Whales have graced Charlevoix’s waters from time immemorial. Watching them in all their glory is a bucket-list item for many tourists.

Adventurers can hop on an inflatable watercraft or a larger boat and sail towards the horizon on an excursion offered by companies like Croisières AML. A nature guide will be there to reveal the secrets of all the species that populate the river, while also teaching visitors about the local ecology and the importance of protecting it. It’s an opportunity to bond with fascinating creatures that symbolize beauty and freedom.

Watching marine life in its natural habitat is both a privilege and a responsibility, which is why the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park oversees the preservation of biodiversity by developing responsible practices and regulations for companies that offer boat rides and cruises. The Eco-Whale Alliance was created in 2011 as a vow to love and protect the region’s precious marine wildlife.

The Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park is a world-renowned protected marine area spanning 1,245 km2. It’s home to 2,000 species of plants and animals, including 13 species of whale.

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