Fishing in Halifax

[disneylover89]

We are interested in doing the fishing excursion offered on the Carnival Glory in Halifax.

 

Has anyone ever gone fishing in Halifax?

 

Tell me about your experience. TIA

[RickT]

I used to live in Halifax and went deep sea fishing a couple times. Nothing too exciting, more of an excuse to drink beer and get away from our wives :o

 

The Atlantic can be cold and rough when the ships normally go to Halifax, not too much in the way of exotic fish either.

 

I did find this one link however..http://www.bluesharkcharters.com/

[disneylover89]

Thank You!

 

Does anyone else have any experience with fishing in Halifax in late July?

[Embracedbylife]

I really don't think it's going to be the best place to go fishing. Unless you are dead set to get out on a boat, you might be better enjoying the land based tours. A drive out to Peggy's Cove is really nice! They also offer harbor tours from the waterfront, but in terms of fishing - halifax isn't a huge fishing port at all. Cape Breton has more fishing but the waters are rough!

[lovemylab]

I used to work for a company that offered fishing charters on the Halifax waterfront. Personally, I wouldn't recommend it. The waters outside the peninsula are quite rough. The majority of charters that did go resulted in very few fish and a boat full of seasick passengers.

 

What other ports are you visiting? Perhaps one of those will be better suited for fishing.

[Easternstar]

Bluesharkcharters is a good lead, particulaly if there are a few of you. You could also try New Dawn Charters. Neither will go out if the conditions aren't ideal unlike the more touristy companies.There are a few more independant small boat owners. Contact vic-water@gov.ns.ca for a list.