The 10 Best Tours in Tadoussac

1.Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Zodiac Tour

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

Board a 24 or 60-passenger Zodiac from Tadoussac or Baie-Sainte-Catherine for 2 to 2.5 hours on the St. Lawrence. Bilingual naturalists such as Catherine and Frederick explain whale behavior while you watch for belugas, humpbacks, fin whales, minke whales, seals, and porpoises. Waterproof outerwear is provided, but you still need warm layers.

“The wet suits provided were helpful. I liked the explanations from the guide about the whale’s behaviour. We got to see a few minke whales in the fjord.”

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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 aboard an AML Cruises boat in the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park, watching for belugas, humpbacks, fin whales, minkes, seals, and more. French and English naturalist guides explain the wildlife and fjord. Choose standard seating, Upper Deck Access, or VIP service with food and drinks when booking.

“VIP experience was great! Awesome service, a nice quiet place with mature adults to view the whales. Only one set of stairs up. Decent for small mobility issues. We saw a Minke and a Fin whale, guides were great!”

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3.Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Tour

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

Cruise the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park from Tadoussac or Baie-Sainte-Catherine for about two hours. Choose a large observation boat or a fast Zodiac, hear bilingual naturalist commentary, and watch for up to 13 whale species, belugas, seals, porpoises, and seabirds. Zodiacs include waterproof clothing, but are not suitable for children under six or anyone with mobility concerns.

“We drove the 2.5 hours from Quebec City and boarded the Zodiac in Baie-Ste-Catherine ready for a day of whale watching. and were not disappointed. We had such a great time and did not regret booking the smaller boat as it is more agile and can move to whale sightings much quicker than the large boat. It was cold out on the water but we dressed warmly in layers, a hat, gloves, waterproof shoes, etc. You will get wet so plan accordingly. We saw three whales - fin, minke, and humpack - and several seals and birds. Additionally we went into the fjorde and the boat took us right up…”

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

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

Join AML Cruises for a three-hour bilingual whale-watching trip through the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. Choose the open-air Upper Deck for 360-degree views, or the Saint-Laurent VIP Lounge for heated comfort, floor-to-ceiling windows, local bites, and drinks. Guides explain up to 13 whale species while the boat passes Prince Shoal Light, Les Dunes, and Pointe-Noire.

“The whole experience was wonderful. A friendly staff. Comfortable surroundings and so many whales!”

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5.15 min. Tadoussac : Black Bear Observation with Expert Guide

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 150 reviews · 2 hours · from $37

Meet your English or French-speaking guide at Domaine de l’ours noir near Sacré-Coeur, then ride five minutes by bus and walk five minutes to a secure forest post. Over two hours, learn about Quebec’s black bears and watch for them in the wild. Guide Sam has led some outings.

“Nous avons eu la chance de voir deux ours, une femelle et un mâle !! Trop cool !”

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6.Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Tour & Bear Observation

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 123 reviews · from $144

Spend a day on the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park, watching whales from a boat or Zodiac with bilingual naturalists, then drive to Ferme 5 Étoiles for a two-hour black bear observation at dusk. You can also visit the sanctuary’s bison, lynx, wolves, moose, deer, and other rescued animals.

“impeccable .nous avons vu l ours noir. bonnes explications de notre guide.merci”

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7.15 min. Tadoussac : Guided ATV tour excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 94 reviews · 1h 30m · from $56

You’ll learn to handle an ATV, then follow guides such as Charles or Benjamin through forest trails and hilly terrain toward a Saguenay Fjord viewpoint. This 90-minute ride costs $56 per person and suits families, friends, and first-time riders. Bring a license, long pants, closed shoes, and clothes that can get dirty.

“C’était incroyable, Benjamin était super gentil et nous avons passé une balade exceptionnelle. Il y a la possibilité de faire le tour de la ferme en plus. Franchement merci pour tout on a des souvenirs pleins la tête !”

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8.Guided Sea Kayaking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 61 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $58

From Anse-de-Roche, you’ll paddle a double kayak through the Saguenay Fjord for two to three hours with an English- or French-speaking guide. Expect steep cliffs, quiet water, seabirds, seals, and a possible beluga sighting. Wetsuits, boots, flotation jackets, paddles, and safety gear are provided.

“Activity was not bad but not the best kayaking”

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9.15 min. Tadoussac : Behind-the-Scenes Sled Dog Kennel Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 39 reviews · 1h 30m · from $20Best value

At Ferme 5 Étoiles near Sacré-Coeur, a guide such as Fabienne introduces you to about 50 Nordic huskies and malamutes. You will learn how the dogs live, read their behavior, ask questions about mushing, spend time with individual dogs, and help distribute food. Plan for a walk from the meeting point.

“Magnifique. Beaucoup de respect de ses chiens donc des chiens equilibres, très affectueux. Je ne peux que recommamder”

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10.15 min. Tadoussac: Snowmobile Expedition in Saguenay Fjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 14 reviews · 90 minutes - 6 hours · from $90

Ride from Sacré-Coeur into the snowy Côte-Nord or Saguenay region on a guided snowmobile trip lasting 90 minutes to six hours. You’ll receive a helmet, rental snowmobile, and safety briefing, then follow a guide toward a viewpoint over the Saguenay Fjord. Guides may include Benjamin or Sébastien, and warm clothing is available to rent for $20.

“Un immense merci a Benjamin pour sa gentillesse et ses explications nous avons passé un super moment”

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