Camping in Canada

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DAY 1 - MONTREAL
  
 
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Welcome to the second-largest French-speaking city in the world, after Paris.
We wish you great family vacation in the land of lakes and rivers!
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Hôtel Le Roberval
•      Delta Montreal 
•      Hotel Place d'Armes
•      Hotel Le St-James
•      Coeur Urbain B&B

DAY 2 - MONTREAL / MAURICIE ( 185 KM / 02H02 )
  
 
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You pick up your full set of camping gear including a tent, sleeping bags, camping mats, ice chest, propane stove, pots and pans, firelighter, tarp and more and then set a course for the great outdoors and La Mauricie National Park.
Covering an area of 536 km², La Mauricie National Park gives off an air of serenity in keeping with its gently undulating terrain. On this wide plateau with its hills and valleys and network of lakes and rivers, life follows nature's rhythms.
ACCOMMODATION 
Recommended accommodations
•      Wapizagonke

DAY 3 - MAURICIE
  
 
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You have a full day to enjoy the exceptional natural environment of La Mauricie National Park.
Take a hike along some of the park's scenic trails or a canoe ride down to Waber Falls. And don't miss swimming in one of the park's numerous lakes and waterfalls!
We recommend bringing a picnic lunch to make the most of this glorious day in the great outdoors.
ACCOMMODATION 
Recommended accommodations
•      Wapizagonke

DAY 3 - MAURICIE
  
 
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You have a full day to enjoy the exceptional natural environment of La Mauricie National Park.
Take a hike along some of the park's scenic trails or a canoe ride down to Waber Falls. And don't miss swimming in one of the park's numerous lakes and waterfalls!
We recommend bringing a picnic lunch to make the most of this glorious day in the great outdoors.
ACCOMMODATION 
Recommended accommodations
•      Wapizagonke

DAY 5 - LAC ST-JEAN
  
 
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Today you pay a visit to an unusual zoo, where the animals roam free and the humans are in cages.
The St-Felicien Wild Zoo offers the chance to discover local wildlife in a magnificent natural setting.
Did you know that guests can even sleep with the caribou in this famous zoo?
ACCOMMODATION 
•      Val-Jalbert

DAY 6 - LAC ST-JEAN / SAGUENAY FJORD ( 194 KM / 02H26 )
  
 
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This morning you set a course for the spectacular Saguenay Fjord.
This majestic but little-known natural wonder will take your breath away and leave you with unforgettable memories.
You will discover the vastness of time and space in this place where the colossal forces of nature conspired to create a fjord.
Welcome to the heart of Quebec's great wilderness.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Village-Vacances Petit-Saguenay
•      Saguenay Park

DAY 7 - SAGUENAY FJORD
  
 
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Spend the day immersing yourselves in the dramatic beauty of the Saguenay Fjord, unique in the world.
Hiking enthusiasts won't want to miss the chance to walk the Sentier de la Statue trail in the Baie-Éternité sector of Saguenay Fjord National Park. The view of the fjord from the statue is spectacular.
The region is also home to two of Quebec's most picturesque villages, Anse-St-Jean, and Ste-Rose-du-Nord.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Village-Vacances Petit-Saguenay
•      Saguenay Park

DAY 8 - SAGUENAY FJORD / TADOUSSAC ( 136 KM / 02H07 )
  
 
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Today you drive along one of the most scenic routes in Quebec to reach the region of Tadoussac.
Tadoussac, the oldest village in Canada, is listed as one of the 50 most beautiful bays in the world.
Take the time to sample some typical local cuisine at Le Bateau restaurant, conveniently located in the heart of this historic village.
ACCOMMODATION 
Recommended accommodations
•      Mer et Monde

DAY 9 - TADOUSSAC
  
 
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Tadoussac is one of the best internationally renowned whale-watching sites in the world.
So you can hardly leave the region without going on a whale-watching safari!
This exciting adventure includes the services of a naturalist guide who will help you identify several species including the razorback and the beluga.
ACCOMMODATION 
Recommended accommodations
•      Mer et Monde

DAY 10 - TADOUSSAC / CHARLEVOIX ( 145 KM / 02H20 )
  
 
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Today you head for Charlevoix, one of the most picturesque regions in Quebec.
In the very the heart of the Canadian Shield, the oldest rock formation on earth, Charlevoix abounds in one-of-a-kind attractions. Mountain waters cascade down the majestic Laurentians into the salty depths of the St. Lawrence River.
Don't miss your chance to take our black bear photo safari, where you will meet a real trapper and learn all about the black bear.
ACCOMMODATION 
•      Hautes-Gorges National Park

DAY 11 - CHARLEVOIX
  
 
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Adventure-seekers and nature lovers won't want to miss the chance to hike the Acropole des Draveurs trail in Hautes-Gorges National Park.
The trail leads to the summit of the park’s tallest peak, revealing rare Arctic alpine vegetation and breathtaking 360° landscapes. A difficult hike, but a must-do for visitors to this exceptional nature park.
ACCOMMODATION 
•      Hautes-Gorges National Park

DAY 12 - CHARLEVOIX / JACQUES-CARTIER PARK ( 188 KM / 02H23 )
  
 
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Today's route leads to Jacques-Cartier National Park, one of the most spectacular parks in Quebec.
Jacques-Cartier National Park offers magnificent landscapes characterized by stunning contrasts: mountainous plateaus fractured by steep-sided valleys.
The spectacular scenery of the Vallée de la Jacques-Cartier river valley includes a channel more than 550 meters deep through which the sparkling Jacques Cartier River winds its way.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Valcartier
•      Jacques-Cartier National Park

DAY 13 - JACQUES-CARTIER PARK
  
 
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You have an entire day to enjoy this haven of peace!
For the more adventurous at heart, we highly recommend canoeing down the Jacques-Cartier River. Canoes can be rented at the park's visitors center. Shuttle service is included.
Hiking enthusiasts won't want to miss hiking the Sentier des Loups. The trail is steep and quite challenging but well worth it and offers the park's most spectacular views.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Valcartier
•      Jacques-Cartier National Park

DAY 14 - EXCURSION TO QUEBEC CITY
  
 
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Today is a perfect opportunity to discover beautiful Quebec City, the cradle of French culture in the Americas, just 25 minutes from Jacques-Cartier Park.
Perched on the cliffs of Cap Diamant and overlooking the St. Lawrence River, Quebec City is proud to be a living museum and the only fortified city in North America.
Take the time to explore the city and its many historic sites. The entire old town is a UNESCO world heritage site.
You return to the park at the end of the day.
ACCOMMODATIONS 
Recommended accommodations
•      Valcartier

DAY 15 - JACQUES-CARTIER PARK / MONTREAL ( 269 KM / 02H52 )
  
 
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Today you head back to Montreal, where you return your camping equipment before making your way to the Montreal airport for your flight home.
It's time to say "au revoir" to the land of lakes and rivers, your hearts filled with beautiful memories that will last a lifetime!