BAIE-ST-PAUL WHALE WATCH FIELD GUIDE
Ninety Minutes Above Charlevoix: Monts et Fjord from Baie‑St‑Paul
A 90-minute helicopter flight from Baie‑St‑Paul that follows the Saguenay Fjord to Tadoussac for whale and beluga observation—this guide distills what to expect and how to plan.
Ninety Minutes Above Charlevoix: Monts et Fjord from Baie‑St‑Paul.
Embark on a concentrated aerial course through Charlevoix: a 90-minute flight that threads the Saguenay Fjord, glides past Baie Éternité and the Hautes‑Gorges, and follows the fjord mouth toward Tadoussac for whale and beluga watching before returning along the coast to Baie‑St‑Paul.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Whales and Belugas from Above
The flight includes dedicated observation of whales and belugas as the aircraft follows the Saguenay Fjord toward Tadoussac, offering expansive aerial viewpoints for marine‑mammal watching.
Fjord and High Gorges
Fly past Baie Éternité and over the Parc National des Hautes‑Gorges‑de‑la‑rivière‑Malbaie to see some of the highest cliffs in eastern Canada and the dramatic fjord topography of the region.
Charlevoix’s Islands, Bays and Villages
The return leg traces the Charlevoix coastline, passing Isle‑aux‑Coudres, the Manoir Richelieu, Tadoussac and the islands and bays that frame the St. Lawrence before settling back into Baie‑St‑Paul.
What the day feels like
What the flight feels like
The itinerary unfolds as a continuous 90‑minute airborne loop: climb from the Baie‑St‑Paul area, skirt the mountain terrain of Charlevoix, descend visually toward Baie Éternité and the Hautes‑Gorges for fjord views, then follow the fjord mouth toward Tadoussac for marine‑life observation before returning along the St. Lawrence and the Charlevoix shore to Baie‑St‑Paul.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this flight serves best.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
No special equipment is required for this flight; standard personal items (camera, binoculars, warm outer layer if needed) suffice.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the flight?
The flight duration is 90 minutes.
What marine life will we see?
The itinerary includes dedicated observation of whales and belugas along the Saguenay Fjord toward Tadoussac.
What are the rates?
Rates listed are $859 per person for up to two people and $773.10 per person for three people; applicable taxes are additional.
Do I need to bring special equipment?
No special equipment is necessary for this flight.
Who operates this experience?
The operator is Héli‑Charlevoix, based for this offering in the Baie‑St‑Paul area.