4 Unmissable Tadoussac Whale Watching Tours

1.Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Zodiac Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,716 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $98Our pick

Set out from Tadoussac or Baie-Ste-Catherine in a 24 or 60-passenger Zodiac for a 2 to 2.5-hour whale watch. Bilingual naturalists point out minke, humpback, fin, and beluga whales when conditions cooperate. Waterproof gear is provided, and the route may include the Saguenay Fjord, Prince Shoal Light, and steep cliffs near the river mouth.

“knowledge of guide and beauty of location. seeing so many whales and so many different types of whale. fantastic afternoon.”

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2.Tadoussac/Charlevoix: 3-Hour Whale Watching Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,179 reviews · 3 hours · from $122

Spend three hours on the St. Lawrence with AML Cruises, looking for up to 13 whale species and seals in the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. French and English naturalist guides explain the animals and fjord. Choose open decks, a glazed indoor room, Upper Deck Access, or a VIP option with food and drinks during booking.

“An excellent well organized activity. There were plenty of whales to see and the guide was quick to point out the marine life. The boat was clean and the staff were friendly and courteous. We throughly enjoyed the trip and would recommend it. Note, we dressed warmly and were fine. Hat and gloves is a must if you like to be outside on deck. Overall wonderful experience.”

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3.Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 437 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $101

Spend about two hours searching for up to 13 whale species in the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. Choose a large observation boat with washrooms and sheltered space, or a faster Zodiac with waterproof gear. Bilingual naturalists explain whale behavior in English and French, and a free repeat boat tour is offered if no whales are seen.

“Great operation. Efficient. Safe. Respectful of the whales. Great education. Well worth the visit and Tadoussac itself is lovely”

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4.Tadoussac/Charlevoix: VIP Lounge OR UpperDeck Whale Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 313 reviews · 3 hours · from $160

Spend three hours aboard an AML Cruises vessel in the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park, watching for up to 13 whale species. Choose the climate-controlled Saint-Laurent VIP Lounge, with food and drinks, or the open-air Upper Deck, with 360-degree views. Bilingual naturalist guides explain the marine life and scenery.

“Alexandra was the best. I would recommend the VIP lounge. The food and drinks were were excellent. View from lounge was very good. And we saw a Minke whale.”

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