205 not the only noteworthy points of interest that make the Saint Lawrence an unforgettable travel destination. The region also has multiple natural attractions too. Guests stopping in Gaspésie can see Rocher Percé, an expansive limestone formation named by explorer Samuel de Champlain. Havre-Saint-Pierre also has a lot to offer – it is on the doorstep of the Mingan Archipelago, which has thousands of islands and islets, as well as limestone monoliths. Sailing along the Saint Lawrence River, or walking along the region’s nature trails, also affords guests multiple opportunities to see local wildlife, such as the thousands of gannets on Bonaventure Island, puffins, whales and hundreds of other species of animals. “Holidays should also be about relaxing, and the rich food scene, sandy beaches, local microbrewery beers and great entertainment found everywhere along the Saint Lawrence River will certainly help cruise passengers do just that,” says Trépanier. “Cruise brands can offer their guests an experience like no other and provide them with a travel itinerary that will tick every single one of their boxes. “The Saint Lawrence and the people of Québec extend their best bienvenue.” Read about the sustainability best practices implemented by cruise lines and Saint Lawrence ports on the Cruise the Saint Lawrence website. Saguenay Fjord is home to beluga, fin, minke and blue whales, as well as various other marine species Mingan Archipelago National Park Reserve has almost 1,000 islands and islets and Canada’s largest concentration of erosion monoliths Guests visiting Gaspésie can see Rocher Percé (pierced rock in English), which is considered as a geographically and historically rich natural icon in Québec
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