Also: sea activities, local flavours and more! Îles de la Madeleine
 
 
 
Îles de la Madeleine
 
 
Photo: Mathieu Dupuis/Tourisme Îles de la Madeleine
 
 
 

Located in the middle of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, the Îles de la Madeleine archipelago is a dream vacation destination. Are you planning a trip to the region and looking for the perfect time of year to visit? Here is why you should go in May or June before the high season begins!

 
 
 
 
La petite bette
 
 
A Foodie Tour…
 

Manon and Lionel, from the blog La Petite Bette, set off on a foodie tour of the Îles de la Madeleine last spring. On the menu: fresh seafood and other local specialties, memorable moments with the locals, exceptional accommodations and more! 🤩 Read about their adventures and discover their recommendations here.

 
Photo: La petite bette
 
 
 
 
Sea kayaking
 
 
Photo: Mathieu Dupuis/Tourisme Îles de la Madeleine
 
 
 
 

The archipelago is a great destination for sea activities of all kinds, including kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, cave excursions and kitesurfing. Discover five ways you can play in the water in the ÎIes de la Madeleine!

 
 
Seal in the Îles de la Madeleine
 
 
Photo: Tourisme Îles de la Madeleine
 
 
 
 

The natural areas found in the Îles de la Madeleine are home to exceptional wildlife. 🦭🐦🦊 Here are some spots not to miss if you want to admire seals, all kinds of birds and several species of land mammals!

 
 
 
 
  PAL Airlines
 
 
 
Getting to the Îles de la Madeleine
 
 
 
 
Featured Offer
 
 
 
Auberge La Salicorne
 
Photo: Richard Barcelo
 
 
 
 
Auberge La Salicorne
 
May 8 to October 4, 2026
 

Starting from CAN$188

per person per night (double occ., 2 nights minimum)

 

This offer includes:

  • 1 night in a room with private bathroom
  • 1 breakfast
  • 1 table d'hôte dinner
  • Activities and excursions
  • Transportation during activities
  • Equipment rentals (kayak, canoe, paddleboard, rabaska, pedal boat)
  • Reduced rates on some activities

 

Find out more

 
 
 
 
Hôtel in the Islands
 
 
Where to Stay:
 

Are you planning a trip to the Îles de la Madeleine and looking for places to stay? The archipelago offers lots of different types of accommodations, including hotels, vacation rentals, glamping units, resorts and more. 🛏️ Check out our recommendations here!

 
Photo: Mathieu Dupuis/Tourisme Îles de la Madeleine
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
En Route to the Îles de la Madeleine!
 

Want to know more? Consult our Îles de la Madeleine page to help you plan your trip!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Coming Soon…
 

In our next newsletter, discover our must-see stops for a great seaside vacation in our regions!

 
 
 
 
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