Whale emerging from the water in the Côte-Nord region.
Woman kayaking on the Saguenay Fjord at sunset.
Aerial view of a via ferrata, with the Saguenay Fjord in the background.
Whale watching cruise ship.
Woman hiking, at the top of a staircase on a mountainside.
Whales and wonders trail: can’t-miss experiences along the St. Lawrence’s north shore - Corridor Bleu

Whale-watching in Québec: 21 ideas and offers for a road trip along the St. Lawrence

Published on March 30, 2026 Collection

At the confluence of the St. Lawrence River and the Saguenay Fjord is one of the best places for whale watching in Québec, where up to 13 species of marine mammals gather in nutrient-rich waters. Many more wonders await beyond the water, as the regions of Charlevoix, Côte-Nord and Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean form one of the most spectacular road trip routes in Eastern Canada. Start building your itinerary with these offers.

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