Sea Kayaking Expeditions in Canada: Exploring the Coasts l Maple Treasures

Expedition to Fjord-du-Saguenay National Park

Explore the road linking La Baie to Tadoussac during a sea kayaking expedition. You will have the leisure to camp every night and have a relaxing adventure. Take advantage of the camps set up within the park. A guide and attendant will be present to prepare fresh meals for you every day. You will be completely satisfied with this gastronomic journey. The icing on the cake, you can observe belugas along the St. Lawrence. Take this chance to explore the entire Saguenay Fjord.

Visit the Mingan Archipelago

From the Gulf of St. Lawrence, paddle across thirty limestone islands to discover magnificent monoliths. Live a peaceful moment to the rhythm of time and the wind. The water is cold, but you will also feel the freshness of the sea current. Spend a stay on the big island to establish your camp there. You will learn to paddle vigorously. Here, the kayaking adventure is a little tougher, but you will also have time to rest. Take advantage of these dead times to observe the whales that come to touch the coast. Birds and gray seals also come to bask.

Lower North Shore

Do you like to walk and would you like to take a kayak trip in Canada? Discover this expedition in autonomy and sea kayaking. Live the adventure in Quebec's Lower North Shore and travel in a vast region that has hardly yet been touched by Man. Let the wildlife amaze you. Ornithologists will enjoy contemplating exotic birds. The panorama you will see there is a gentle mix between the forests of James Bay, Greenland and the islands of Georgian Bay. Note, however, that this expedition is reserved for the most experienced in kayaking.

Matapedia Lake

Canada has not finished impressing you with its beautiful coasts. Treat yourself to a detour to Lac Matapédia with its pebbles and sandy shores. You will enjoy maximum sunshine from the southwest to the south. Find four breathtaking sites conducive to relaxation and perfect for taking unforgettable shots. Activities are not lacking. Sea kayak, recreational kayak, rowboat, etc. You will be spoiled for choice. Before that, you can ride a mountain bike by taking the la coulée path to get to the Belt section before returning to the Soucy road. You have the possibility to compose your route according to your preferences.

Anticosti National Park

430 million years old, the island and the trails of Anticosti attract thousands of visitors each year. The wildlife reserve is a sensation, but the Parc national d'Anticosti has superb landscapes. You will be able to admire the geological phenomena and in particular the famous Vauréal and Chicotte canyons. Take the intermediate and easy trails that give you access. Sea kayaking enthusiasts, you will not be disappointed, because this activity is on the menu just like horse riding and hunting. In terms of accommodation, you can choose between the chalet, the inn or the rustic campsite.

Baie d'Urfé in Quebec-Canada

Some service providers offer you a unique experience in Nanuvik, which is a region still little known in the Arctic. You can visit the region by canoe or on foot, but the more adventurous prefer snowmobiling or dog sledding. Take advantage of this getaway to take a beautiful photo safari. You will even have the chance to contemplate the herds of musk oxen and even the polar bears. Don't leave without witnessing the aurora borealis, an event that attracts visitors to the far north. Don't miss the beauty of the arctic flora. This detour is really worth it, because you will even learn how to build igloos. There is no shortage of activities, sea kayaking, hiking, wildlife observation... You have plenty to entertain yourself.

The Robert Bourassa Reservoir

Passing through Canada to visit the sites where sea kayaking is practiced? Don't miss the Robert Bourassa Reservoir. This beautiful stretch of man-made water powers the power plant that bears its name. Built between 1974 and 1978, this reservoir takes the river “La Grande” as its source of water. The volume of water is about 61.7 km³ while the area of the reservoir is 2,835 km². There are also more than thirty dams to keep the water in the reservoir. Prove your fishing skills by fishing for trout, walleye or even pike. However, fishing is not the only hobby. You can also have fun by canoeing or sea kayaking.

Baie-Johan-Beetz

How can you go sea kayaking in Canada without passing through this small village of 90 inhabitants found along the St. Lawrence River? Baie-Johan-Beetz benefits from very good access to the hollow of the taiga. Just walk a few minutes or paddle for a short time to find yourself in the middle of nature. You can admire the beauty of the flora, the splendor of the minerals. During this walk, discover the Morne Blanc trail which crosses a refuge where migratory birds live. It starts in the forest and continues on the big white rocks. You will have the privilege of observing pink feldspar and white mica throughout the site. Once the hiking is over, you can move on to sea kayaking.

The river of the abyss

This Canadian river has its source at an altitude of 823 meters at Lac du Cœur, within the Zec des Martres. It flows 72 km from north to south, crossing various municipalities including Saint-Urbain and Saint-Aimé-des-Lacs. Its route ends at the St. Lawrence River in Baie-Saint-Paul. Once there, you can fish for rainbow trout, salmon and brook trout. To access the river, you can take trails and rest stops. You can also go river kayaking and sea kayaking down the river.

The Bonaventure River

This river has its source at Lake Bonaventure itself within the Appalachian Mountains. It then descends for 127 km before finishing its course in Baie-des-Chaleurs. This river stands out for its crystal clear waters. These have a beautiful emerald green color. The purity of this water is explained by the limestone rock that composes it. Calcite helps it reflect light and stay sparkling. You can explore it by sea kayak or canoe. The complete journey takes seven nights and six days. Arrivals and departures are at various locations. In three days, you can descend the first 65 km. The last 60 can be walked with the family. You can also access the river by 150 km of paths in the forest. You will find different providers offering a shuttle service on demand. Kayaking is not the only activity, as you can also go paddle boarding or water sledding.