JFarwell Moonlight Yacht Cruise from Halifax Waterfront
Recommended by 94% of travelers
Halifax, Canada
- 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Discover the sights and sounds of Halifax as you sail along its coast on a moonlight cruise. Join a small group and board your yacht, taking in the illuminated skyline while you sail. Enjoy a relaxed evening with your friends and family paired with good music and some of Nova Scotia’s best craft beer, wine, and spirits (for purchase).
- End a day of sightseeing with a moonlight cruise
- See the sights of Halifax from a different perspective
- Relax on the bow and observe the starry night sky
- A small group means more attention from your guide
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Alcoholic Beverages
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1599 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S2, Canada
On the Halifax Waterfront, located directly on the boardwalk. Look for our kiosk on the dock between the Wave and the beer garden.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.9:30 pm
What To Expect
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Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Kornelia_J
Ray and Emerson were wonderful sailors and tour guides. Their stories and hospitality on board proved very knowledgeable as well as entertaining. We learned and laughed a lot. I would highly recommend the tour with or without the moon.
Reviews
4.8
based on 48 reviews
Bev_D, Sep 2025
Great intimate evening crushing the Halifax harbour…..not too many people- was very easy to hear the captain and carry on conversations with others on board
Karen_P, Aug 2025
It can be chilly at night. Bring a sweater. They do provide light blankets on board. Some music or narration would have been nice.
I was a little worried when a guest was allowed to drive the boat given that he was drinking. He drove too fast for my liking and made an erratic sharp turn. But no harm done.
Andrew the captain was very friendly and nice as was his assistant Ali.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you so much for including us in your summer plans. To say we were shocked to read this is an understatement! We have never had such a comment in our eight years of safe operations. We are so sorry you felt worried onboard. Please know that Our captains do have sole, full control of our vessels at all times. While we welcome moonlight guests for photo opportunities at the second helm at our side, they are not commanding the boat or setting the speed. Sailing can be an invigorating experience! Tacking and turning is a very controlled and perfectly normal part of being onboard a sailboat. Please know that safety is truly our only priority onboard, and our experienced crew have every component of guests’ time onboard thoroughly cared for.
Heather_D, Aug 2025
Beautiful time on the water with incredible staff leading the way. An unforgettable experience. Book it now!!!
Michelle_J, Aug 2025
Crew was amazing . Was beautiful to see the harbour at night. Would definitely recommend to anyone. Would definitely book another cruise through them.
Phil_H, Jul 2025
Super relaxed atmosphere on the boat. The guys were more than attentive, getting drinks arranged and setting up music.
They had blankets onboard if it got chilly, but really it wasn’t cold at all.
Some beautiful photo opportunities of the harbour at night.
Kornelia_J, Jul 2025
Ray and Emerson were wonderful sailors and tour guides. Their stories and hospitality on board proved very knowledgeable as well as entertaining. We learned and laughed a lot. I would highly recommend the tour with or without the moon.
Andrew_R, Jul 2025
Captain was surprisingly young but we soon learned extremely experienced and very knowledgeable about the boat and boating/sailing in general. He was great to hang out with for the trip. Great host. His co pilot was also very knowledgeable about sailing and shared some of his experiences. Customer service 10/10 will sail again
Santina_R, Jun 2025
This was a great tour of the Harbour. The captain and his crew did an amazing job keeping conversation as well as giving info in regards to our tour. They offered blankets and there were drinks to purchase. We were even able to sit on the front of the boat for an even broader experience. It was well worth it.
Peter_N, Aug 2024
The Captain and first mate were awesome. They were very accommodating for us. It definitely made for a memorable experience for my wife and I.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
So glad you enjoyed a memorable experience with us!
Christa_D, Aug 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our moonlight cruise. Frankie and Finn treated us to to an amazing evening on the water. Frankie the Captain was very professional and gave us an informative tour. Finn the deckhand looked after our every need. We would definitely book with them again.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
We can't wait to welcome you back again! Thanks for enjoying a Moonlight Cruise with us.
Chantale_T, Aug 2024
Very informative. Nice and cozy. Loved it. Was offered drinks and blankets. Enjoyed our experience and would do it again.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thanks for joining us for a cozy moonlight cruise!
Jenna_C, Aug 2024
Ryan and meg were awesome. They were very knowledgeable about the yacht and surrounding area. It was a truly beautiful experience.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thanks for joining us for a moonlight cruise!
