Fifty Kilometers of Charlevoix from the Sky: Mountains at Your Feet over Parc National des Grands-Jardins

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Fifty Kilometers of Charlevoix from the Sky: Mountains at Your Feet over Parc National des Grands-Jardins

A short, 15-minute aerial excursion that carries you to the edge of Parc National des Grands-Jardins and back, revealing a 12+ metre waterfall, the Charlevoix crater and countless lakes—useful for planning a brief but unforgettable flight over Quebec’s dramatic interior.

Fifty Kilometers of Charlevoix from the Sky: Mountains at Your Feet over Parc National des Grands-Jardins.

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Baie-St-Paul
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Héli-Charlevoix
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Robert Eric Crews
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“Les montagnes à vos pieds” is a compact aerial outing that lifts you over the patchwork lakes and rolling farmland of Charlevoix to the fringes of Parc National des Grands-Jardins, then returns past a dramatic waterfall more than 12 metres high and the wide scar of the Charlevoix crater.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE LANDSCAPE

Parc National des Grands-Jardins from above

The flight carries you to the outskirts of Parc National des Grands-Jardins, offering sweeping aerial perspectives of its alpine ridges and lakes that are otherwise hard to access on the ground.

THE SIGHTS

A 12‑metre waterfall and the Charlevoix crater

On the return leg you’ll pass a waterfall measured at over 12 metres and sweep across the landscape shaped by the Charlevoix crater—two signature sights that punctuate the excursion.

THE VIEW

Lakes and rural ranks of Charlevoix

Between park and crater the helicopter traces the region’s rural ranks and a mosaic of lakes, giving a compact but varied portrait of Charlevoix’s countryside.

What the day feels like

What the 15‑minute flight feels like

The excursion is brief and concentrated: a lift toward the edges of Parc National des Grands-Jardins, a sweeping reconnaissance of Charlevoix’s lakes and farmland, and a close pass to a waterfall exceeding 12 metres before returning—an aerial sampler that compresses the region’s major geological and scenic features into a single short flight.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this flight matches (and where to be cautious).

1
Scenic flyersA compact aerial experience suited to travelers seeking a brief, high-impact view of Parc National des Grands-Jardins and Charlevoix’s geological features; the provided materials do not list participant limits or special restrictions.
2
Day trippersIdeal as a short add-on to a day in Baie‑St‑Paul or surrounding towns—materials do not specify age or health restrictions for participation.
3
FamiliesFamilies can consider the flight for a quick, memorable overview of the region; the provided information does not detail any participant restrictions.
4
PhotographersPhotographers seeking aerial compositions will find concentrated scenery in a short window; the trip notes do not specify limits related to passenger equipment or access.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

No special equipment is necessary for this flight.

Duration

Each flight lasts approximately 15 minutes.

Price

The listed rate is $159 per person (taxes extra).

Booking Notice

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Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is the flight?

Each flight has a duration of approximately 15 minutes.

What will we see on the flight?

The flight reaches the edges of Parc National des Grands-Jardins, passes over Charlevoix’s rural ranks and lakes, includes a view of a waterfall over 12 metres high, and shows the Charlevoix crater.

Is any special equipment required?

No special equipment is required for this excursion.

How much does the excursion cost?

The listed price is $159 per person; taxes are extra.

Where does the flight go in relation to Parc National des Grands-Jardins?

The excursion carries you to the approach areas (abords) of Parc National des Grands-Jardins for aerial views.