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Walks to Sainte-Rose-du Nord
20 minutes from the Pourvoirie, the village of Sainte-Rose-du-Nord is one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in Quebec". Its shops and nature interpretation museum make it picturesque village.
Places to see:
- Numerous small businesses and handicraft shops
- Petit Marché Sainte-Rose and the Artisans Square
- Nature museum – a must!
- The wharf where people congregate in summer and the Marjolaine makes it summer halt.
- Hikes starting from Sainte-Rose-du-Nord (magnificent viewpoints overlooking the Fjord)
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Parc Aventures Cap Jaseux
Less than an half hour drive from the Pourvoirie, Cap Jaseux has one of the largest and most exciting aerial rope courses in Quebec, the 'tree to tree' course with more than 70 platforms fixed on the trees. You can complete the course safely under the supervision of fully certified guides. The equipment is supplied on site. A half day outing at least.
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Via Ferrata
Another adventure at Cap Jaseux is Via Ferrata. A climb on rock wall overlooking the waters of the Fjord brings you face to face with nature in all its glory. A unique adventure where you can move ahead in complete safety. Emotion and thrills guaranteed. A dizzying experience not to be missed!
Conditions: 8 years and above, minimum height with arms extended from toes to fingertips 1.5 m, minimum weight 45 kg (100 pounds) and not more than 100 kg (220 pounds).
-15 year olds and below must be accompanied by a responsible adult
-Must be in good health
** You need at least 2 ½ to 3 hours to complete the full climb.
Plan:
- Closed shoes and sportswear
- Identity paper to get the equipment
- Gloves (recommended, but not compulsory)
Adult (18 years & +): 35$
Junior (17 years & -): 33$
Student (proof required): 25$
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Cruise sailing
Put yourself in the shoes of a sailor and discover the Saguenay in the wind and currents. A cruise-school where you will learn rudiments of sailing. A soft adventure, fun-filled, relaxing, and sometimes mind-blowing!
Half-day:
- Adult (18 years & +): 70$
- Junior (8 to 17 years): 60$
Full day :
- Adult (18 years & +): 125$
- Junior (8 to 17 years): 95$
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Monts-Valin National Park
½ hour by car from the outfitter, the Monts-Valin National Park Dominates the landscape of Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean (980 meters). Request a packed lunch at the reception of the outfitter!
This giant rock with an eventful history, simply offers a fabulous panorama where hiking, canoe rides, sport fishing are available. Located in an exceptional setting, this national park remains without doubt, a place to discover.
Most popular activities are hiking, canoeing on the meandering river and lake or river fishing.
Entrance ticket for the Park:
- Adult (18 years & +) : 3.50$
- Junior (17 years & -) : 1.50$ |
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Fishing in Monts-Valin National Park
Day Fishing Package (access and boat):
-52.65$ +taxes / 1 person
-67.00$ + taxes / 2 persons
-81.34$ + taxes / 3 persons
-18 years & less : Free
Equipment rental is not included and the cost depends on the equipment and the duration of hiring. |
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Canoeing in the Monts-Valin National Park
(Season: June to October 2011)
The Valin River offers rowers a completely different view of the mountain. While going upstream from the Adventure and Services Centre, discover the meanders of the Valin River and the Bélanger Lake. Enjoy the pleasures of rowing on the Martin-Valin, Leblanc and Laliberté lakes.
Boats and all necessary equipment can be hired on the spot. |
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Cruises on the Fjord
A cruise on the Fjord aboard the Marjolaine is a must, especially as it leaves from Sainte-Rose-du-Nord. Admire the beauty of the Fjord in the company of an experienced guide who'll give a running commentary during the 3 hour cruise. Refreshments available onboard..
Departures from Sainte-Rose-du-Nord from 3 July to 15 August at 10.30 a.m. and 1.30 p.m. and from 16 August to 6 September at 1.30 p.m. Departures also from La Baie and Tadoussac.
Adult (14 years & +) : 46$ Junior : 23$
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Whale watching cruises
Cap au Leste Outfitter is one and half hours by road from Tadoussac, the mythical place from where zodiacs and cruise boats take you whale watching (from end May to mid October). 3 departures daily: morning, noon and afternoon. Reservations can be made at the Pourvoirie (AML Cruises).
Whales and Fjord Rates: (3 hrs cruise)
Adult (13 ans & +) :64$ child (6 to 12 years) :29$
Zodiac rates (2h/3h):
Adult (13 years & +) :59$/69$ Child (6 to 12 ans) :44$/49$ |
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Interpretation Centre flats and rehabilitation of birds
Facing Saint-Fulgence, the brackish marshes of the Saguenay River is the point where the fresh water of Lac-Saint-Jean and the salty water of the Saint-Laurent meet. Waterfowl and other shore birds gather in this feeding area referred to as a "sandbank". More than 280 species have been spotted here
The CIBRO's mission is to protect, make known and sensitize people to nature to better under the biodiversity of the ecosystems through a variety of activities during observation tours and workshops. Visit of the park with a guide.
