Ultimate Novia Scotia tidal bore guide
Tidal Bore: ('Bore' comes from the old Norse word 'bara' meaning a wave or swell) Occurs along a coast where a river empties into an ocean or sea. A tidal bore is a strong tide that pushes up the river, against the current. A tidal bore is a tidal wave.
One of the coolest things about Novia Scotia is its tidal bore. This occurs every 12 hours in it’s Bay of Fundy. This phenomena brings one billion tons of water into the bay, which bounces off the walls creating waves that can be up to 4 meters high (13feet). For example you can think of it as a giant washing machine. It is one thing to see this happen but it is another riding a zodiac boat into it.
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Below you’ll find a video of what the biggest waves in the tidal bore look like on a good day! If you are afraid of the water this may not be for you!
Of course riding into it may not be for some people but the tidal bore still gives the opportunity for some absolutely beautiful pictures when the tide recedes. There are many parks and beaches were you can walk out as the tide is going out. This allows for a stunning beach walk during sunset. But be careful because when that tide comes back in it comes fast!
Tidal Beaches
In the bay of Fundy you will be able to visit strange beaches that will grant you access to walk out onto the bay floor during low tide. If you get there at the right time you will be able to watch the water rush out of the bay. It really is something quite crazy to see. Going during sunset adds a little extra spice as well! To do this you are going to want to check out the tide times listed below.
Tide Times
New Brunswick Tide Times
One of the best parks to visit during the tide is the Five Island Provincial Park. This park is located about half about thirty minutes from Parrsboro on the way to Truro where most of the tide rafting takes place. Although it is a little out of the way it is well worth the visit to see the tide roll out of this area. Making it almost possible to walk to all the five islands that seem so far off when the tide is in.
Check out more photos from our travels to the Nova Scotia area here.
