Can you see whales in Baie St Paul?

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Can you see whales at La Malbaie?

Baie Ste-Catherine / Charlevoix – La Malbaie – Whale watching cruise – AML Grand Fleuve. Less than 2½ hours from Quebec City, set out for an encounter with the giants of the sea and choose the unmatched comfort and the exceptional panoramic view aboard the AML Grand Fleuve. Exceptional panoramic view; Whale warranty.

Can you see whales from Charlevoix?

Escape to the great outdoors! Treat yourself to the best and take full advantage of one of the greatest whale observation sites in the world in Charlevoix, less than 2½ hours from Quebec City!

How far is whale-watching from Quebec City?

3 to 3.5 hour
The whale watching hot spot is in the St. Lawrence estuary by the mouth of the Saguenay River. The top town for whale watching tours is Tadoussac and perhaps Les Bergeronnes, located right at this meeting of waters. By road it is a 3 to 3.5 hour drive east from Quebec City.

Can you see whales in Quebec City?

You can’t see whales in Quebec City, regardless of the time of year. You would have to travel at least another 2 to 3 hour drive east from Quebec into the heart of the St. Lawrence Estuary.

What whales can you see in Quebec?

Baleen whales – 5 species in Québec (11 worldwide)

• Minke whale – 6 to 9 metres, 6 to 8 tonnes.
• Humpback whale – 11 to 13 metres, 25 to 30 tonnes.
• North Atlantic right whale – 10 to 15 metres, 30 to 60 tonnes.
• Fin whale – 18 to 21 metres, 40 to 50 tonnes.
• Blue whale – 21 to 26 metres, 80 to 210 tonnes.

Why is Tadoussac good for whale-watching?

The reason is simple. Tadoussac sits at the confluence of the freshwater Saguenay River and salty St Laurent River. Three undersea currents meet here and cause an abundance of plankton and other whale food, which in turn attracts the whales.

What is the best time to go whale-watching in Quebec?

If you’re wondering about the best time of year for whale-watching in Quebec, I would prioritize the summer months and early fall. You’re most likely to see different types of whales in Quebec if you travel between May and October. During this time, over a dozen species populate the waters of the St. Lawrence Gulf.

Where is the best place to see whales Quebec?

Tadoussac
Typically, the best whale-watching in Quebec takes place in Tadoussac and Quebec City. Tadoussac is part of the world-famous “whale route” on the Côte-Nord (North Coast). Along with the charming fishing towns and temperate forests, you’ll be able to spot different whale species.

Where can I see blue whales in Quebec?

A high concentration of cetaceans—from humpbacks to blue whales—can be found in the waters off Tadoussac, Les Bergeronnes and Les Escoumins. Many excursions are available in this area, and you can see the whales from the shore.