Grand Manan Island is a small island off the coast of New Brunswick and Maine, at the mouth of the Bay of Fundy. You need to take a 90-minute-long ferry ride from the mainland to Grand Manan. The ferry departs from Blacks Harbour, NB every four hours in the low seasons and every two hours in the summer (mid June-Sept). The most important thing to do before your trip is to reserve your spot on the boat through Coast Transport Ltd. You can do this either online at www.coastaltransport.ca or by calling (506) 662-3724. *Once you have your reservation made, ensure you arrive at least 45 minutes before your sailing, or they will not hold your reserved spot.

Once you've loaded your vehicle on board, you will need to take the stairs or elevator up to the passenger deck. There are tables and chairs available to sit at during the voyage, and there is a counter service restaurant that offers food and drinks. On nice days, we recommend going up to the top deck and enjoying the sun and beautiful ocean views. The view of Swallowtail Lighthouse is truly spectacular when you're rounding the corner to approach Grand Manan. You may see porpoise, dolphins and whales during the crossing. There is a children’s room that has some arcade games and a small play structure for families. Listen for the little jingle and message played on the speakers when it's time to return to your vehicle.

Head down to your vehicle and get ready to go exploring!