Québec maritime

Whales, birds, moose, black bears and more!

WILDLIFE OBSERVATION

Photo: Marc Loiselle

Whale Watching in Our Regions

This summer, marvel at the majestic whales in the maritime regions of Québec, which boast some of the best sites in the world to see marine mammals. Set off to encounter the 13 species of whales that live in the waters of the St. Lawrence, including minke whales, humpbacks, belugas and blue whales, the largest animals on the planet. Whether you are on a sightseeing boat, in a Zodiac or sea kayak or on land, sighting a whale is a thrilling experience. Find out more here.

What to See and Do

Rivière-du-Loup

Located along the St. Lawrence, Rivière-du-Loup is a great departure point for whale-watching excursions. Visit this town to also discover beautiful islands, a downtown park and a rich cultural heritage. Here are a few suggestions of things to see and do in Rivière-du-Loup.

Photo: Nicolas Gagnon

Photo: Hugues Deglaire - OOR

Watch…

Spring and Fall Bird Migrations

While Bas-Saint-Laurent is the place to be to watch raptors, passerines and seabirds migrate in the spring, you need to go to Côte-Nord to see the fall migrations. Here are some of the best bird-watching sites to visit during migratory periods.

Photo: Fokus Productions Sepaq

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Wildlife in Our Forests

Our forests are home to diverse wildlife species, which you can observe during hikes or guided activities. Read about some of the best places to see moose, caribou, white-tailed deer and black bears in our regions.

Share Your Photos on…

Instagram

Have you taken any great photos of animals in the maritime regions of Québec? Share them on Instagram and tag them with the hashtags #quebecbythesea and #quebecmaritime. Your photo might be selected as one of our top 3 and featured on our blog!

Photo: Mathieu Dupuis