Lawrence are ideal for observing great whales such as blue whales, as well as spectacular humpbacks. Between may and october, up to species of cetaceans are found in the salty waters of the st. Gaspe is located about 650 km 400 mi northeast of quebec city, and 350 km 220 mi east of rimouski. Gaspe peninsula, canada tourist attractions, sightseeing and.
Hello all, we have decided to drive to the gaspe area this summer, 2nd week of august. On june 25, off the gaspe coast, a whalewatching cruise operator witnesses a series of large spouts. At first glance one may wonder why the title of the booklet on whaling includes the words a family perspective in the title. Visit gaspe peninsula on your trip to gaspesie region or. Especially cabot trail in the north of the cape breton peninsula is deemed one of the most beautiful coastal roads in the world. Visit the historic cities of montreal and quebec before discovering the quaint fishing villages and lighthouses of the gaspe peninsula. After spending about half an hour in the quiet cove, the captain brought us back to shorebut not before trying to make us tip over again. Hop aboard the narvall iii 47 passengers at the scenic grandegrave south area site, and enjoy a whalewatching cruise that will make your visit to forillon national park of canada an unforgettable one. Gaspe peninsula, quebec, canada travel and vacation guide. Whale watching excursions perce destination vacances.
Afternoon cruises are also scheduled for july and august. I had also been completely overwhelmed by the beauty of lands end on the eastern part the gaspe peninsula. Aug 30, 2017 new measures coming to protect right whales in gulf of st. Lawrence, the mythical gaspe peninsula is an ideal destination for hikes, deep sea excursions, wildlife or whale observation, kayaking, canoeing, days. Book your tickets online for the top things to do in gaspe, canada on tripadvisor. The 10 best things to do in gaspe 2020 with photos. Whale watching in gaspe peninsula gaspe forum tripadvisor.
Jul 25, 2014 if you do one thing this summer, get out to the gaspe. Whether you opt for a whale watching cruise in the comfort of a sightseeing boat or an excursion in a zodiac or sea kayak, you are guaranteed an exciting experience. Quebec the best tips for whale watching in quebec whaletrips. New measures coming to protect right whales in gulf of st. For whale watchers, quebec is the centre of canada with the most whales and tour operators. Domestic airports are located at montjoli, gaspe and bonaventure with connections to montreal, quebec city and toronto provided by intercanadien and air alliance. Here, embark on a whale watching cruise in the heart of the saguenayst. Three hours was a long time on the water but the time goes by so fast when youre seeing so much action. Forillon national park gaspe 2020 all you need to know. If you do one thing this summer, get out to the gaspe the. Its no surprise therefore that gaspesie, a land of coasts and mountains, remains a very unspoiled and beautiful part of eastern quebec, and an area that attracts visitors looking for grandiose scenery, a stunning coastline, great hiking areas and a fabulous natural environment. The best price in tadoussac along with our whale warranty. Aboard zodiac or boat, set out to meet species of whales in the best observation site in the world and discover the majestic saguenay fjord. Whale watching package auberge internationale forillon.
Whale watching in quebecs forillon national park maptia. Once in perce, you will have the opportunity to buy your tickets very easily. Complete information on tourist attractions and parks for gaspe peninsula, canada, including popular family and vacation destinations and state and local parks and recreation areas. On june 25, off the gaspe coast, a whalewatching cruise operator witnesses a. As of the 2011 canadian census, the city had a total population of 15,163. Lawrence are full of sea mammals and whales in particular.
Whale watching, gaspe, quebec atlantic ocean youtube. In addition to attracting blue whales, humpback whales, fin whales and small rorquals, you will often see dolphins, porpoises and seals. Stop for some beach time in carleton, get a bit of history at the british heritage village in new richmond, or hunt local art work for something to remind you of your gaspe peninsula trip. The boat ride around the bonaventure island is well known, but perce is also one of the best whale watching destinations in quebec. Along the way we could watch the black bear if we are lucky. A number of observations of right whales have been reported throughout the summer at various locations in the gulf of st.
The museum explores the history of the region from neolithic times, to the introduction of europeans to the indigenous people living there, to the emergence of the distinctive gaspesie culture of which the people are proud. Lawrence marine park, perce, gaspe bay, and the gulf of st. Canada whale watching in gaspe i want to travel by car from montreal to the gaspe. Tourisme gaspesie birthplace of canada historic site. When visiting quebec city, meet the worlds most fascinating and majestic creatures on a guided, fullday whalewatching cruise. You can observe them in their natural habitat around northern quebec, or take the wellknown whale route from tadous. The next day, continue northeast to forestville its origins are not hard to fathom to. The maritime regions of quebec are home to some of the best whalewatching sites in the world. Gaspe peninsula is 348 miles northeast of montreal and 211 miles from quebec city. Auberge internationale forillon is located at the end of the gaspe peninsula, in capauxos. Its geography puts the gaspe peninsula in close proximity to the atlantic provinces and has many maritime features, including rugged shorelines, fine fishing, and a laidback, friendly population.
It enjoys a unique geographical setting, facing the bay of gaspe and. Via rails montreal to gaspe route travels through levis quebec city, rimouski, montjoli, matapedia, bonaventure and perce. Gaspe peninsula, canada tourist attractions, sightseeing. The bassaintlaurent gaspesie tour is a legendary scenic drive that loops around the huge gaspe peninsula.
