Diving activities
Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park
Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of the St Lawrence and discover an abundance of colourful flora and fauna underwater or with your feet dry.
Nordic snorkelling
Marine Environment Discovery Centre
Early June to early September
2-3 hours
Brave the cold waters of the St. Lawrence and explore the seabed in search of polar sea stars and other curious and colourful animals and plants.
Details
- No special qualifications are required.
- You must be 14 years of age or older, and there must be a minimum of two people.
- Equipment included.
- The activity is best done at low tide.
Reservation
Online booking available. Reservations are recommended for visitors, but mandatory for corporate and commercial groups.
Please contact the diving base staff for further information.
Initiation to scuba diving
Marine Environment Discovery Centre
End of June to mid-October
3 hours
Go on an adventure in the underwater world of the Saguenay–St. Lawrence Marine Park in complete safety in the company of an experienced guide.
Details
- No special qualifications are required.
- You must be 14 years of age or older, and there must be a minimum of two people.
Reservation
Online booking available. Reservations are required for all divers at least two weeks before the planned dive date.
Please contact the diving base staff for further information.
Scuba diving
Marine Environment Discovery Centre
Early June to mid-October
You have your own equipment as well as a cold-water diving certification; three launches are available to you.
Stop by and say hi to our specialists at the dive base before getting wet. They will have several tips for you.
Reservation
Online booking available. Reservations are required for all divers at least two weeks before the planned dive date.
Please contact the diving base staff for further information.
Interpretive activities
Marine Environment Discovery Centre
End of June to mid-August
Discover the dazzling underwater life of the St. Lawrence with your feet dry through interpretation activities.
Plan your visitFacilities and services of Les Escoumins Diving Base
The diving base is operated by Québec Subaquatique.
- Equipment rental ($)
- Changing rooms
- Toilets
- Air and nitrox filling station ($)
- Dive guide ($)
Québec Subaquatique reserves the right to cancel activities at any time due to bad weather.
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