Overview
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2 hours
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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.
Additional Info
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.
What To Expect
Tall Ship Silva
Departure point is located along the Halifax Waterfront.
Angus L. Macdonald Bridge
Bridge spans Halifax Harbour
Options
Tall Ship Silva Sailing Cruise
Sailing Race Day Watch Party
No Musician Duration: 3 hours: 3 Hour tour on the Tall Ship Silva departing from Race Day Route: Starting from Bedford and going as far as the Halifax Naval Docks to give folks a great viewing spot of the Sailing Race Departing Area : Tour will be departing and ending in Bedford . Tour will depart from 200 Waterfront Drive.
What‘s Included
Live musical performance
All activities
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Drinks (available to purchase)
Parking is not included
Snack options available for purchase on board
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
304 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Motor sails
Roger S,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00No 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...
Chrystyna K,Jun 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great view of Halifax Harbour and George’s Island. Friendly crew. It can get quite windy so be sure to bring a jacket.
Tall Ship Silva - Sail GP experience.
Neil H,Jun 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The 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...
Darlene M,Jun 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00They 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?
Strongly recommend
Anne M,Jun 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Beautiful 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.
Excellent way to enjoy the water of Halifax harbour
Janet G,Jun 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Entertaining, great service, friendly staff. Beautiful way to see the Halifax harbour. Entertainment by Tommy Green Jr was excellent and engaging.
Fun
Q2077UIdanr,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fun time, very good experience.
Maritime visit 2026
roselines397,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It 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
Tall Ship Silva in Halifax
Camille M,Jun 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It’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.
Good vibes on the harbour!
384lucilleb,Jun 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great musician “Gary”! Not too long.
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