Cornelia_T, Jul 2024
The moonlight sailing cruise was an exceptional experience for me.It was a nice,cool July evening with a clear sky.It was so beautiful to sail along the waterfront of Halifax harbour,seeing all the patio lights and looking up to the sky where the stars came out and shine.It was a very peaceful atmosphere and very relaxing.The sailing crew with Frankie and Ben did an amazing job in explaining all the important landmarks to know within the Harbour area.I had an amazing time and highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thanks for the amazing review of your time onboard the Moonlight Cruise!
Trish_E, Jul 2024
Totally wonderful. Excellent staff and exceptional views. A highlight of our NS adventure. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thanks for choosing to sail with us! So glad it was a highlight of your time in Nova Scotia!
LaShana_M, Jul 2024
Friendly respectful educational tour with safety a priority. Thank you for a great evening to celebrate
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thanks for joining us to celebrate! So glad you felt safe onboard.
Karyn_S, Jul 2024
A fun, relaxing evening! The crew was welcoming and knowledgeable. They fave some history of Nova Scotia.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thanks for joining us for the Moonlight Cruise!
Heather_R, Jul 2024
The Captain and Finn were fantastic. Really pleasant and friendly but also incredibly knowledgeable. It was a wonderful and relaxing experience on a gorgeous ship. One of the best things we did on our trip.
There was an assortment of drinks and cheese available as well.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thanks for joining us for a moonlight cruise! So glad you had a great time!
Cindy_C, Jul 2024
Trip with my older kids to the Maritimes. Enjoyed our evening cruise. Great hosts, enjoyed the company of the other passengers. All passengers happened to be from Alberta.
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you so much for sailing with us, Cindy! Glad you enjoyed your time!
Bindu_K, Jun 2024
Captain and chief stewardess were friendly and experience was good, but we dint have music on cruise which was really disappointing. Overall experience was average..
Rebecca_S, Jun 2024
The boat and staff were awesome. Service was safe and warm with loads of blankets. I was a little disappointed in the weather no moonlight or stary sky just thick fog. If you’re really looking for a moonlight cruse check the weather.
Darcy_O, Aug 2023
It was the perfect way to celebrate your wedding anniversary. Is was so great and lovely from start to finish!
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you for joining us to celebrate such a special occasion!
Cynthia_S, Aug 2023
Our hosts were wonderful and trip was very enjoyable. Very personable as well. Smooth ride. Water was calm
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you so much for joining us and taking the time to leave a review!
Alexander_B, Aug 2023
It was awesome I liked being on the bow and seeing the light it made for a romantic evening, I would of gave them five stars, but they gave me Diet Coke instead of real Coke, but the drink still worked.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you for joining us for a moonlight sail! I'm so sorry you were served the wrong drink while onboard - we stock a large variety of non alcoholic and alcoholic options to ensure everyone has something they like!
Beth_C, Aug 2023
Best view from the boat for Natal day fireworks! Crew was very knowledgeable and fun, the other folks on the trip were very friendly.
Response from Host, Aug 2023
So glad you were able to enjoy such a special occasion onboard the moonlight cruise! Fireworks are definitely best seen from the water :)
Elizabeth_B, Aug 2023
A very enjoyable evening! Would highly recommend! Halifax at moonlight is delightful! We met some very interesting people. And our tour guides were very informative.☺️
Response from Host, Aug 2023
Thank you, Elizabeth! So happy you enjoyed the Halifax skyline by moonlight with us :)
Linda_P, Jul 2023
Fun crew who gives you a unique Halifax perspective on what you are seeing. Easy going tour. Good drinks available for purchase.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave this kind review, Linda!
Jordan_V, Jul 2023
The ride was ok nothing special. I booked this because it was suppose to be a Catamaran boat. Wasn't pleased it was changed. The driver was very nice and friendly. The ride was suppose to be longer than it was.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Hi Jordan, I’m so sorry to read this. We’re a bit confused, as our catamaran exclusively does private charters, and we’re not able to sell individual tickets for it. All the photos and description for this sail are of our monohull sailboats. The duration is advertised and delivered as 1.5 hours. We confirm the times of our sails with our Captain logbooks. If you’d like to reach out to us directly, we’d love to make this right for you, and hear more about why you thought you booked a different sail.
Philomena_S, Jul 2023
Overcast rainy evening but the staff are amazing and we never even noticed the weather. Professional and courteous. Thanks Ladies!❤️
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thank you so much! So glad your enjoyed your time onboard with our crew despite the weather not cooperating!
Sandra_H, Aug 2022
Excellent experienced crew. Enjoyed the atmosphere and a beverage. Safe after dark voyage. The fireworks were a bonus!
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