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 and impressive concentrations of moose and black bears. A stay in Québec maritime will provide opportunities for safe encounters with these animals in superb wildlife observation sites.
The Gaspésie Tour is a legendary scenic drive that loops around the huge Gaspé Peninsula. National Geographic Traveler included this region in its 20 Best Trips of 2011, while the renowned Michelin Green Guide gave it 3 stars.
"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 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 »
The Matane Wildlife Reserve is home to abundant and diverse wildlife species, including over 150 species of birds, black bears and moose. While out hiking, be on the lookout for these animals in their natural habitat.
This park is home to one of the largest migratory bird sanctuaries in North America, including the largest accessible northern gannet colony in the world. During a boat excursion around the park, you may also spot marine mammals.
This site is a great place to observe marine mammals (minke whales, seals and harbour porpoises), birds of prey (osprey and bald eagles) and exceptional marine wildlife (starfish, sea anemones and sea urchins).
The M/V Nordik Express arriving in Natashquan. This authentic supply ship serves the coastal villages of the Lower North Shore, Minganie and Anticosti Island.
Enjoy spectacular vistas, as here in the rigolets (small fjord-like sheltered arms of the sea) between La Tabatière and Saint-Augustin. This area is dotted with hundreds of islands.
Sculpted by the sea, the unique limestone monoliths in the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve of Canada are proud witnesses to the passage of time.
Les Galets in Natashquan is a heritage site made up of 12 warehouses that were once used by the cod fishery. There is also a 6-kilometre (4-miles) beach nearby.
Middle Bay, a typical village on the Lower North Shore. A total of 14 such villages provide hospitality in this region and are home to 5600 anglophone, francophone and Innu residents.
Anticosti Island is home to over 160,000 white-tailed deer. Hunting, salmon fishing, hiking and sea kayaking are among the many activities on offer here.
Route 138 begins again in Vieux-Fort and links the six easternmost villages of Côte-Nord, all the way to Blanc-Sablon.
In the Lower North shore community of La Romaine, the Innu will introduce you to their traditional crafts. They are one of the only remaining nomadic indigenous peoples in North America.
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