A mighty river, impressive waterfalls, mountains to conquer and forests to explore… nature is generous and always changing! Set out on foot, on a bike, on horseback or on a canoe. The show is spectacular, no matter which activity you choose. Visit parks, recreation centres and outfitters: they all offer plenty of ways to recharge your batteries. Outdoor fun also means watching fascinating wildlife by the sea and on land.

Surrounded by nature in Kiamik Regional Park

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Escape to the vast Kiamika Regional Park in the Upper Laurentians. Whether by canoe camping or in Loonä cabins, each stay invites you to slow down and reconnect with what truly matters. Get ready to experience an authentic getaway where fresh air, breathtaking panoramas and unforgettable memories come together.

Get your adrenaline fix on a mountain bike ride in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region

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In the Bas-Saint-Laurent region, seven mountain biking centres invite you to discover an exceptional outdoor playground. From lush forests and rugged hills to breathtaking views of the St. Lawrence River, every trail promises adventure, freedom and unforgettable moments. Go ride with nature and experience a destination you’ll want to return to again and again.

Get your adrenaline fix

Photo credit: Tourisme Charlevoix, Alexis Pageau

From the vertiginous cliffs to the St. Lawrence River, there’s no shortage of opportunities to get active in Saint-Siméon and Baie-Sainte-Catherine. At Les Palissades de Charlevoix, a world-class mountain adventure park, experience the thrill of via ferrata, rock climbing, rappelling, or the double zip line. With Bosco Charlevoix, set out on a guided sea kayaking or, if winter arrives early, a dog-sledding excursion, where human connection, nature, and animal welfare are at the heart of the experience.
 

Discover the wildlife of Gaspésie

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The Gaspésie region is a true festival of wildlife, and from September onwards, nature puts on its finest colours to make your animal encounters even more spectacular. Out on the water, you can meet whales, seals and many other aquatic species, while in the air, thousands of gannets and other seabirds offer a beautiful aerial spectacle! In the heart of the forest, moose, caribou, bears and other land mammals fascinate anyone who dares to venture out. So keep your eyes open and your camera close by to create your own memories of this privileged contact with animals.

Watch huge sea creatures put on a majestic show

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Fall in the Côte-Nord region is a prime whale-watching season. With its colourful landscapes and nutrient-rich waters, the region serves as a special sanctuary for these giants of the sea. On a whale-watching cruise, you could catch a glimpse of blue whales, humpback whales, belugas and other marine mammals that flock to the Estuary and Gulf of St. Lawrence. In addition to taking you to the best whale-watching spots, guides will share their extensive knowledge of these massive creatures with you.

Explore every facet of the boreal forest

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In Eeyou Istchee Baie-James, the boreal forest is immense and awe-inspiring, brimming with unsuspected wonders to discover. With camera in hand, set off on an expedition in the footsteps of an astonishingly diverse fauna. As you do, enjoy the striking contrast of the region’s many larch trees, which turn yellow as the light begins to change.

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