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Explore the Well-Kept Secrets of Côte-Nord – Duplessis

Whenever I hear about Minganie and the Lower North Shore, the first things that come to mind are breathtaking landscapes and nature at its rawest. These areas are much less well known than other areas of Québec, yet they’re so different from the rest of the province that they’re totally worth the trip!

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An Introduction to Whale Watching

   |   By Tanya Paquet

Who isn’t fascinated by whales? Did you know that Côte-Nord is one of the best places in the world to observe them? An abundant food supply and the unusual geology of the seabed explain why this region...

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Sept-Îles: An Immense and Accessible Natural Playground

   |   By Tanya Paquet

I’m currently planning a trip to Sept-Îles this summer, and I’m really excited about visiting this area of Côte-Nord – Duplessis. What attracts me to this region are the vast open spaces I keep hearing about: immense forests, numerous rivers and the sea stretching out to the horizon.

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Discover the Charms of Percé

   |   By Tanya Paquet

There is always anticipation before arriving in Percé. You scan the horizon on the lookout for the first opportunity to see the famous rock. Then suddenly, there it is, in all its splendour. I knew it was big, but it’s hard to grasp how impressive it is before seeing it for yourself. I was left speechless.

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