Marine mammals

Whale-watching kayaking tours are unique experiences enabling adventurers to be in perfect harmony with the St. Lawrence River’s salty breeze and marine wildlife. Enjoy a larger-than-life experience right here in Québec!

Along with a seasoned guide, you’ll glide across the water and get close to such species as the humpback, fin and mink whales, as well as a few belugas, harbour porpoises or white-sided dolphins. Thanks to the marine wildlife inhabiting the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park and Parc national du Fjord-du-Saguenay, you have the unique opportunity to ride the waves among some of these sea giants!

The Bergeronnes region is one of the best places for this type of whale-watching activity. Also, the rocky bluffs along the river are dotted with several camping platforms, where you’ll get a front-row seat with spectacular views of the water and whales! There’s really nothing better than unwinding to the sounds of these mighty creatures’ breathing!

The Baie-de-Tadoussac region is also a perfect spot to observe belugas and mink whales. While kayaking on the nearby rivière Saguenay, you might even catch a glimpse of a few smiling belugas!

Further north, whales can also be found where the St. Lawrence River meets the Gaspé Peninsula’s majestic rocky coast. Various companies and Forillon National Park offer whale-watching kayaking tours, as well as the opportunity to stay at a campsite or cottage. Moreover, you’re likely to meet a few curious seals during your sea expedition!

• Stay at least 400 metres from belugas and blue whales.

• Never come within 200 metres of all other whales. 

Directory of whale-watching cruise companies

Directory of adventure tourism and outdoor companies offering whale-watching tours