Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Tour
Overview
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Head off to meet the whales in the world's best observation site on a whale watching boat or zodiac tour departing from your choice of Tadoussac or Baie-Sainte-Catherine, Charlevoix! Our bilingual naturalist guides will teach you everything there is to know about these giants of the sea and the other marine mammals you will have the chance to encounter on this incredible adventure.
- Witness up to 13 majestic whale species in the best whale-watching site worldwide
- Choose your type of adventure between our speedy Zodiacs or our specially designed boats
- Listen to insightful bilingual commentary provided by expert naturalist guides onboard
- Admire breathtaking views of the Saguenay Fjord with its mountainous landscapes
- Enjoy stunning panoramic views aboard our vessels, specially designed for optimal marine mammal observation
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Stroller accessible only on boat (not on zodiac).
For zodiac children under 6 years old are not allowed.
If you are traveling from Québec City or Charlevoix, it is recommended to choose the Baie-Ste-Catherine departure instead of Tadoussac. The experience is identical, as the boat will pick up passengers from both locations.
Zodiac excursions are not advisable, and even prohibited for certain persons such as young children (under the age of 6), pregnant women, people suffering from articulation, back, or autonomy problems.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Expert and certified naturalist guide onboard
Waterproof jacket and pants (if choosing the Zodiac option)
Bilingual commentary
All Fees and Taxes
Whale watching tour
Gratuities
Parking
Food and drinks
Binoculars
What To Expect
Embark on a thrilling journey at the world’s best whale watching site! Choose between our spacious, specially designed observation boats or an intimate Zodiac experience, all led by expert bilingual naturalist guides. Witness up to 13 whale species in their natural habitat while soaking in breathtaking views of the fjord. Majestic Whales: Our certified bilingual naturalist guides will share fascinating insights about the whale species that frequent the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park. Boat or Zodiac Option: Step aboard our state-of-the-art observation boats, designed for maximum comfort and optimal whale watching, or opt for one of our sleek Zodiacs, designed for an immersive experience and minimal environmental impact. Whale Guarantee: Our sighting rate is extremely high, but as the marine park is a natural environment, sometimes mammals can be more elusive. If no sightings are made, we'll offer you another whale watching boat tour.
Options
Cruise from Tadoussac
Duration: 3 hours
Boat: Our large boats can accommodate between 240 and 650 passengers, and feature outdoor terraces and panoramic views.
Bistro and Bar Service: There is Bistro and bar service available on this boat (own expense).
Starting point:
177 Rue des Pionniers, Tadoussac, QC G0T 2A0, Canada
Cruise from Charlevoix
Duration: 3 hours
Boat: Our large boats can accommodate between 240 and 650 passengers, and feature outdoor terraces and panoramic views.
Bistro and Bar Service: There is Bistro and bar service available on this boat (own expense).
Starting point:
159 QC-138, Baie-Sainte-Catherine, QC G0T 1A0, Canada
Zodiac 2h30 - Tadoussac
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Zodiac: Our Zodiacs are inflatable boats that can accommodate between 24 and 60 passengers. Made for adventure and exploration.
Starting point:
122 Rue de la Cale Sèche, Tadoussac, QC G0T 2A0, Canada
Zodiac 2h - Tadoussac
Duration: 2 hours
Zodiac Boat: Our Zodiacs are inflatable boats that can accommodate between 24 and 60 passengers. Made for adventure and exploration.
Starting point:
122 Rue de la Cale Sèche, Tadoussac, QC G0T 2A0, Canada
Zodiac 2h - Charlevoix
Duration: 2 hours
Zodiac Boat: Our Zodiacs are inflatable boats that can accommodate between 24 and 60 passengers. Made for adventure and exploration.
Starting point:
159 QC-138, Baie-Sainte-Catherine, QC G0T 1A0, Canada
Zodiac 2h30 - Charlevoix
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Zodiac: Our Zodiacs are inflatable boats that can accommodate between 24 and 60 passengers. Made for adventure and exploration.
Starting point:
159 QC-138, Baie-Sainte-Catherine, QC G0T 1A0, Canada
Reviews
234 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Not getting what you booked
Marcel A,
Jun 22, 2025
- Viator
1.00I booked the zodiac months before cause it was highly recommended and was excited to drive in it and as we walked to the zodiac boats they were full, somebody there couldn't count. So we - and another pair - got sit down on the side of some big motor boat and had to do the tour here, the ranger explained (very less in english even though we booked the english tour) different things about the animals but we almost couldn't hear anything on the side where we got sat down - she just talked towards the boat where all others sat - we were very disappointed. So we drove about 45min to some spot - saw a whale - and drove 45min back, but not to Tadoussac - to Baie St. Catherine - nobody told us so we were confused. So after that we drove to Tadoussac - fine, but tell the people. All in all a very disappointing tour we looked so long forward to it and it's not worth the money.
Loads of facilities on...
Adam A,
Jun 21, 2025
- Viator
3.00Loads of facilities on the boat for food and drink and even to buy some more clothes if you want, there wasn’t that much room to see out on the deck
Whales and penguins and fjords - oh my!
Simone B,
Jun 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was early in whale season but we saw a couple. Met new people, found out they had penguins in this area 🎉visited the fjord - it was ethereal and a forever memory. Great staff, very organized and friendly!
Disappointing and clearly a tourist catcher
Manon D,
May 19, 2025
- Viator
1.00It was our second attempt at whale cruising with this company... and a second big disappointment. No whales were seen the first time, and this time (May 18), only one seal was seen. For an activity that is supposed to be focused on whale watching, it’s frankly disappointing. We are offered a “whale guarantee”, but it is practically unusable when we are on holiday and do not stay long in the area. No refund possible, of course. Customer service is cold and uninformative. The staff on board are neither welcoming nor informative. We felt like we were just one of a number, embarked on a business that sells dreams without worrying about the real visitor experience. We will never do business with this company again. Avoid if you don't want to waste your time and money.
Save your Money! Buyer Beware!
Rob W,
Oct 1, 2024
- Viator
1.00Purchase at own risk as no one from this company is interested in "Customer Service' NOR "Customer satisfaction' > absolutely NOT WORTH IT! OVER-PRICED! Save your money. Once they have your credit card info - your hooked and they'll over-charge you as they see fit. IF and WHEN you actually get to talk to someone you'll get instructions to contact someone new - and that person will tell you something different (and so on, and so on...). Who pays over $300 to go Whale watching on a Big Boat???! Here's AML's final reply; As you have made your reservation on the Viator website, we cannot credit or refund the difference. Please note that we have no control over payments made through Viator. Furthermore, we have already bypassed our terms of sale...
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