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TNT Outdoor Adventures

Explore Cape Breton’s extensive trail network with TNT Outdoor Adventures. Discover breathtaking look-offs, beautiful waterfalls, and unique heritage sites accompanied by our experienced guides while touring Cape Breton’s vast trail network in a side-by-side or by snowmobile. With the ability to mobilize and move our gear throughout Cape Breton, our equipment and guides can meet you where the trail starts. Our base-camp is located on the World-famous Cabot Trail with direct access to the Cape Breton Highland trails.

Our year-round tours include: 

• Guided side-by-side / snowmobile adventures along unforgettable routes throughout Cape Breton Highlands and beyond 
• Meticulously maintained new model Polaris side-by-side and snowmobile rental, including complimentary helmets, snowsuits, snowmobile boots and gloves carefully sanitized between guests 
• Full day or multi-day, safe and fun personalized tours. Perfect for the outdoor enthusiast, families, or small groups of friends
• Catering to corporate entities wishing to reward employees and enhance team building efforts 
• Detailed safety briefing including trail riding safety protocols 
• Canadian Safety Council qualified, knowledgeable guides with up-to-date training in Emergency First Aid 
• Thoughtfully chosen rest stops to capture the best photos of your epic Cape Breton Highlands trail adventures and enjoy delicious local snacks and refreshments. 
• Guided Services for owner/operators bring their own ATV’s/ UTV’s with custom private TNT trail tours available.

Tours include Spring, Summer, Fall Tires (Side-by-Side) Adventures and Epic Winter Tracks (Snowmobile) Adventures: 

• Snowmobile Trail Tours 
• Side-by-Side Trail Tours 
• Customized Trail Tours
• On-shore excursions for Cruise Ship Industry
• Corporate Team Building Tours
• Guided owner/operator customized Trail Tours

Each tour has been inspired by our personal adventures on Cape Breton Island. With four seasons to explore, we can’t wait to share our experience with you. Book your TNT Outdoor Adventure today!

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TNT ATV/UTV Shore Excursions to Cape Clear

1072 Cabot Trail, (Hunter’s Mountain) Baddeck

902-227-7672

[email protected]

Specialty ATV/UTV TNT shore excursions from Hunter’s Mountain to iconic Cape Clear with trailside lunch – times are based on ship schedules.  We are working with our friends at Sydney & Cape Breton Taxi Tours for our full side-by-side trail tour package! 2 tours combined (UTV & Taxi/Shuttle) You will travel with our guide in our 6-seater UTV side-by-side, climbing the backwoods mountain trails to the breathtaking views of Cape Clear!  At over 1,500 feet in elevation, you’ll have an unparalleled view over the highlands and picturesque Margaree River. A delicious trail lunch and lots of photo ops are provided.  Enjoy Cape Breton’s fresh air and a new way to experience the stunning views while watching for wildlife along the way.

Tour Includes:

• An unforgettable 5-7 hour adventure (times based on ship schedule) led by our knowledgeable, Canadian Safety Council qualified ATV/UTV operator and instructor who will guide you on a new model Polaris 6-seater Side-by-Side through the Highlands.
• Safety gear including helmets and glasses
• A delicious trail lunch and water
• A 2.5+ hour taxi tour from the Port of Sydney, across the Seal Island Bridge, up Kelly’s Mountain, road-side stop at stunning St. Anne’s look-off enroute to TNT at Hunter’s Mountain. Then return to ship before boarding.

Dates : May 1 – December 15, 2024

Price:  $1250 per group + HST (max 5 people) TOTAL (TNT UTV Tour & Taxi Tour)

Good to know:

• Our friends at Sydney & Cape Breton Taxi Tours will pick you up from Port with signage, deliver you to our base at Hunter’s Mountain and ensure you are back before boarding!
• Tours leaves Port following disembarkation of ship, arriving at our TNT Outdoor Adventures base, 1072 Cabot Trail, Hunter’s Mountain between 9am-10am (based on ship schedule) and return to Ship between 2:00-4:00pm.
• We have a short safety orientation and gear fitting.
• Please wear closed toed shoes like sneakers or hiking boots.
• Children ages 5 and up are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult
• Please advise us of any food allergies at the time of booking
• Our TNT building has an accessible washroom facility.
• All participants required to sign waiver
• Coffee, hot chocolate or a good cuppa available at TNT après trail tour (subject to ship schedule)

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Tnt atv/utv shore excursions to cape clear.

