Saguenay is one of southern Quebec’s most cosmopolitan cities. It consists of three boroughs: Jonquière, Chicoutimi and La Baie. Once neighboring towns, they were merged to form the present-day city in 2002. Except for some Inuit and Cree villages, there are no towns due north between Saguenay and the Arctic. Like so many Canadian cities founded amid woodland, Saguenay grew its pulp and paper trade with the late 19th century arrival of the Canadian National Railway. Since then, this resilient town has recovered from a great fire, a landslide and a flood.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursions vary by each itinerary and are subject to change.
Saguenay Discovery
Learn how the Saguenay Fjord has shaped this scenic region at the Musée du Fjord and see the sights of Chicoutimi.
Zodiac in the Park
Board a high-speed Zodiac craft and cruise into the Saguenay Fjord for an up-close look at a magnificent waterway.
Seaplane Over the Fjord
View Quebec province’s cherished natural beauty from a soaring seaplane.
Saguenay Crafts
Enjoy the scenic beauty of the stunning Saguenay Fjord and meet the array of craftspeople who call it home.
Whale Watching
Visit a charming Quebecois village and set out in search of gentle giants in the Saguenay Fjord.
Field to Fork at Les Jardins de Sophie
Visit a family-run organic farm and use its produce to help create your delicious lunch.