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Tadoussac lies within Canada’s first marine national park and enjoys a perfect marine environment where an abundance of krill attracts numerous whales, including belugas.

History of Tadoussac

Tadoussac was the first trading post on the mainland of La Nouvelle France – which makes it the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in Québec, and the oldest surviving French settlement in the Americas.

As the only port on the river, it became the centre of the fur trade between the French and First Nations peoples. In the 19th century it achieved popularity as resort, and wealthy Québécois built villas to which they could escape from their increasingly industrialised cities. The area has always had an association with marine life: its original inhabitants – the Montaignais people – hunted seals here; settlers were involved in whaling from as early as 1632 and the Saint Lawrence was visited by Basque whalers.

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Key info

  • Ideal for viewing: beluga whale, blue whale, fin whale, humpback whale, minke whale
  • Where: Québec, Canada

Wildlife trips

This wildlife location is featured in the following itineraries:

Quebec’s Bears, Whales & Moose

Discover unspoilt wilderness and a variety of wildlife, on this superb self-drive trip in one of the most beautiful regions of Canada. Observe black bear, moose and beaver in the Reserve des Laurentides, before spending time in Tadoussac to view whales by Zodiac and sea kayak. Find out more about Quebec’s Bears, Whales & Moose

  • Price (inc. flights): 9 days from £2,975
  • Trip type:
    Tailor-made Holiday
  • When to go:
    • J
    • J
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    • S

Whales of Tadoussac & Saguenay Fjord

Experience Quebec’s abundance of whale species in the Saguenay – St. Lawrence Marine Park where sightings of humpback, blue, fin, minke and beluga are all possible. Continue to the phenomenally beautiful Saguenay Fjord National Park for scenic splendour on this ultimate self-drive! Find out more about Whales of Tadoussac & Saguenay Fjord

  • Price (inc. flights): 10 days from £2,295
  • Trip type:
    Tailor-made Holiday
  • When to go:
    • J
    • J
    • A
    • S
Suggested accommodation options are shown below. Please contact us for further recommendations.

Auberge La Galouïne

The charming Auberge La Galouïne offers a warm and comfortable stay with a friendly and familial atmosphere combining personal attention and delicious cuisine - a home away from home. It is located right in the heart of Tadoussac, which allows you to explore this small town on foot. Find Out More about Auberge La Galouïne

Hotel Tadoussac

Being the first hotel opening in Tadoussac and welcoming holiday makers almost two centuries ago (1864), Hotel Tadoussac hasn’t lost any of his authentic and atmospheric look while offering a high level of comfort. It is is now known as the most famous landmark in the bay and surroundings. Find Out More about Hotel Tadoussac