Sea kayaking

1/2 day sea kayaking tour at Baie-Saint-Paul

Description

The Saint-Lawrence and the Gouffre river valley.

Half-day sea kayak excursion, navigate 8 kilometers of the St. Lawrence estuary

A guided sea kayak service with departure from our main base, and following the cycle of the highest tides in the St Lawrence River. From the Baie-Saint-Paul wharf, paddle the quiet waters of the Middle Estuary's biggest bay towards Cap au Corbeau or Cap Maillard, with a unique view of Isle-aux-Coudes, the Charlevoix Massif, Mont des Éboulements and the Gouffre river valley.

Discover :

  • The coastal landscapes of the Gouffre river valley
  • The highest tides on the St Lawrence River
  • The schooner Accalmie's final resting place
  • Waterfowl observation

About safety

Experienced guides that know the area, respect for weather conditions, maximized supervision ratios, appropriate routes, equipment quality, comfortable wetsuits, all these factors help us to safely supervise groups of tourists of all ages, experience levels and backgrounds.

Information and price

Opening period

Back in 2024 !, upon reserving.

Reception

Quai de Baie-Saint-Paul, 210, rue Sainte-Anne, Baie-Saint-Paul, G3Z 1P8

Price for each participant

Age Rates Groups 8 and+ Kayak perso*
18 ans et + 80 $ 72 $ 55 $
10-17 ans 60 $ 54 $ 50 $
Taxes are not include.

Package

The package includes…

  • Kayak excursion in the estuary
  • Introduction to basic kayaking
  • Supervision by a professional guide
  • Nautical material and dry bags
  • Wetsuit & accessories.

The package excludes…

  • Your personal sports garments
  • Taxes (14.975 %)
  • Guide gratuities, at your discretion.

Equipment

Included equipment

  • Solo or double sea kayak
  • Wetsuit, paddling anorak and booties
  • PFD (Personal Flotation Device)
  • Dry bag
  • Sprayskirt and paddle.

Required equipment

  • Wool or Polar sweater
  • Short or swimsuit
  • Cap or hat
  • Extra clothes
  • Enough water for the whole day

Route and length

Baie-Saint-Paul

8 kilometer sea kayaking journey, enjoy half a day discovering the waters of Baie-Saint-Paul

Katabatik installations for reception and facilities.

Distance
Approximately 8 km, with several nice beaches to stop for breaks

Difficulty level
Route difficulty level is Easy to Moderate. Excursion is accessible to beginners as well as to experienced paddlers.

Duration

  • 3hrs 30min total
  • Technical preparation and training: 1hr
  • Kayak excursion: 2hrs to 2 hrs 30min

Departure hours

Daily departures, usually scheduled between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. according to the variable cycle of the tide.

Map

Reception for sea kayaking trip at Baie-Saint-Paul:

Dock of Baie-Saint-Paul,
210, Rue Ste-Anne,
Baie-Saint-Paul,
QC G3Z 1P8

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