CAT Ferry Reviews

My first trip to Nova Scotia took me to Bar Harbor, Maine-- to take the CAT Ferry to Yarmouth; and it was comfortable and delightful. It was a smooth ride, with whale sightings, the day I went in June. On the way back in August, the experience was just as good (even without the whales). I sampled food and drink, and both were markedly better than on any other public conveyance I have experienced. I watched others pump the slot machines but spent most of my time looking at the views on the way out and took advantage of one of the "theaters" to see a film on the way back. — The… read full review »

The Cat is for tourists and it provides a unique experience for people.  This boat flies across the water on a clear and calm day.  You may see whales and porpoises playing in the Bay of Fundy.  I will warn you though that on a less-than-calm day, the ride can be rocky and will take longer.  — — There is a fine selection of food choices, and there's a bar on board.  The "casino" is a small area, but provides an ample number of slot machines.   The only outside area is on the stern, and it is small.  This is also a smoker's area.  … read full review »