Northern Quebec: Summer Lodge Escape

Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Montreal and Saguenay. There will be a stop along the way in Quebec area to break up the journey and to have lunch at a nearby local spot.

Set off on a brief orientation tour of the property to get your bearings. Your CEO will explain a bit about the lodge and prepare you for your stay over the next four nights. Afterwards, take some time to get settled in.

Carved by glacier forces thousands of years ago, the Saguenay fjord is located in the stunning Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec. The region is a dream escape for outdoor enthusiasts looking to encounter breathtaking scenery. Stretching over 100 km, surrounded by steep cliffs, the fjord is so deep, it attracts whales at its mouth to the river. Located right next to Auberge du Cap au Leste, this unique microclimate offers a variety of hiking opportunities that create unforgettable experiences. From wandering the trails near the property to enjoying the peace and birdsong of a Canadian summer, this stay combines activity with serenity.

Experience incredible panoramas from the highest cliffs 200 metres above the Saguenay Fjord, on a hike to the fjord's lighthouse. Start near the lodge and wander along the leaf-shrouded trails of Cap au Leste. You'll be walking through Quebec's boreal forest. Stretching for miles through unspoiled wilderness, this trail network offers many viewpoints along the way. Once at the lighthouse, the group will enjoy some coffee and time to relax amid the scenery before the return trip back to the lodge. The hike and stop at the lighthouse will be a little over two hours round trip.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between the lodge along the Saguenay fjord and the village of Ste-Rose-du-Nord.

Enjoy serene views across the waters of the Saguenay fjord while paddling a kayak through the Saguenay - St. Lawrence Marine Park. Arguably one of the most beautiful villages in Quebec, Ste-Rose-du-Nord offers adventurous travellers a chance to enjoy the peace of their surroundings amid nature. As you paddle, learn some of the incredible stories about the first inhabitants of this location and the ways they lived in the fjord. There will be some free time after kayaking to head into the quaint village of Ste-Rose-du-Nord. The village is also today's lunch stop for a meal on your own.

Enjoy a short drive from Ste-Rose-du-Nord back to the lodge stay along the Saguenay fjord.

Take advantage of a few free hours to relax back at the lodge's property. The sun will be starting to set and the golden summer day everyone loves will be making a full appearance. Choose to spend time at the pool or spa, swim at the Lac des Sables, rent paddle boards or canoes, or perhaps enjoy an evening bike ride on the trails through the woods.

Gather around the campfire outside where the group will toast S'mores in the flames, tell stories, and enjoy the crackling wood radiating warmth around the circle for a proper summer night in the beautiful woods.

Carved by glacier forces thousands of years ago, the Saguenay fjord is located in the stunning Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec. The region is a dream escape for outdoor enthusiasts looking to encounter breathtaking scenery. Stretching over 100 km, surrounded by steep cliffs, the fjord is so deep, it attracts whales at its mouth to the river. Located right next to Auberge du Cap au Leste, this unique microclimate offers a variety of hiking opportunities that create unforgettable experiences. From wandering the trails near the property to enjoying the peace and birdsong of a Canadian summer, this stay combines activity with serenity.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle between Saguenay and Tadoussac. There will be a stop to hike in the Saguenay Fjord National Park before the final stretch of drive to the village of Tadoussac.

Visit the rugged beauty of Saguenay Fjord National Park on a trail that leaves from Baie Ste-Marguerite, where a group of resident Beluga whale reside. The group will hike an easy trail up to the first lookout on the bay to give everyone the opportunity to watch these magnificent creatures below. The first stop is 3km up. The group can decide from here if they want to keep going on a moderate trail to the next lookout about 2km away, bumping the total distance up to 10km round trip.

Follow your CEO on an orientation walk through the village of Tadoussac. Stop along the shore as you go and search for whales and other wildlife off in the distance.

Spend a few hours of free time in the village of Tadoussac, located at the junction of the St. Lawrence River and the Saguenay Fjord. Learn more about the history and culture during self-guided walks. You can also choose to visit the Dune, go shopping in town, or purchase optional activities like a whale watching cruise by zodiac or a boat cruise. The Maritime Mammal Interpretation Centre is also open and offers affordable admission should you wish to visit. Dinner will be had on your own in town at a local restaurant of your choosing.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Carved by glacier forces thousands of years ago, the Saguenay fjord is located in the stunning Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec. The region is a dream escape for outdoor enthusiasts looking to encounter breathtaking scenery. Stretching over 100 km, surrounded by steep cliffs, the fjord is so deep, it attracts whales at its mouth to the river. Located right next to Auberge du Cap au Leste, this unique microclimate offers a variety of hiking opportunities that create unforgettable experiences. From wandering the trails near the property to enjoying the peace and birdsong of a Canadian summer, this stay combines activity with serenity.

Enjoy a CEO-led hike in the park on trails overlooking the fjord. Then, if looking for a more challenging active activity you can choose to book the Treetop Adventure course or the Via Ferrata along the cliffs of the fjord. The park is a 30 minute drive from the lodge.

Travel on a dirt road bringing you up to this mountain plateau. Parc National des Monts-Valin looms over the landscape at 984 metres and dominates the Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean region. Here, your CEO will lead the group on a hiking excursion on a combination of trails that reach different summits. These are Pic de la Hutte, Pic du Grand Corbeau and Pic de la Tête de Chien coming in at 5-6 km roundtrip. You'll enjoy the fresh air, the scenery, and the challenge of each route.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle transfer back to the lodge property.

Carved by glacier forces thousands of years ago, the Saguenay fjord is located in the stunning Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region of Quebec. The region is a dream escape for outdoor enthusiasts looking to encounter breathtaking scenery. Stretching over 100 km, surrounded by steep cliffs, the fjord is so deep, it attracts whales at its mouth to the river. Located right next to Auberge du Cap au Leste, this unique microclimate offers a variety of hiking opportunities that create unforgettable experiences. From wandering the trails near the property to enjoying the peace and birdsong of a Canadian summer, this stay combines activity with serenity.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the comfort of your private vehicle back to Quebec City from Saguenay.

Set off on a walking orientation tour with your CEO. Learn more about Québec City and get to know the area before a free afternoon on your own.

Enjoy a free afternoon to explore on your own in Quebec City. From historic guided walks, to a food tour in Old Québec City, or a more active bike tour, there are so many different optional activities to choose from. You can even opt to take the ferry across the St Lawrence River and get a magnificent view of the town, or visit Chateau Frontenac.

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.