BAIE-ST-PAUL AIRPLANE FIELD GUIDE
150 KM • Un parc plus grand que nature — Charlevoix seen from the air
A 45-minute aerial tour from Baie‑St‑Paul that flies over Parc national des Hautes‑Gorges‑de‑la‑Rivière‑Malbaie, showing eastern Canada’s tallest cliffs, the Malbaie River, the St. Lawrence and Isle‑aux‑Coudres.
150 KM • Un parc plus grand que nature — Charlevoix seen from the air.
Settle into a short, precise flight out of Baie‑St‑Paul and watch Charlevoix unfold beneath you: the steep walls of Parc national des Hautes‑Gorges‑de‑la‑Rivière‑Malbaie, the ribbon of the Malbaie River, and the wide sweep of the St. Lawrence with Isle‑aux‑Coudres punctuating the horizon. This 45‑minute aerial excursion reveals a wild, high‑relief landscape that reads differently from the air than it does on the ground.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Canada’s tallest cliffs and the Malbaie gorge
The flight is built around the dramatic relief of Parc national des Hautes‑Gorges, where the highest cliffs in eastern Canada and the winding Malbaie River define a raw, vertical landscape best appreciated from above.
Fleuve St‑Laurent and Isle‑aux‑Coudres
The route takes in the broad St. Lawrence River and the island of Isle‑aux‑Coudres, adding a coastal dimension to the interior gorges and rounding out the region’s geological story.
Charlevoix’s wild terrain and local landmarks
Alongside the park, the flight highlights Mont des Morios, the Rivière du Gouffre, the town of Baie‑St‑Paul and the Charlevoix crater, offering a compact survey of the territory’s standout features.
What the day feels like
What the flight feels like
In a single, 45‑minute circuit you move from coastal lowlands to steep lacustrine valleys: the landscape shifts quickly beneath the helicopter as you pass over the St. Lawrence, cross islands and descend toward the Malbaie gorge and the park’s soaring cliffs, finishing with a return view of Baie‑St‑Paul.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this flight works best for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
No equipment is necessary for this flight.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the flight?
Each flight lasts 45 minutes.
What landmarks and sights does the tour cover?
The flight covers Parc national des Hautes‑Gorges‑de‑la‑Rivière‑Malbaie, the Malbaie River, the St. Lawrence River, Isle‑aux‑Coudres, Mont des Morios, Rivière du Gouffre, Baie‑St‑Paul and the Charlevoix crater.
Do I need to bring special gear?
No special equipment is required for this flight.
Who operates the tour?
The operator is Héli‑Charlevoix.
What are the prices?
Prices are listed at $449 per person up to five people, and $404.10 per person for six people; taxes are extra.
Where does the flight depart from?
The location listed for the experience is Baie‑St‑Paul.