BAIE-ST-PAUL AIRPLANE FIELD GUIDE
Over the Charlevoix Crater: 60 Minutes Above Cliffs, Rivers and the St. Lawrence
A 60-minute aerial tour from Baie‑St‑Paul that traces Charlevoix’s coastline, villages and the region’s highest cliffs—this guide helps you know what you’ll see and what to plan.
Over the Charlevoix Crater: 60 Minutes Above Cliffs, Rivers and the St. Lawrence.
“La virée charlevoisienne” is a 60‑minute aerial tour operated by Héli‑Charlevoix that lifts you above the St. Lawrence, the Charlevoix crater and a string of seaside villages—an introductory, sky‑level portrait of a landscape shaped by tides, cliffs and river mouths.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Canada’s Highest Cliffs and the Charlevoix Crater
From the air you’ll see the dramatic escarpments that define the Charlevoix landscape and the broad footprint of the Charlevoix crater—an aerial vantage that makes the scale of these geological features immediately apparent.
The St. Lawrence, River Mouths and Coastal Islands
The flight crosses the St. Lawrence and threads sights such as the mouth of the Malbaie and Isle‑aux‑Coudres, offering a continuous view of tidal shoreline, river valleys and island silhouettes.
Villages, Manoirs and Parkland from Above
The route showcases Baie‑St‑Paul, St‑Irénée and landmarks like the Manoir Richelieu, while sweeping over wild territory and Parc des Hautes‑Gorges for a mix of culture and wilderness in a single lap.
What the day feels like
What the Flight Feels Like
A single, continuous 60‑minute circuit delivers a panoramic sequence: takeoff from Baie‑St‑Paul, a glide over the St. Lawrence and coastal islands, a pass along the Côte Charlevoisienne and the crater’s rim, then a return that crosses rivers, cliffs and the region’s village rooftops—an efficient, cinematic survey of Charlevoix.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this flight suits and who should check further.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Each flight is 60 minutes in duration.
No special equipment is required for this flight.
The experience is operated by Héli‑Charlevoix and departs from Baie‑St‑Paul.
Taxes are listed as extra in the supplied trip information; confirm final pricing with the operator.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the flight?
Each flight is 60 minutes in duration.
What will we see on the tour?
The route crosses the St. Lawrence, Isle‑aux‑Coudres, the mouth of the Malbaie and Rivière du Gouffre, Manoir Richelieu, Parc des Hautes‑Gorges, the Côte Charlevoisienne, the Cratère de Charlevoix and several villages including Baie‑St‑Paul and St‑Irénée.
Do I need any special equipment?
No special equipment is necessary for this flight.
Who operates this experience and where does it depart from?
The tour is operated by Héli‑Charlevoix and departs from Baie‑St‑Paul, Quebec.
Are taxes included in the listed price?
Taxes are extra; the supplied information notes that taxes are not included.
Can I expect wild and cultural scenery on a single flight?
Yes—the itinerary combines wild territory, parkland and coastal villages for a mix of natural and cultural sights within one 60‑minute circuit.