Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Tour
Overview
Head off to meet the whales in the world's best observation site on a whale watching boat or zodiac tour departing from your choice of Tadoussac or Baie-Sainte-Catherine, Charlevoix! Our bilingual naturalist guides will teach you everything there is to know about these giants of the sea and the other marine mammals you will have the chance to encounter on this incredible adventure.
- Witness up to 13 majestic whale species in the best whale-watching site worldwide
- Choose your type of adventure between our speedy Zodiacs or our specially designed boats
- Listen to insightful bilingual commentary provided by expert naturalist guides onboard
- Admire breathtaking views of the Saguenay Fjord with its mountainous landscapes
- Enjoy stunning panoramic views aboard our vessels, specially designed for optimal marine mammal observation
What's Included
- Waterproof jacket and pants (if choosing the Zodiac option)
- Bilingual commentary
- All Fees and Taxes
- Whale watching tour
- Expert and certified naturalist guide onboard
- Gratuities
- Parking
- Food and drinks
- Binoculars
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Saguenay-St-Lawrence Marine Park
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Zodiac excursions are not advisable, and even prohibited for certain persons such as young children (under the age of 6), pregnant women, people suffering from articulation, back, or autonomy problems.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Stroller accessible only on boat (not on zodiac).
- For zodiac children under 6 years old are not allowed.
- If you are traveling from Québec City or Charlevoix, it is recommended to choose the Baie-Ste-Catherine departure instead of Tadoussac. The experience is identical, as the boat will pick up passengers from both locations.
- We recommend that you dress warmly even in summer, as the temperature on the water can get cooler than on land.
- Our fleet contains 24 and 60-passenger Zodiacs. The choice of boat will be based on logistical reasons, therefore the size of the boat cannot be guaranteed.
- Cruises operate rain or shine unless weather conditions pose a safety risk to passengers. Rest assured, the boat features an enclosed area for your comfort.
- To ensure your safety and in accordance with Transport Canada standards, departure times may be adjusted if weather conditions or mechanical issues arise.
- For personal expenses, only credit card payments are accepted on board (no cash)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 400 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Tour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-3571P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- Waterproof jacket and pants (if choosing the Zodiac option).
- Bilingual commentary.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Whale watching tour.
- Expert and certified naturalist guide onboard.
- Gratuities.
- Parking.
- Food and drinks.
- Binoculars.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Tour is as follows:
- Zodiac excursions are not advisable, and even prohibited for certain persons such as young children (under the age of 6), pregnant women, people suffering from articulation, back, or autonomy problems.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Waterproof jacket and pants (if choosing the Zodiac option)
- Bilingual commentary
- All Fees and Taxes
- Whale watching tour
- Expert and certified naturalist guide onboard
- Gratuities
- Parking
- Food and drinks
- Binoculars
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Zodiac excursions are not advisable, and even prohibited for certain persons such as young children (under the age of 6), pregnant women, people suffering from articulation, back, or autonomy problems.
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Stroller accessible only on boat (not on zodiac).
- For zodiac children under 6 years old are not allowed.
- If you are traveling from Québec City or Charlevoix, it is recommended to choose the Baie-Ste-Catherine departure instead of Tadoussac. The experience is identical, as the boat will pick up passengers from both locations.
- We recommend that you dress warmly even in summer, as the temperature on the water can get cooler than on land.
- Our fleet contains 24 and 60-passenger Zodiacs. The choice of boat will be based on logistical reasons, therefore the size of the boat cannot be guaranteed.
- Cruises operate rain or shine unless weather conditions pose a safety risk to passengers. Rest assured, the boat features an enclosed area for your comfort.
- To ensure your safety and in accordance with Transport Canada standards, departure times may be adjusted if weather conditions or mechanical issues arise.
- For personal expenses, only credit card payments are accepted on board (no cash)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 400 travelers
- Operated by a business