Specialty ATV/UTV TNT shore excursions from Hunter’s Mountain to iconic Cape Clear with trailside lunch – times are based on ship schedules.  We are working with our friends at Sydney & Cape Breton Taxi Tours for our full side-by-side trail tour package! 2 tours combined (UTV & Taxi/Shuttle) You will travel with our guide in our 6-seater UTV side-by-side, climbing the backwoods mountain trails to the breathtaking views of Cape Clear!  At over 1,500 feet in elevation, you’ll have an unparalleled view over the highlands and picturesque Margaree River. A delicious trail lunch and lots of photo ops are provided.  Enjoy Cape Breton’s fresh air and a new way to experience the stunning views while watching for wildlife along the way.

Tour Includes:

• An unforgettable 5-7 hour adventure (times based on ship schedule) led by our knowledgeable, Canadian Safety Council qualified ATV/UTV operator and instructor who will guide you on a new model Polaris 6-seater Side-by-Side through the Highlands.
• Safety gear including helmets and glasses
• A delicious trail lunch and water
• A 2.5+ hour taxi tour from the Port of Sydney, across the Seal Island Bridge, up Kelly’s Mountain, road-side stop at stunning St. Anne’s look-off enroute to TNT at Hunter’s Mountain. Then return to ship before boarding.

Dates : May 1 – December 15, 2024

Price:  $1250 per group + HST (max 5 people) TOTAL (TNT UTV Tour & Taxi Tour)

Good to know:

• Our friends at Sydney & Cape Breton Taxi Tours will pick you up from Port with signage, deliver you to our base at Hunter’s Mountain and ensure you are back before boarding!
• Tours leaves Port following disembarkation of ship, arriving at our TNT Outdoor Adventures base, 1072 Cabot Trail, Hunter’s Mountain between 9am-10am (based on ship schedule) and return to Ship between 2:00-4:00pm.
• We have a short safety orientation and gear fitting.
• Please wear closed toed shoes like sneakers or hiking boots.
• Children ages 5 and up are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult
• Please advise us of any food allergies at the time of booking
• Our TNT building has an accessible washroom facility.
• All participants required to sign waiver
• Coffee, hot chocolate or a good cuppa available at TNT après trail tour (subject to ship schedule)

Phone: 902-227-7672

Email: [email protected]

Website: tntoutdooradventures.ca/

Address: 1072 Cabot Trail, (Hunter’s Mountain) Baddeck, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, Canada

Cape Clear TNT Trail Tour

Date: May 1st 2023 until December 15th 2023

Let us guide you from the base of Crowdis Mountain Wilderness area to one of Cape Breton’s best views, Cape Clear. At over 1,500 feet in elevation, you’ll have an unparalleled view over the highlands and picturesque Margaree River. With up to 5 of your friends in our Polaris Side-by-Side, our knowledgeable guide will show you the Cape Breton you’ve never seen, provide you with tasty local snacks, and lots of photo ops!  Enjoy Cape Breton’s fresh air and a new way to experience the stunning views while watching for wildlife along the way.

Ask us about extending your tour to visit the North River Falls Lookoff or Dr. Alexander & Mabel Bell’s chimney site at Bell’s Lake, both add-on’s include a delicious trailside lunch!

Tour Includes: 

• An unforgettable 4+ hour adventure led by our knowledgeable, Canadian Safety Council qualified ATV/UTV operator and instructor who will guide you on a new model Polaris 6-seater Side-by-Side through the Highlands.
• Safety gear including helmets and glasses
• Tasty local snacks and water 

Dates: May 1 – December 15, 2023

Price: $660 per group +HST (max 5 people)

Good to know: 

• Tours leave our TNT Outdoor Adventures base, 1072 Cabot Trail, Hunter’s Mountain at 9am – returning between 1:00-1:30pm, and 4pm – returning between 8:00-8:30pm.  Please arrive 15-20 minutes prior for safety orientation and gear fitting
• Please wear closed toed shoes like sneakers or hiking boots. 
• Children ages 5 and up are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult
• Please advise us of any food allergies at the time of booking
• Our TNT building has an accessible washroom facility.
• All participants required to sign waiver
• Coffee, hot chocolate or a good cuppa available at TNT après trail tour
• Waterfall Adventure seekers: Add-on tour to North River Falls Look-off is an extra 2.5 to 3 hours, includes a delicious trailside lunch, and entails a 15-20 min short walking hike to look-off.
• Historic site seekers: Add-on tour to Dr. Alexander & Mabel Bell’s chimney at Bell’s Lake is an extra 2.5 to 3 hours, includes a delicious trailside lunch, and entails a 5 min short walk in the woods to the chimney site.

