1000 Little Penguins Cruise

Overview

Available languages

English

French

4 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Go to meet more than 1000 little penguins, it is possible with this unique cruise less than 35 minutes from Quebec. You will fall under the spell of the Alca Torda, who make a short stay in the region in spring. Whether to discover this fascinating species of bird or to have a good time with family, everyone will find their account on this original and surprising spring excursion!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please present yourself 30 minutes before the departure in front of the Croisieres AML ticket office on the dock; to pick up your physical ticket (required for boarding).

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Guided tour

Lunch

What To Expect

St. Lawrence River

Come watch the Alca Torda. Small penguins from the far east of the St. Lawrence who come in their thousands on the islets of the archipelago to brood there.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

L'Isle-aux-Grues

Take a cruise and observe the 1,000 small penguins from the far east of the St. Lawrence who come in their thousands on the islets of the Isle-aux-Grues archipelago to incubate them.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

1000 Little Penguins Cruise

Reviews

5.00

3 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Very nice discovery!
marysep665,
Jun 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
5 hours to discover these little known islands, beautiful landscapes and an exceptional guide to describe and tell us all 🤩. I would have spent even more time watching the little penguins! However, we really need good binoculars to see them!
Little Penguin Island at the Top
367christelles,
Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Departed with the Delachance cruise, superb guide, explanations of ottoman, with some humor regarding the view, the islands and the island of penguins awesome, top of the top. The island is nice we had a welcome by the little penguins and superb cormorants, of phew. Take your cameras and videos, enjoy.