Lawrence, the mythical gaspe peninsula is an ideal destination for hikes, deep sea excursions, wildlife or whale observation, kayaking, canoeing, days at the beach, canyoning, diving and so much more. The gaspe penisula, canada adventures great and small. I have heard about gaspe, the town, since last year when i travelled and camped at gaspesie national park. As canadian officials scramble to determine whether an endangered whale caught in fishing rope off quebecs gaspe peninsula may have freed. If you are looking for more information and inspiration to help you plan your vacation in gaspesie, our blog is the tool for you. How long would it take, stopping at interesting places no hiking. Fisheries minister vows new rules to protect right whales. Whaletrips quebec the best tips for whale watching in. The town of matane lies at the gateway to the gaspesie region of quebec the gaspe one of the most scenic areas in canada. Lawrence, quebec, new brunswick, nova scotia and newfoundland offer more than 40. This is also where you can find one of the most photographed lighthouses. Aug 01, 2010 awesome whale watching cruise in atlantic ocean. Mountains, valleys, sea, whale, seal birds, everything in abundance.
Top 5 opportunities to see whales in quebec, canada. Top 10 most incredible whale watching trips in quebec you. With its breathtaking cliffs, forillon national park is a jewel of the gaspe peninsula. Our main interest is whale watching, i understand that this is quite unpredictable, therefore wed be staying for 4 nights 3 days and hoping to be lucky enough to see a whale or two among those days. Get adventurous this spring or summer with a trip to quebec to see one of thirteen species of whales that careen along quebecs maritime coast via organized tour, orfor a more adventurous experienceclimb into a kayak to get an eyetoeye view. Whale watching in gaspe peninsula gaspe message board. Cruises begin at grandegrave in the forillon national park where the dramatic, eastern tip of the appalachian mountain range can be seen. I set about this task, and the result is the whalers of gaspe bay a family perspective which, i hope, will give the reader a brief overview of the history of whaling in the gaspe area. Whalewatching cruise in forillon national park boat. But by taking a whalewatching tour, i was able to get a perspective on the landscape that you wont find in many tourist photos. Hop aboard the narvall iii 47 passengers at the scenic grandegrave south area site, and enjoy a whale watching cruise that will make your visit to forillon national park of canada an unforgettable one. Three weeks on the whale route in quebec, meeting blue whales and belugas. The maritime regions of quebec are home to some of the best whale watching sites in the world.
You can spot the blows of fin whales, humpbacks and occasionally blue whales from forillon national park capgaspe, capbonami. The city of gaspe is located on the eastern tip of the gaspe peninsula. Whale watching and whale observation quebec maritime. Gaspe is a city at the tip of the gaspe peninsula in the gaspesieilesdelamadeleine region of eastern quebec in canada. The main road, route 2, which forms a loop of about 900 kilometres 560 miles, is an iconic road trip the gaspesie tour, recognized by both the michelin green guide and national geographic traveler. During three trips out to sea, he observed two blue whales. Unfollow gaspe, quebec to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. From june to early october the waters of cotenord, saguenayst. Renowned for its warm hospitality, gaspesie has a population of about 140,000 people spread out along the coast and in the matapedia valley. Gaspe quebec, canada i was there when i was in high school, would love to go back and see it again. Lawrence call the establishment of your choice for reservation. Embark aboard a boat for an unforgettable excursion, experience the exhilarating anticipation as you spot the huge back or a tail come out of the water and hear their explosive blow. The sea excursions figure among the most appreciated activities while visiting perce.
It offers an incomparable quality of life and has an interesting economic dynamism. Visit gaspe peninsula on your trip to gaspesie region or canada. But the other provinces along the east coast nova scotia, new brunswick, new brunswick and labrador offer a lot of opportunities for whale watching, too. The gaspe peninsula properly, the gaspesie or gaspe peninsula, pronounced gaspayzee or gaspay, respectively is a region of eastern quebec. Lawrence marine park, known for having the greatest variety of whale species on earth. Travel along the saint lawrence river to the town of baiesaintecatherine, then choose from two distinctly different boating experiencesa small, speedy zodiac or a large, 3level observation vessel. At first glance one may wonder why the title of the booklet on whaling includes the. When it comes to cruising, mention canada and the first image that comes to mind is vivid fall colors. The gespeg micmac interpretation site invites you to experience the lives of the first gaspesians in the 17th century. Gaspe, quebec overview the gaspe peninsula is filled with wide open spaces, beautiful landscapes and seascapes, thick forests, crystalline rivers, and a diverse wildlife population. Although canada offers outstanding scenery at any time of the year, many cruise lines sail there only during the late summer and early fall seasons, attracting passengers who dream of seeing spectacular landscapes highlighted by a medley of pigments. You will find lots of posts about attractions, activities, restaurants and accommodations including our famous top 5 posts, as well as tips and advice, itineraries and more.
Forillon national park of canada, in the gaspesie gaspe peninsula. Consider as the best place in quebec to observe the great whales. Whalewatching cruise in forillon national park boat tours. The boat ride around the bonaventure island is well known, but perce is also one of the best whalewatching destinations in quebec.
Seven different species of whales can be seen in the waters of gaspe bay and the gulf of st. The gaspe peninsula represents a unique region of canada, jutting out from the saint lawrence river to the atlantic ocean. Forillon national park is a great destination for those in search of the peninsulas many wonders. Large rorquals from the north shore to the gaspe peninsula. Whether you opt for a whalewatching cruise in the comfort of a sightseeing boat or an excursion in a zodiac or sea kayak, you are guaranteed an exciting experience. For excellent blue and beluga whale watching, follow the quebec. But last year and the time were not sufficient to actually get to know the town and forillon national park. Fullday whale watching cruise from quebec city 2020. Join our cruise learn about us ready for an unforgettable experience with natures gentle giants. On board, a naturalist guide will introduce you to the marine mammals of the area including the endangered species.