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902-227-7672

At a Glance

4+ hour tour.

Up to 9 people

• Helmets, Gloves, Boots, Pants and Jackets Available
• Basic Training & Safety
• Professional Tour Guide
• Snacks and Water Provided

What's Included

All ride gear included for free (subject to availability; limited sizing, click for sizing chart; feel free to bring own gear)

Expert Guide, Quality Gear

Our qualified guide will accompany you on your trail tour. No worries on missing out on best sights and best trails. You will drive one of our new Polaris snowmobiles.

Trail Passes Included

We include all necessary trail permits and passes for your ride.

GPS & Mapping

Our experienced guides will ensure that your tour of Cape Breton's beautiful trails stay on course.

Requirements

19+ Years or Older

Drivers must be over the age of 19.

Valid Driver's License

All drivers must have a non-restricted valid driver's license.

Credit Card Deposit

$2000 damage deposit on a Visa or Mastercard is required.

Signed Waiver Release Form

Riders must sign our waiver release form. Click here to read the waiver.

TNT’s Cape Breton Highlands Snowmobile Tour

From: $ 545.00

Starting at 1072 Cabot Trail Road, Hunter’s Mountain ascending to the Cape Breton Highlands and breathtaking views of Cape Clear! A must see. This may also include a stop at the iconic “Pig ‘n Whistle” to warm up. Snowmobiling carries you away from worries and stress, so relax and enjoy your discovery of the beauty of Cape Breton Island. Snowmobiling connects you with scenic places only accessible during winter – an awe-inspiring wonderland just waiting for you! Snowmobiling makes winter fun again, just like when you were a kid.

Please note: We are an outdoor excursion adventure and cannot guarantee weather. View terms & conditions for more information.

Drivers: Number of riders who will be driving snowmobiles.

Passengers: Number of passengers. Your booking must have one driver per passenger.

Times are in America/Glace Bay

• Choose a date above to see available times.

Feel free to call us at 902-227-7672 if you: - Have any questions about this tour or - Want to know about potential custom tour options.

Trip Details

Trip Itinerary

9:00 am Arrive at TNT Outdoor Adventures, Hunter's Mountain

Starting direct from our location #1072 Cabot Trail Road, Hunter’s Mountain we will ascend to the Cape Breton Highlands on route to the breathtaking views of Cape Clear

  Cape Breton Highlands Tour

Travelling across the Cape Breton Highland groomed trails, keeping a look out for moose and wildlife, we will stop at the Pig n’ Whistle shelter for a trailside snack.

1:00 pm Return to base of Hunter's Mountain

Enjoy Cape Breton’s fresh air and a new way to experience winter; the Cape Breton Highlands is the destination for snowmobiling! We have TNT coffee, hot chocolate or a good cuppa tea apres trail ride!

Trip Pricing

Day Tripper Trail Tours: $545 per snowmobile & driver; $150 per passenger On average Cape Breton receives the greatest snowfall and best riding conditions of Nova Scotia. The start time is 9:00am at our location #1072 Cabot Trail Road, Hunter's Mountain. Turk, our qualified guide will provide you with a safety briefing and COVID-19 Protocol. Helmets, CKX Jackets, CKX pants, CKX gloves and boots included by TNT to help you enjoy your tour. Please note sizes are subject to availability, if you have your own gear, feel free to bring with you. You should dress comfortably, for the forecasted weather conditions. Layers are recommended. Snacks and water included. The tour is approximately 4+ hours. Be prepared for snow & fun!

Lisa White February 16, 2023

We had a really great experience! Quality new machines and equipment, well organized booking process, excellent knowledgeable guide. Turk and Cathy are both awesome, super friendly and fun! Highly recommend and can't wait to come back again.

Angela M February 1, 2022

Excellent winter excursion in Cape Breton, very well laid out trip with every detail planned out, from what you wear, to the snowmobile itself and an excellent guide to lead the way! The owners are amazing and so responsive to make sure you have the very best time possible ! Really a pleasure to meet! We did a family snowmobile trip, started at Hunter’s Mountain, stopped at the air strip, the Pig’n Whistle warming shelter, Kelly/Gillis Road and to Cape Clear. It was a total of 112km by snowmobile! The tour was in conjunction with a stay at The Inverary Resort and made it an excellent partnership, snowmobile and hot tub after worked well. Definitely will be planning another trip for next year !!

