So this review will be a little different... all of the other reviews saying how fun the rafting is…read moreare correct. It is an absolute blast... Having said that, being in the tidal bore is a contact sport. It's possible to fall out of the boat. And on our trip, my 14-year-old daughter fell out on the largest wave of the day along with two others on that side of the raft. When that happens, like in white water rafting, everyone on the boat participates in the rescue. Luckily my daughter is a good swimmer... we were actually more concerned about the two other ladies as our guide JD maneuvered the boat so we could full everyone back in, When my daughter got back in she had cut up both her legs and one of the wounds was bleeding pretty well. Almost immediately the lookout boat came and gave my daughter first aid for her cuts right there. Then when we got back to shore (this all happened right near the end of the ride) one of their staffers who was also a paramedic treated her cuts, which thankfully were superficial but bled well because they were on her calves. I mention all of this because this is an activity that while fun, can be dangerous. And it was so impressive that when something happened Tidal Bore had staff on hand both in the water and on shore to handle it. They could not have been more professional. There were other companies out on the water but I did not see any other first aid boats (I'm not saying they didn't exist but every other boat I saw out there was rafting, not watching). This is the company you want to do this activity with. They gave us a great time, and took care of our daughter when the going got a little tough. I would give them ten stars if I could. JD was a pro's pro, and both the first aid rafter and the paramedic guide were the best (I wish I could remember their names). I don't know if when we will be back to Nova Scotia, but when we are we will raft the tidal bore again, and it will be with the best prepared, most professional company there is, Fundy Tidal Bore Adventures.

What an amazing trip! We went at the 5:45 pm (17:45) trip and went on the 2 hour excursion. The…read moregrounds has plenty to do while you wait for everyone to arrive (corn hole, connect ford, yard Tetris, plastic axe throwing, etc.). You then make a short walk down to the receded bay to start the adventure. We were so lucky to have Tessa as our guide! She is a geologist and taught us so much about the rocks/formations we passed and made sure we had such a great time! When we hit those waves our raft was more like a tub it was so filled with water, but it was hilarious. After you get back the team is ready with hot showers, snacks and hot chocolate. As a side note - if you didn't want to wear your own shoes during the trip, they have heaps from those people left behind. Understandable, I left mine too after the amazing time in the water and the mud sliding. Will update with pics when they send us the link. Worth every cent!

The kids absolutely love jumping off the rock! It's a nice quiet spot, I wouldn't make a full day…read moreof it as there isn't much room to set up comfortably

Laurie Park is a popular swimming hole and campground located a 30 minute drive from Halifax. It is…read moreknown for being the best place in the surrounding area for rock jumping, a past time that is popular among people of all ages during the summer. The jumping rocks at Laurie park can be accessed by a trail leading from the parking lot through the woods. A fence protects the people who are wary of taking the big leap from getting too close to the edge, and I've used it as a clothes line so that my towels and clothing don't get wet while I'm in the water. The rocks themselves are about as tall as a two story house at the tallest section but there is also a section of smaller rocks that are better for younger kids to swim off of. There isn't a lifeguard on duty at the rocky section of Laurie Park so it's not the best place for children who are really young or are just learning to swim to play. The rocks while fun to jump off of don't provide much entertainment to anyone looking to play it safe. This isn't your typical beachy swimming hole but Laurie park always provides the means for hours of summer fun.

OK, so this isn't exactly "business" (Yelp, you gotta broaden your horizons a tid), but it's…read moredefinitely something you'll want to put on your "bookmarks" page. The Cobequid Trail is approximately 11 km long, and finds its starting point near downtown Truro. Check out the website for a PDF map of the trail. Much of it is reclaimed from a defunct rail line and is covered with a medium density crushed grave. It's perfect for walking or biking (I love to bike it) because of the gentle elevation. No ridiculous hills to tax your constitution. Several lengths of the trail are wide open so if it's a windy day you're definitely going to feel it. There are benches or rest areas at regular intervals along the way and your scenic view will include both water frontage and agricultural visas. I've seen foxes and eagles in the area, but nothing too scary since it's almost in town. A very popular spot. The only downside -- and not enough that it'll lose a star -- is that it finds itself directly beside the rendering plant (http://www.rothsay.ca/about/rothsay/), which smells d-i-s-g-u-s-t-i-n-g, especially in the heat of summer. Another reason to bike the trail since you can whiz by it fairly fast. And another reason to be a vegetarian, Ugh. Thumbs down @ rendering. Definitely a must-add for the list of Truro activities, and it won't even cost you a cent!

