4 days sea kayak expedition from Rivière-Éternité to the St-Lawrence estuary.

Live an unforgettable sea kayak experience thanks to Fjord en Kayak!

 

Fjord en kayak diver pt 15The nicest nautical trip in Québec is the 4 days sea kayak expedition in the Saguenay-St.Lawrence Marine Park and the Saguenay Fjord Provincial Park.
A 4 days sea kayaking gourmet experience

In this 4 days expedition : The guides' considerable expertise, the navigation of the most beautiful parts of the fjord and the guarantee to see marine mammals make of this expedition an unforgettable journey.

Certified Best Ecotourism Practice by Aventure Écotourisme Québec
  • During this 4 days sea kayak tour, our company will take you on the discovery of a natural setting, while preserving its integrity. logo certifie aeq fiche forfait
  • Includes an interpretation of the natural settings while promoting a respectful attitude towards the environment.
  • It relies on sustainable development concepts and has socio-economical benefits for local and regional communities.

 

A glacier valley formed thousands of years ago, the Saguenay Fjord, with abrupt cliffs landscape and two ecosystems rich in biodiversity, is best known as one of the world’s most impressive.

During this 4 days expedition, you’ll fall in love with the world of the Fjord before you even notice- a world of wonder and historical legends. A haven of peace surrounded by nature in its wildest forms where you can watch the gray seals play and wait for the white Beluga and other whales to appear and taste our gourmet meals !

 

fjord en kayak divers 18Our concern: to garanty a sea kayak experience beyond your expectations with a high end, personalised and safe customer service.

 

2020 DEPARTURE

Choose your own departure date by reserving early! 4 persons minimum to garanty a new departure!

Before booking, please contact us so we can confirm the availability of your departure.

  • Possible departures : (other dates might be available, please contact us)
  • - June: 21, 27
  • - July: 5, 10, 20, 26
  • - August:  4, 9, 19, 24
  • - September: 4, 9
ITINERARY

Consult the Saguenay map.

Day 1: Meeting at L’Anse-Saint-Jean( 8:00am), we make our way by bus to Baie Éternité to take in one of the most magnificient views of the Fjord, overlooking the majestic Capes Liberté, Égalité and Fraternité. A safety training and briefing session will follow. We head out on the water around 10 :30 A.M. We stay overnight at l’Anse du Portage.

Day 2 : We explore another renowned scenery of the Saguenay, the mysterious Saint-Louis and Saint-Barthelemy islands. Passage in front of Petite Ile where there's a cave that was once home to the Natives. Our place for the night is the Baie Sainte-Marguerite cottage, a meditative spot with beautiful beaches and a delta that offers a unique view of the fjord.

Day 3 : Baie Sainte-Marguerite is the favorite gathering place of the belugas. We will respect their privacy by staying away from them. Before going to bed, we’ll take some time to gaze at the sunset from Pointe à Passe-Pierre.

Day 4 : What greater magic than the place where the Fjord meets the St-Lawrence estuary ? This is an unforgettable moment, with the two waters intermingling and the lapping waves rocking our kayaks. We are hoping to meet some minke whales. We relax and have fun in Tadoussac and Baie-Sainte-Catherine, returning to L’Anse-Saint-Jean by boat.

RATE

$1 215.00 (Taxes of 15% and tip not included)

INCLUDED
  • training upon departure
  • various information on the fjord
  • top-quality equipment (fiberglass kayak & paddles)
  • the guide has a level 2 or 3 certification with FQCK (Canot Kayak Quebec Federation), is first aid certified, has completed a degree in adventure tourism, has at least three summers experience on the fjord plus 90 hours of in-house training. He (she) carries a marine radio and is in contact with the Coast Guard and Fjord en Kayak base.
  • ten meals (dinners : deer and duck). Please mention if any allergies. 
  • paddle jacket and neoprene suit, water shoes, hat, poogies (to keep your hands warm)
  • two dry bags of 20 and 30 liters per person plus one bag of 5 liters for the camera (waterproof guitar bag available)
  • tent & mattress
  • two overnight stays on a camp site and one overnight stay in a cottage of the park
  • the Saguenay Provincial Park permit
  • return by boat to L'Anse-Saint-Jean
WHAT TO BRING
  • sleeping bag (rent one for 10$)
  • shorts, t-shirt
  • waterproof wind jacket
  • warm sweater (no cotton)
  • pants
  • sun glasses with a rope !
  • sport hat for the day (June & Sept.: warm hat)
  • Sun screan lotion
  • insect repellent (mostly for June & beginning of July : try to avoid black/dark color)
  • flashlight
  • 2 water bottles (there is a water source on camp sites)
  • toilet paper in a plastic bag
  • personal prescriptions
  • hiking shoes and some reading
  • Bring your wine !
CONDITIONS
  • this trip is classified intermediary to advanced
  • group size : 6 persons MAXIMUM. ( possibility until 36 persons for groups)
  • minimum age : 17 years old. Maximum age: 70 years old
  • distance paddled : between 18 to 25 km/day (depends on the level of the group and the meteo condition)
  • July-August, water temperature at L'Anse-St-Jean is between 15 and 20 Celsius. As we approach the estuary of the St-Lawrence, the temperature of the water reaches 4 celsius
  • solo kayak experience on the sea gives the choice between a single or a double kayak
  • for safety reasons, at least one double kayak per group