Whale-watching tours
Tadoussac is known as one of the best places in the world to observe whales. A dozen different species visit the St. Lawrence Estuary in this area!
Tadoussac
Located along one of the most beautiful bays in the world, Tadoussac is a dream destination in Côte-Nord. This area is also one of the best places in the world to see whales, whether during a sea excursion in the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park or directly from the shore! Nature lovers will enjoy hiking the trails found in Parc national du Fjord-du-Saguenay or paddling the waters of the Saguenay Fjord in a sea kayak. There is also lots for history buffs to discover! Founded in 1600, Tadoussac is the oldest village in North America and is home to several sites of historical interest, including a small chapel and the Chauvin Trading Post. Want to stay put for a few days? The area offers lots of accommodation options, including the famous Hôtel Tadoussac with its red roof, as well as many restaurants and cafés.
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Parc national du Fjord-du-Saguenay
This national park protecting the Saguenay Fjord is renowned for offering exceptional views of cliffs and forests, which you can discover via long hiking trails.
Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park
The marine park protects the biodiversity found in the St. Lawrence Estuary. Numerous endangered species live here, including belugas and blue whales. This is one of the oldest marine protected areas in the world!
Tadoussac chapel
Built between 1747 and 1750 and nicknamed the Little Indian Chapel, this is one of the oldest wooden churches in Québec. Visit this site to admire the chapel’s architecture and learn more about the lives of the missionaries in New France.
Chauvin Trading Post
The first settlement in New France was founded in Tadoussac in 1600 to further the fur trade. This replica of the original trading post provides a better understanding of the first contacts between First Nations peoples and Europeans.
Marine Mammal Interpretation Centre
This science museum is managed by the Group for Research and Education on Marine Mammals. Explore the world of the whales with passionate specialists who will answer all your questions!
