Shore Excursion Details

Membertou Medicine Walk

Sydney, Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia

Membertou Medicine Walk

DETAILS

  • 3
    hrs Estimate Duration
  • Snack

OVERVIEW

Connect with the traditions, natural knowledge, and living culture of the Mi’kmaq community during this meaningful visit to Membertou. Begin with a guided medicine walk along the Green Links Trail, where you’ll learn how Mi’kmaq ancestors identified and used local roots, berries, mosses, leaves, flowers, and other plants for traditional purposes. As you move through the natural surroundings of Unama’ki, your guide will share cultural practices and stories that highlight the deep relationship between the Mi’kmaq people and the land. After the walk, take part in a hands-on dreamcatcher workshop and create your own keepsake to take home while enjoying traditional luskinikn bread with molasses and tea before returning to the pier.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Join a guided medicine walk and learn about traditional Mi’kmaq plant knowledge.
• Create your own dreamcatcher during a hands-on cultural workshop.
• Enjoy traditional luskinikn bread with molasses and tea.


HELPFUL HINTS

• Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
• Bring a light jacket or rain layer, depending on the forecast.
• Canadian currency or a credit card for optional gifts and souvenirs.

Need to Know:

Note: This tour includes approximately 2 km (1.2 miles) of walking over crushed gravel, uneven ground, and unpaved trails. Guests must be able to board and disembark the minibus using 2–4 steps or travel with a companion who can assist them, as the driver and guide cannot provide mobility assistance. The tour is not wheelchair accessible and may not be suitable for guests with walking difficulties. The itinerary may operate in reverse or be adjusted due to weather or operational conditions.

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ACTIVITY ATTRIBUTES

Excursion Type:

Scenic & City Tours

Activity Level:

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    Challenging
Tours with this activity level involve a considerable amount of physical activity such as substantial walking over cobblestone streets, uneven or steep terrain, climbing stairs, or extended periods of standing. Not recommended for guests with physical limitations. Comfortable, sturdy shoes are recommended.
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