Highlights
Paddle the Fjord of Saguenay and discover Quebec’s natural hidden gems
Look out for marine mammals, such as minke whales, seals, beluga whales, seabirds and other birds of prey.
Eat gourmet meals by the campfire, replenishing your body with the necessary energy needed to paddle onward!
Admire the gorgeous scenery flanking the ancient glacial valley, lined with impressive, camera-ready cliffs.
Discover beautiful natural gems throughout the Fjord of Saguenay, Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park and Fjord-du-Saguenay National Park.
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- Itinerary
- Dates & Prices
- Accommodation
- Included
- English speaking guide
- Excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees where applicable
- Flights to and from L’Anse-Saint-Jean, Quebec, Canada
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Quebec’s provincial sales tax (15%)
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- FAQ
- How hard is the Fjord of Saguenay Sea Kayaking Highlights Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Canada?
- Are meals included on the Fjord of Saguenay Sea Kayaking Highlights Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to L'Anse-Saint-Jean to start this tour?
- Is the Fjord of Saguenay Sea Kayaking Highlights Tour in English?
- Where does the Fjord of Saguenay Sea Kayaking Highlights Tour end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Canada?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Canada?
- Reviews
- Tour Operator
Fjord of Saguenay Sea Kayaking Highlights Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Head to Éternité bay
Meet your guides at the operator’s headquarters, where you will hop in a shuttle to Éternité bay. Admire the majestic Caps Liberté, Égalité and Fraternité, offering one of the most beautiful views of the fjord. Then, load up your gear, review safety tips, and learn about the equipment. After, you’ll paddle around 16-18km east. Enjoy a lovely night under the stars!
Overnight Location: Camp at L’Anse du Portage
Distance: 16-18km
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Day 2-3 Paddle east
Over the next two days, you will continue paddling east. Explore another part of Saguenay with the unexplained presence of islands and see a little cave that served as a shelter for the Amerindians. Finally, you will pass through the Sainte-Marguerite bay, a sacred place where beluga whales gather. Expect to paddle around 16-20km each day. Spend the evenings along the Fjord on National Park campsites—locations TBD, depending on distance travelled.
Overnight Location: Camp at national park campsites
Distance: 16-20km
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Travel to Tadoussac
Paddle towards the Tadoussac area, where the fjord meets the river. It is stunning here. Look out for possible minke whale sightings as you paddle! You will enjoy free hours discovering Tadoussac before returning to L’Anse-Saint-Jean by boat.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: 12km
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
2026 Pricing for Fjord of Saguenay Sea Kayaking Highlights Tour The departures are available starting daily from June 1 to September 30, 2026.
The starting price for four people sharing two tents is CAD1885 per person, included all taxes.
Accommodation on Fjord of Saguenay Sea Kayaking Highlights Tour
This tour is based in tents. Spend the evening falling asleep to nature’s white noise while resting a tent atop a wooden platform.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Fjord of Saguenay Sea Kayaking Highlights Tour?
Meals
3 breakfast, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodation for 3 nights is included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
You will take your equipment with you in your kayak. Transfers to the trailhead are not included, but in some cases can be organized.
Also Included
Not included
Optional Extras
We rate this tour as a 4 / 5. This tour caters to kayaking with advanced paddlers.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
3 breakfast, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover (activity). Get your travel insurance.
You can fly into Saguenay-Bagotville Airport (YBG), which is over an hour from L'Anse-Saint-Jean. It may be best to look into renting a car.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
The tour ends at the operator’s office in L'Anse-Saint-Jean.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
