Looking for options for whale watching from Québec City? Wondering how spectacular whale watching in Quebec is? We’ve got you covered. It starts with the region of Charlevoix.

In Charlevoix, whale watching is one of those unforgettable experiences travellers dream about long before they arrive. On the waters of the majestic St. Lawrence River, aboard a Croisières AML cruise boat or zodiac, the adventure is guided by passionate naturalists who share fascinating insights into Quebec’s whales.

At the heart of the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park, where biodiversity is carefully protected, the graceful silhouettes of whales sometimes surface nearby, whether seen from the river or from the shores of the Pointe-Noire Interpretation and Observation Centre in Baie-Sainte-Catherine. Between rugged cliffs, picturesque islands, and endless horizons, every moment becomes a privileged encounter with nature, as the breath of marine mammals blends with the St. Lawrence River’s calming rhythm during Quebec’s whale season. Charlevoix is considered one of the best places in Quebec, and in the world, for whale watching.

The Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park is a world-renowned protected marine area covering 1,245 km2. It is home to more than 2,000 animal and plant species, including 13 whale species.

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