Preparing For Your Tour

Got questions? Here is how you can prepare for your cruise.

• Whale-Watching Boat Tour

  Before departing

  • Check your booking confirmation for the date and time of your cruise.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.

  Access to the cruise

  • Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).
  • Customers departing from Tadoussac must take a ferry (free of charge) between Baie-Sainte-Catherine and Tadoussac. At certain times of the year, waiting times can be long. Please note that it’s your responsibility to plan ahead.

  Parking lots

  • Baie-Sainte-Catherine: private parking is available for $7 per car (no reservation necessary, unlimited spaces)
  • Tadoussac: several public parking lots are available in the village (no reservation possible, limited space).

  Feeling uncomfortable?

  If you are sensitive to seasickness, please take the necessary precautions for your own comfort, as no return to the wharf will be provided.

  Accessibility

  People with reduced mobility can access the cruise from Baie-Sainte-Catherine only. Please contact us in advance if you require assistance at 1-866-856-6668.

  What to wear

  It is important to dress warmly. Temperatures on the river are generally much colder than on the coast, with a difference of around 10 degrees at times.  
  
  If you forgot to bring something warm, you can easily buy various items in one of our Croisières AML boutiques.

  Delight yourself on board

  Some of our ships have a bistro where you can enjoy a nice meal.

  We also offer lunch boxes, which you can order in advance when booking, at the ticket office or on site (subject to availability).

• Zodiac Whale Watching Tour

  Before departing

  • Check your booking confirmation for the date and time of your cruise.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.

  Boarding conditions

  • The signature of a waiver will be mandatory upon your arrival.
  • People with back problems, pregnant women, and children under 6 years old are not allowed on board the Zodiacs.

  Access to the cruise

  • Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).
  • Customers departing from Tadoussac must take a ferry (free of charge) between Baie-Sainte-Catherine and Tadoussac. At certain times of the year, waiting times can be long. Please note that it’s your responsibility to plan ahead.

  What to wear

  • We provide water-resistant overalls to allow you to fully enjoy your cruise while staying dry.
  • Please note, however, that these suits do not protect you from the cold. Please dress warmly.
  • If you forgot something warm, you can easily buy various items in one of our Croisières AML boutiques.

  Parking lots 

  • Baie-Sainte-Catherine: private parking is available for $7 per car (no reservation necessary, unlimited spaces).
  • Tadoussac: several public parking lots are available in the village (no reservation possible, limited space).

  Delight yourself on board

  There is no catering service on board, but lunch boxes are available at the ticket office (subject to availability). Food and beverages are not accepted on board the zodiac.

  Personal items

  There is no on-site checkroom. It is your responsibility to take care of your personal belongings. Please bring a waterproof bag for your phone and camera if you plan to take photos.

  Feeling uncomfortable?

  If you are sensitive to seasickness, please take the necessary precautions for your own comfort, as no return to the wharf will be provided.

  Accessibility

  People with reduced mobility can access the cruise from Baie-Sainte-Catherine only. Please contact us in advance if you require assistance at 1-866-856-6668.

• Dinner Cruise

  Before departing

  • Check your booking confirmation for the date and time of your cruise.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.

  Access to the cruise

  Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).

  What to wear

  Business casual attire is highly recommended on board.

  Delight yourself on board

  A bistro is available on board. It is strictly prohibited to bring food or drinks.

  Parking lots

  • Quebec City: a few paid parking spots are available on site without reservations. Other paid public and private parking options are also available nearby without reservations.
  • Montreal: Paid public and private parking options are available nearby without reservations.

  Accessibility

  People with reduced mobility can access the cruise. For more details, please contact us at 1-866-856-6668 or visit our accessibility webpage.

  Personal items

  There are no checkrooms on board. Passengers are entirely responsible for their personal belongings.

• Brunch Cruise

  Before departing

  • Check your booking confirmation for the date and time of your cruise.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.

  Access to the cruise

  Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).

  What to wear

  Business casual attire is highly recommended on board.

  Delight yourself on board

  A bistro is available on board. It is strictly prohibited to bring food or drinks.

