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Fundy Coastal Drive

From asphalt to ocean floor to awestruck.The tide may rise and fall. But your heart rate will stay elevated. This 460 km (286 mi.) drive leads you on a breathtaking voyage along the wild Bay of Fundy coastline. Home to the world's highest tides, Fundy is a true natural wonder. With whales breaching off the coast, fossil-filled mudflats to explore, and coastal islands to kayak around, this natural treasure will fill you with awe, no matter how you approach it.

Charlotte County and Fundy Isles

Authentic Maritime moments in Southwest NB.In the southwestern corner of New Brunswick, along the Bay of Fundy, you’ll find the Charlotte Coastal Region, which touches the U.S. border. In this area, exploration will take you to wave-swept shores, lighthouses, beaches, coastal trails, and provincial parks. Watch for breaching whales from the comfort of your expertly guided boat; spend a night in Saint Andrews, an iconic seaside escape; island hop from scenic beauty to costal adventures.

Albert County

It all starts with the Bay of Fundy. Walk on the ocean floor (or paddle on the surface around the flowerpot rocks); cross a covered bridge; crack into a lobster feast. When you’re in Albert County, it’s hard to not focus on the wonders of the Bay of Fundy. But these world-famous tides are just the beginning.

Saint John

The only city on the Bay of FundyWalk narrow streets of well-preserved, 19th-century architecture; linger in the historic Saint John City Market and adjacent King’s Square; spend time relaxing in a café or microbrewery. There’s no other place in the Maritimes where the urban charms of a vibrant, historic city nestle up against the grand, natural allure of a world-famous bay.

Parks

The feeling of living without limitsNo walls. No deadlines. No expectations. Take a deep breath—when you explore New Brunswick’s 12 parks, you celebrate the freedom of living on your terms. Take it all in at your own speed. Cruise along Eastern Canada's best mountain biking trails; hike to waterfalls tucked away in lush forests; camp under starry skies; or just lounge on a beach. There's no better way to recharge your batteries than with some time well spent in our great outdoors.

Ferries

Travelling by water is always refreshing. Throughout history, the people of New Brunswick moved, traded, hunted, and explored by water. When you travel by ferry, you honour this heritage, but you also add a depth of wonder to your vacation. Because travel by ferry is a chance to relax, unwind, and take in the natural world around you. You’re even likely to get a glimpse of whales, porpoises, sea birds, and other wildlife on your journey.

Reversing Falls Rapids

Strong enough to reverse a river.A healthy respect for nature is not only responsible, it’s often practical. The Bay of Fundy tides are the highest on the planet—which means they have some punch.

Moncton and Dieppe

Your hub for all things fun in the heart of the Maritimes Perfectly positioned between the Fundy and Acadian coasts, Moncton’s got just what you need at all the right times. Fresh off a Bay of Fundy adventure? Recount stories over a 5-star meal. Headed to the beach soon? Stock up on cottage essentials. Give the kids the thrill of their lives; watch the tidal bore; hit the shops and see what you might discover. In this city, kids and parents each get exactly what they want.

Boating and Sailing

Timeless scenery along storied waterwaysBoating and sailing in New Brunswick is an experience that’s so much deeper than the immediate pleasure of being on the water. Here, a voyage by sea, lake, or river is also a trip into the past. Because you’re travelling the same waterways—and enjoying the same vistas—that have been used by countless people for centuries before you. With 5,000 km (3,100 mi.) of coastline both rugged and gentle, 2,500 lakes, and a maze of other waterways, New Brunswick is a paradise for boating and sailing.

Lower Saint John River Valley

Indulge in adventure with a side of stunning views.Paddle on the winding Saint John River; take a historic cable ferry across the river; explore the murals in the town of Sussex. The Lower Saint John River Valley is both a breath of fresh air, and cosy blanket of historic comfort.

Golf

Tee off to the sounds of nature.If a round of golf is a relaxing way to enjoy a sunny day, then a round of golf in New Brunswick is positively rejuvenating. Yes, you’ll be challenged by the courses you find here. But you’ll also be enveloped by an environment that’s naturally beautiful. Every course has its own unique play and personality. But all of our courses will redefine what a day on the links should feel like.

