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Paddle from St. Martins harbor into the Bay of Fundy and glide beneath towering red sandstone cliffs carved by the world’s highest tides. This 2¼-hour guided tour mixes calm nearshore paddling with dramatic cave exploration—perfect for photographers and curious paddlers.
Paddle from St. Martins harbor into the Bay of Fundy and glide beneath towering red sandstone cliffs carved by the world’s highest tides. This 2¼-hour guided tour mixes calm nearshore paddling with dramatic cave exploration—perfect for photographers and curious paddlers.
You push off from St. Martins harbour as the village sighs behind you—covered bridges, bobbing fishing boats and a single gull trailing your wake. The water at your kayak’s chine is breathless; the Bay of Fundy’s tides are already pulling at the sandstone, exposing scalloped caves and smooth red walls that dare you to come closer.
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Operated by Bay Of Fundy Adventures · St. Martins, New Brunswick
You push off from St. Martins harbour as the village sighs behind you—covered bridges, bobbing fishing boats and a single gull trailing your wake. The water at your kayak’s chine is breathless; the Bay of Fundy’s tides are already pulling at the sandstone, exposing scalloped caves and smooth red walls that dare you to come closer.
These sea caves are the work of relentless water and time. Over millions of years, the bay’s tidal piston—sometimes more than 16 metres—has ground and polished the Carboniferous sandstone into arches and tunnels. The local fishing culture still reads the tides like weather, and guides weave natural history with stories of shipbuilding and seasonal herring runs.
Expect a close-to-shore paddle with calm channel work and a few tighter passages under overhangs. Guides include a short paddling lesson and dry bags; minimum age is 10 and tours run for about 2¼ hours. Photography opportunities are abundant—bring a dry-case camera and steady strokes for reflections off red rock cliffs.
Timing is everything: low-to-mid tide reveals the cave mouths and sand bars; higher tides let you approach deeper into the tunnels. Wear quick-dry layers, a secure PFD, and reef-safe sunscreen. Look for seals hauling out on ledges and eiders skimming the surface.
Practical: arrive 20–30 minutes early for orientation, expect light surf near the harbor mouth, and follow your guide’s briefing on entry and exit. This is an accessible sea-kayak outing that rewards steady paddling and a good eye for tide windows.
No—guides provide a short paddling lesson; the tour is designed for beginners aged 10 and up.
Guides will lead the group into and along cave mouths where tides and safety allow; exact proximity depends on tidal stage and sea conditions.
Tours cancel for unsafe conditions; the operator typically offers a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours prior or if the trip is called off for safety.
Yes—minimum age is 10 and minors must be accompanied by an adult; PFDs and instruction are provided.
Bay Of Fundy Adventures operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You push off from St. Martins harbour as the village sighs behind you—covered bridges, bobbing fishing boats and a single gull trailing your wake. The water at your kayak’s chine is breathless; the Bay of Fundy’s tides are already pulling at the sandstone, exposing scalloped caves and smooth red walls that dare you to come closer.
You push off from St. Martins harbour as the village sighs behind you—covered bridges, bobbing fishing boats and a single gull trailing your wake. The water at your kayak’s chine is breathless; the Bay of Fundy’s tides are already pulling at the sandstone, exposing scalloped caves and smooth red walls that dare you to come closer.
These sea caves are the work of relentless water and time. Over millions of years, the bay’s tidal piston—sometimes more than 16 metres—has ground and polished the Carboniferous sandstone into arches and tunnels. The local fishing culture still reads the tides like weather, and guides weave natural history with stories of shipbuilding and seasonal herring runs.
Expect a close-to-shore paddle with calm channel work and a few tighter passages under overhangs. Guides include a short paddling lesson and dry bags; minimum age is 10 and tours run for about 2¼ hours. Photography opportunities are abundant—bring a dry-case camera and steady strokes for reflections off red rock cliffs.
Timing is everything: low-to-mid tide reveals the cave mouths and sand bars; higher tides let you approach deeper into the tunnels. Wear quick-dry layers, a secure PFD, and reef-safe sunscreen. Look for seals hauling out on ledges and eiders skimming the surface.
Practical: arrive 20–30 minutes early for orientation, expect light surf near the harbor mouth, and follow your guide’s briefing on entry and exit. This is an accessible sea-kayak outing that rewards steady paddling and a good eye for tide windows.