Petitcodiac River Guided Walking Tour

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Tour Details

$120 CAD

Date & time

Daily
9:30 pm – 10:30 am

Starting point

Bore Park
Downtown Moncton

Tour duration

1 hour

Walking distance

Approximately 3 km (1.5 miles)

Group size

Up to 10 guests

Ages

All ages welcome
Children 12 and under are free

Free Cancellation: 100% refund up to 24 hours before the tour starts.

Limited spots : 10 person limit makes tours likely to sell out

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Highlights

  • Discover the stories of how people have used the river through the centuries
  • Experience the bloody 1758 Battle of Moncton on the exact spot where it occurred
  • Learn the unique geography that creates the largest tidal bore in the world
  • Enjoy the tranquil trail that acts as the historic heart of the city

Why You’ll Love This Tour

  • An entertaining, relaxing way to start your day and get some steps in
  • Enhance your understanding of the unique waterway and twice daily tidal bore
  • Connect with the history of hardship and resilience of the people who have used the river to create their live
  • Leave with insider recommendations on making the rest of your visit unforgettable. 

Frequently Asked Questions

The tidal bore occurs twice a day at different times. If the bore coincides with the tour we will certainly pause to watch. If you would like to schedule a tour to coincide with the tidal bore you have the option to book a private tour. You can find the tidal bore schedule here.

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Weather appropriate clothing and sun protection

Children under 12 can accompany you at no charge.

Absolutely. Find out more about our private options here. 

There is parking available in the lot directly in front of Bore Park, with multiple other lots and street parking available throughout downtown.

Tours operate rain or shine, unless there are extreme weather conditions.

The tour ends back where we started at Bore Park.

New Brunswick businesses are required to charge a 15% sales tax, which is applied at checkout.

All stops on the tour can be accessed by wheelchair. Keep in mind that the tour covers approximately 3 km.

Dogs are welcome if well behaved and leashed.

The daily river tour is available in English. Private tours are are also available in French.

Where to meet

$40 CAD

📅 Daily 
🕑 9:30 am – 10:30 am

Free Cancellation: 100% refund up to 24 hours before the tour starts.

Limited spots : 10 person limit makes tours likely to sell out

Check Availability

Make it private

Buy a gift