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Overview
This tour combines the freedom of backpacking with the comforts of a full support team. You can travel light knowing that the team will have the tents set up for you each night when you arrive at camp. Hike the longest stretch of coastal wilderness on the Eastern Seaboard and experience the world’s highest tides. Relax after a full day on the trail and let your friendly and experienced guides prepare nutritious and local meals over the campfire. Catch a few stories under the stars, or drift off to the lap of the waves.
3 and 4 day backpacking adventures are available upon request.
- Previous hiking experience is necessary.
- Minimum of 6 guests is needed to run this experience.
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Highlights
Enjoy Fresh and Local Meals Prepared Over a Campfire
Discover the entire Fundy Footpath with Qualified and Experienced Guides
Stargaze in the UNESCO Fundy Biosphere Reserve
Wilderness camping
Carry a Lighter Backpack with only your Clothing, Sleeping Bag, and Mat
Visit the Fundy Trail Parkway
Learn About the Rich Natural and Cultural History of the Bay of Fundy
Explore the Coastal Village of St. Martins and visit the Sea Caves
Itinerary
Opun your arrival in St. Martins, rendezvous with your guides and support team to go over some hiking tips and review your backpack. Make a quick stop at the Shipyard Cafe before hitting the trailhead. Your guides will prepare a trailside lunch on your way to your first camp. Our recommendation, take in some stars this night because you’re in the UNESCO Fundy Biosphere Reserve that is part of the longest stretch of wilderness coastline on the eastern seaboard, there’s practically no light pollution!
DAY 1
This morning, your guides will prepare breakfast and coffee or tea before heading back on the trail. Discover the land’s natural and cultural history through your guide’s interpretation and stories. Arrive at your second camp, where your support team has once again set up your accomodations and brought in fresh food.
DAY 2
Wake up again amongst the trees and continue on the trail. The Fundy Footpath’s elevation and terrain can be challenging. Your guides will make sure you are taken care of and will have lots of tips on how to conquer the trail. Once again, your meals will be accompanired by the view along the picturesque Bay of Fundy.
DAY 3
You've finished over half of the Trail! This is an accomplishment on its own. Looking out across the Bay of Fundy, you will also be able to see the province of Nova Scotia. Take in the natural history on the formation of the Bay and how it get its highest tides.
DAY 4
Congratulations! Today you finish your Fundy Footpath expedition! Your last breakfast at camp with your team is a time to celebrate as you are in the home stretch. Once you finish the trail, shuttle back to St. Martins and exchange numbers and photos with your new adventure friends.
DAY 5
What's Included
Experienced guides
Meals in itinerary
Park fees
What's not Included
Airfare and airfare taxes
Guide and support gratuities
Travel insurance
Personal expenses
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Red Rock Adventure can create a specific meal plan for individuals with any dietary restrictions.
Just be sure to let us know well before your arrival.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Guests have the ability to cancel a tour reservation they have made. It is required by Red Rock Adventure that a guest cancel their booking a minimum of twenty-four (24) hours before the departure time, and will cancel the evening before if the trip starts between 8:00am and 12:00pm the next day.
Guests will be given a full refund of their deposit(s) if a tour is cancelled by your lead guide due to weather.
What is the cancellation policy for day trips?
Guests have the ability to cancel a tour reservation they have made.
90 days from departure: No Charge
60 to 89 days from departure: 25% of trip cost45 to 59 days from departure: 50% of trip cost
44 days or less from departure: 100% of trip cost
What is the cancellation policy for multi-day trips?
You will see that different tours or courses have been rated for difficulty. Below are the levels and their descriptions:
Level 1 - Easy
These experiences require little to no physical fitness and are suitable for anyone. Weather can be a factor, but generally doesn't make the tour any more difficult. No previous experience is necessary. You may experience uneven or slippery terrain.
Level 2 - Easy+
These experiences require very minimal physical fitness and can even be completed by people with mobility issues. Little to no previous experience is necessary. Some aspects of the tour may feel challenging, but in general individuals are able to complete the experience. Weather can make these tours slightly more challenging. Terrain is variable and can be a small challenge for some.
Level 3 - Moderate
These experiences begin to challenge individuals. Previous experience is encouraged, but not required. Duration of the trips can change depending on the the fitness levels of the participants. Weather can be a factor in making these tours more challenging. Elevation gains and losses are common. Terrain can be challenging with rocks and roots.
Level 4 - Challenging
These experiences are challenging. Previous experience is strongly encouraged and in some aspects of journeys, it is required. Good physical fitness is required. Weather can definitley play a role in the difficulty of the tour. Elevation gains and losses are common. Terrain can be challenging with rocks and roots. Participant (may) sleep in tents. Participants could be carrying backpacks weighing up to 20-25lbs.
Level 5 - Extreme
These tours are challenging, even for experienced outdoors people. Participants could be carrying backpacks weighing 25+lbs. Participants will be sleeping in tents.
What do the difficulty levels of your tours mean?
Coastal New Brunswick enjoys a mild climate in the summers, with an average daily high in June and early July around 18.5°C (mid-60s°F). In August, the highs can average 26°C (upper-70s°F), while the lows at night average around 13°C (mid-50s°F). As with any coastal region, wind and rain are always a possibility, along with Atlantic fog. Be sure to bring layers for both warmth and protection against rain.
What's the weather like?