AN UNFORGETTABLE ENCOUNTER!
The St. Lawrence River is a unique place in the world to see whales in their natural habitat. With stunning landscapes, 13 whale species, an enormous marine park and amazing cruises, it’s the ideal destination for a truly unforgettable experience: an encounter with the giants of the sea.
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our regions
Québec
whales
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observation cruises
Our tour
and accommodation packages
Including the blue whale:
The largest animal
that ever lived on earth.
marine park.
Discover grandiose regions
Côte-Nord
Come to Côte-Nord and bear witness to the whales’ awesome feats as they hunt for food. With its endless beaches, delightful Gourmet Tourist Trail, unique attractions and fascinating marine interpretation, this still-undiscovered region of Quebec offers breathtaking scenery of spectacular natural splendour.
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Charlevoix
You will be unable to resist the charms of Charlevoix. From the St. Lawrence to the mountains, its people have cultivated an art of living that in turn has fostered a thriving culture. Thanks to its rich and fertile soil, chefs and producers have together created an authentic recipe for happiness!
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COVID-19: The same wonderful experience, just a few new safety instructions for everyone. Consult the whale-watching cruise health plan here.
The kingdom of whales
is in Québec
One of the best whale watching sites in the world.
A 1,245 km2 marine park.
Different species of whales.
Including the blue whale:
Up to 135 tons and 30 metres.
The largest animal that ever lived on earth.
Whale watching cruises by Eco-Whale Alliance members
Board a vessel belonging to one of the PROUD MEMBERS of the Eco-Whale Alliance to live a distinctive experience in the land of whales, seals and sea birds.
Whale watching cruise aboard a Zodiac:
Escape to the great outdoors in the Saguenay-St-Laurence Marine Park for only $68.99.
Whale watching cruise and helicopter:
With departures from Tadoussac or Charlevoix, fly over the forest and the majestic Saguenay Fjord and see the demarcation between fresh and salt water!
Whale watching cruise aboard a boat:
Up to 2 departures daily from Tadoussac or Charlevoix.
Croisières Essipit
Les écumeurs du St-Laurent
Discover a majestic river
Saguenay
St. Lawrence Marine Park
Marime Mammal
Interpretation
Centre of Tadoussac
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Société des traversiers
du Québec
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Parc national du
Fjord-du-Saguenay
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LIVE THE PARKS
CANADA EXPERIENCE!
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The Saguenay Fjord
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Matane–Baie-Comeau–Godbout Ferry
Taking the Matane─Baie-Comeau─Godbout ferry is a unique way to broaden your vacation horizons, bridging the gap between the Gaspésie region and the North Shore of Quebec. Hop aboard our new ferry, the MV F.-A.-Gauthier to explore the majestic St. Lawrence and the best sunsets in the utmost comfort.
Take advantage of our Same-Day Round-Trip Excursion Fare and join us for a “pocket cruise”!
Tadoussac–Baie-Sainte-Catherine Ferry
In addition to being a gateway to Côte Nord, The Tadoussac–Baie-Sainte-Catherine Ferry offers a unique opportunity to admire the majestic Saguenay fjord and the wonders of the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. This ferry service is free of charge.
www.traversiers.com/en/our-ferries/tadoussac-baie-sainte-catherine-ferryOne of the world’s largest rivers
Since its 16th-century charting by Jacques Cartier, the Saint-Lawrence river has been a veritable lifeline for the Québecers who made their homes on its shores.
Scenic road
Roads hug both sides of the St. Lawrence river, providing panoramic views on a coastline by turns rural, mountainous or supremely wild. Whether by car, bicycle or motorcycle, try one of our different circuits and road trips and discover the size and splendour of this majestic river.
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The St-Lawrence Route The Whale Route The St. Lawrence Road Trips Route des Navigateurs
Waterways
Over its 1,600-km (995-mi.) trajectory, the river broadens into an estuary and then a gulf that’s more like an inland sea. By sailboat or kayak, on a ferry or a cruise ship, discover the infinite secrets of this majestic waterway where the gleaming backs of whales break the waves beneath flocks of seabirds in flight.
Our islands
From Montréal to Anticosti through Ile Verte, Mingan Archipelago and Isle-aux-Coudres, innumerable archipelagos, verdant or rocky, invite you to discover their fauna and flora and hear the legends of the farmers, sailors and fishermen who lived there once, and live there still.
Discover :
Anticosti Ile verte The Mingan Archipelago Isle-aux-Coudres Pot à l’Eau-de-Vie Islands Île aux Lièvres Saint-Barnabé Island Grosse-Île
Our Fjord
Dark waters enclosed within dizzying cliffs give the Saguenay Fjord a somewhat mysterious aspect. The Fjord is at once a sea and a river, as cold salt water from the St. Lawrence estuary invades its depths, while warmer fresh waters from its tributaries and Lake St. Jean run along the surface.
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Saguenay Lac-Saint-Jean
Sustainable whale watching
For the past 5 years, Alliance members have rigorously followed an improvement process in order to ensure that the sea-born activities in the marine park are a model of sustainability. Encouraging one the Alliance’s proud members is equivalent to showing your support towards the dedication and experience of the captains, naturalists, and all employees of the companies who actively protect our whales by respecting laws and raising visitor awareness of the jewel which is the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. Make an environmentally responsible choice! Look for the PROUD MEMBER of the Eco-Whale Alliance logo when booking your next cruise.
