Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise Ft. a Live Musician
Description
A cruise aboard The Tall Ship Silva is the perfect way to fully appreciate a beautiful day on the Halifax Harbour. Join us on our comfortable and thoroughly impressive vessel for this relaxing afternoon outing on the water. Your journey beings on the Halifax waterfront as you set off into the big harbour where you’ll have a unique perspective of some of Halifax’s most notable landmarks including Georges Island, the Halifax Waterfront, Historic Properties, and more. Passengers will be invited to help the crew hoist the Silva’s sails, enjoy a beverage or two from the onboard Murphy’s Pub, and then simply sit back, relax and enjoy a beautiful day out on the water.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Departure point is located along the Halifax Waterfront.
Bridge spans Halifax Harbour
See Cable Wharf and the Waterfront Boardwalk
Sail by Georges Island National Historic Site.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum drinking age is 19 years
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair (washrooms are below deck and are accessed by stairs)
- Please dress warmly and it is recommended to wear layers. Temperature is generally about 10 degrees cooler (Celsius), on the water than it is on land.
Reviews(303)
Yes, there aren’t many of these proud ship left that are open to the public. The only thing I would recommend is to ease up on the volume of the live music. The ship, crew and harbour are the main event, music should be background.
No sails Desiel engine all the way Saw a seal in of the of the bays Music was --ok -- I would prefer to listen to the wind and waves
Great view of Halifax Harbour and George’s Island. Friendly crew. It can get quite windy so be sure to bring a jacket.
The ticket is not clear about the departure, causing some confusion for many who went to the wharf in downtown Halifax. The race veiwing is distant and oblique and involves constant rotation of the ship, which departed the race prior to the end. The staff were very helpful and as aboat ride it is reasoable but if one wants to watch the race, consider a different option
They announced they would be raising sails then never did. Did not announce they would not be using sails, we asked and found out. Crew member said "too rough" yet smaller sailboats were out using their sails. Then we were told they would normally use motors still even when using sails. Sails were more for decoration?
Beautiful sail boat. Enjoyed the boat ride while listening to a talented musician. Lots of room to see the sights. Crew very respectful and I felt confident in their ability.
Thank you for the review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the sailing experience, the live music, and the beautiful views. It's also great to hear that our crew made you feel comfortable and well cared for throughout the trip. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you aboard again soon!
Entertaining, great service, friendly staff. Beautiful way to see the Halifax harbour. Entertainment by Tommy Green Jr was excellent and engaging.
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're delighted that you enjoyed the harbour views, great service, and friendly atmosphere. It's fantastic to hear that the entertainment added to your experience. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again on a future tour!
Fun time, very good experience.
Thank you for your review! We’re happy to hear you had a fun time and enjoyed the experience. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again!
It was an amazing experience. Very nice tour on the sail boat. Really worth it. The staff was professional and very friendly and live music was amazing. Make sure to dress warm. Beautiful tour and highly recommend
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so pleased you had an amazing time on the tour and enjoyed the live music. It's great to hear our team helped make the experience memorable. We hope to welcome you aboard again sometime soon!
It’s still a great experience. Although it was quite packed, I enjoyed it overall. There were already a lot of people standing and sitting close together. I’ve done this twice, and on the second trip they raised the sails, which added to the fun. I hope that next time there’s enough room for everyone to enjoy the view while also being comfortable.
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear you enjoyed the experience overall and especially that raising the sails added to the fun. We appreciate your comments regarding the crowding onboard, and we'll continue working to provide a comfortable experience for all guests while ensuring everyone has a chance to enjoy the views. We hope to see you back again soon for another tour!
