Back Country of the Fjord and the National Park
Overview
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4 hours 15 minutes
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A unique and educational tour while discovering our wonderful world along the famous Saguenay St. Lawrence Marine Park. At the guided tour, Nationnal Park, charming villages, imposing landscapes, warm people and so much more.
This tour includes transportation in a 24 passenger minibus with guide and the entry free to the Park Saguenay (Anse-de-Tabatière, the 7th most beautiful view in Canada). Boarding for this tour is in the port area of La Baie (Saguenay) 2 minutes walk from your ship at the dock. Note that a guide will accompany you throughout the trip, to provide animation and interpretation of various themes: the history of settlement along the banks of the Saguenay, the concepts of National Park Saguenay and the Saguenay-St Lawrence, the geological history of the Saguenay Fjord.
Our booth of brown color and blue roof clearly identified (Saguenay Guided Tours). It is directly on the port area within max 5 minutes walk of your cruise ship.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour is for everyone. Walking is random and without nothings miss the visit.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
The entrance to Saguenay National Park
All Fees and Taxes
At the time of the stop at the dock of Anse-Saint-Jean, restaurants with lunch and drink are not included
What To Expect
Parc National Du Fjord-du-Saguenay
National Park (Anse-de-Tabatière) Planned Activities :Theme: Fjord formation and geology. Visit of L'Anse-de-Tabatière (National Park the 7th most beautiful view in Canada).
La Pyramide des Ha! Ha!
Theme: La Baie (heritage sector) - Business town. Interpreted tour of *workman's road* and the high-end executive neighbourhood remaining from the defunct Consolidated Bathurst (once a paper factory). Discover different architectures and learn how Saguenay was first developed / Theme: History and Heritage. Visit Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean’s historic cradle and memorial sites: Monument des 21, Ha! Ha! Pyramid. At this point our guide will inform you about colonization and other relevant facts.
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Back Country of the Fjord and the National Park
Reviews
235 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great way to visit Saguenay
Robin W,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The bus was comfortable. We had ample time to get out and walk around. The scenery was beautiful and the commentary was interesting. Would have liked a better choices for lunch.
The drive was lovely. ...
Sally S,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The drive was lovely. The trees were just past their prime for fall colors but still plenty left to enjoy.
Back Country Excursion
M359PUbeckys,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was an excellent tour. There is so much to see outside of the town. The guide was very knowledgeable about the area. I would recommend this tour if you are in the area.
Highly recommend!!!
melstevo,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fantastic tour. Our guide Marie and driver Richard were both top shelf!! Very interesting and picturesque views of towns and the scenic Fjord. Lots of time to walk, have coffee/snacks. Comfortable transport and easily accessible at the cruise port. Highly recommend to everyone!!
We had a lot of fun and...
Joe O,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a lot of fun and saw some amazing scenery. Our guide was very knowledgeable and had a lot of stories to share. The bus was comfortable and sound system was very easy to understand. There were quite a few elderly people on the tour and everyone was accommodated. Great Job!!!
Beautiful scenery with Autumn colors peaking.
453jerrya,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Guide was knowledgeable, entertaining & personable. Great indepth behind the scenes cultural tour. This is a rare tour to take top marks.
Fjord and National Park tour - well worth it.
Tbicek,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great view of Fjord and visit to National Park with stops along the way for local information and photos. Picturesque views while in the park with a half hour stop to hike with views of fjord. Our guide was very nice and pleasant to share info about the local area and community. The ride from the cruise port to the park was less than an hour and we saw some amazing fall foliage. Recommend this tour for Saguenay cruise stop as there really is not much to do there in town.
Excellent tour
travelrodent,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the fjord and backcountry tour as a cruise ship excursion. It was excellent. Very informative both historically and culturally. Just the right amount of time spent at the National Park to take in the beautiful vistas without too much walking on uneven ground. Marie was a delight! I highly recommend this tour
Great!
Barb,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Guide was excellent. They gave us options to walk or stay on the bus due to the uneven terrain. Highly recommend.
Best way to enjoy the Saguenay area from a cruise ship
elizabeth j,
Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Viator continues to impress with shore excursion equivalents to the cruise ship offerings for much less money. To really enjoy the area, it is best to get out of the port and see the countryside. We had informative narrative provided by the lovely Natalia, a competent driver, easy port pickup, a clean and comfy bus and beautiful scenery for a great value. What more can you ask for?
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