The St. Lawrence River and the Saguenay Fjord are the natural habitat of many marine mammals. Over 10 species of whales live in these waters, including the blue whale (the largest marine mammal in the world!), fin and humpback whales, belugas, porpoises, and dolphins. Marine wildlife also includes seals, starfish, and seabirds. On board of a zodiac, in a sea kayak or even on a hike, keep your eyes peeled, the show is always on! In Saguenay – Lac-Saint-Jean, Côte-Nord, Gaspésie or Bas-Saint-Laurent, the options for marine wildlife watching are plenty. Look for a Quality-Safety certified business to book an excursion that is both respectful and safe, for wildlife and humans alike. On a cruise with an interpretive guide or in a kayak at sunrise, dive into the fascinating world our marine ecosystems.
The Tourisme Cantons-de-l’Est visitor region offers a full menu of outdoor activities, from hiking to winter horseback riding for all. Its four national parks – Mont-Megantic, Frontenac, Mont-Orford and Yamaska ? offer a rainbow of activities like camping, kayaking and canoeing. When the fall colours are in full swing, the Eastern Townships are the place to be. And on your next bicycle tour, discover its 365 km cycling network that tours the entire region, with circuits that showcase local gastronomy or summit scenery. An amazing natural reserve, year-round this region is a breath of fresh air!