  Parking lots

  • Quebec City: a few paid parking spots are available on site without reservations. Other paid public and private parking options are also available nearby without reservations.
  • Montreal: Paid public and private parking options are available nearby without reservations.

  Accessibility

  People with reduced mobility can access the cruise. For more details, please contact us at 1-866-856-6668 or visit our accessibility webpage

  Personal items

  There are no checkrooms on board. Passengers are entirely responsible for their personal belongings.

• Cruise and Visit of Grosse-Île

  Before departing

  • Check your booking confirmation for the date and time of your cruise.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.

  Access to the cruise

  Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).

  What to wear

  Bring an umbrella and/or raincoat and good shoes. The tour takes place rain or shine.

  Delight yourself on board

  No on-site catering. Cold bistro available on board the boat. Lunch boxes are on sale at the ticket office of Berthier-sur-Mer. You can also bring your own lunch.

  Parking lots

  Parking at the marina of Berthier-sur-Mer is free of charge.

  Accessibility

  People with reduced mobility can access the cruise but will have certain limited access on Grosse-île Please contact us at 1-866-856-6668 for more details.

  Feeling uncomfortable?

  If you are sensitive to seasickness, please take the necessary precautions for your own comfort, as no return to the quay will be provided.

  Prepare your cruise and visit to Grosse-Île

  The cruise to Grosse-Île take approximately 45 minutes one way.

  On your cruise to Grosse-Île, you can expect a journey filled with discoveries and emotions. Here are some practical details about what to expect during your visit:

  • Trails length: upon arrival on the island, you will have the opportunity to discover its attractions by walking approximately 3 kilometers.
  • Accessibility: Please note that the trails are gravel, and some areas are not accessible by bike.
  • The island does not have a recharging station for electric bikes.
  • Number of steps: you will encounter several staircases to climb, so make sure you are wearing appropriate footwear for a comfortable experience.
  • Strollers for children: It is possible to bring a stroller for children, but please note that some parts of the route may be more difficult to access, with dozens of steps in some places. Please bring an alternative if possible.

  Facilities available

  • Water fountain available
  • Picnic tables available
  • Restrooms available
  • 2 Changing tables available

• Razorbill Observation Cruise

  Before departing

  • Check your booking confirmation for the time and date of your cruise.
  • The cruise lasts 4h30.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.

  Access to the cruise

  Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).

  Parking lots

  Parking at the marina of Berthier-sur-Mer is free of charge.

  Observing wildlife

  An ornithologist will be present to share information about penguins and other endemic bird species living in the ecosystem of the St-Lawrence River.

  What to wear

  We suggest dressing warmly to protect yourself from the cold and bringing binoculars to optimize your observations.

  Feeling uncomfortable?

  If you are sensitive to seasickness, please take the necessary precautions for your own comfort, as no return to the wharf will be provided.

  Delight yourself on board

  A bistro is available on board. You will find all kinds of snacks and drinks. Lunch boxes are available for purchase at the ticket office in Berthier-sur-Mer. You can also bring your own lunch.

  Accessibility

  People with reduced mobility can access the cruise. For more details, please contact us at 1-866-856-6668 or visit our accessibility webpage.

• Evening Cruise and City/Urban Cruise

  Before departure

  • Check your booking confirmation for the date and time of your cruise.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.

  Access to the cruise

  Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).

  What to wear

  Business casual attire is highly recommended on board.

  Delight yourself on board

  A bistro is available on board. It is strictly prohibited to bring food or drinks.

  Parking lots

  • Quebec City: a few paid parking spots are available on site without reservations. Other paid public and private parking options are also available nearby without reservations.
  • Montreal: Paid public and private parking options are available nearby without reservations.

  Accessibility

  People with reduced mobility can access the cruise. For more details, please contact us at 1-866-856-6668 or visit our accessibility webpage.

  Personal items

  There are no checkrooms on board. Passengers are entirely responsible for their personal belongings.

• Guided Sightseeing River Cruise and City Boat Tour

  Before departing

  • Check your booking confirmation for the date and time of your cruise.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.
  • We recommend downloading the Croisières AML mobile app, available in 8 languages (French, English, Italian, Spanish, German, Mandarin, Japanese and Korean).

