Saguenay National Park tour: Fjord geology heritage

See the Saguenay Fjord's geology unfold as your guide walks you through the park's most photographed vista

A guided minibus tour of Saguenay National Park and surrounding heritage sites, departing from La Baie port with entry to the park included. The guide interprets the fjord's geological formation, the region's settlement history, and the architecture of former industrial neighborhoods and charming villages. The tour covers roughly four hours with stops for walking and viewing at Anse-de-Tabatière, La Baie's heritage sector, two villages along the route, a covered bridge, and a waterfront street in Anse-Saint-Jean.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Saguenay Fjord and Villages

• Check-in at La Baie port area
• Visit National Park Anse-de-Tabatière viewpoint
• Tour La Baie heritage sector and workman's road
• Drive through Saint-Félix-d'Otis and Rivière-Éternité villages
• Walk under covered bridge and see painters' exposition
• Stroll Rue du Faubourg historic street
• Leisure time at L’Anse-Saint-Jean wharf and shops

The experience

The tour boards 100 feet to the left of the La Baie terminal, a two-minute walk from the ship, and runs in a 24-passenger minibus with a live English-speaking guide. Check in 30 minutes before departure. The minibus handles the driving between stops so you can focus on what the guide is explaining: the geological history of how the fjord formed, the colonization and industrial heritage that shaped Saguenay, and the Native American history of the region.

The first major stop is Anse-de-Tabatière inside Saguenay National Park, ranked the 7th most beautiful view in Canada. From there, the route moves through La Baie's heritage sector, where the guide interprets the "workman's road" and executive neighborhoods that remain from the Consolidated Bathurst paper factory era, showing how the town's architecture tells the story of its industrial past. You'll pass through Saint-Félix-d'Otis and Rivière-Éternité, learning about a regional fire and local Native American heritage as you drive.

The tour includes walking under a covered bridge where local painters exhibit their work, then strolling Rue du Faubourg, a historic street lined with ancestral houses. The final stop is Anse-Saint-Jean's waterfront, where you have leisure time to browse local handicraft shops or sit at Café du Quai with a view of the bay. Park entry and all fees are included. The minibus and guide are with you the entire time.

What’s included

• Minibus transportation for the full tour.
• entry to Saguenay National Park at Anse-de-Tabatière.
• a live English-speaking guide providing interpretation of fjord geology, settlement history, and local heritage.
• stops at the park's viewpoint, La Baie's heritage neighborhoods, two villages along the route, a covered bridge with local art, and a historic street in Anse-Saint-Jean.
• leisure time at the waterfront in Anse-Saint-Jean.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesWednesdayDeparts at 11:00Last departure this season: 28 Oct

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (1 to 17 years)

GroupUp to 24

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Tours Aventure Fjord et Monde Day Tours

Is this one for you?The tour departs directly from La Baie port, so you don't need a car or transportation beyond the ship. The minibus picks you up steps from the dock and returns you there. This works for cruise passengers or anyone staying in the area without their own vehicle.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (1 to 17 years).

How do I get to the meeting point if I'm arriving by ship?

The tour boards at La Baie port, 100 feet to the left as you exit the terminal: a two-minute walk from the dock. Look for the clearly marked black and gray stand, and check in 30 minutes before your departure time.

What does the guide explain about the Saguenay Fjord?

The guide interprets the geological history of how the fjord formed, the settlement patterns along the Saguenay banks, and the relationship between the fjord and the Saguenay-St. Lawrence Marine Park. The guide also covers the region's colonization and industrial heritage.

Is there time to eat or shop during the tour?

The final stop at Anse-Saint-Jean includes leisure time to browse local handicraft shops or grab a coffee and sandwich at Café du Quai overlooking the bay. Restaurants and lunch are not included in the tour price.

What's included in the tour price?

Entry to Saguenay National Park, all transportation in the minibus, the guide's interpretation throughout, and all fees and taxes are included. You pay separately for any food or drinks you choose at the stops.