FAQ Whale Watching Cruise

Parking lots are available near the whale-watching cruise departure points in Tadoussac and Charlevoix. 

The AML Grand Fleuve and the AML Zéphyr are specially designed for whale watching, with an observation platform and panoramic windows. You will also find interior decks as well as sanitary facilities.

You can also opt for the VIP Lounge Saint-Laurent of the AML Grand Fleuve which takes the whale cruise experience to another level. You will have access to a fully glazed interior lounge, as well as a reserved walkway on the upper deck of the boat.

Departing from Tadoussac and Baie-Sainte-Catherine, the 24 and 60 passenger Zodiacs offer privileged contact with the river and marine mammals as well as an adventure with guaranteed thrills.

Our cruises are only cancelled if the weather conditions represent a safety risk for our passengers. Therefore, our whale-watching cruises are not cancelled in case of rain or fog. The whales are there rain or shine!

Yes, because the temperature in the heart of the St. Lawrence River is 10 degrees Celsius cooler than the temperature near the coast!

On a whale-watching cruise aboard one of our large boats, bring a warm long-sleeved shirt, long pants and closed shoes. For those who get more chilly, we also recommend that you bring gloves and a hat. Remember that you can always warm up in the indoor spaces, but it is more difficult to see the whales from there!

When whale-watching aboard one of our Zodiacs, we recommend that you dress warmly as there are no indoor areas to warm up. Although we provide a windproof wetsuit, it does not provide complete protection from the water or the cold.

Most of the species seen in the St. Lawrence Estuary gradually arrive in the Tadoussac area in April and May of each year. As soon as the river is free of its winter ice, the excursions are rich in observation!

On a whale-watching cruise, there is no time of day that is better than another. The whales are in their natural environment, so they can show themselves at any time. All you have to do is be on the lookout!

Since our cruises are in a natural site in the heart of the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park, our observation rate is close to 100%. Even so, we do offer a Whale Warranty.

If during your cruise, the captain acknowledges that no marine mammal observation was possible, you will receive a ticket inviting you to come back on a Whale Watching Boat Tour on the date of your choosing during the same tourist season. This warranty also applies for Zodiac tours for the initial observation, but the ticket for the new cruise is only valid for the boat tour. 

Yes, the AML Grand Fleuve and the AML Zéphyr both have a bistro counter where a variety of meals, snacks and beverages are offered. It is also possible to order a lunch box.

Lunches including meals and drinks are prohibited since our two whale cruise boats have a bistro counter where a varied menu including food and drinks is offered.

We are proud to offer a varied menu that meets the tastes and needs of our whale watching cruise guests, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. When booking, please be sure to mention your allergies and dietary restrictions.

Of course! Non-alcoholic beverages are served according to the requests and restrictions of our VIP guests.