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World's highest tides twice a day
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About Bay of Fundy
A remarkable destination worth exploring.
Best months to visit
Year-round
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Weather by month
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January
2C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
February
1C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
3C
Cold, with some rainy days.
April
6C
Cold, with some rainy days.
May
9C
Cold, with some rainy days.
June
13C
Cool, with some rainy days.
July
16C
Cool, with some rainy days.
August
17C
Cool, with occasional showers.
September
16C
Cool, with occasional showers.
October
13C
Cool, with some rainy days.
November
8C
Cold, with some rainy days.
December
5C
Cold, with regular rainfall.
The Bay of Fundy is famous for having the highest tides on the planet, with the water level shifting by up to 16 metres between low and high tide. At Hopewell Rocks you can walk on the ocean floor among towering 'flowerpot' rock formations at low tide, then return hours later to find the same spot underwater, while the surrounding cliffs and forests are rich with hiking trails and whale-watching opportunities.
Best areas to stay in Bay of Fundy
Hopewell Rocks
The signature flowerpot rock formations, walkable on the seabed at low tide and viewed by kayak at high tide.
Fundy National Park
Forested hiking trails, waterfalls and rugged coastline on the New Brunswick side of the bay.
St. Andrews
A historic seaside town on the Nova Scotia border, popular for whale-watching tours.
Digby
A Nova Scotia fishing town known for its scallop fleet and ferry connections across the bay.
Getting to Bay of Fundy
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Flights
Fly into Halifax (YHZ) or Saint John (YSJ), then drive 1-2 hours depending on the site.
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From London
~7-8 hours from London via Halifax or Toronto, plus the drive.
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Getting around
A car is essential; plan visits to tidal sites around published tide tables.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to see the Bay of Fundy tides?
Any time of year works, but plan your visit around the tide tables, ideally seeing both low and high tide at the same spot, such as Hopewell Rocks.
What are the Hopewell Rocks?
Sandstone formations carved by tidal erosion into pillar shapes topped with vegetation, walkable on the ocean floor at low tide.
Can I see whales in the Bay of Fundy?
Yes — whale-watching boat tours from towns like St. Andrews and Digby regularly spot finback, minke and occasionally right whales in summer and autumn.
Is the Bay of Fundy on the New Brunswick or Nova Scotia side?
Both — the bay separates the two provinces, with Hopewell Rocks on the New Brunswick side and Digby and Annapolis Royal on the Nova Scotia side.
Do I need a car to explore the Bay of Fundy?
Yes — the main sites are spread along the coast and best reached by car, with driving times planned around tide schedules.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
Walked among the flowerpot rocks at Hopewell at low tide, then came back at high tide to see them surrounded by water. Genuinely surreal.
Paul R. · August 2024
★★★★★
Whale watching out of St. Andrews was excellent, saw several finbacks. The tidal range here really has to be seen to be believed.
Janet F. · July 2023
★★★★☆
Hiked several trails in Fundy National Park and the coastal scenery was beautiful throughout. Plan your day around the tides, it makes all the difference.
Colin B. · September 2024
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