Combine a scenic taxi transfer from Port of Sydney with a guided UTV ride up Hunter's Mountain to Cape Clear. Expect windswept ridgelines, trailside lunch, and lookout views over the Margaree River in a 5–7 hour shore excursion.
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You step off the ship into the brisk Atlantic air and the taxi is waiting to carry your small group across the Seal Island Bridge toward the highland spine of Cape Breton.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5–7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be comfortable mounting vehicles and riding on bumpy, uneven trails for several hours.
Wildlife
History
The Cape Breton Highlands have deep Mi'kmaq significance and later 19th-century Gaelic settlement shaped local place names and culture.
Conservation
Stay on marked trails, avoid approaching wildlife, and pack out all trash; operators follow local land-use rules to minimize erosion and habitat disturbance.
Reserve your spot on the Private Shore Excursion UTV/ATV Side-by-Side Trail Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive with layers
Coastal wind and elevation change mean temperatures can drop quickly—bring a windproof layer and a warm midlayer.
Footwear for uneven trails
Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes with good tread; trails include gravel, roots and occasional mud.
Protect your camera
A small dry bag or ziplock will keep electronics safe from spray and dust during the UTV portion.
Hydrate and eat light
Carry a water bottle for the road transfer; the provided trailside lunch is filling but bring light snacks if you have dietary needs.
Sturdy closed-toe shoes
Protects feet on gravel, roots and when boarding the side-by-side.
Windproof jacket
Blocks coastal gusts and higher-elevation chill during the ride and lookouts.
Sunglasses with strap
Reduces glare and keeps eyes clear of dust on open trails.
summer
Small daypack or dry bag
Carry water, camera, and personal items while keeping them dry from spray and dust.