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 Outaouais visitor region is on Rivière des Outaouais’ north shore, on the Ontario provincial line. From Fort-Coulonge, Montebello, Maniwaki and Gatineau to Ottawa, the Tourisme Outaouais visitor region is a sparkling blend of activities just waiting for you to experience. Château Montebello, Cap Santé, Parc Omega, Parc de la Gatineau, Parc national de Plaisance, Arbraska Laflèche, Nordik Spa-Nature, HorizonX Rafting, Papineau-Labelle Wildlife Reserve, Coulonge Falls, the Rideau Canal and Lac-Leamay Casino are but a few of the Outaouais region’s many outstanding attractions.
