one of our beautiful, peaceful lakes.
Surfing
They don’t call Nova Scotia “Canada’s Ocean Playground” for no reason! This summer try hitting the waves at one of our beautiful beaches. Beginners fear not, East Coast Surf School offers local surf lessons that will help you and your date look likes pros on the water!
Tiki Tours
Round up your group for a fun friend date of bringing the tropics to the Halifax Harbour with Tiki Tours! Enjoy drinks and laughs on a floating tiki bar that even has karaoke on board.
Sailing
Sailing is the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day! J Farwell offers numerous sailing tours that make for a romantic summer date on the water as you set sail down the Northwest Arm. Check out their award-winning Sunset Wine + Cheese Sail which includes tastings of Nova Scotian wines paired perfectly with a local cheese board.
Tidal Bore Rafting
The adventurous couples need to check out Tidal Bore Rafting Resort for an exciting date experience on the Shubenacadie River in the Bay of Fundy! With the world’s highest tides, you and your date are sure to have a blast! All trips also include a stop to get messy and go mud sliding.
SUP Yoga
Find your zen on the water with SUP Yoga– A stand up paddleboard yoga class that takes place in Head of St. Margarets Bay.
Boat Cruise
What better way to celebrate the summer than a boat cruise party? Ambassatours hosts the best boat parties with themed nights, a fully licensed bar, good music and great vibes!
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