  Access to the cruise

  Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).

  What to wear

  Business casual attire is highly recommended on board.

  Delight yourself on board

  A bistro is available on board. It is strictly prohibited to bring food or drinks.

  Parking lots

  • Quebec City: a few paid parking spots are available on site without reservations. Other paid public and private parking options are also available nearby without reservations.
  • Montreal: Paid public and private parking options are available nearby without reservations.

  Accessibility

  People with reduced mobility can access the cruise. For more details, please contact us at 1-866-856-6668 or visit our accessibility webpage.

  Personal effects

  There are no checkrooms on board. Passengers are entirely responsible for their personal belongings.

• Christmas Dinner Cruise

  Before departure

  • Check your booking confirmation for the date and time of your cruise.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.

  Access to the cruise

  Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).

  What to wear

  Business casual attire is highly recommended on board.

  Delight yourself on board

  In addition to the meal, a bistro is available on board. It is strictly forbidden to bring food or drinks.

  Parking lots

  • Quebec City: a few paid parking spots are available on site without reservations. Other paid public and private parking options are also available nearby without reservations.
  • Montreal: Paid public and private parking options are available nearby without reservations.

  Accessibility

  People with reduced mobility can access the cruise. For more details, please contact us at 1-866-856-6668 or visit our accessibility webpage.

  Personal effects

  A cloakroom will be available on board for you to store your personal belongings.

• Christmas Brunch

  Before departure

  • Check your booking confirmation for the date and time of your cruise.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.

  Access to the cruise

  Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).

  What to wear

  Business casual attire is highly recommended on board.

  Delight yourself on board

  In addition to the meal, a bistro is available on board. It is strictly forbidden to bring food or drinks.

  Parking lots

  • Quebec City: a few paid parking spots are available on site without reservations. Other paid public and private parking options are also available nearby without reservations.
  • Montreal: Paid public and private parking options are available nearby without reservations.

  Accessibility

  People with reduced mobility can access the cruise. For more details, please contact us at 1-866-856-6668 or visit our accessibility webpage.

  Personal items

  A cloakroom will be available on board for you to store your personal belongings.

• River Shuttle – Quebec City/Sainte-Anne de Beaupré - Sainte-Anne de Beaupré/Quebec City

  Before departure

  • Check your booking confirmation for the date and time of your cruise.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.

  Access to the cruise

  • Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).

  Address of the ticket office in Quebec City :
  180, Dalhousie street,
  Quebec City, QC, G1K 4C5

  Address of the ticket office in Sainte-Anne de Beaupré :
  30 rue du Sanctuaire,
  Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré, QC, G0A 3C0

  • The slope of the wharf can be steep depending on the tide range.
  • You have the possibility to bring your bike with you (with reservation).

  Parking lots

  • Quebec City: a few paid parking spots are available on site without reservations. Other paid public and private parking options are also available nearby without reservations.
  • Sainte-Anne-de-Beaupré : Some paid parking spaces are available nearby, but reservations are not possible.

  Accessibility

  This boat is not accessible to people with reduced mobility, as the access ramp is very steep.

  Personal items

  There are no checkrooms on board. Passengers are entirely responsible for their personal belongings.

• Cruise and Fireworks in Lévis

  Before departure

  • Check your booking confirmation for the date and time of your cruise.
  • Please note that you must go to the Croisières AML ticket office to pick up your tickets.
  • You must be in possession of the credit card used to make your reservation.

  Access to the cruise

  Plan your journey by checking the itinerary (plan to arrive at least one-hour prior departure).

  What to wear

  Business casual attire is highly recommended on board.

  Delight yourself on board

  In addition to the meal, a bistro is available on board. It is strictly forbidden to bring food or drinks.

  Parking lots

  • A few paid parking spots are available directly on site, but reservations are not possible.
  • Other paid public and private parking lots are also available nearby without reservation.

  Accessibility

  This boat is not accessible to people with reduced mobility, as the access ramp is very steep. As an alternative, we invite you to board in Quebec City.

  Personal items

  There are no checkrooms on board. Passengers are entirely responsible for their personal belongings.