Discover the Bay of Fundy and the warm-water beaches of the Acadian coast. Water temperatures can soar to 28 degrees Celsius in summer!
Here are our suggestions for must-see places to visit.
The region is famous for its tides, which range from 10 to 14 meters: the highest in the world.
Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park is the ideal place to walk on the seabed while admiring the cliffs.
It’s here that you can see the region’s emblematic icons. Do you know these huge rocks called “flowerpots”?
At low tide, you can walk two kilometers around it. Put on your rain boots or water sandals and set off on your adventure.
The season runs from May to October. For tide times, click here.
The Bay of Fundy Scenic Drive is a must. Along the way, several lookouts provide access to almost twenty trails of varying levels and superb views.
Discover this 30 km linear park by car, bike or on foot. Kayak in the bay.
Among the easy trails, you could try Walton Glen Gorge. Some call it the “Grand Canyon of New Brunswick”.
Here’s an unusual natural phenomenon: the meeting of the tide and the flow of the river, known as a tidal bore.
When the rising tides of the Bay of Fundy meet the Petitcodiac River, they exert a counter-current pressure on the river. Surfing Moncton’s tidal bore is one of the must-do activities! It’s the longest wave in North America.
Saint John and Moncton in New Brunswick are only 90 minutes apart by car.
You’ll be able to enjoy the attractions of these two cities, as well as those of the Bay of Fundy and the warm-water beaches of the Acadian coastline.
Saint John is Canada’s oldest incorporated city, so don’t hesitate to book a guided tour.
Why is the water so hot? Simply because the sea is shallow. What’s more, the warm Gulf Stream marine current from Florida reaches this level.
Among the 50 beaches, here are the most beautiful with warm waters:
Finally, here are two lesser-known beaches for lovers of the great outdoors:
A guided kayak tour of the Bay of Fundy, or an upscale land excursion to discover the natural wonders along the shores of the Bay of Fundy, are just some of the activities to try out in the area.
Marriott Bonvoy is Canada’s best-known hotel loyalty program. As a member, you earn points that can be exchanged for free nights.
There are two of the brand’s hotels in the area to discover: The Algonquin resort St. John’s Andrews by-the-sea, Autograph Collection and The Delta hotels Saint John.
The following two credit cards earn Marriott Bonvoy points directly:
These cards include a handsome welcome bonus, numerous insurance benefits and an annual one-night free certificate worth 35,000 points.
If you’re not going to a Marriott hotel, there are also strategies for saving money by booking independent hotels.
Several credit cards offer annual travel credits that can be applied to accommodation expenses, including the BMO eclipse Visa Infinite Privilege* Card.
Finally, if you’re more of an Airbnb person, travel points will be needed to save on your booking. Among the best travel points programs, you could opt for American Express Membership Rewards.
In terms of transportation, you’ll need to use at least 6,000 Aeroplan points, departing from Montreal, for a one-way economy flight to Saint John airport, according to Air Canada’s points predictor.
New Brunswick is famous for its impressive tides in the Bay of Fundy. Visitors come here to observe this phenomenon, but also to hike one of the many trails leading from the Fundy Scenic Byway. Saint John also has a lot to offer. The warm-water beaches of the Acadian Peninsula are also worth a visit.
The New Brunswick border is about a 6-hour drive from Montreal. We reach Moncton in 9 hours. If your time is limited, Air Canada flies to Fredericton or Moncton.
To see the tides up close, we suggest you visit Hopewell Rocks Provincial Park.
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