48 Hours… in Rimouski
| By Anne-Josée Pineau
Dynamic and festive, Rimouski offers all the attractions of a big city along with a tranquil natural setting and friendly local residents.
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Seals of the St. Lawrence
| By Jean-Pierre Sylvestre
The waters of the Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence are renowned for their marine wildlife, especially marine mammals. While the maritime regions of Québec are best known as whale-watching destinations (where you can see beluga whales, among others), you can also spot seals along the coastlines of these regions. Eastern Québec has two seal seasons, each represented by two species: harbour seals and grey seals in the summer, and harp seals and hooded seals in the winter.
Read MoreObserving Moose, Caribou and Deer in the Forests of Eastern Québec
| By Jean-Pascal Côté
Guided activities or hikes on your own are perfect opportunities to observe moose, woodland caribou and white-tailed deer in their natural habitats—a thrilling experience at any age. The forested areas of the maritime regions of Québec are home to rich and abundant wildlife. Keep reading to find out where to see moose, caribou and deer in our regions.
Read More48 Hours… in Minganie
| By Olivier Pierson
The Minganie region in Côte-Nord is definitely worth the detour. Breathtaking scenery is one of the main draws of this remote region blessed by nature.
Read MoreParc national d'Anticosti: A Gem in the Middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence
| By Jean-Pascal Côté
Untamed landscapes, a rich and abundant wildlife, a spectacular geography... Anticosti Island, in the Côte-Nord region, has everything to pique your interest.
Read MoreWhale-Watching Sites in the Maritime Regions of Québec
| By Jean-Pierre Sylvestre, Le Québec maritime
The maritime regions of Québec offer some of the best sites in Canada to observe whales and other marine mammals: in fact, 13 different species of cetaceans can be seen in our regions. When planning your next trip to Eastern Québec, be sure to include this activity on your itinerary.
Read MoreForillon National Park: A Park Worth Xploring with Your Kids!
| By Anne-Josée Pineau
If you’re travelling in Gaspésie with your children this summer, be sure to visit Forillon National Park at the tip of the Gaspé Peninsula and have them participate in the kids’ activity program: Parks Canada Xplorers.
Read MoreParc national du Lac-Témiscouata: Hikes for Everyone
| By Jean-Pascal Côté
Parc national du Lac-Témiscouata is hinged around the largest and most majestic lake in the region.
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