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Join the only commercial sailing charter to Sable Island National Park Reserve

Wild horses grazing on grassy dunes at Sable Island's eastern end with the ocean in the background
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"One of the great trips of the world"

Sail to Sable Island on a 5-day Voyage from Halifax, Nova Scotia

Sail from Halifax to Sable Island National Park Reserve aboard a 47 foot oceangoing sailing vessel. Experience up to 3 days on Sable Island, home to Canada's only protected wild horses, the world's largest grey seal colony, over 350 documented shipwrecks, and the largest beach in Canada.

Book now for a trip of a lifetime!

Book up to 4 guests per trip

5 day offshore sailing trip to Sable Island NPR

Depart Monday AM and back Friday PM
Includes Parks Canada permit fees
Includes all guest offshore safety gear kit
Chef catered meals and snacks onboard the boat
Spend up to 3 days and 2 anchored nights at Sable Island
Make landfall at multiple locations
Captained and crewed by highly trained mariners
Expect up to 6 hours of hiking in sand and on dunes. Option to explore on your own. Guests must be physically capable of boarding and disembarking the vessel by way of ladder. Children must be 12 years of age.
Wild horses at Sable Island water hole
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$5750/person

25% refundable deposit required to confirm booking.

Full payment is due 90 days before departure.

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Your 5-Day Adventure Itinerary

Experience a carefully planned journey from Halifax to Sable Island and back

1

Monday - Departure

  • 8:00 AM Arrive at the boat on the Halifax Waterfront
  • Safety orientation and embark to the island
  • 24 hours at sea - enjoy ocean sailing
2

Tuesday - Arrive at Sable Island

  • 9:00 AM landfall and island arrival
  • Tour Main Station area and meet Parks Canada staff
  • Lunch in Visitors' Quarters or in the dunes
  • Sail to Bald Dune and anchor for the night (weather permitting)
3

Wednesday - Explore Eastern End

  • Discover historic shipwrecks along the shore
  • Explore the eastern end of the island
  • Observe wild horses and grey seals
  • Anchor overnight (weather permitting)
4

Thursday - Final Exploration & Departure

  • Morning exploration of Eastern Spit
  • Final wildlife observations and photography
  • Depart for Halifax approximately 12:00 PM
5

Friday - Return to Halifax

  • 24 hours at sea returning to Halifax
  • Evening arrival in Halifax Harbour
  • Disembark with memories of a lifetime

What Our Guests Say

Trip of a lifetime

"This is one of the great trips of the world and I cannot recommend it more highly."

- TripAdvisor Review

A bucket list experience

"We had an incredible time. The crew, the boat, and above all, the opportunity to experience Sable Island up close made this trip unforgettable."

- TripAdvisor Review

Beyond expectations

"Andrew and his crew made this trip exceptional. The wild horses, seals, and pristine beaches exceeded all expectations."

- TripAdvisor Review

Highly professional operation

"From start to finish, everything was well-organized and professionally executed. The sailing was exhilarating and the island experience magical."

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Ready for the Adventure of a Lifetime?

Limited spaces available for the 2026 season. Book now to secure your spot on this exclusive journey to Sable Island.

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