Saguenay Fjord


Having the privilege of paddling in a unique surrounding filled with richness and history is what the Saguenay Fjord offers you. In fact, the glaciers having covered a portion of North America, sculpted the rock leaving behind them a majestic decor. 

At an average depth of 200 meters, this mysterious place full of color and life slowly uncovers its secrets...to those who discover them. Come observe and share with us a passion...whales!

 

Technical File :
Visited regions : Fjord du Saguenay, Charlevoix, Quebec City
Type of activities :  Sea kayak, fauna and flora observation
Duration : 5 days / 4 nights to 2 days / 1 night
Difficulty level : Beginner - intermediary
Departure location : Montreal or Tadoussac

 

Itinéraire indicatif :
Day 1 : Montreal :  Arrival and transfer from the airport to your hotel. Supper and a free evening.
Day 2 : Montreal / Charlevoix :  Small breakfast and departure for the region of Charlevoix. We will stop and have breakfast in Old Quebec. In the afternoon, your guide will drive you to L’Anse St-Jean. In this village, we will taste regional products and pass the second night at the Cévennes Inn.
Day 3 : Charlevoix :  Small breakfast, equipment preparation, explanation of safety measures and navigation techniques. After this preparation, we are finally ready to discover the majestic Saguenay Fjord! Breakfast on the river. Afternoon having arrived, camp set up at the speed of light to let you be bewitched by suppers’ aroma. An incomparable freshness.
Day 4 : Charlevoix : Small breakfast, dismantling of camp site and new departure to the heart of this ancient glacier valley. Breakfast on the river. Be alert! You may be witness to an incredible show, that of the whale. Again, afternoon having arrived, we will make a stop at «La pointe à passe pierre» to lunch and to pass another night in the tent.
Day 5 : Montreal : Small breakfast, dismantling of camp site and departure for the last day of kayaking. Chances of seeing whales will be high. In fact, the whales coming from the river ascent to the interior of the Fjord just until these surroundings. End of the expedition at Baie Sainte-Catherine. Return towards Montreal in the afternoon.

The package includes :
  • Transport between various activity sites *
  • Kayak guide
  • Kayak, , paddle, life jacket, safety kit
  • Camping gear (Tent, sleeping bag, floor mat) *
  • 2 night in wilderness camping
  • 1 hotel night *
  • 1 inn night **
  • 10 meals
  • Dry bag

* 5 days trip only

** 4 and 5 days trip only

The package does not include :
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch on day 2
  • Dinner on day 1 and 5
  • Guide tipping

 

 

Departure date :
The best time to observe the whales is in the month of August.
  • Every week beginning July 1st, 4 participants minimum required

 

Type of package : Price per person :
Montreal 5 days / 4 nights  
Double-occupancy accommodation $ 595,00+tx
Single-occupancy supplement   $ 95,00+tx
   
Tadoussac 4 days / 3 nights
Double-occupancy accommodation $ 460,00+tx
Single-occupancy supplement   $ 60,00+tx
   
Tadoussac 3 days / 2 nights $ 359,00+tx
   
Tadoussac 2 days / 1 night $ 259,00+tx

  

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