Also: trekking, inspired artisans and more JUNE 15, 2024
 
 
 
Parc national du Bic
 
 
Photo: Jean-Christophe Lemay
 
Fall in the Maritime Regions of Québec
 
 

A season of milder temperatures and colourful landscapes, fall is an ideal time of year to visit Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie, Côte-Nord and the Îles de la Madeleine. Each of these regions offers a variety of things to do and see, including adventures in nature, opportunities for wildlife observation and fall flavours to discover. Click on the images below to find out more about each region! 👇

 
 
 
 
  Bas-Saint-Laurent
 
  Gaspésie
 
 
 
  Côte-Nord
 
  Îles de la Madeleine
 
 
 
Whales of Québec
 
 
Sentier international des Appalaches
 
 
Photo: Marie-France L'Écuyer/Tourisme Gaspésie
 
 
 
Our Suggestions for…
 

Looking for adventure? How about setting off to explore our trails for a few days? 🥾 There is something for everyone in our regions, whether you want to trek in the mountains, forest or tundra or along rivers or the sea. Find out more!

 
 
Fumoir d'Antan
 
 
Photo: Kam Vachon/Tourisme Îles de la Madeleine
 
 
 
Regional Flavours:
 

The maritime regions of Québec are home to many inspiring chefs and food artisans! We met with four of them who share a passion for introducing visitors to the unique flavours of their regions. Read our interviews with them here!

 
 
 
 
  Hôtel Universel Rivière-du-Loup
 
  Hôtel Rimouski
 
 
 
Whale
 
 
Photo: Jocelyn Praud
 
 
 
Whale Watching:
 

Go on a road trip in Eastern Québec to enjoy the world’s best whale experience! Up to 13 species of cetaceans frequent the waters of the St. Lawrence, particularly in the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park, which is the best place to observe these giants of the sea. Whether you are visiting Québec City, Charlevoix, Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie or Côte-Nord, it is worth your while to go whale watching, either from the shore or on a sightseeing boat or Zodiac. Whichever option you choose, you will enjoy an adventure that is more incredible than you could possibly imagine! Find out more.

 
 
Observation des baleines
 
 
Photo: Croisières AML
 
 
 
What to Do:
 

Would you like to see whales during your next vacation in Côte-Nord? 🐳 Based in Tadoussac, Croisières AML offers you that opportunity! Climb aboard one of their Zodiacs or sightseeing boats specifically designed for observation and enjoy a unique whale-watching experience in the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park. Accompanied by naturalist-guides, you can admire several species of marine mammals, including fin whales, humpbacks and even blue whales—the largest animals on Earth! Various types of excursions and packages are available. Find out more.

 
 
 
 
 
 
Accommodation Offers
 
 
  [ÈST] Éco-cabines
 
Photo: Stéphanie Bureau
 
 
[ÈST] Éco-cabines
 
Gaspésie
 

 

Starting from CAN$159

per cabin

 

Valid year-round

 

This offer includes:

  • 1 night in a cabin
  • Exclusive use of a thermal spa ($)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Find out more

 
  Hôtel Universel Rivière-du-Loup
 
Photo: Hôtel Universel Rivière-du-Loup
 
 
Hôtel Universel
 
Bas-Saint-Laurent
 

 

Starting from CAN$169

per person (double occ.)

 

May 1 to September 30, 2024

 

This offer includes:

  • 1 night in a regular Classic room
  • 1 dinner
  • 1 breakfast
  • Access to the indoor pool
  • Access to a motorcycle wash station
  • Shammy with hotel logo

 

Find out more

 
  Hôtel Rimouski
 
Photo: JC Lemay/Hôtel Rimouski
 
 
Hôtel Rimouski
 
Bas-Saint-Laurent
 

 

Starting from CAN$190

per room

 

Valid year-round

 

This offer includes:

  • 1 night
  • Access to the indoor pool
  • Access to the gym
  • Access to secure parking with video surveillance in front of the hotel
  • La Brigade 225 restaurant on site ($)

 

Find out more

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
En Route to Québec by the Sea!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Coming Soon…
 

In our next newsletter, find out all about the must-see lighthouses in our regions!

 
 
 
 
Le Québec maritime, 84, rue Saint-Germain Est, bureau 205, Rimouski, Québec G5L 1A6, Canada