Lobster and Seafood

A taste of coastal living.From the sound of shellfish being cracked, to the smell of the warm melted butter… enjoying lobster is an experience that never loses its sense of specialness. Here in NB, lobster – along with snow crab, oysters, shrimp, clams, caviar, and fish – is on the menu across the province.

Paddling

Thousands of kilometres of waterways to discover.When you’re just inches from the surface of the water, and gliding silently through it, you and the natural world you’re exploring become one. In New Brunswick, there are swift rivers and calm ones, scenic coastlines, picturesque lakes, and placid bays.

Waterfalls

Soothing. Intense. And everything in between.When out hiking a trail, there’s nothing like the sense of discovery when you stumble upon a waterfall. It often starts with hearing it. And as you get closer your curiosity is rewarded. Spying a waterfall is always a refreshing surprise during a long hike.

Campbellton

Welcome to unfiltered nature.Explore a waterfront city with all of its restaurants and shops. Scale a mountain, whether to bike, ski, or hike it; park your RV or pitch your tent at a provincial park. Campbellton is the vacation gateway to a world of adventures in the Restigouche area: a large, wild, mountainous expanse in Northern New Brunswick.

Zoos and Aquariums

Up close and personal with creatures great and smallIt’s always thrilling for kids to see wild animals and ocean creatures up close and in “person”. It’s more than just the novelty of a living creature that’s not a dog or cat (or squirrel!) It’s a reminder that we are not alone—we are just one of the living beings that call earth home. And New Brunswick is the perfect place for the kids to have that experience.Magnetic Hill Zoo

Scenic drives

Every road leads to wonder. The open road is freedom. And vacations are defined by freedom. The freedom to explore the routes that feel right, and to stop wherever your heart takes you. So jump in a car, hit the road, and take in New Brunswick at your own pace. There are five signature scenic drives—each with colour-coordinated road signs to guide you.

Tidal Bore

The bore is anything but. Rivers flow in one direction. Right? Not always. Sometimes nature throws us a curveball. And when we witness one, it reminds us—in the most palpable way—that we aren't always in control. Though we are all a part of nature, we are also at its mercy. And that is a powerful realization. Case in point: the tidal bore.

Hiking

Hike the terrain that renews you the most The simple act of walking. One foot in front of the other. We all do it every day, but how often do we do it in a place that makes us feel intensely alive, connected, and free? When you hike in New Brunswick—whether a short stroll in an urban park, or a long-distance excursion through mountainous terrain—you never simply walk. You unchain your mind from life’s worries. You intimately experience the vastness of our world. You become a richer person.

Lighthouses

Follow the coastline (one lighthouse at a time). Nothing defines New Brunswick’s coastline more than the lighthouses that still stand tall as sentinels of the sea. Getting close to them is feeling close to the seafaring history that shaped this place. The lower St. John River has a unique inland system of lighthouses that was designed to safely guide the old paddlewheeler steamers along the river in days gone by. The coastal lighthouses were known as “sea lights,” while the lighthouses on New Brunswick’s inland shorelines were called “beacon lights”.

Acadian Coastal Drive

Acadian culture will sweep you off your feet.Get ready to meet wonderful new people, and experience beautiful old traditions. This 750 km (466 mi.) excursion takes you into the heart of the rich, spirited, and historic Acadian culture. The very definition of joie de vivre, this coast is a celebration of sandy beaches, warm hospitality, and beautiful destinations—including the Bouctouche Dunes and Chaleur Bay.

Rivers

Go with the flow—or fight the current.Every river has two sides. Down current and up. And both are worth exploring—it just depends on the kind of mood you're in. Go ahead and amble lazily along with the flow of the water. Take it slow and take it all in. Or, be bold, and challenge yourself to an upriver, whitewater fight. No matter what, like a river cuts through the earth and finds its way through the landscape, it has a way of getting under your skin, and finding its way into your very soul.

Birdwatching

Don’t forget your binoculars.Many species of birds live in and migrate to New Brunswick's wilds and cities, making birdwatching here fascinating. Take it slow. Wait patiently, and remain in the moment. You will be rewarded with great sightings, and maybe even a “lifer”—a bird you see for the first time.