Adult : 10$ Child : 5$
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La Martingale
Located in Saint-Honoré, 15 minute from Chicoutimi and 50 km from the Pourvoirie, La Martingale offers horse and sleigh rides. The small educational farm Lotantik holds numerous attractions for children who want to see how a farm works.
Tour with guide – riding lessons: $ 30/hour
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Aerial view of the region in a plane or a hydroplane
Le Québec est le pays de l'hydravion. Quebec is the land of hydroplanes. Saint-David-de-Falardeau, at an hour's distance from the Pourvoirie, is the largest hydroplane base in Quebec. You can enjoy an aerial view of the Fjord and the region on one of Air Saguenay's 40 planes. From the sky, you might even be lucky enough to spot a few whales!
Packages for 20, 30, 45 or 60 minutes allow you to explore the Fjord from an entirely different angle.
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By air with Exactair
Exactair is located at Saint-Honoré-du-Lac at ¾ hour by road from the outfitter.
It is really worth while making a plane ride at an altitude of 3000 feet in a Cessna (starting 65 $ per person, minimum 3 persons) or in a Seneca (minimum 5 persons)
Packages for 30, 60 or 100 minutes
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Air Defense Museum
(Open from 15 June to 6 September 2010)
Just next to La Baie, an hour away from the Pourvoirie, the Air Defense Museum is situated on the Canadian Army airbase. This is one of the two air force bases in Canada which maintains permanently CF-18 fighter aircrafts of the tactical Canadian air force. The only museum in Quebec dedicated to the history of military aviation, it was built in 1942 for training pilots and perfecting the Alcan plants as well as the power plants of the region during the Second World War. A must in the summer of 2010: Exhibition on the Battle of Britain.
Adult (18 years & +) : 8$
Junior (17 years et -) : 6$ |
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Fjord Museum
The Fjord Museum is an enjoyable dynamic experience which transports you to the fantastic universe of the Saguenay Fjord and the Ha! Ha! Bay. Gaze in admiration at giant squid and octopi, whales, narwhals, sharks, sea snakes and turtles. From times immemorial, man observed or caught them from the lakes, the oceans and … the Saint-Laurent. The entertaining interactive experiments make science come alive much to the joy of our children.
Adult (18 years & +) : 10$
Junior :6$ |
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Nouvelle-France site
The New France site is situated on the other side of the Fjord and faces the Cap au Leste Outfitter 10 km away from La Baie. Going there is like going back four centuries in time to the Saguenay Kingdom era so dear to Jacques Cartier! There you can find a model Amerindian camp and a small village of yore with its church, Jesuits, and Amerindians, and actors playing various characters! You can also discover equestrian art, the amazing history of the Canadian horse at the new Cabrioles equestrian show. There you will learn about the touching friendship between man and horse. An hour charged with emotion and sheer delight!
Adult (14 years & +) : 39$
Junior :25$
2 Adults & 2 juniors: 120$ |
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Black bear watching
Just next to La Baie, 50 km from the Pourvoirie, you can enjoy the fascinating experience of watching black bears, an outing in a rabaska canoe, a walk on an interpretation trail and discovering the Amerindian way of life. Seated comfortably in a watchtower, a massive wooden framework topped with a green roof, you can watch the black bear in complete safety and observe the behavior of this fascinating beast.
Adult (18 years & +) : 22.15$ + taxes
Junior (17 years & -) : 12.62$ + taxes |
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The Chicoutimi Pulp
3 km from Chicoutimi, The Chicoutimi Pulp is a vast cultural and tourist recreational complex dedicated to preserving and highlighting the heritage of Saguenay – Lac-Saint-Jean as well as the dissemination of art and history. With a rich hundred year old history, The Chicoutimi Pulp is a major historical site of the Saguenay – Lac-Saint-Jean region.
Housed in the old mills of the Chicoutimi Pulp Company, la Pulperie is an extraordinary historical site in the midst of a huge park right in the heart of the city. It dramatizes the history of the Chicoutimi Pulp Company and underscores its key role at the start of the previous century in the development of the city and the region. |
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The historical village of Val-Jalbert
A witness to recent history, the village of Val-Jalbert is a reminder of the hopes that were raised by the setting up of the pulp factory and the workers village from 1901 till its closure in 1927. This old industrial village is not a model but a real company village. Soak in the enigmatic spirit of the place as you move across the forty odd original buildings, meet engaging characters and witness family gatherings. You cannot fail to be impressed by the power and the beauty of the Ouiatchouan Falls. In 2010: a new reception area, more activities for the entire season and a spectacular new panoramic viewpoint right in the middle of the falls. Restaurants, souvenir shops and shows.
Adult (16 years & +): 20.38$
Child: 10.19$
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Zoo sauvage of Saint-Félicien
2 h 15 min by road from the Cap au Leste Outfitter, the Saint-Félicien Zoo is one of the highpoints of the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region you can't afford to miss. Eighty species of animals roam about freely in their natural habitat. On account of its harmonious integration into nature, the zoo is recognized in North America for its exceptional contribution to the preservation of boreal biodiversity through its educational, scientific and recreational activities. You'll love the unique rich environment of la Boréalie. Keep 4 hours for this tour.
Adult: 37$
Student (15 years & +): 31$
Child: 24.50$
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