This was a great experience, with a solid staff. Jason was our guide, and he was stellar…read more(friendly, funny, knowledgeable). I was lucky to get paired with a couple (only 3 guests on the boat) that were up for as wild a ride as mother nature & Jason were willing to provide. It was a brisk June morning, and the water was chilly (especially when it splashes down your back), but the survival suits made a huge difference for post dousing warm-up. We saw well over a dozen eagles, amongst other feathered friends. All the tidal bore companies are off the beaten path a bit, so opt for the slightly longer trip at only an extra $20/pp (it's worth it). The hot chocolate / coffee / cookies after the trip were a welcome treat. They have towels if you need'm for post-trip showers. Jason said the waves were the highest he'd seen thus far this year, which was great. The boat trip wasn't quite as wild as I was expecting (compared to the intensity of some white-water rafting), but a very good time. They have the estimated wave intensity schedule posted on their website, pay close attention to that when planning your trip (should you want more or less chaos). If you have a wet suit (or water shoes), you may want to bring with you, as the water can be cold (my feet were very chilly). If you're susceptible to cold, this may not be the trip for you (but ambient & water temperatures vary). If I were to make suggestions to the owner, I'd propose bringing a canister of hot chocolate and of coffee to hand out to guests during a lull (maybe by the bridge), to help warm people up on the cooler days; and maybe gloves with rubber grips, as holding onto the ropes for a long time in cold water can chaff waterlogged hands/fingers.

Amazing experience!! Emmet was very knowledgeable about the tides, taught us so much. Our driver,…read moreAlex, was so fun and kept us very entertained the whole time. They both gave us great restaurant recommendations too

Let's start with the fact that this isn't a very big park. It's just not. That doesn't mean that…read morethere isn't a lot to see and do but it's not as large as the nearby Uniacke Estate. You can easily walk its perimeter in 30 minutes if you're just powering through. That said, you wouldn't want to. Lots of nature to see! The creators have also made some wonderful trails - crisscrossing, doubling back, and alternate routes. You will definitely hear lots of birds (and possibly other woodland creatures!). The lake is also fantastic - if you can schedule your walk to match the sunset, you'll be a happy camper. Oh! And you can go swimming. There are two swimming spots - one is an actual beach and the other is off some rocks at the tip of a trail. Tip: wear bug spray. No, really.

This a beautiful little park and the maintence is pretty much year around with snowmobile's going…read morethrough to pack down a path. It takes about 30 minutes to do the circuit, 45 if you follow the trail out to the point and back. The only complaint is the people who feel free to let their dogs run loose even though it's quite clearly marked as an on-leash only park. I would like to see a few garbage cans too, for those inconsiderate people who pick up after their dog but then leave it in bags at the start of the trail.... seriously disrespectful to the others with small children, etc. I will continue to frequent the park with my little dog (always on leash) and for all those visiting, remember tick meds for your dogs and bug spray for yourself !!! Many thanks to the volunteers who take care of this park, you do a marvelous job !!!

I think there needs to be more plexiglass and less wire fence for people to see the wildlife…read moreproperly. It was fine for a couple hours if you need some fresh air and a walk. We weren't super impressed with the amount of animals or the habitat they are in. If you have something else better to do, probably do that first.

My wife and I took our 8 year old daughter. We are from Toronto so she was excited to see nature in…read moreaction. Her expectations were exceeded, she loved the bears, elk, horse, peacocks, and so much more. It's only a couple of kms total walk so it isn't really taxing and it packs lots in the short walk. The animals appear well cared for and the enclosures seem to provide a bit more space than what you'd find in a traditional zoo. There is a focus on education throughout the park. The price of entry is CHEAP, $11.50 total for 2 adults and 1 child. Bought a t-shirt for my daughter and 5 pencils for her friends for under $20. The staff are really friendly. Overall a great experience I highly recommend especially to families with young children. There is a small cafe but ample space for picnics. Consider taking your lunch in.

Such a beautiful place to go in fall! There are trails for the adventurous hiker (you'll definitely…read morebe out of breath if you take jacobs ladder either way) and for those a little less adventurous like myself. The waterfalls are absolutely stunning. Everyone who walks by nods or greats you - and you might even get a few licks from a few four legged acquaintances! I'd definitely recommend this for anyone, it's definitely a great time and there are tons of places for picnics (stone ovens included!) Can't wait to go back!

I'd heard about Victoria Park and its waterfall a year or two ago, but never actually found it…read more This past weekend was beautiful and we decided to take a drive and explore the old Highway #2. We ended up in Truro - and followed the little signs to the Park. Bottom line - well worth the 1-1 1/2 hour drive from Halifax. There's a great playground area for kids, an outdoor pool open from June for the summer, picnic spots galore, loads of parking and fantastic hiking. There's Jacob's Ladder - 175 very steep steps, or take a more leisurely stroll along a winding, stream with rapids that end at a terrific waterfall. I admit it. I'm a sucker for waterfalls, even if it's just a trickle of water escaping from a mountain side. Even though this one is nothing like Niagara Falls, it's a wonderful place to hang out. Next time I'll pack a picnic lunch.

We flew into Halifax and hopped into our rental car and rushed to the Tidal Bore to see high tide…read more For those of you who missed this important fact, the Bay of Fundy had the highest tides in the world: 40+ feet (12+ m) between high and low tide. It is pretty darn impressive. After we had our fill of watching water reach the peak and then reverse course, we went into the Discovery Center, where a lovely woman -- wish I could remember her name -- explained what we had seen, patiently and repeatedly explained to a tourist that 12 meters of water doesn't arrive in a huge tidal wave, and answered various questions. After everyone else left, we asked her more questions about NS She was great: recommendations for restaurants, which back roads to take, and more. Hats off to this super friendly and helpful Bluenoser. She did everything but invite us over for dinner.