Whale Watching Tours from Québec City

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Did you know that when you stay in Québec City, you can both take in the sights of Old Québec, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and set sail on a full-day excursion to see the whales of the St. Lawrence? Here’s how your magical day could unfold.

Bus Excursion and Whale Watching Tours from Québec City

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From Old Québec, board a comfortable coach to the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. Then, let the experienced naturalist guides tell you about the lives of these marine mammals. You can choose to experience this whale watching excursion by boat or zodiac.

Top it all off with a Tour of Old Québec

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Once you’re back in town, end this perfect day on a high note with an evening in Old Québec . See street performers, indulge in a little people-watching at one of the many outdoor terraces, or even attend an event.

Day trips like these are the perfect way to enjoy two fantastic attractions in the same day!

What Types of Marine Mammals are out there?

The most common species in the St. Lawrence Estuary are minke whales, fin whales, humpback whales, blue whales, beluga whales, harbour porpoises, and grey seals.

Here’s some advice on making the most of a whale watching trip:

Bring a long sleeve warm sweater, pants, closed shoes and a windbreaker. It’s usually quite cool on the St. Lawrence (expect around 10^o Celcius cooler than what you feel on the shore).
If you want to experience thrills, choose the zodiac tour and if you want a comfortable outing, book the excursion on an observation boat.
The best time to see whales is from July to October.