Ania Kwasnik-Krawczyk February 1, 2023

We were fortunate to stumble upon TnT adventures through an online search and had a perfect experience. We are novice snowmobile enthusiasts and Tuck could not have been a more seasoned and perfect guide for us . We thoroughly enjoyed our day in the deep woods of the highlands of Cape Breton . The snow capped vistas and trees made for a really memorable day . Staying in communication with Cathy is easy and she’s very quick and reliable to respond to any concerns or questions we had. Looking forward to making this an annual event .

Kimberley Brant February 23, 2023

I recently returned from a trip with TNT Outdoor Adventures on the Snowmobile Trail tour-and wow! It did not disappoint!! My children and I loved every minute of it as we got to see lots of the local sites. The pace of the session was one that we all felt very comfortable with, and our guide adapted to the age and abilities of us all with ease. Our knowledgeable guide took the time to explain to the children what was going on so that they enjoyed every second of the experience, but also as there were two guides, we never felt that we were holding the more experienced group guests back either. We were offered plenty of warm clothes to ensure that we remained comfortable, and we were able to stop whenever we wanted to take in the views. All these small but valuable accommodations made for a very enjoyable time for us all. I would not hesitate to recommend this to anyone else. It was an amazing experience. Thank you very much!

P Porteous February 3, 2022

Wow - what an incredible “making memories” adventure with Cathy and Turk. Travelled 330km over 2 days and saw lots of great sights - 4 sleds plus Turk. The weather wasn’t our friend but it didn’t hold us back. Highlight for me was getting to the edge of the park. Not many people make it that far. Highly recommend. Great to see “entrepreneurs” step up and bet on Cape Breton tourism. Wishing them well.

S Fullerton March 4, 2022

TNT Outdoor Adventures .. absolutely fabulous!! We went on a 112km snowmobile adventure on March 4, 2022 from Hunters Mountain with Turk as our guide. We received very professional and attentive service from Cathy and Turk, as we had not been snowmobiling in many years. Turk made us feel very safe and ensured our comfort for the duration of the tour. We had a great day of adventure as we made our way up into the Highlands of Cape Brenton, all the way to Cape Clear. The snow gear and snowmobile equipment provided were top notch. We were extremely comfortable and warm in our gear, and this was an unforgettable adventure for us! We highly recommend TNT Outdoor Adventures and are looking forward to returning for a side-by-side tour in the Fall. We can't say enough good things about Turk, Cathy, and our experience with TNT Outdoor Adventures. 5 stars!

Randy Boudreau February 1, 2022

We just finished our snowmobiling trip with TNT, an outstanding trip. Cathy and Turk planned and hosted an extremely memorable day for us. The equipment is top notch,from the clothing,boots,gloves and sleds. All the little touches from snacks to food bird food for a “ bird in the hand photo op”. Turk’s can do attitude, knowledge of the hills and history added to our experience.

Laura Langille February 11, 2023

Instead of Christmas gifts this year my sister and I gave each other a snowmobile adventure. It was a great experience we will share forever. Cathy and Turk are amazing folks that make you feel at home and comfortable. Its so great to see new businesses in the area and we will definitely be back to explore more of our beautiful Island on snowmobile or side by side. Highly recommend checking this out !!!

Steven Goldthwaite March 5, 2023

TNT Outdoor Adventure snowmobiling is an incredible experience. It was a fantastic way to explore the Cape Breton Highlands in the winter. There was a lot of snow, which there always is in the highlands. The conditions were excellent. The day was spectacular; I always felt safe. We stopped frequently. Twice in the Pig and Whistle hut to enjoy a warm fire. We then travelled to Cape Clear a must see. Turk will point out the Cape Breton Gorilla in the rock. Don't miss that. The snowmobiles were in perfect condition, and the gear they provided was first-rate. They provided everything needed, all clothing, packed lunch, and instruction. This is a great experience for the novice or experienced snowmobilers. My son and I each rented a sled, and it was a memorable father-son outing. Cathy and Turk were friendly, easy to work with, and very knowledgeable hosts. Turk is the guide. You will get a full dose of Cape Breton hospitality on their tour. Booking and payment couldn't have been easier. Take advantage of this special Cape Breton winter activity. Steven Goldthwaite

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