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Photo: Northern gannets - Bonaventure Island and Percé Rock National Park ©Marc Loiselle

In addition to marine mammals, numerous other animal species can be observed in Québec maritime. For example, this region is home to the largest northern gannet colony in the world as well as many other bird species, the only herd of caribou south of the St. Lawrence, an impressive concentration of moose, and black bears. A stay in Québec maritime will provide many opportunities for animal sightings in superb wildlife observation sites.

Wildlife Observation Packages

Salmon Fishing on the Bonaventure River

Bioparc de la Gaspésie

Starting from $525.00

for 2 people; taxes, guide service, fishing licence and fishing gear not included Valid from September 1 to 30, 2013

Mountain Stay Package (2 nights)

Chic-Chocs Mountain Lodge

Starting from $476.00

per person for two nights based on double occupancy, taxes not included Valid from July 5, 2013 to September 17, 2013

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Wildlife Observation Road Trip Ideas

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Bird Watching in the Îles de la Madeleine

The Îles de la Madeleine are home to hundreds of species of birds. Here are a few of the region’s most popular bird-watching sites.

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Bird Watching in Côte-Nord

Côte-Nord (Manicouagan and Duplessis) is home to hundreds of species of birds. Here are a few of the region’s most popular bird-watching sites.

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Testimonials about Wildlife Observation

April 2010

MotoVirée

Explore Scenic Drives by Motorcycle!

"Discover a tourism destination where roads run alongside the sea, mountains, valleys and rivers in a region dotted with rest areas, scenic lookouts and great gourmet finds." Read more »
The Chic-Chocs Mountain Lodge: A Comfortable Nature Experience

"The Chic-Chocs Mountain Lodge seems very small, surrounded as it is by vast expanses of wilderness such as can only be found in North America (particularly Québec)." Read more »

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Highlights

Fjord en Kayak
Observe harbour seals on a sea kayaking excursion in a group of 8, surrounded by 420-m (1380-ft) cliffs. You will also have the opportunity to see several species of birds, including peregrine falcons, common loons and herons, and maybe even belugas!
Forillon National Park
Forillon National Park is home to a multitude of bird species (black-legged kittiwakes, cormorants, guillemots) and marine mammals (whales and seals). Keep your eyes peeled during your hikes and you might even see a black bear from afar!
Chic-Chocs Mountain Lodge
The forests surrounding the Lodge are home to caribou and moose. In addition, about 100 species of birds, including several birds of prey, have been identified in the surrounding territory. Enjoy unforgettable sights!

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A Museum Experience: Explore the St. Lawrence

Presented by: The Société des musées québécois

This summer, the Société des musées québécois invites you to plot a course for the St. Lawrence River... and the museums that celebrate it.

Pointe-au-Père Maritime Historic Site
A tribute to a transatlantic liner and its tragic sinking, mementoes of river pilots, a real submarine… traces of the past that make this site an essential stop .

Photo: Robert Baronet © Société des musées québécois

Exploramer
Would you like to get a close-up look at life on the St. Lawrence River? With its sea excursions and Aquarium Park, Exploramer gives visitors new insight into a world full of extraordinary life forms of all kinds.

Photo: Robert Baronet © Société des musées québécois

Musée de la Gaspésie
Come learn about the region's spellbinding history in the all-new, decidedly contemporary Musée de la Gaspésie building!

Photo: Robert Baronet © Société des musées québécois

Banc-de-Pêche-de-Paspébiac Historic Site
The walls of the striking buildings of the Banc-de-Pêche-de-Paspébiac Historic Site echo with fascinating tales of this former hub of the Gulf of St. Lawrence fishing industry.

Photo: Robert Baronet © Société des musées québécois

Museum of Natural History in Miguasha National Park
The thousands of fish fossils discovered in the cliffs of Miguasha National Park earned this site a place on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.

Marine Mammal Interpretation Centre (CIMM)
A visit to the Marine Mammal Interpretation Centre (CIMM) is an ideal way to prepare for a whale-watching excursion or even an excellent alternative.

Marine Environment Discovery Centre
There are some fascinating plants and animals living in the cold, rich waters of the St. Lawrence Estuary. Would you like to see them, without getting wet?

Jardin des Glaciers (Garden of the Glaciers)
The recently opened Jardin des Glaciers could actually claim to have been created 20,000 years ago! It's a site like none other in the world, packed with thrilling activities and sensations. Plan to spend at least one full day here.