In Québec maritime, you can sea kayak almost anywhere along both shores of the St. Lawrence as well as along the coasts of the Îles de la Madeleine and Anticosti Island. Equipment rentals, instruction and guide services are offered in many locations. Whether you are a novice or experienced kayaker, you can enjoy excursions lasting from several hours to several days. Keep your eyes peeled: you never know when you will encounter whales or seals!
Côte-Nord borders the St. Lawrence for 1250 kilometres (775 miles), from Tadoussac to Blanc-Sablon. This region’s coastline has been designated the Whale Route, since 13 different species, including the blue whale, can be found in the waters of the Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence. From several locations, you can participate in sea excursions by boat, Zodiac or even sea kayak to observe these fascinating mammals. Whales can also be seen from the shore.
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.
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Sea kayaking excursions on the St. Lawrence with Kayak Zodiac Archipel du Bic are magical. You will observe typical marine and avian wildlife, approaching prudently so as not to disturb their activities. Sunset excursions are especially memorable!
Fjord en Kayak offers excursions lasting from several hours to several days (kayak camping) in the Saguenay Fjord, the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park and Tadoussac Bay. Family outings and excursions with meals included for all kayaking levels.
Enjoy being out on the water with a guided sea kayaking tour offered by Aube Aventure, and observe the coastal landscape and fauna, including a seal colony.
Kayak around Kamouraska’s islands and islets while enjoying a unique view of the region’s charming villages from the coastline.
Photo: Marc Loiselle
The Manicouagan region is renowned for sea kayaking as well as for marine mammal observation. Why not combine both activities?
Photo: Marc Loiselle / Tourisme Manicouagan
Size yourself up against the gigantic Percé Rock, and keep your eyes peeled for a few marine mammals!
Photo: Sébastien Larose / Tourisme Gaspésie
Sculpted by the wind and the sea, the monoliths of the Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve of Canada offer kayakers incomparable scenic vistas.
Photo: Éric Marchand / L’île imagin’air
Tadoussac Bay is a member of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World Club, and its village is recognized by the Association of the Most Beautiful Villages of Québec.
Photo: Marc Loiselle / Tourisme Manicouagan
Discover the many grottos of the Îles de la Madeleine in the company of an experienced sea kayak guide.
Photo: Éric Marchand / L’île imagin’air
Kayak along the cliffs of Forillon National Park of Canada and discover the vastness of its coastal landscapes. You might even encounter some seals and a few whales on your journey!
Photo: Michel Julien / Tourisme Gaspésie
Observe the region’s fauna up close with an excursion in the waters of Bic National Park. The park is home to about 200 seals and a multitude of bird species.
Photo: Michel Laverdière
Kayak along the steep cliffs of the Saguenay Fjord in the company of an expert who will let you in on the site’s secrets. Several tour companies offer guided excursions of variable duration.
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