JFarwell Sunset Wine and Cheese Yacht Sailing
Recommended by 98% of travelers
Halifax, Canada
- 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Soak up coastline views at the most scenic time of day on this small-group sunset cruise out of Halifax Harbour. Sail down the narrows of the Northwest Arm past George's and McNabs Islands as the sun sets over beautiful homes. Toast the experience with four included Nova Scotian wines—sparkling, Tidal Bay, rose, and red—paired with local cheese boards during a guided tasting.
- Sunset cruise out of Halifax Harbour: Sail under the setting sun
- Small-group tour (maximum 10 people): A more personalized experience
- Includes guided tasting of four Nova Scotian wines and cheese board
- Learn all about the local area from the crew
Sample Menu
Starter
Wine Sampling
Four Nova Scotia wines paired with local charcuterie
What's Included
- Experiential Sailing
- Alcoholic BeveragesFour Nova Scotian Wines
- SnacksCheeseboards
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- J Farwell Sailing Tours1601 Lower Water St, Halifax, NS B3J 1S2, Canada
You'll see our main ticket location in a White Sea Container behind the street directly on the Halifax Waterfront Boardwalk with stained wood and with our signage. Check in at the Sea Container, and our crew will show you which gangway to use.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.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
Gail_M
Jeff, Moly and Anna were amazing! My sister and parents and I had a great experience enjoying the delicious wine, tasty charcuterie board and breath taking views. We lucked out and had the best sailing day, starting with the bright sun shining on the boat around 6 pm to a beautiful sunset at night. Jeff, Moly and Anna were very welcoming and knew so much! Would definitely recommend to do in Halifax before or after dinner, for its so worth it!
Reviews
4.9
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Shelly_D, Aug 2026
Kim and Alex were capable, friendly and very safety minded. The weather was delightful and the wine and cheese were tasty. Best of all was the time spent getting to know other passengers and sitting up at the front of the boat. Would 100% do this again.
Gretchen_F, Aug 2026
The captain and crew were very welcoming and friendly. They gave us lots of information about our surroundings and ensured everyone had a safe and fun experience.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
We really appreciate your wonderful review!
Melissa_H, Aug 2026
Very relaxing sailing excursion on the Halifax Harbor. The staff were very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Loved the small group intimacy and meeting other travelers. The wine and cheese were a nice compliment to the evening.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for joining us for a sunset sail!
Jessica_H, Aug 2026
Fun, relaxing, beautiful scenery, great captain and assistant, nice spread of charcuterie and cheese paired with lovely local wines.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
We appreciate your kind words!
Veronica_R, Aug 2026
Crew were great but overall value wasn’t worth it.
Was a great relaxing way to see the harbour and sunset. If it was a better price or more quality/quantity of food and wine I would recommend and go again but the value didn’t add up. Pros were that the boat, crew, and views were wonderful.
Boat/crew/views 10/10
Wine/food 4/10
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thanks so much for choosing to sail with us and sharing your feedback! It's really important to us to offer a lot of value for our tours, which is why we offer this premium sailing experience for less than $70 per hour, while also offering four glasses of wine and a large grazing board. We can definitely understand it would not be a fit if you're looking for more of a full dining experience than a wine tasting sail, and we do have a limit of alcohol that can be served. We do hope we have the opportunity to welcome you aboard another time for perhaps another one of our experiences! :)
Deb_R, Jul 2026
Really fun sailing adventure! It was a small group of 10 people and all very nice. The Capt and 1st mate were great! There were 4 glasses of wines to try and we learned a lot about the wineries they came from. Also there was a great charcuterie board as well! The weather was perfect too!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for joining us and sharing about your Sunset Wine & Cheese sail!
Dave_H, Jul 2026
Beautiful sailboat with a terrific crew. Captain Andrew and 1st Mate Alex were competent sailors and a wealth of local knowledge. Wine and charcuterie were perfect for an evening sail. It’s a very personal experience. We loved it.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for joining us and sharing about your experience!
Janna_J, Jul 2026
Everything was great! Ryan and Kim both thought of everything… knowing it would be cooler on the water, they had blankets ready for us. We were 10 people guests on board and it was a little snug but confortable. Great views!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for your lovely feedback!
Melody_M, Jul 2026
Wonderful experience highly recommend! We took this tour our last night in town and it was the perfect ending!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thanks for your lovely feedback!
Tristan_D, Jul 2026
Awesome boat ride, great selection of local cheeses and wine. Views were awesome and the sunset on the way back was great for photos. Very friendly staff!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you so much for sharing about your time onboard!
Barry_F, Jun 2026
We had a great time. Nice mix of attendees and great conversations. The weather conditions were a bit unexpected, but still a great time.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thanks for sailing with us! So happy you enjoyed your time onboard.
