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Cap-de-Bon-Désir Interpretation and Observation Centre

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13, chemin du Cap-de-Bon-Désir
Les Bergeronnes (Quebec) Canada
G0T 1G0
Phone:
+418-232-6751 (in season)
Phone (2):
+418-235-4703 (off season)
Fax:
+418-235-4192
Toll free:
+1-888-773-8888
Email:
information@pc.gc.ca

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Watch whales, seals and seabirds from the shore. Belugas, porpoises and other cetaceans often swim past Cap de Bon-Désir. Our guides are there to answer your questions. Bring a picnic and a windbreaker. Family activities are offered on site every day.

Have you ever seen starfish? You will be surprised by their colours! Participate in the “Ocean Encounters” activity, during which divers will bring up some of the mysterious animals that live at the bottom of the estuary for you to see. This activity is offered three times a week. Consult the schedule for details.

In the lightkeeper’s house, observe whales and learn about the history of the lighthouse and its lightkeepers. Play a game to test your talents as a pilot!

Do your children love to explore? Request the Xplorers booklet at the reception centre.

Activities and services: Whale watching, interpretive activities, exhibit, lighthouse.

Opening dates

June 16 to October 8, 2018

Schedule

CENTRE: June 16 to September 3: Daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; September 4 to 9: Daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. September 10 to October 8: Wednesday to Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. OCEAN ENCOUNTERS: June 30 to August 18: Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Please arrive at least 30 minutes early. OTHER ACTIVITIES: June 16 to September 3: Daily at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Cost

$7.80/adult over 18, $6.80/senior, free entrance for child under 17

Reservations

Recommended for groups

Payment methods

  • Visa  Visa
  • MasterCard  MasterCard
  • American Express  American Express
  • Interac  Interac
  • Cheque  Cheque
  • Cash  Cash
  • Travelers Cheque  Travelers Cheque

Activities available

Whale Watching
The St. Lawrence is so shallow off Cap de Bon-Désir that whales come and feed close by, making this one of the best coastal sites to observe whales. Open from mid-June to mid-October.
Hiking
From the lightkeeper’s house, follow a 300-metre (1000-foot) walk to the edge of the water. This will take you through a mixed forest. Breathe in the smell of the forest as you listen to the wind, the birds and the blows of the whales.
Interpretation Sites
Meet enthusiastic guides who will share their knowledge with you. Participate in family activities to learn more about the life of marine animals, and be sure to visit the exhibit on Cap de Bon-Désir lightkeepers.
Lighthouses
The Cap-de-Bon-Désir Lighthouse is one of the most recent lighthouses to be built along the St. Lawrence. Visit the exhibit in the lightkeeper’s house where you can listen to the lightkeepers and see period photos.
Museums
Meet enthusiastic guides who will share their knowledge with you. Participate in family activities to learn more about the life of marine animals, and be sure to visit the exhibit on Cap de Bon-Désir lightkeepers.


Services

  • Childrens playground
  • Picnic area
  • Pets allowed on leashes only
  • Boutique
  • Free parking
  • Guide services

How to get there

Take Route 138 to Les Bergeronnes and follow the signs for the Cap-de-Bon-Désir Interpretation and Observation Centre (Centre d’interprétation et d’observation de Cap-de-Bon-Désir).

The Cap-de-Bon-Désir Interpretation and Observation Centre is located 30 km (18 mi.) from Tadoussac, 145 km (90 mi.) from Saguenay, 171 km (105 mi.) from Baie-Comeau and 245 km (150 mi.) from Québec City.

Affiliations and distinctions

Affiliations : 

  • Parcs Canada
  • Tourisme Côte-Nord - Manicouagan
  • La route des Baleines

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