Les Excursions du phare

Ready for an adventure? We offer trips from May 1 to September 30 on the St. Lawrence River, in the western sector of the archipelago. Come breath the salt air alongside our experienced captains who will share the history of the islands and you will live a moment of escape, relaxation and culture.

You can admire the sea animals and birds that spend their summer in Mingan. You will also discover the wonderful landscape of the archipelago. You will also discover the spectacular monoliths and the history of the lighthouse on the Île aux Perroquets. The last lighthouse keeper was Robert Kavanagh, the father of Danielle, your host.

*Prices are per person and do not include entrance fees to Parks Canada, the GST and QST.

*Prices are per person and do not include entrance fees to Parks Canada, the GST and QST.

Sea Excursion - The Lighthouse I

Sea excursions depart from Longe-Pointe-de-Mingan. Each boat has a maximum capacity of 12 people. The excursion lasts approximately 3.5 hours. During the trip, an educational demonstration of sea urchin fishing is carried out. Once on board, head to Île aux Perroquets under the theme: An island, a lighthouse, birds... 1 hour stopover with a Parks Canada interpreter including a presentation of the Île aux Perroquets lighthouse. A favorite spot for observing seabirds. Among these, the Atlantic puffin is unquestionably the one that steals the show. His little clown look and his brightly colored beak make him one of the most fascinating birds on the islands.

Then, everyone on board, destination Île Nue (1 hour stopover), under the theme "Beyond appearances..." stopover of one hour, accompanied by a Park Canada interpreter. This island is a unique place to admire the forces of nature. Northern landscape similar to the tundra, its appearance is bare, where only a few small shrubs and monoliths seem to have taken root there. Back safely with your head full of exceptional landscapes and unique encounters with Atlantic puffins, gray seals, minke whales...

Sea Excursion - The Lighthouse II

Sea excursions depart from Longe-Pointe-de-Mingan. Each boat has a maximum capacity of 12 people. Daily departures are at 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. The excursion lasts about 3h30. Direction La Grande Île, this island has two sectors of exceptional monoliths. Enchanting site and breathtaking decor.

Walk along the coast which will allow you to admire a rich and diversified flora and fauna - visit of the monolith Le Château, 1h30 stop accompanied by the captain interpreter and stop 1 hour for the visit of the monolith Le Zoo.

Back safely with your head full of exceptional landscapes and unique encounters with Atlantic puffins, gray seals, minke whales...

Excursion at sea - The Randonneur I

Sea excursions depart from Longe-Pointe-de-Mingan. The Le Randonneur I - Île Nue de Mingan excursion is specifically designed for trail hikers.

Île Nue de Mingan offers a tundra-style landscape, which makes it a unique and fragile place, you will be amazed by its bare appearance. The main attractions are the remains of Basque ovens, monoliths, sea birds, shore plants.

Sea excursion - Le Randonneur II

Sea excursions depart from Longe-Pointe-de-Mingan. The Le Randonneur II - La Grande Île excursion is specifically designed for trail hikers.

Your walk on the coast of La Grande Île will also allow you to admire a rich and diversified flora and fauna.

Tailor-made adventure for photography enthusiasts or for birdwatching trips

We offer a special rate for photographers and ornithologists in addition to offering a water taxi service. Contact us for more information. Prices do not include Canada Park admission fees.

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Traveling with your family?

Ask us about our package rates for families.

Bird or nature photography? Birding trip?

We offer a special rate for photographers and birdwatchers as well as offering a water taxi service. (A minimum of 6 persons is required). Contact us for more information. Prices do not include entrance fees to Parks Canada.

Notice to hikers and campers!

We can offer a water taxi service to hikers and campers who wish to visit the islands of the archipelago. Pricing is on site depending on the direction you choose and the number of participants (a minimum of 6 persons is required). Prices do not include entrance fees to Parks Canada.

Here is the list of islands we serve and activities that are permitted:
     - Île Nue : Campers and hikers
     - Île Quarry : Campers and hikers
     - Grande île : Campers and hikers
     - Île aux perroquets : Enchanting site to an ornithologist and photographer

Cancellation and refund policy:

Due to the size of our business, cancellations have a significant impact. Therefore, our policy is strict, as a last minute cancellation leaves us little time to resell the excursion places..

     - If you cancel with 48 hours notice, 25% of the total cost is non-refundable.
     - If you cancel the same day or if you do not show up at the scheduled time for the excursion, no refund will be given.