Susan_L, Aug 2025
Ryan the captain and Mitch his first mate were excellent. The experience from beginning to end was exceptional. If you go to Halifax, I urge you to book this trip.
Eli_R, Aug 2025
Truly the best time. It was my dad's 75th birthday, and the captain and crew went out of their way to make sure it was a memorable evening. Excellent sail, excellent service and a great way to see Halifax. A must do.
Maura_O, Aug 2025
This was a wonderful sail through Halifax Harbor. Our captain, Ryan and first mate, Emerson, provided a fun, informative, and relaxing tour. The snacks and wine was great too! Overall, 5 stars out of 5 stars.
Lindsay_D, Jul 2025
Captain Andrew and Deckhand Ali were incredible. They were friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable in various areas (wines offered, local information, and some Nova Scotia history). The experience was amazing- the views, wine/charcuterie, and overall vibes were spectacular!
John_V, Jul 2025
Great experience with Finn and Ali. Good company, wine and cheese. Very enjoyable outing and well worth the cost.
Michael_P, Jul 2025
This is one activity not to be missed. Well worth the cost. The crew were very knowledgable and know the history of Halifax very well.
BillCoulbourne, Jul 2025
Boat movement can cause sea sickness if the water is rough. Sunset was good but very aubject to weather.
Renee_H, Jul 2025
Finn and Paul were fantastic! I cannot recommend more highly. We took this sailing trip on our last night in Nova Scotia and it was the perfect way to end our vacation.
Christoffel_M, Jul 2025
Finn and Ali were absolutely Amazing! We had the best experience and they were super knowledgeable and responsive to all our needs! Finn is a an excellent sailor and has tons of learned experience and knowledge and Ali was a great deck hand and made sure our wine glasses stayed full! Overall a 10/10 experience
Michelle_A, Jul 2025
Intimate sail, 8 passengers in total, along with two fun and fabulous crew, Ryan and Cullen. We all highly recommend this sailing cruise.
Karenann_R, Jun 2025
Good time. The wine and cheese tour was wonderful. Nice length of time. Brian and Collin were wonderful.
Chris_A, Jun 2025
Captain Ryan and First Mate/Sommelier Finn were fantastic hosts for our wine and cheese sunset cruise. We enjoyed several wines, learned sailing techniques while "helping" to sail the boat, and laughed a lot at each other's stories. The charcuterie and additional company made for a perfect evening. Be sure to add this cruise to your Halifax visit!!
Denise_C, May 2025
The crew are friendly and very professional. At all times I felt at ease. The wines were delicious as was the charcuterie selections. This is a small group that you’re in close quarters with for the trip. I appreciated how respectful and helpful they were to all passengers.
Andrew_S, May 2025
We were fortunate to take the Sunset Wine and Cheese tour this week. We had a great time sailing into the Northwest Arm and seeing a gorgeous sunset. Ryan was our captain and what great knowledge he shared on the many sites and he made sure part of the trip was by sailing. Alexandra was our deckhand, knowledgeable about wine and ensured we were enjoying ourselves. It was so great to see Ryan giving Alexandra instructions on a variety of things, he was so very supportive and gave great guidance. We had a most enjoyable time, thank you again to Ryan and Alexandra!
RogerMark_W, Oct 2024
The captain and crew were very professional. Beautiful scenery in a serene setting. The crew’s knowledge of the Nova Scotia wines pairing with the cheeses was exceptional. The local sights and history added to the overall experience.
Darlene_d, Sep 2024
Beautiful cruise with lovely wines and great company. This was my second such cruise with JFarwell Sailing, and I will do this again. I highly recommend.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Having repeat guests means SO much to us! Thanks for joining us for a second sail!
Julia_S, Sep 2024
Crew were lovely, professional and fun. Food was great. A nice way to see the harbor in a very relaxing setting.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
So glad you enjoyed a relaxing evening with us!
Shelley_C, Sep 2024
Relaxing evening on water, beautiful sunset. Great wine and cheese. Knowledgable crew. All around great time.
Response from Host, Sep 2024
Thanks for joining us for a sunset wine & cheese sail! Glad you had a great time!
morgan_c, Aug 2024
Brandon & Margaret were absolutely great hosts. Margaret handled the boat like the back of her hand. You could tell she’s passionate about sailing. Brandon was also great, explaining how to adjust the sails, etc.
We were served 4 glasses of Nova Scotia wines, but if wine wasn’t your thing you could swap it out for another drink. 2 bathrooms on board & a beautiful experience. There’s no dress code but I’d recommend flat shoes. If you’re worried about getting cold, they have blankets on board to keep you comfortable. If you’re on the fence about booking, don’t be! It’s worth it :)
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thanks for such a fabulous recap of your time onboard! So glad you joined you!
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